Platinum Fountain Pen, Preppy, Medium Nib, Black (1716013.0)

I just started getting back into fountain pens recently. Previously, I'd only used a different brand's calligraphy pens and while they write well on the first or second use, the ink always dries up since I don't do Calligraphy EVERY day. This one is the least expensive (non-disposable) I've tried by far, and I actually really like it! I've realized I like "wet" fountain pens that put out a lot of ink and this one does not disappoint. The line is nicely bold and the ink doesn't bleed even on cheap notebook paper. I don't mind the smooth grip - another thing I figured out was that with my small hands, I tend to grip the pen closer to the nib than some people might, and I appreciate that there is NOT a ridge on the edge digging into my finger. The nib is also fairly short compared to other pens, which helps with small hands, too. If you're looking for an inexpensive way to get into fountain pens, I highly recommend, but NOTE: this is a medium-point pen, and a lot of the ones for sale here are Fine or Extra Fine nibs, which I've read can be scratchy.

I've never used a fountain pen in my life so I didn't know what to expect. I wanted the pen to use with my Line and Wash Watercolor paintings. I did my research and knew I needed a pen with waterproof ink. Watercolor sites rate this pen highly. I could not figure out if the ink was waterproof but what the heck, six bucks, give it a try. And in the end the ink bled all over my paper when I tried to paint over it, even after 24 hours of drying time. I've looked and can't find ink associated with this pen that says anything about being water proof or water resistant. So I'm not giving the pen any bad review because it didn't work out for my particular need. As a pen I really enjoy using it and will continue to do so.

love these. wish they sold waterproof cartridges for my use.

This company sets themselves apart with a different feel to their nibs. It's not for everybody but I quite enjoy it.Plus, it's customizable (eyedropper)

I love these Platinum Preppy Pens - ordered 3 for the different nib sizes, removed the ink it comes with and put in Platinum Carbon black ink cartridges. Black pen for the 05, yellow for the medium 03, and red for the very fine 02. I use them for ink and watercolor sketches.

This pen was highly rated by the Fountain Pen Group . . . . instructions were easy to follow, the pen writes very nicely. How to clean the pen every two weeks was also included. It comes in a case with an ink cartilage. Perfect pen for the beginner.

didnt work

Great basic fountain pen. Hardly ever clogs, writes smoothly.