Twsbi Precision Fountain Pen - Released In April '18

[Brianm_14]

An interesting looking pen, and TWSBI should not be so heavily criticised while the horse is just coming out of the stall for trying such a new look and design. The use of so much metal is promising, and I hope I can get a chance try it out in a store before committing to buying one. Yes, I know. I'll keep wishing.

 

I really like way the pen has a lovely waist. It has that overall look similar to that which I like in a fine tool in my woodworking shop, utilitarian but with touches that are not actually necessary for function. That's style, IMO. Tools like that get used every day. We find ways to work them into our routines sheerly for the pleasure of holding them. Is it just possible that TWSBI broke the mould here, and for the better?

 

I think a lot of criticism is directed at TWSBI for simply stepping out of line, and breaking into new territory. People had them pegged -or thought they did. Look at how the "cracked barrel" comments are being voiced by owners who have never experienced one, yet are anticipating a crack as a "manifest destiny". As was pointed out (by only one poster, however), TWSBI took steps to address this issue and it is largely a thing of the past. Yet it remains part of the TWSBI persona.

 

Well, the proof, ultimately, is to get this pen into a variety of writers' hands and see how it works, not in photos, but in in everyday life when paired with the all the popular inks. If it fails as such a writer, design doesn't matter much, does it? But right now, it is a new-born baby and it would be nice to give it a chance to grow up before passing further judgement.

 

Just my take on welcoming a new pen into the world. As always, IMHO.

[stephanos]

I have had this pen and have been using it for some time now. To me, it...

1. looks good - better in person than it does in pictures

2. writes really well

3. is extremely comfortable

4. is not ostentatious

5. is robust and reliable

 

In fact, I have now bought two. I liked the first one so much that when I lost it ten days after receiving it, I immediately bought another one. That despite its being quite a lot more expensive than the average TWSBI. (I had never lost a pen before, but must have left it on a train; it's the only explanation.)

 

I have numerous TWSBIs - Eco, Mini, 580, Vac700 and the Micarta (plus a cracked vac mini; RIP). I intended to buy a Classic last year, but didn't, because I didn't like it when I held it in my hand at a pen show.

 

Yes, the Precision looks different from the rest of the TWSBI lineup. But that is no bad thing in itself. And it's the TWSBI I can see myself using most.

 

Your mileage may vary, but if you get a chance to hold it in your hand and try it out, I would encourage you to do so.

[1nkulus]

It reminds me of Cd'A.

 

The grip section is long enough and I like the threaded cap and metal construction.

 

Gunmetal is tempting... decisions, decisions