Most of the issues happen (when they happen, which is rare) with the cap, and that's easily replaced and isn't going to leak or destroy the ability to use your pen like a barrel or section issue.Also, the Vac is like the ultimate travel companion. Thus combining the two segments, creating TWSBI. Very pleased with the quality of service, thank you ! Id start with the cheaper ECO to be the safest. TWSBI is a Taiwanese pen manufacturer with strong emphasis on design, quality and serviceability. I really want one, but all the mixed posts are making me think it over.I think it depends on where you're coming from. So far no problems with any of them, so I'm satisfied.This was the kind of reply I was looking for. My question is this: Are any of the pens (including the new ECO) worth the price? Thank you! Are they tougher than people say they are?
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I will spare you the story behind the TWSBI brand and the Diamond 530 but if you haven't heard already, go to FountainPenNetwork (FPN) and search for "twsbi".
Unless you're literally writing pages every day, you could take the Vac on a week's vacation and not have to fill.One might argue the eco is a safer bet because of the integrated sectionAwesome. The last letters "Bi" was added with its literal meaning of "writing instruments". It's all about setting expectations.if you're looking for a pen that you're going to still be using in 50 years, don't get oneI think the expectation that a pen in this price range should last that long is part of the problem. However there are constant assertions that Parkers are now made in China. Unlike most new pen makers, when TWSBI started manufacturing their own range of pens (after years of making pens on behalf of other luxury brands) they went firmly after the enthusiast market. That definitely sounds like a good option.
Shortly after I became aware of this sub, I noticed lots and lots of posts - both good and bad about TWSBI pens. Enjoyable pens with far more flair than they have any reason to at their price point. A few years ago I got a TWSBI 580 for my birthday, and it’s the only pen I’ve had that isn’t fussy with my Organics Studio Nitrogen ink, so I knew TWSBI made good pens & good nibs. VAT Registration Number GB 855 6813 91. I personally love TWSBI.Those who have had problems have much more of a reason to communicate their experience than those who haven't so it's worth noting the there will be a disproportionate representation of people with problems.For sure. The first thing you will be mesmerized by these fountain pens is that they are not small and there is a lot of effort put into the fountain pen manufacturing. I just seem to see a lot of negative things written about the pens, but a 30-50 dollar piston pen is incredibly tempting. If this is the case does anyone know if they are date coded and if so are they aligned with French production. The fountain pens are piston filler or vacuum filler. Are they good pens? If you've only ever used a Pilot Metropolitan or a Lamy Safari, I think the performance upgrade to a TWSBI is worth it. Shortly after I became aware of this sub, I noticed lots and lots of posts - both good and bad about TWSBI pens.
If you have an extra $50 to spend on a nice demonstrator that probably won't last more than a couple years, and you feel OK with that, then do it.Personally, I own two TWSBIs, and love them both. I love them both and use them daily.New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast/r/fountainpens - A community for fountain pen enthusiasts, from the novice to the collector.Press J to jump to the feed. Data Protection registration Z3624446. Thus combining the two segments, creating TWSBI.Sign up for our e-mail updates (just 1 or 2 per month) SO glad I did!
If you're looking for a pen that you're going to still be using in 50 years, don't get one.