Richards Pens

[davidspitzer]

Does anyone have any experience with Richards pens i am looking for a real good full flex for copperpalte writing - having banged my head trying to find a vintage sample - i was thinking of buying one of his pens with this nib

 

Pelikan M250 nib, reground to XXXF, full flex added

[kiavonne]

Richard Binder is one of the more well-known nibmeisters and has an excellent reputation here. Definitely send Richard an email. He is one of the few who can possibly give you all you're looking for, and may have some valuable advice regarding what you want.

 

 

 

Does anyone have any experience with Richards pens i am looking for a real good full flex for copperpalte writing - having banged my head trying to find a vintage sample - i was thinking of buying one of his pens with this nib

 

Pelikan M250 nib, reground to XXXF, full flex added

 

[OldGriz]

Make sure you explain to him in detail exactly what you are looking for in a nib....

That will make it easier for him to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for..

Do not be surprised if it takes more than one email exchange for him to know exactly what you want.. he is extremely thorough...

 

You could not pick a better person to create this nib for you...

[John Cullen]

I can not speak to the flex option, but I just got my Pelikan 800 nib back from him. He smoothed it and adjusted the flow and added a Waverley lift to the tip so that I get maximum tipping material contact with the paper despite my unusually high angle of attack.

 

This Waverley tip is perfect for a guy like me. This new nib is way better than any standard Pelikan 800 medium I have used, and I have tried quite a few over the years.

 

So I would say talk to him. I think personalized nibs are the way to go and really do make a difference.

 

Someday I will get a Pelikan 800 cursive italic from him. Hmmm, now that I think about it I could just order the nib extra to put one of the 800s I already have.

 

jc

[WillSW]

Richard can definitely do it, but if you want to shop around you can look at a flexified Namiki Falcon from John Mottishaw at Nibs.com.

[Doulton]

I have had Richard Binder do about 10 pens total for me and his work is the very best I know of--perfectly smooth, no roughness, and he's very thorough. If you buy the pen from him, the return will be extremely speedy. If you send him your pens, it can take a number of weeks, but his work makes it well worth the weight. I have had him do several styles and widths of italicization and every one of them has been perfect.

 

 

No affiliation, by the way, although I would love to be affiliated!

[RayMan]

Richard Binder recently modified the nibs of two of my pens, making them into .7 mm cursive italic. I'm very pleased.

[Maria]

Dear DavidSpitzer;

 

I am in possession of a Pelikan M200 Blue Marble xxxf, full flex Binder nib. I love it so much, I ---err Santa Claus Is asking Richard Binder to send me another one (M320 Pelikan-orange barrel in a xxxfp, full flex nib).

 

I do like extra, extra, extra fine nibs myself. Small block forms as bad as any accountant spread sheet; and I would mention, it would be wise to find a dip pen and get some ink (Waterman's, Sheaffer's Script is fine or Calligraphy ink) and practice on a dip pen. Pressing too hard can/may/could over extend it's flexibility.

 

I have a M200 Blue Marble Pelikan with an xxf nib, full flex. It would match with the Murphy oblique Copperplate nib in laying down a line.

 

But, I find, that writing in narrow ruled note paper and legal pads; the xxxfp for a Pelikan is perfect for me.

 

If you have to write through carbon copy forms - use a ballpoint that is fine. It will go through the layers of paper and not put the fine tip fountain pen nib in danger.

 

But, when all is said and done --You can have any of my fountain pens but, I'll fight tooth, nail, claw, guns, swords, cannons, battery of artillery, muskets, rifles, mace, sabers, hatchets, axe, pick, fry pan, and any other weapon I can get my hands on in defense of my xxxfp :ltcapd:

 

(Pack a lunch and bring no less than a Corps of Army or Marines with you. :ltcapd:

 

I only use Waterman's Ink through Binder's customized nibs (because he prefers the ink and knows the behavior) --but, I would use Sheaffer's ink as an alternative (my choice).

 

Just some thoughts.

 

Respectfully,

Maria

 

Does anyone have any experience with Richards pens i am looking for a real good full flex for copperpalte writing - having banged my head trying to find a vintage sample - i was thinking of buying one of his pens with this nib

 

Pelikan M250 nib, reground to XXXF, full flex added

Edited November 26, 2008 by Maria

[stevlight]

My binderized Pelikan M805 is now my favorite and i have not stopped using it since i got it about 2 weeks ago. You can not go wrong with Richard. ALL my future pens will be coming from him!!!!!

[davidspitzer]

Dear DavidSpitzer;

 

I am in possession of a Pelikan M200 Blue Marble xxxf, full flex Binder nib. I love it so much, I ---err Santa Claus Is asking Richard Binder to send me another one (M320 Pelikan-orange barrel in a xxxfp, full flex nib).

 

I do like extra, extra, extra fine nibs myself. Small block forms as bad as any accountant spread sheet; and I would mention, it would be wise to find a dip pen and get some ink (Waterman's, Sheaffer's Script is fine or Calligraphy ink) and practice on a dip pen. Pressing too hard can/may/could over extend it's flexibility.

 

I have a M200 Blue Marble Pelikan with an xxf nib, full flex. It would match with the Murphy oblique Copperplate nib in laying down a line.

 

But, I find, that writing in narrow ruled note paper and legal pads; the xxxfp for a Pelikan is perfect for me.

 

If you have to write through carbon copy forms - use a ballpoint that is fine. It will go through the layers of paper and not put the fine tip fountain pen nib in danger.

 

But, when all is said and done --You can have any of my fountain pens but, I'll fight tooth, nail, claw, guns, swords, cannons, battery of artillery, muskets, rifles, mace, sabers, hatchets, axe, pick, fry pan, and any other weapon I can get my hands on in defense of my xxxfp :ltcapd:

 

(Pack a lunch and bring no less than a Corps of Army or Marines with you. :ltcapd:

 

I only use Waterman's Ink through Binder's customized nibs (because he prefers the ink and knows the behavior) --but, I would use Sheaffer's ink as an alternative (my choice).

 

Just some thoughts.

 

Respectfully,

Maria

 

Does anyone have any experience with Richards pens i am looking for a real good full flex for copperpalte writing - having banged my head trying to find a vintage sample - i was thinking of buying one of his pens with this nib

 

Pelikan M250 nib, reground to XXXF, full flex added

 

I have been learning for some time using a dip pen (Gillot Nib) with a an angled holder but it is damn inconvenient to take out at a business meeting to write notes with

 

I think that I will get more practice in if I have something evenly remotely comparable in a fountain pen.

 

Is there any chance I could coax you into posting a pic of the line variation and perhaps a few letters on a piece of paper?

 

[jbbreau]

You can have any of my fountain pens

 

Really? Do you want my address?

:roflmho:

 

[JJBlanche]

Richard is one of, if not the best guy in the industry. A pleasure to work with. I'm sure he'll satisfy whatever pen craving/need/want you could ever cook up.

[lovemy51]

am i the only one that ever had a bad experience with mr binder?... and with a P51, no less. i won't discuss it in open channels...

[Maria]

Dear jbbreau;

 

Welllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll............ :roflmho:

 

Ok...ok.... ummm -- no thank you sir.

 

:embarrassed_smile:

 

I'll be keeping my pens but...if I donate one, it won't be with a Binderized nib... :roflmho:

 

Respectfully as well as with humor;

Maria

 

You can have any of my fountain pens

 

Really? Do you want my address?

:roflmho:

 

[Maria]

Dear DavidSpitzer;

 

If you go to the Penmanship portion of the Forums; which is under the Brand Focus list; then go to Page #2 --Look for Topic: Calligraphy Forum Anyone?; then look for my name; there is a sample of Mr. Binder's full flex nib; written at that time with a xxfp nib on a Pelikan.

 

Respectfully,

Maria

 

Dear DavidSpitzer;

 

I am in possession of a Pelikan M200 Blue Marble xxxf, full flex Binder nib. I love it so much, I ---err Santa Claus Is asking Richard Binder to send me another one (M320 Pelikan-orange barrel in a xxxfp, full flex nib).

 

I do like extra, extra, extra fine nibs myself. Small block forms as bad as any accountant spread sheet; and I would mention, it would be wise to find a dip pen and get some ink (Waterman's, Sheaffer's Script is fine or Calligraphy ink) and practice on a dip pen. Pressing too hard can/may/could over extend it's flexibility.

 

I have a M200 Blue Marble Pelikan with an xxf nib, full flex. It would match with the Murphy oblique Copperplate nib in laying down a line.

 

But, I find, that writing in narrow ruled note paper and legal pads; the xxxfp for a Pelikan is perfect for me.

 

If you have to write through carbon copy forms - use a ballpoint that is fine. It will go through the layers of paper and not put the fine tip fountain pen nib in danger.

 

But, when all is said and done --You can have any of my fountain pens but, I'll fight tooth, nail, claw, guns, swords, cannons, battery of artillery, muskets, rifles, mace, sabers, hatchets, axe, pick, fry pan, and any other weapon I can get my hands on in defense of my xxxfp :ltcapd:

 

(Pack a lunch and bring no less than a Corps of Army or Marines with you. :ltcapd:

 

I only use Waterman's Ink through Binder's customized nibs (because he prefers the ink and knows the behavior) --but, I would use Sheaffer's ink as an alternative (my choice).

 

Just some thoughts.

 

Respectfully,

Maria

 

Does anyone have any experience with Richards pens i am looking for a real good full flex for copperpalte writing - having banged my head trying to find a vintage sample - i was thinking of buying one of his pens with this nib

 

Pelikan M250 nib, reground to XXXF, full flex added

 

I have been learning for some time using a dip pen (Gillot Nib) with a an angled holder but it is damn inconvenient to take out at a business meeting to write notes with

 

I think that I will get more practice in if I have something evenly remotely comparable in a fountain pen.

 

Is there any chance I could coax you into posting a pic of the line variation and perhaps a few letters on a piece of paper?

 

[Richard]

am i the only one that ever had a bad experience with mr binder?... and with a P51, no less. i won't discuss it in open channels...

I'm sorry, but I can't find anyone named Peter in Northern California, with whom I've had problems over a "51", in our records. Please contact me back channel.

[strunkl]

am i the only one that ever had a bad experience with mr binder?... and with a P51, no less. i won't discuss it in open channels...

I'm sorry, but I can't find anyone named Peter in Northern California, with whom I've had problems over a "51", in our records. Please contact me back channel.

 

I can't tell you how pleased I am to see that Richard has this kind of thoroughness with his business. It stands to reason, as he is similarly thorough with his FP work.

 

Best of luck resolving any problem. My only problem is that Richard's work is too well known, and he is therefore in great demand. Alas, I can't afford to keep him on permanent retainer . . .

[WillSW]

I'd be interested in seeing more public negative criticism of....anything, really. This is a pretty positive-only website, which is not a bad thing, it's just harder to see the whole picture sometimes.

 

That said, after receiving a pen back from one grinding provider (anonymous, of course) worse than it began, I've decided to join the RB waiting list.

[lovemy51]

I'd be interested in seeing more public negative criticism of....anything, really. This is a pretty positive-only website, which is not a bad thing, it's just harder to see the whole picture sometimes.

 

That said, after receiving a pen back from one grinding provider (anonymous, of course) worse than it began, I've decided to join the RB waiting list.

 

i didn't criticize mr binder, i only answer the OP's question about anyone having any experience with richard's pens (or something to that effect).

 

 

 

 

[WillSW]

I'd be interested in seeing more public negative criticism of....anything, really. This is a pretty positive-only website, which is not a bad thing, it's just harder to see the whole picture sometimes.

 

That said, after receiving a pen back from one grinding provider (anonymous, of course) worse than it began, I've decided to join the RB waiting list.

 

i didn't criticize mr binder, i only answer the OP's question about anyone having any experience with richard's pens (or something to that effect).

 

I have a bad habit of using words in their most literal way: negative criticism = unsatisfactory experience. It was also more of a general observation, plus I was moody last night. All I really meant was that it'd be interesting to read more detailed accounts of what was not absolutely perfect.