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.
@Ausf.D.A.K.4 ай бұрын
I just ordered one of these. I love the Empire of Japan!
@teok77359 ай бұрын
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.
@iodboi5 ай бұрын
Curidas has multiple issues .. people I know were generally unhappy with how it performed. You would do well to pick the Decimo/VP/capless. Or moonman A1/A2
@kjmav10135Ай бұрын
i imagine you’ve bought your next pen by now. I have to tell you, though, that my Platinum UEF pen is the ultimate if you like fine nibs. Even microscopic print is legible. The writing experience is great!
@anguswhite823311 ай бұрын
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:)
@ikarugaxx374911 ай бұрын
Have no idea why this channel didn't "take off": the start was excellent.
@gaeleus Жыл бұрын
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.
@kelvinleong4322 Жыл бұрын
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
@cd3694 Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if this is comparable to the Pilot Posting nib?
@cd3694 Жыл бұрын
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
@cd3694 Жыл бұрын
Would you say that the Platinum UEF is comparable to Pilot’s posting nib?
@MarcellHobbs Жыл бұрын
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. 🖋❤️
@Artfulscience12 жыл бұрын
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
@loveisall55202 жыл бұрын
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.
@loveisall55202 жыл бұрын
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.
@strshooter73992 жыл бұрын
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.
@archdomster94463 жыл бұрын
Awesome comparison thank you!
@Fernandohe1113 жыл бұрын
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?
@practicalpenmanship42813 жыл бұрын
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
@agnesrambling3 жыл бұрын
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.
@lisa_moscow88333 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video
@wpgeeth2 жыл бұрын
Does it give a very scratchy feel? You can hear it. How thick is the writing in mm s? Would you know?
@michaelmelling93333 жыл бұрын
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.)
@johnathanrhoades77513 жыл бұрын
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...
@adhithyasodhi32033 жыл бұрын
The most delicious [& descriptive] pen nib analogy I've ever heard :)
@okinawapunter3 жыл бұрын
Perhaps, the finest nib in Japanese fountain pens.
@helenake81424 жыл бұрын
This was a very useful video, thank you :)
@ciochinabogdanvasile4 жыл бұрын
My plumix uses standard international, i put a converte in
@Tailslol2 жыл бұрын
there is 2 version of them, the one in france are international type but in some country they use the pilot type.
@merlinuwe14 жыл бұрын
Why do you think that the loom has a nib from Bock?
@mauraserena45214 жыл бұрын
So fine 🤩
@mauraserena45214 жыл бұрын
Platinum UEF is rock 😱 super fine 🤩
@earlmcmanus1944 жыл бұрын
How's the nib feedback? It's sounds a bit like nails on a chalkboard, but mics can be deceiving.
@ecksdog4 жыл бұрын
Nice speech at the end. 👍
@manoloyloles4 жыл бұрын
Of all 3 Japanese "standard" brands, I do prefer Platinum to Sailor and Pilot :-)
@Aldo-os3ov4 жыл бұрын
oh man! just look how tiny the line is it is, im impressed.
@scpiguy69344 жыл бұрын
I guess forgot the Harbor Freight latex gloves
@Blissfulthings4 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison, I was hoping to see how they flexed
@solar79274 жыл бұрын
They don't
@keithwhitney74914 жыл бұрын
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.
@cmdrdarwin36825 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic review of vintage Esterbrooks! Please do more - maybe the Safari series...
@AlhambraDream5 жыл бұрын
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.
@JohnAceti5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Where either pen's nib modified in any way before the writing sample?
@colacurciolaw77455 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done. And quite useful! Thank you.
@rahmanwaheed14875 жыл бұрын
Thanks for using different papers. That's important
@dansherling72325 жыл бұрын
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.
@miguelmoreno46045 жыл бұрын
Great video
@practicalpenmanship42815 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AliaRohaluss_TheCat5 жыл бұрын
It's a very beautiful green ink. What ink is that?
@practicalpenmanship42815 жыл бұрын
Rohrer & Klingner Alt-Goldgrün
@EricBryan5 жыл бұрын
Great instructional video! Those bulb syringes are a real time saver.
@irishguy135 жыл бұрын
I don't have a BMW.
@olampros3215 жыл бұрын
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 ?
@vonallen44416 жыл бұрын
I just unboxed my UEF and popped in the free cartridge. Is there any trick to getting the ink to start flowing?
@danielr97086 жыл бұрын
Waiting works.
@pepandlemonade36785 жыл бұрын
You should have prepped the pen by getting rid of the residue manufacturing oils by using a solution of dishwashing soap and. Water. Swish it in and out with the converter and then leave the solution on overnight, then rinse the same way with water.
@ethanwilcox40966 жыл бұрын
Is the pen point fine or broad?
@practicalpenmanship42816 жыл бұрын
It's an ultra extra-fine nib, which is, as the name implies, very fine.