A UEF is a very different experience than an EF. i got a Platinum UEF by accident. The box said SF. After inking it up and writing with it, I got out my lupe and saw it was actually UEF. I have grown to love it, though! If you are going to compare a Sailor EF to a Platinum EF, it would make more sense. No shade on Sailor EFs! But the Platinum UEF is great for really tiny writing, and also if you are in a situation where quick-drying, non-smearing ink is important.

I just ordered one of these. I love the Empire of Japan!

platinum sure knows how to make an ef nib, I have a preppy, now going to a kakuno and will see how they are doing. After a bit of time I would like to get a curidas on ef or maybe the 3776, to use as much as possible during a master, I love writing with extra fine fountain pens.

think how fine a nib seems is very dependent on which ink you’re using: my Platinum 3776 UEF is inked up w Iroshizuku fuyu- syogun and my Sailor 1911 large is inked w Aurora blue/black: the Sailor writes slightly finer:)

Have no idea why this channel didn't "take off": the start was excellent.

Thank you for a very nice review. I have the one pen kimono wrap as well as the 8 pen wrap on order. I was looking for an alternative to leather cases. It appears to have a soft inner lining to protect my pens . I also like the pattern. One thing I am concerned about is the ability to protect pens if they are accidentally dropped or crushed. I feel the wrap might not offer as much protection in that sense as a harder leather case.

Your comparison video for sailor fine nib n platinum 3776 UEF nib is the best so far. I m considering to buy sailor realo fine nib n 3776 UEF nib too

Does anyone know if this is comparable to the Pilot Posting nib?

I have this pen. It’s really nice. I wish Faber would make more variations, as a fan of Japanese pens, Faber nibs are right up there

Would you say that the Platinum UEF is comparable to Pilot’s posting nib?

Thanks for the comparison. I do like Pilot over Sailor. I recently ordered the Platinum 3776 UEF. Anxiously awaiting its arrival from Japan. Even more so now that I have seen this video. 🖋❤️

I had a UEF phase some time ago, I had a couple of these. You can absolutely micro print with these with a delicate hand

I own a dozen or so of these in various colors and nib sizes. I bought my first Lamy, a 2000, in the seventies. These are far, far more capable than their price would indicate.

I have four of these, restored, all 'J' models. I use these for volume writing and love several of the different nibs. You're so right, the new ones are not only way overpriced, they're morally dishonest and contrary to Richard Esterbrook's mission.

I have 4, and I love em. They do offer protection, and as I love my Japanese fountain pens more than the others, I like to treat them a bit. Ya, I know, crazy, but these look nice, and though a tad more money than I think worth, still a pleasure way to protect your choice pens. It's a shame yours are starting to come unraveled a bit. That shouldn't be happening... :-( thanks for the video, I enjoyed it.

Awesome comparison thank you!

I am trying to decide which one to buy in the next december, I was thinking about Platinum 3776 EF or the Sailor 1911S EF, but since I practice Business Penmanship, this UEF seems so captivating... Would you say that the UEF resembles a bit the feeling of a sharp mechanical pencil?

I cannot believe how many views this video has. It's interesting to see how the channel has grown without my interference. I wonder if I should ever revive it. It'd probably be a lot better because I can just hear the nervousness in my voice. Lol

I always finds it fascinating to see people write with fine nib. I like how it looks on the paper, but i myself don’t really like it when writing. And it is also the first time i see someone who writes on the lines.

Thank you for the video

Was looking forward to getting one soon until I learned that the cap and clip are made of plastic. (At least on another KZbin video they said the clip is plastic.)

I much prefer Sailor's mediums to Platinum mediums, but they do different things. If you want a dry thin nib that still functions excellently, Platinum looks lovely! I just prefer wetter thicker nibs...

The most delicious [& descriptive] pen nib analogy I've ever heard :)

Perhaps, the finest nib in Japanese fountain pens.

This was a very useful video, thank you :)

My plumix uses standard international, i put a converte in

Why do you think that the loom has a nib from Bock?

So fine 🤩

Platinum UEF is rock 😱 super fine 🤩

How's the nib feedback? It's sounds a bit like nails on a chalkboard, but mics can be deceiving.

Nice speech at the end. 👍

Of all 3 Japanese "standard" brands, I do prefer Platinum to Sailor and Pilot :-)

oh man! just look how tiny the line is it is, im impressed.

I guess forgot the Harbor Freight latex gloves

Nice comparison, I was hoping to see how they flexed

Particularly helpful, as I was bidding on a Sailor 1911 Realo with an EF nib. I am still not sure, but you helped me a lot.

This is a fantastic review of vintage Esterbrooks! Please do more - maybe the Safari series...

Just a reminder that Platinum pens designed to consume less ink than most of the pens out there. I have PTL 5000 a and this pen only sniffs ink and does not skip. (I saw the ink consumption chart at the manual and I did not believe at first but this Platinum pens ink really last longer.

Thanks for the video. Where either pen's nib modified in any way before the writing sample?

Very nicely done. And quite useful! Thank you.

Thanks for using different papers. That's important

Thanks for the demonstration. I have been planning to branch out and try some of the more expensive pens I watch being used in your sessions. I was raised using Sheaffer and sometimes Parker fountain pens. These pens were well within my budget and I'm still happy with my small personal collection. The light crisp feel of a fine or even extra fine nib gives me a very satisfying sensation as I write notes or correspondence.

Great video

It's a very beautiful green ink. What ink is that?

Great instructional video! Those bulb syringes are a real time saver.

I don't have a BMW.

Why that pen is important for you? How it’s compared to your other pens? How well is responding to your everyday needs? Do you recommend it ?

I just unboxed my UEF and popped in the free cartridge. Is there any trick to getting the ink to start flowing?

Is the pen point fine or broad?

Thanks. Very usefull !!