Delta Spaccanapoli ?

[Doc Dan]

Does anyone have experience with this pen? Goulet pens says that the barrel and cap are turned out of solid rods of resin (like my favorite shaving brushes). They aren't cast. I found they have Jowo nibs. I'm not sure of the size, but I think a #6. I wonder how well balanced they are and how well they write, and the overall quality. Delta went out of business a few years ago and now they are back. What do you all think?

[Doc Dan]

Well, I couldn't resist. I went to the shop and after comparing it to a number of other pens, I walked out with one that had a medium nib. The section is larger than many other fountain pens and I found it very comfortable, and of course the Jowo #6 nib is as smooth as it can be. I got the orange. I'll post a picture, later.

[lukeap69]

2 hours ago, Doc Dan said:

Well, I couldn't resist. I went to the shop and after comparing it to a number of other pens, I walked out with one that had a medium nib. The section is larger than many other fountain pens and I found it very comfortable, and of course the Jowo #6 nib is as smooth as it can be. I got the orange. I'll post a picture, later.

Which colour did you get? These seem to be good alternatives to Leonardo's.

[Doc Dan]

 

I got this orange to do something different than my usual choices. Those white flecks are actually shining particles like from an oyster shell and they sparkle as you rotate the pen. 

 

There are at least four color schemes and a fifth one that is a Goulet exclusive. 

 

[lukeap69]

1 hour ago, Doc Dan said:

 

I got this orange to do something different than my usual choices. Those white flecks are actually shining particles like from an oyster shell and they sparkle as you rotate the pen. 

 

There are at least four color schemes and a fifth one that is a Goulet exclusive. 

 

That is a pretty one. I am actually thinking about the red(ish) with some white and grey pattern. I will wait for your impressions. 😉

[Doc Dan]

I looked at the reds and blues and liked them. I have too many reds and blues, so I got the orange crush looking version. 

 

These pens really write well, and the fact that the grip section is a little larger than average means that for me, the pen is very comfortable. That might have been what won me over. I had five pens I was testing at the shop and I liked all of them, but I walked out with the Delta. 

[lukeap69]

50 minutes ago, Doc Dan said:

I looked at the reds and blues and liked them. I have too many reds and blues, so I got the orange crush looking version. 

 

These pens really write well, and the fact that the grip section is a little larger than average means that for me, the pen is very comfortable. That might have been what won me over. I had five pens I was testing at the shop and I liked all of them, but I walked out with the Delta. 

Is it comparable to the size of Leonardo Momento Zero? I, too, like bigger grip section so I reckon I will like the size of this pen.

[Doc Dan]

9 hours ago, lukeap69 said:

Is it comparable to the size of Leonardo Momento Zero? I, too, like bigger grip section so I reckon I will like the size of this pen.

I don't know. It isn't as big as a Jinhao 9019 (huge) but is larger than a TWSBI Diamond 580. In other words, it isn't so large for me that it is unwieldy, but it is large enough to be very comfortable. 

 

To put this in perspective, I went with the intention of buying either a Diplomat Aero (the Delta is larger), or a Pilot Capless (close but maybe the Delta is very slightly larger). I bought the Delta. 

[lukeap69]

29 minutes ago, Doc Dan said:

I don't know. It isn't as big as a Jinhao 9019 (huge) but is larger than a TWSBI Diamond 580. In other words, it isn't so large for me that it is unwieldy, but it is large enough to be very comfortable. 

 

To put this in perspective, I went with the intention of buying either a Diplomat Aero (the Delta is larger), or a Pilot Capless (close but maybe the Delta is very slightly larger). I bought the Delta. 

Thanks for the comparison/references. I have an idea of the size now.

[Doc Dan]

Here is a picture I got from Pen Gallery. It shows the current colors, the orange, a sort of tortoise shell brown with flecks, red with a few stripes and flecks, a swirl red with gray and black (maybe blue), a dark blue with flecks, and a matte black.

 

 

 

[Doc Dan]

Here is the location that my particular pen was named in honor of.

 

https://www.google.com/travel/hotels/entity/ChYI6sad5amhhtgHGgovbS8wMjV2bDhyEAE?ei=u9EYYsvdFcTT2gLH7KrYDw&sa=X&ved=0CAAQ5JsGahcKEwjg04qx8JSGAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA&utm_campaign=sharing&utm_medium=link&utm_source=htls&ts=CAEaIAoCGgASGhIUCgcI6A8QBRgUEgcI6A8QBRgVGAEyAhAAKgQKABoA

 

All of the pens in the series honor something on the street Spaccanapoli. 

[lukeap69]

The one I ordered is named Palazzo Ruffo. I guess that is a name of a place as well.

[Doc Dan]

@lukeap69 Yes, it is a beautiful building on that street. That is a gorgeous pen and tempted me sorely. 

 

I am looking forward to your thoughts on your new pen. 

[PAKMAN]

Congrats! Looks great!

[lukeap69]

1 hour ago, Doc Dan said:

@lukeap69 Yes, it is a beautiful building on that street. That is a gorgeous pen and tempted me sorely. 

 

I am looking forward to your thoughts on your new pen. 

I can't wait. I think it will take few weeks to arrive where I am.

[Doc Dan]

One thing I forgot to mention is the nib. The Jowo nib actually has a little flex and bounce, which was a nice surprise. I write with a light hand and still the nib flexes a bit. 

[penwarrior32]

On 5/13/2024 at 8:51 PM, Doc Dan said:

 

I got this orange to do something different than my usual choices. Those white flecks are actually shining particles like from an oyster shell and they sparkle as you rotate the pen. 

 

There are at least four color schemes and a fifth one that is a Goulet exclusive. 

 

Nice looking pen!!!

[Doc Dan]

On 5/18/2024 at 11:04 AM, lukeap69 said:

I can't wait. I think it will take few weeks to arrive where I am.

When is it arriving?

[lukeap69]

As per the seller, they just placed their order when I placed my order so I missed the latest shipment. They will receive my pen by next week. Then few days travel to me.

[lukeap69]

My Palazzo Ruffo arrived today. It looks beautiful!

 

 

with my Leonardo MZ Prugna