Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen - Clear - The Goulet Pen Company
The Pilot Custom 823 fountain pen includes a translucent clear cap and barrel, 14k gold nib, gold trim, and a vacuum filling system.
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Goulet has it listed as well, but with the note "Coming in May": https://www.gouletpens.com/collecti...products/pilot-custom-823-fountain-pen-clear#
edit: huh, I didn't think this tab was that old... maybe I missed a page? Yup, not so much as Ninja-ed as "oops, there's a page 33"
Not a problem. Goulet at least has them all at the same price. My original thought was that Pensachi was charging a premium for it, but it looks like they are just having a sale that applies to the smoke and amber ones.
As the resident booster of the Custom 823 as the ideal pen, and an owner of two of them, dooo eeeeet!
Neil GaI and I can’t be wrong. (and in fact, he replied to be on Twitter when I participated in one of his posts when someone asked him about his preference in FPs).
I'm pretty sure you read my post wrong. I'm not buying an 823.
I have zero interest in ever acquiring another piston filler. I have two; one is a limited edition I bought because it was pretty, and I have never inked it up. The other is my Pelikan, and I'd love it even more if it had a converter instead.
QFT.
I also have two. One that I use, and one I don’t. They’re both TWSBI’s, but only the 580 ever gets used - it’s easier to clean! There have been quite a few pens I got really excited about, then changed my mind because they were piston or vac filled.
I also hate sticking my pen in an ink bottle. It makes me mad every time I have to refill the Pelikan because of that. Ink syringes and converters for life!
Holy shit, this is a thing!??!!
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WANT. I have a pair of Retro51 rollerballs that I would love to be able to do this with!
Edit: disregard. It’s for the Retro51 fountain pens to make them worse. I can’t read
Retro 51 Tornado™ Rollerball Converter Kit
Transform your Tornado™ Fountain Pen experience with the Retro 51 Fountain Pen to Rollerball Conversion Kit. Now your fountain pen can become a rollerball with ease, offering a spectrum of color options and ink varieties. Crafted for durability and seamless ink flow, this converter expands your...
WANT. I have a pair of Retro51 rollerballs that I would love to be able to do this with!
Edit: disregard. It’s for the Retro51 fountain pens to make them worse. I can’t read
Somewhat inspired by pens, I wanted to do something completely different while watching a merely okay film.
So, I made an emote:
So, I made an emote:
Yeah, I want to go in the other direction! I have a Retro 51 rollerball with unicorns on it. It has a fountain pen counterpart, but they don't come up for sale often, and I don't want one enough to be on the hunt for it, I just casually look from time to time.Holy shit, this is a thing!??!!
Retro 51 Tornado™ Rollerball Converter Kit
Transform your Tornado™ Fountain Pen experience with the Retro 51 Fountain Pen to Rollerball Conversion Kit. Now your fountain pen can become a rollerball with ease, offering a spectrum of color options and ink varieties. Crafted for durability and seamless ink flow, this converter expands your...
WANT. I have a pair of Retro51 rollerballs that I would love to be able to do this with!
Edit: disregard. It’s for the Retro51 fountain pens to make them worse. I can’t read
This is it.
This is the real deal.
I've found it.
Joy.
This is the best flex nib I've ever tried, and it just happens to be specially-made for the pen that's designed for my preferred drawing inks! And so far, it's only railroaded TWICE out of a few hundred strokes!
It's exactly what I've been looking for to sub in for my dip pens!
Looks like the modifications to the nib itself consist of a full-length slit and a couple of notches on the shoulders. The feed is also different, according to the info on the site. The new feed's flow has to be higher, and they advise users with the flex nib not to store the pen nib-down. Which means I can take off that stiff, nigh-unusable pocket clip for good!
As for the writing experience, it's not at all a glassy writer. There's SIGNIFICANT feedback, some might even call it "scratchy." That tends to be what artists like in dip pens, so I doubt they put effort into over-polishing the tip of this one. The flex isn't feather-touch, either. It can easily go from extra fine to medium with just a pleasantly light bit of pressure, but to get the biggest swells requires a good, heavy drag across the page. A little stiffer than most dip pen nibs for calligraphy or illustration, but it looks a lot more resilient. I'm not the best at going from thick to hairline in the same stroke, so I'd be interested in seeing more skillful hands give it a test and finding out what they think.
The full set here:
www.indigraph.com
Or just the nib here:
www.indigraph.com
A comparison of the flex and regular EF nibs, both Jowo #5. This is before I installed the flex nib, so the stock is still in the pen:
This is the real deal.
I've found it.
Joy.
This is the best flex nib I've ever tried, and it just happens to be specially-made for the pen that's designed for my preferred drawing inks! And so far, it's only railroaded TWICE out of a few hundred strokes!
It's exactly what I've been looking for to sub in for my dip pens!
Looks like the modifications to the nib itself consist of a full-length slit and a couple of notches on the shoulders. The feed is also different, according to the info on the site. The new feed's flow has to be higher, and they advise users with the flex nib not to store the pen nib-down. Which means I can take off that stiff, nigh-unusable pocket clip for good!
As for the writing experience, it's not at all a glassy writer. There's SIGNIFICANT feedback, some might even call it "scratchy." That tends to be what artists like in dip pens, so I doubt they put effort into over-polishing the tip of this one. The flex isn't feather-touch, either. It can easily go from extra fine to medium with just a pleasantly light bit of pressure, but to get the biggest swells requires a good, heavy drag across the page. A little stiffer than most dip pen nibs for calligraphy or illustration, but it looks a lot more resilient. I'm not the best at going from thick to hairline in the same stroke, so I'd be interested in seeing more skillful hands give it a test and finding out what they think.
The full set here:
Indigraph Flexible Fountain pen
Indigraph Pen with flexible nib. The Indigraph Flexible Fountain pen features a unique flexible nib, allowing for a smooth and effortless writing experience. Its versatile design makes it perfect for both personal and professional use. Sold without Clip, since we do not recommend keeping this...
Or just the nib here:
Flexible Indigraph Nib
It has a brushed finish and is size 5, meaning the feeder has a 5-millimeter diameter. The unit has been modified to add flexibility, allowing for tine spread of up to 1,3 millimeter, making it smooth and requiring little pressure to spread the tines. VERTICAL USE WARNINGThrough this warning...
A comparison of the flex and regular EF nibs, both Jowo #5. This is before I installed the flex nib, so the stock is still in the pen:
Benu Talisman - True Unicorn Fountain Pen Gourmet Pens Exclusive
YOUR ORDERS WILL SHIP OUT IN A WEEK! Inspiration and substance added to the material of the pen: True UnicornMagical attribution ascribed in myths: Protection against evil When we think of unicorns, we often picture beautifully dazzling white horses with long, flowing manes that dance in the...
I saw this pen today. I kind of had to, and the CAD/USD exchange rate is really good right now, so ... Sorry, Custom 74, you'll just have to wait.
It's not my style, but it is pretty. I hope you love it.
Let me know how it writes. I've never been drawn to how they look, but I have been curious about them as a brand.
One day, they may release something that appeals to my more staid sense of style.
Let me know how it writes. I've never been drawn to how they look, but I have been curious about them as a brand.
One day, they may release something that appeals to my more staid sense of style.
It's a pretty standard Schmidt nib, I think, and steel, so I've got a pretty good guess what it will be like. Mostly just a question of does it write out of the box, or am I gonna be grabbing the micro mesh.
My Custom 74 is leaking 
. The nib has been wanting to pool too much ink lately, so I removed the converter, flushed the pen (just water, and just by holding the whole thing under the faucet, no bulb syringe or whatever). Flushed out the converter, refilled the pen, and now it leaks. There's a metal trim ring where the clear grip section meets the back half of the nib unit, and an o-ring there, and the ink is seeping out in that spot. I don't know what I did to make that happen.
I've reached out to Pilot USA and asked them to forward information on how to send the pen in for repairs. This is my favorite pen. The pen I reach for, before I reach for any other pen. I'm so sad.
. The nib has been wanting to pool too much ink lately, so I removed the converter, flushed the pen (just water, and just by holding the whole thing under the faucet, no bulb syringe or whatever). Flushed out the converter, refilled the pen, and now it leaks. There's a metal trim ring where the clear grip section meets the back half of the nib unit, and an o-ring there, and the ink is seeping out in that spot. I don't know what I did to make that happen.I've reached out to Pilot USA and asked them to forward information on how to send the pen in for repairs. This is my favorite pen. The pen I reach for, before I reach for any other pen. I'm so sad.
You'll make it through this. Sounds like maybe the o-ring is failing or maybe something worked its way under? How old is the pen?
Only three or four years. I've babied the hell out of this pen because I love it so much. It's only ever known the sweet touch of Iroshizuku Kon-peki. Never, ever been exposed to the ultrasonic (I don't trust the ultrasonic with my "good" pens).
Pilot's repair reputation is gold though, so I know they'll do me right.
Pilot's repair reputation is gold though, so I know they'll do me right.
Yeah, good to know if I have a problem with my 823. 823 is an interesting one because you can't (or at least aren't supposed to) open it.
I am assuming once I have a problem, I'll have to send it in...
Everything I've ever heard about Pilot and repairs is that they go above and beyond. I cannot recall reading of a bad outcome.
In the meantime, it looks like the sparkle pen should been delivered tomorrow!
In the meantime, it looks like the sparkle pen should been delivered tomorrow!
Yup. They repaired my Custom 823 when I dropped it and the piston knob broke off. They also replaced the feed on my Stargazer when it was running constantly dry for no reason.
So, on the one hand, the nib won the nib lottery. It's very smooth, solid writer straight out of the box. Puts out some ink (which is my preference). It's also a freaking nail.
Very stiff.
Slip a little alcohol in the ink or tell it a few jokes - that will loosen it up.It's also a freaking nail.
Nah, it's a Unicorn. It's just a bit skittish.
Get some apples, a sugar cube or two, and give it a bit of time and a lot of love. It'll play nice sooner than you think!
*Note: I caught it before hitting "post reply", but I initially put Unicron instead. Totally different thing.
Work internet looked at that link and went, "Ah ahahahahahahahahahaha no."
I can imagine, though!
Must've thought it was unipron.
Still haven't had an opportunity to give my customized Indigraph an artistic stress-test yet, but at least it's getting plenty of time laying horizontal to see how bad the leaking can get.
Still haven't had an opportunity to give my customized Indigraph an artistic stress-test yet, but at least it's getting plenty of time laying horizontal to see how bad the leaking can get.
I did two writing samples last night (from the prologue of Guy Gavriel Kay's The Lions of Al-Rassan, a favorite of mine), and after doing a lot of writing and a lot of peering at the two nibs through a loupe, I would put money on the True Unicorn Schmidt nib being a Jowo #6 nib. Going back and forth and comparing it with the nib in my Estie, it's the same nib. I'm pretty certain.
I have no idea what's happening with my Custom 74. I picked it up and took a look at it this weekend, and all the ink that was where ink is not supposed to be? It's not where ink is not supposed to be, anymore. I wrote a whole A5 page with the pen and no leaking, followed by making another two pages of notes.
So, I'm going to save the instructions on how to submit it for repairs, but right now I'm going to roll with this. Pen, fixed ... I guess?
So, I'm going to save the instructions on how to submit it for repairs, but right now I'm going to roll with this. Pen, fixed ... I guess?
Hmm. I am still of the opinion that something got between the various seals built in the pen.
Maybe some kind of mineral or something from flushing it with water? Maybe it just wasn't seated right? All the components are likely things that don't react to humidity...so it likely wasn't some kind of expand/contract.
Hell...even an air pocket of some kind? I mean, whatever it was, could it have "dissolved"?
Your guess is as good as mine. I stared at the section for a good four or five minutes like "WTF is actually going on?" I'm about to refill the converter here in a bit (after all the writing this weekend, it can use some topping off), but I always use a syringe for that, so I shouldn't see any issues? Will report back if it all goes sideways again.
Last I read, the evidence supporting "handwriting is good for your learning, memory, and mental health" was weak. But this NPR piece seems to indicate that the balance is tipping in its favor?
https://www.npr.org/sections/health...writing-cursive-typing-schools-learning-brain
Digital doodlers, don't lose hope though:
https://www.npr.org/sections/health...writing-cursive-typing-schools-learning-brain
While some states are mandating cursive instruction, cursive vs. print seems to be less important than handwriting itself in the process.
Digital doodlers, don't lose hope though:
I'd concur with the NPR piece, but that is based entirely off my personal experience. And is therefore next to worthless on the evidence front.
So, after a converter and a half of the Lamy dark lilac? It get's... crunchy. If you don't write with it for a day? Full on barnacles on the VP nib in my Decimo. It's much better behaved in the Lamy Vista, but after a few days? Yeah, I should wipe the nib down with a kleenex or paper towel before writing. It's not need like it was with the Decimo, but definitely a should.
So, after a converter and a half of the Lamy dark lilac? It get's... crunchy. If you don't write with it for a day? Full on barnacles on the VP nib in my Decimo. It's much better behaved in the Lamy Vista, but after a few days? Yeah, I should wipe the nib down with a kleenex or paper towel before writing. It's not need like it was with the Decimo, but definitely a should.
It should run smoothly in Lamy 7, but skip Lamy 8. Lamy 10 will be the last "good" one and even it will have some foot-shooting annoyances, heralding the company's pivot into in-pen advertisements and AI.