Namiki Vanishing Point (Older Version)

[LloydW]

Hello, I own a older Namiki Vanishing Point that I have had for many years and use it rarely because it seems to hold almost no ink and starts streaking after a few lines.

I like its portability, but is too frustrating to use.

Is there something I can do to remedy this problem?
Can I change from the squeeze converter to a screw converter?
Is there some way to get it to draw in more ink?

Photos below.

Thank you,
Lloyd

[CAG_1787]

Have you tried the Pilot Converter that comes with the current VPs?

 

Other than that, you could always fill the aerometric converter that you have with an ink syringe.

[LloydW]

CAG Thank you. I will try that. Any suggestion how to avoid it drying up and streaking when their is still ink in the cartridge?

Thank you.
Lloyd

[Kelly G]

Does the "trap door" shut tightly? With older VP's, ink can build up and prevent a tight seal. You may need to flush the barrel with water and dry thourghly with warm air. That is one thought.

[LloydW]

Thanks I will try that.

Lloyd