The New Delta DV

A look at the first pen from the revived Delta...the DV
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[@jonrutherford6852]

I'm happy to see revival of this much-loved brand. And to have your, as always, excellent review of this pen. Made me get out my own Dolce Vita and ink it up!

[@user-gl5ld9vm7i]

Thanks David . Another outstanding review. This Delta in medium is very good looking.

[@radiofreealbemuth]

I love that they offer a cartridge converter version with the thick grip section. That's a very rare combo. The vast majority of pens with a thick grip are pistons, which I don't like, because they're inconvenient to clean. With that said, I'm waiting for them to retro the Oversize version with number 8 nib. More colors would be welcome, like your all orange one. I've also seen vintage white and red versions that look nice, as well.

[@Hisvinceness]

I picked this up in DC just before attending your presentation, and I couldn't be happier with it.

[@FigbootonPens]

Thanks for attending...hope it was entertaining!

[@Hisvinceness]

@@FigbootonPens it certainly was!

[@aresaurelian]

Do not sorrow over an imperfection, because when they fix that your treasure will be unique. (I do believe these first batches of 'new' pens comes from their old treasure trove.)

[@duc_le_photography]

Great review - thank you. I have the Delta Colosseum, purchased in 1996. It's the OG of this entire series:)

[@dancinswords]

I'm very surprised to be in possession of the writing sample from this video! Thanks for writing back, I wasn't expecting anything when I wrote in for the Tamitio giveaway

[@uqox]

Yes!!! Delta is back. My very favorite pen maker and my most expensive pen. Thank you for your review! (I own a 2004, Delta 365, in white with an 18K nib. Love this pen.

[@ironmic9244]

Yeah it's nice having them back, but they are using Jowo nibs now, not Bock.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@ironmic9244..You beat me again, bud! So yea, you already know that I share your preference for the older Bock nibs than Jowo. If they still used Bock, I’d maybe consider buying one of the new pens today.

[@steventrosiek2623]

Bock nibs are better.

[@fossilimprint2954]

Thank you for this review, I did not know Delta was back.

[@steventrosiek2623]

Lovely pen. Looks like a great writer. Thanks for a fantastic review.

[@NauzerMistry]

Hi David! Thank you for the time and care you take with all the reviews. One suggestion: when showing the dimensions of the pen please increase the time (by 2 or 3 seconds) the length specifications plays. The weight display's time is fine but there is more information on the length one and I find it hard to get through it all before the video moves on to the next portion. I fully realize that since this is on KZbin I can easily pause the display or rewind. This is not a criticism nor is it intended to be offensive in any way. It's just my personal opinion and I hope you're ok with it. Have a great day and I look forward to your next review!

[@mhussey]

Thanks for this wonderful review. Kind regards.

[@philnaunton7181]

Nice to see a classic design return. Quite handsome. Great review comparative of old and new, by the way. A tad above my casual price range. Maybe for the holidays. (:

[@gregg5782]

I bought a very early offered one of these "revival" pens from Atlas Stationers at least a couple months ago. Mine says DOLCEVITA, mid-size, on the back of the cap (not DV) and the # before the "Italy" above the band is actually higher than on yours (by a lot: 36817 to your 0367), the 925 on the silver is right side up, and the brushing on the cap medallion is aligned straight with the logo. Not sure what that all means, if anything, but all the differences seem for the better. Might mine actually be new old stock?

[@paulmchugh1430]

Classic pen from Delta. I may be on the minority but I do not like the black and orange. Other than that it is a nice pen. The 39+1 model is gorgeous. Great review, David.

[@jadefae]

I always like imagining what kind of person would use each pen you review.

[@mrcat3493]

David, did you ever review the Maiora Origine? I thought Maiora was founded by ex Delta people. I'd be curious to see a side-by-side comparison of the two. I have both Delta and Maiora and they are are almost twins.

[@FigbootonPens]

I reviewed the Alpha

[@mattkalk9365]

What would you name your own pen company?

[@JannyHaak]

I'm not a fan of the black and orange, so this one is not for me. But I did enjoy the review, thanks! 😊

[@teresaharris-travelbybooks5564]

I don't like the black and orange colorway and I don't understand the price .

[@soxandbears]

colorway aside, delta was revived by yafa brands. they own quite a few brands with prices all over the place so it might be just playing into the hype of reviving a dead company

[@FigbootonPens]

@@soxandbears It is my understanding they are not part of the revival...other than being the US distributor. I believe It is owned by Maiora.

[@soxandbears]

@@FigbootonPens Ah, so yafa is the distributor, not the owner. I heard it wrong on another review

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@soxandbears ..Heaven forbid that a lousy entity like Yafa actually own Delta. That would be the kiss of certain death for the brand and the pens it spawned.

[@ironmic9244]

@@soxandbears Marino secured the rights again and Delta was purchased under Maiora.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

The older Deltas were undeniably a lot nicer (design aesthetics, certainly) and just much better pens all round. I have three of them. I especially like my Delta Fusion 82 with that gimmicky (gold over steel) but superb nib. Delta’s comeback is very welcome. Alas, the use of standard, generic Jowo nibs is an instant and absolute kill-joy. It means I won’t be buying any of the new, comeback’ models today. edit: this pens’s price is also a little off. But then, David, is there really any pen you review that you feel the price is not justified? I haven’t seen one yet. 🙂

[@Jessjoe1956]

I suppose all the prices are justified when you receive them free of charge.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@Jessjoe1956 ..Ha, how very true. I agree to the tee.

[@jacobus57]

Agree. I enjoy David's reviews--usually--but am often perplexed by how he will softball objective flaws and justify whacky prices.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@jacobus57 ..Correct! Glossing over flaws and glibly justifying any price, however outlandish, has become his signature style, really. And I never quite liked the reading off of a teleprompter either.

[@ironmic9244]

Hello Friend. How are you?