Wancher Walnut Meiboku Hexagonal BP

June 4, 2022

I enjoy pens of many different materials: resin, metal, carbon fiber and wood. I just received direct from Japan (and US Customs) my new Wancher Meiboku twist action BP made from real Walnut wood. First impressions of the pen and purchase experience are positive, so I took some iPad shots to share here.

This medium size hexagonal twist action pen takes standard Parker G2 refills, so a swap will be easy when the original peters out. Twist action is moderately stiff at first, but a few passes and it now is quite easy to open/close. Wancher warns against overtightening in either direction, so be aware it can affect the alignment of the barrel. My example has nicely matched wood with grey aluminum used for the nose cap, clip and barrel band.

Refill is decent, but I have not used it enough to realistically judge its quality.

Ordering the pen direct from Wancher was a good experience. I signed in and received a 5% first time discount off the listed $40 price in late May. Only shipping offered was DHL Express at $25, which brought my total cost to $63. Is this pen worth that much? For a unique addition, it is. Now their website is offering the same pen for a lesser price. That kinda burns. Service overall from Wancher is nothing but excellent, so I am enjoying my first Wancher. I like it.

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