Jinhao 9016 vs 9019 Fountain Pen Unboxing and Review

[@ichirofakename]

Now there's a pen I'd almost buy for the CONVERTER.

[@InkquiringMinds]

True!

[@KentFilleman-it8vp]

My 9016 came with a very smooth wet nib.

[@MrCabimero]

Thanks to you I am a long knife nib fanatic. I wish they made the long knife nib in a #8 to put on the 9019

[@InkquiringMinds]

Wait for it!

[@MrCabimero]

@@InkquiringMinds do you have any inside scoop on this???

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@MrCabimeroI do not. It is just speculation based on trends. We all pined for a #8 steel nib, and they are now all over the place. We all pined for medium nibs from Chinese makers, and they responded. So, keep pining for a long knife #8!

[@paulmchugh1430]

Excellent review, Doug. I will have to consider swapping nibs. I did get the 9016. It feels good on the hand and I love the increased ink capacity of the converter. The usual Jinhao converter is puny. And the capacity of the larger converter is equal or exceeds some of my piston filler pens. Swapping nibs sounds perfect. I have not gotten a long knife/blade/architect nib but this may be the pen to experiment with. At the price for the nibs separately, why not? I do have the 9019 with a heartbeat nib. It is softer and you can certainly get some line variation. In mine it also has a wetter ink flow. Go for it, even if you have to buy another 9019. It is worth the money. Yes the 9019 is a tad larger and perhaps not as comfortable as the 9016 but I think it may be perfect in a couple of years as my hand stiffens from "old man" arthritis.

[@InkquiringMinds]

The larger converter is Jinhao's answer to the question "when will JInhao make a piston filler?". The answer - never. The 1.5ml converter is the same capacity as my Leonardo piston fillers.

[@nope8535]

I got my 9016 from LB Stationary, it actually was early and came in a bubble mailer envelope. So far had just a bit of baby's bottom that was fixed in seconds on a 9k stone. I can only fill the converter with 1.3ml of ink, but still way better than anything but my eyedropper pens.

[@davidnygard1817]

The most interesting feature of the Jinhao 9016 is the heartbeat nib alternative. I have ordered three. The initial one was sent late with just an ordinary Jinhao nib on eBay. I slammed the seller in my review. The next two are still in the process of delivery (nearing two months now). The heartbeat nibs on the 9019 are a modest improvement over the standard x159/9019 #8 nib -- okay, the improvement is mostly that they look better. Someday, I will be able to try out the Jinhao #6 heartbeat nibs and there will be peace in Gaza.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I don't know if the heartbeat is worth getting another 9016.

[@davidnygard1817]

@@InkquiringMinds When you run out of x450's to experiment with, there's the 9016. It is light, has a cavernous cartridge, it is well proportioned and it is not hideously ugly. I don't plan to get a set of 9016's but having a few might be worth the price. In defense of the heartbeat nib, the #8 I have on the 9019 works well and the solid gold-colored plating is easy on the eyes. The best Chinese steel nib I have is on a Wing Sung 630 which was a complete surprise. Just a terrific writer. So good that I decided to skip the gold alternative and get another which turned out to be a Jun Lai 630 (same exact pen with a different band and name). Of the #8 Chinese nibs, this one is the best, so far. I would try the gold, which appears to be terrific, but I just cannot open my wallet beyond $100 USD for a Chinese fountain pen. I'd rather go vintage instead.

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@davidnygard1817It is good to hear the steel nib on the Wing Sun/Jun Lai 630 is good. The 14k gold nib is spectacular!

[@totallylegit2068]

@@InkquiringMinds well now it comes on the new and even smaller 9013

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@totallylegit2068 I just got one. It will be reviewed shortly.

[@viv_2489]

Finally got this pen after almost 2 months as it was stuck long with customs clearance and I wasn't bothered too because of other pens that i had. Had to write mail finally to get it delivered.. very happy with the purchase as this has a heartbeat nib and has size suited to my hands!! Thanks for the review

[@NotesFromPastAmy]

I can always count on you for a thorough and honest review :)

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you so much, @NotesFromPastAmy!

[@bradbeth63]

Nicely done Doug. Really enjoy these videos. They help with future purchases.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Glad you like them!

[@somnathsikdar6657]

You should try the heart-beat nibs. They are much nicer than the stock Jinhao nibs. Thanks for the review!

[@InkquiringMinds]

I'll check it out!

[@edwardwiper1323]

Great video Doug,haven’t gone for the 9016 as I’m happy with the 9019 but you did remind me to replenish my Kaigelu LNB nibs👍

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you, @edwardwiper1323!

[@johntoledo4438]

I do like this pen for some of the same reasons. I do like it very much with a Kanwrite UltraFlex nib. The larger converter works well when putting down as much ink as the Utlraflex. However, the converter is smaller than the 9019. They aren't interchangeable but it is still much larger than standard and fits in a more comfortable body. I did fill each converter to the brim. The 9019 fills with 1.7ml and the 9016 with 1.4ml. Quite a lot either way.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Interesting!

[@ericprimeau363]

I've said this before, but you sir, are the best FP reviewer AND a very nice fellow Canadian! Thanks again for this awesome review! Take care!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you @ericprimeau363. That is much appreciated!

[@Chris-ux1ij]

You must have got the version with the old "18KGP" nib model. My one just came and has just "EF" written on the nib and writes excellent.

[@edwardstaats4935]

I love this pen. I hear what you say. I like the size of this pen and love how it writes. I would not swap the nib. I also love the converter. I also like the 9019 but a bit too big. It is a great value

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks for sharing!

[@mrcharon6197]

Great review as always Doug. I was considering one of these but even as cheap as they are I think I'll stick to the 9019. As for that retailer. My experiences were similar. Never again.

[@Detman101]

Goodness gracious...that opening few words in the "Writing sample" were beauuuuuuutiful!!! The shading...the smoothness...the drydown color-shift....So very nice!!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you so much!!

[@neilpiper9889]

I swapped a Bock number 6 1.1 stub on to my 9016. My favourite daily user.

[@clc3897]

I ordered mine from Temu. It came with the heartbeat nib, and for me this pen was a wonderful surprise. I have the 9019 as well, and like it, however in my lady hand the 9016 feels better and can write with it hours on end.

[@Sapta_Chakra]

The heartbeat nib is smooth?

[@JoseFbt6bk]

​@@Sapta_ChakraIT is, indeed. Worth giving it a try.

[@totallylegit2068]

@@Sapta_Chakra yes

[@esmagulunce]

I'm thinking of buying it too. Is the tip flexible or normal?

[@clc3897]

@ normal, not flexible, but extremely smooth.

[@samyg123]

I recently saw reviews with the heartbeat nib, showing some bounce and line variation. I wonder if you would’ve liked that version more.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I’ve seen the same thing.

[@Shanghai_Knife_Dude]

​@@InkquiringMinds i had both. Honestly, not worthy of additional $25 to the heart beat. It will be a heart breaker for $25. I paid less a $1 for such upgrade, and my heart feels fair.

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@Shanghai_Knife_DudeThanks for this.

[@samyg123]

@@Shanghai_Knife_Dude good to know, thanks!

[@nope8535]

I already ordered the 9016 over the 9019, also with LB Stationary....oh no.

[@wayneo5342]

Another great video as always, my friend. Is that the Mediterranean blue ink? Sure is a nice blue. I also had to replace the nib on my 9016. I had similar results after I did. See ya, bud.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you, @wayneo5342! It is just called Leonardo Blue. It is very similar to Kon-Peki.

[@LivingArmor196]

Hey Doug have you tried the Jinhao 9019/9016 with the heartbeat nib? I wonder if it has any difference in performance between the two nibs.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I haven't tried one yet.

[@davidnavarrete6413]

Have you seen bobby's custom 9019 flex nib. Looks promising but it is $50.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I wouldn't even if it is a St. Penpps brand. ;)

[@tbayless8324]

Needed to re-watch this video because I got my 9016 out with the heartbeat nib which is scratchy as heck, does not matter what I did to it-still scratchy. And I am ordering some Kaigelu long knife nibs. Thank You.

[@InkquiringMinds]

You like them.

[@tbayless8324]

@@InkquiringMinds I do sir--the Jinhao 9016 is good. I love my Kaigelu too- I got the bugs worked out on the Kaigelu, it is still finicky, love the size of it. I will keep you updated on the nibs I just ordered. You suggested. Doug, you are very helpful. Thank You!

[@johnsomers8269]

I shall have to get some Kaigelu nibs! I find the Jinhao Centennial a pleasant bit of plastic, and I had gotten a sweet Goulet steel for it. I did get three Kaigelu nibs to replace in some old fountain pens. My "back yard" pen repair efforts!

[@InkquiringMinds]

You should! They are great. Thanks, John! Sheaffer PFM tomorrow morning!

[@zeus52452]

Another nice video Doug! I had been sitting on the fence about getting a 9016, and now I have some incentive to give it a try. I also have a Kaigelu I can swap nibs with. Are you looking for a really nice blue ink? The Goulet Pens exclusive Monteverde Blue Skies is a wonderful looking blue!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Cool! Thanks for the tip. The shipping to Canada is still way too much for a bottle of ink.

[@wjodf8067]

Another well edited great review !! Watched your previous vdeo 9019 got one in fine nib clear with gold trim This pen outperforms any other of my pens. This pen perfect out of box. Everyday carry with that huge ink capacity no worries .. Get the fine nib

[@InkquiringMinds]

Very nice!

[@jkatkat7950]

Huh...need to dig into that 630 more - wonder if it's similar in size to a Sailor Pro Gear...which has been catching my eye but not my wallet!!

[@shamshuddinkamaluddin3330]

Doug, there's another new Jinhao pen. 9013. Saw it on AliExpress 2 days ago

[@InkquiringMinds]

On the way.

[@josephgd272]

Heyy. Talking about Chinese products, I'm looking for an EF nib that I can replace with the nib on my jinhao 100. Do you know any decent and cheap options on Aliexpress? Great Review btw, I love your channel. 🙏

[@InkquiringMinds]

Here is a vendor (there are many) selling nibs for various Jinhao pens. Look for an EF unit that says Jinhao 100. tinyurl.com/yc67m3wn

[@josephgd272]

Thank you very much for the recommendation 🤝🙏 Do you think I can also consider nibs from other Chinese brands that fit the pen? I wonder if a nib from Majohn or Penbbs would fit in my jinhao 100..

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@josephgd272 Yes. The #6 Jinhao nib is very standard in size. Jowo, Bock, Kaigelu all fit but use the Jinhao feed and collar. The Penbbs is slightly smaller but might work.

[@josephgd272]

@@InkquiringMinds Thank you again 🤝

[@totallylegit2068]

the pen with the heartbeat nib is definitely more interesting

[@biggusd534]

Hi Doug, I got one of those "Hand polished" nibs for 2 Hongdians and the nibs are from Lemon. Very wet, size medium but one came with misaligned tines that were so far apart that it wrote as doube broad and was constantly hard starting and skipping. Gotta change that out or try to repair it, just haven't had the time. But once I do I'll check up on your extensive nib replacement/ repair vidoes and get it done. Wish you a great weekend and thank you for your amazing videos!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks for this!

[@Sapta_Chakra]

Nice video as usual. My Jinhao X159 with its #8 fine nib is juicy smooth, one of the best I own. I assumed that all Jinhao current nibs are of that quality. Are Kaigelu #6 nibs smoother than the Jowo ones?

[@InkquiringMinds]

No. I like the Kaigelu Long Knife nibs not the regular ones. The Long Knife nibs, being architects, will have much more feedback than a regular nib.

[@Sapta_Chakra]

@@InkquiringMinds What is the problem with the regular nibs?

[@Overonator]

Does the 9016 have metal on plastic threads? If it does that's a design flaw.

[@InkquiringMinds]

No. They are plastic on plastic.

[@Overonator]

@@InkquiringMinds Good. I hate plastic on metal it always destroys the threads eventually.

[@agustinmarioascanio1260]

Hi Doug, in the latest videos the sound has a lot of bass tone. Another thing, do you have wooden fountain pens? My Jinhao 9016, like it comes walking from China, two months is too long. Saludos

[@ohcan9]

Hey ohh!!!! Jack Hernandez called he wants his 149 back 😊

[@InkquiringMinds]

He CALLED! OMG!!!!

[@konradyearwood5845]

The preponderance of large pens is probably a good thing as more people are living longer and arthritis etc will be more of an issue to a larger number of people and there are very few large diameter ball point pens. I had the misfortune of being rear ended by a van while stationary and my right hand was on the wheel. The impact led to to me getting pins and needles in my fingers after a few minutes of writing and a Sheaffer No Nonsense ball point pen came to my rescue for carbonless paper service reports. The pins and needles effect disappeared after about six months and then another van gave me a repeat dose. That took about nine months to clear up so at even a young age the need for a larger girth pen might be necessary so a company producing large diameter pens is to be welcomed.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Wow! I would quit stopping at stop signs.

[@mollymollie6048]

I can tell you from (bad) experience, that Doug is correct! Use the Jinhao feed and housing. I tried to switch out a replacement nib, and the replacement came with its own feed and housing, so I thought “great, just unscrew this and screw the other one in!” 😣 Well, the other one wouldn’t screw in correctly…and I managed to get it out without ruining it…but when I tried to screw the Jinhao back in with the other nib…it got all stuck…and..don’t use your teeth to try to get it out cause it ruins it. Thankfully, the nib is fine and I switched it into my very pretty Jinhao 100 with pink ice and white ends and it’s great. The Jinhao is all messed up and in the drawer to be used for spare parts. This was my first ever try with nib swapping…and it was a fail! But, we learn from all our mistakes, and so I came back, watched how Doug switched nibs in the 100, and success! Thanks, Doug. Should have watched this and checked how to do it correctly!! In the end, all worked out. I don’t have a 9016 to write with, but it was a good learning experience, and it only cost me $6.

[@InkquiringMinds]

That is a great lesson! Glad it all worked out!

[@mollymollie6048]

@ Thanks for your help!

[@johnpetrucellijr.8167]

Jinhao makes this model as well 9019 with a "heartbeat nib " cool nib slit cut but probably writes like the standard nib.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I mention that in the video.

[@HumbleBearcat]

Very nice review! I was wondering if the Jinhao 82 use the same size nib as the 9016?

[@InkquiringMinds]

No. It is a #5

[@HumbleBearcat]

@@InkquiringMinds I just bought a Jinhao 82, although I like the overall design but the fude nib I got was very scratchy, I wonder if I can swapt the Hongdian #5 nib in it. Thank you for your expertise 😃

[@InkquiringMinds]

@HumbleBearcat Probably, if you use the Jinhao feed and collar.

[@chishiyashun-122]

Thank you so much! Happy inking!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

You are so welcome!

[@Shanghai_Knife_Dude]

I had both 9016 and 9019. Like you said, 9016 is the perfect base for nib swapping fun. 9019, due to its inhuman section diameter, is simply unusable to me, also to most normal human I believe. I just waste a no. 8 heart nib on 9019😢.

[@InkquiringMinds]

It IS a large pen. The 9016 is certainly more in my territory.

[@Shanghai_Knife_Dude]

@@InkquiringMinds so the value of 9019: $5 pen to bust the fantasy over a $2000 pen which is proved to be an awfully ergonomic design. 9019 is a bargain of magnitude.

[@oswjim]

Doug, are you aware if kaigelu make #5 nibs? I've searched in AE for #5 w/o luck ---- only #6

[@InkquiringMinds]

I’ve not seen any

[@TWTourist]

I got a Jinhao 9019 on your recommendation. It my wettest and smoothest writing pen but a bit on the large size for my hand. Base on your recommendation, I think I’ll order the 9016 with a heartbeat fine nib. Thanks you for your reviews and recommendations.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Enjoy!

[@aosmaner]

Would you suggest the heartbeat nib or just the normal?

[@InkquiringMinds]

The heartbeat is cool but it just style.

[@mollymollie6048]

I should have bought 2… My first ever attempt to switch out a nib, and everything went totally wrong…and, let’s just leave my advice of - don’t let frustration overtake you and try to screw/pull out a stuck nib and feed with your teeth (and yes, Mom, I can hear you saying, for the millionth time, “Do you know how much we spent on orthodontia???!!!!??!!!!) So, I have a dead 9016, but it has some spare parts, and I’ll just order another one for 5$ when I get a few other things from Ali Express this weekend. (The next four nib swaps went fine and dandy…well, getting the old ones off and the new ones on and everything in the new pens all cleaned as you instructed, so they’re drying now and haven’t been tested to see if they’ll write! Wish me luck 😁)

[@InkquiringMinds]

Good luck with your other pens!

[@ayda2876]

do you recommend the 9019? Ive bought the JinHao500 im waiting for it to arrive not sure if its good but i saw it and i didnt hesitate it looks great and wasnt expensive

[@InkquiringMinds]

The 9019 is much bigger than the Jinhao 500 but is a nice inexpensive pen with a #8 nib.

[@ayda2876]

@@InkquiringMinds ok thank you, how do it compare in terms of writing experience ? I just received the pen today and i like it a lot looks way better than i expected

[@InkquiringMinds]

I like the 9019 better.

[@tayterlik]

3 turns to uncap... that's the part that I say "thank you, but no". 9019 is acceptable with 2-and-sth turns just because of fantastic heartbeat nib.

[@ambardatta4174]

Does the dadao converters fit in the x 159

[@InkquiringMinds]

No. They don't.

[@ambardatta4174]

@@InkquiringMinds Thank you so much for your response.

[@crouserm]

Damned with faint praise isn't too bad for a super cheap nib that writes. If it developed character over months of use, as my Jinhao No 5 nib has done . . . well, it may be a fluke, or a recommendation. Thanks for the review, and the illustration of nib swapping!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you so much, @crouserm!

[@teresaharris-travelbybooks5564]

I think Jinhao is having inventory issues. I think the demand exceeds their inventory. I waited a month to get the last two I ordered, and I'm still waiting on my 9016. I guess the best thing to do, is order them, proceed to forget about it, and then you'll be surprised when it arrives.

[@InkquiringMinds]

That's my philosophy!

[@willemgroenewegen5934]

As others have already said, a bargain converter! Think I'll leave it for now. The 630 is € 180 at the cheapest at the moment, I could have a Platinum for that money.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you, @willemgroenewegen5934!

[@Shanghai_Knife_Dude]

100% agree, metal section pen no good as an eyedropper, while Bobby is trying to promote his self-claimed-modified-oring-9019 as an eyedropper with a $50 modified flex Jinhao steel nib.

[@InkquiringMinds]

He's a huckster alright!

[@Sapta_Chakra]

Bobby (StPenPPS) is not a good seller? Because I saw a number of models are available with him at a much lower price compared to Esybuy.

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@Sapta_Chakra He's an excellent reliable seller absolutely! I was calling him a huckster because he loves to promote so much! He labels all his stock with the title "St. Penpps" as if he made them when they are obviously Wing Sung or Jinhao or Moonman.

[@Sapta_Chakra]

@@InkquiringMinds okay, got it. Yes I noticed that too. Thank you, Prof.

[@Shanghai_Knife_Dude]

@@Sapta_Chakra Yes, be aware of his false advertisement. you got to prepare yourself be experienced in the field of pens from China, then you will be safe and immune from his "ignorant tricks", e.g. a modified o ring 9019 eyedropper, $50 fex steel Jinhao nibs.

[@whoami5422]

does 9016 converter fit x159?

[@InkquiringMinds]

No it doesn't.

[@susanbennetttellstales7998]

Australia Post recommends packaging that will withstand the item being dropped from a height of one metre. Enough said.

[@aldojacobi6007]

Anything shipping out of China from late January through to late February takes twice/thrice as long. No offense to you but you should've checked the Chinese NY period & allow a week before & a week to 10 days after for delivery. Good pen review, but you're WAY off about the delay in delivery...

[@InkquiringMinds]

Since the pen arrived in Vancouver from China, I’m not sure what you’re on about.

[@aldojacobi6007]

@@InkquiringMinds ? Chinese NY (New Year) effectively 3 -4 week delays on anything shipped around late Jan - late Feb every year.

[@hokeatseng4094]

⭐🤠✍️...... marvelous tq.....from John

[@InkquiringMinds]

Many thanks!

[@sunnycharacter]

I guess basically, the 9016 is just a large capacity converter holder then 🥴

[@ichirofakename]

which is a GOOD THING.

[@johnrdoe108]

It's a great pen to play nib mister with got my extra smooth and wet, great for the newbi.

[@Mikey-ii8ef]

CR Stationary Store is another "never again" Ali seller for me.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Yup.

[@totallylegit2068]

really, i ordered a penbbs 494 and received a majohn s6 in the box of a majohn m2. also they waited until the last possible second to ship it

[@jake407]

It's hard to believe that you can feel ripped off when you pay four or five bucks for a pen. Disappointing? Maybe. Waste of time? Perhaps. But ripped off? You must be raising cattle in your backyard for steak or grow your own mangoes. 😂😂. I subscribe to your channel but with silly remarks like that, well, nah not anymore.

[@InkquiringMinds]

To be fair, I did immediately say "well not a rip-off for five bucks".

[@sushanart]

I really appreciate the heads up on bad (or good) retailers. 👍 Sometimes a lower price can equal a bad package and customer service it seems. My 9019 was not writing any good at first. It felt scratchy on paper and it was like the nib was strangled and ink hardly got through but it's getting better and flows a little better and writing feels softer now. We'll see, I have hope. Is there any good nib I could use on it if it doesn't improve? 😇🩷🙏🙌

[@InkquiringMinds]

Just swap it with a replacement Jinhao #8 unit if it doesn't get better. Have you tried flushing the nib/feed with water and a drop of Dawn (dish soap) and then rinsing it, to improve the ink flow?

[@sushanart]

No, haven't tried that but I will. Can you remove the converter without getting ink everywhere? 🤓

[@InkquiringMinds]

Yes. It unscrews.

[@sushanart]

Thank you! 😇🩷🙏🙌