Pilot V5 Hi-Techpoint Liquid Ink: An artist review

[@Fricasso79]

These (the disposable versions) used to be my favourite drawing pens as a kid in the 90s. I got some Rotring pens when I was 18 and used those for a few years, but eventually went back to the Pilot V5.

[@stepheninks]

I used to use these all the time when I was a kid too! Way cheaper and longer lasting than Pigma Microns. The fact that they sell one that takes Pilot cartridges/converters is such a bonus! Still works just fine after all these years!

[@dannychen1064]

it's funny that I actually am using this V5 pen lately more than my fountain pens for writing notes! It feels more convenient somehow. I really like this pen and the fact that I can fill it with whatever ink I like in its pilot cartridge. Unfortunately, the tip will not be as durable as a fountain pen nib. With my previous V5, after 4 or 5 times of refilling, I can see the point was a little bent sideway. Enjoyed watching this video, and hope your new store is doing really well!

[@stepheninks]

Thanks for the tip (no pun intended). I haven’t had this pen for long enough for this to happen, but I know it happened to my microns when I used to use them I. High school. I have a set of Rotring technical pens I inherited from my dad that have been around since the 80s… they don’t make them like they used to!

[@dannychen1064]

@@stepheninks durability is the enemy of consumerism! XD

[@mikevandebunt811]

I like rollerball pens. Especially for writing, but I also draw with them on occasion. I ordered a couple of these to try out, since they're so affordable. Thanks for the review!

[@stepheninks]

Hope you enjoy! I’ve had fun with mine!

[@cosmojose5264]

Wow, your review is extremely well done. This video helped much. Liked and subscribed.

[@stepheninks]

Thanks, and welcome to the family! I put out videos less often so that I can focus on quality, so that comment makes me really happy!

[@LordWhatever]

I used to draw with those V5 (the disposable ones) when I was in high School (1986) back then Microns weren't available in my area. Never seen the refillable type so I'll definitely be looking for those since I'm also trying to stay away from plastic disposable pens. Great review 😃👍🏽

[@stepheninks]

The link I have is to the refillable ones. The non-refillable type looks almost exactly the same, so careful where you buy! I’ve enjoyed mine a lot so far.

[@JanvierSoldat]

Ooh. Can KIV once we’ve gone through all our gel pens.

[@stepheninks]

It’s a nice option for that sort of replacement :)

[@eyekzmusic]

I really like all your drawings. So much personality and narrative. Do most fountain pen inks work with this pen? I don’t really know anything about refillable rollerball pens like if some inks don’t work well with their design. Thanks!

[@stepheninks]

I have only had experience using Pilot ink, since the cartridge hasn’t run out yet. I would say that you probably wouldn’t want to use ink with a shimmering agent, because the particles might clog. Other than that, it seems like they could take most fountain pens with little worry.

[@eyekzmusic]

@@stepheninks gotcha. I wonder if platinum carbon black would give it problems being a pigmented ink

[@stepheninks]

@@eyekzmusic that would be the first one I want to check when the ink runs dry finally. I’ll let you know if I do.

[@nocturnal8642]

Iam deciding to change from luxor pilot 0.5 to this pilot v5 because ofcourse these are refilled able and cheap

[@stepheninks]

Hope you enjoy it! Make sure you get the refillable kind, because there are disposable ones that look really similar :)

[@Mayank_Maximum]

Try using the non refillable version of it and try to refill it with other inks, (and why tf this is not waterproof and airplane proof and does not have triangular grip then this would be perfect)

[@stepheninks]

I don’t know if that would work but it sounds like a great idea. Have you ever refilled one of them? I’m guessing Pilot could make a deluxe version of this pen that would do all those things… but then I would just want it to be a fountain pen. I feel like this thing is reeeallly good for its price. I think I prefer round grips, to be honest.

[@greekveteran2715]

Believe it or not, there is a simple and easy trick, where you can create a perfect circle wtih your hands, without using anything else and the circle comes out as precise as if it was made witha compass. You just use your nuckle,pinch the pen with your fingers and turn the paper ,without moving the pen. I didn't expect it to work, but I made 2 perfect circles, the first time I tried it! I made the second, just because I couldn't believe in my own eyes!! My jaw droped and I remember I said, "Who needs a compass??" and l;aughed loud! PS You don't call the best pen in the world "cheap" The common disposable Pilot V5 , pwerforms as good, if not better, to any pen I've ever used. Relible and the msot crazy thing abiout them, is the precision and control you get out of them, because they are lightweight and control at that level, usually comes from much havier and well balanced pens! PS2, I understand why you called it cheap,no hurt feelings! I just wanted to mention these facts, because I'm a huge fun of this pen and the one I 've used the most in my life!

[@stepheninks]

Sorry for the offense. When I say “cheap,” I merely mean inexpensive. This is a fantastic pen, and you’ll get no argument from me about that! I’ve never tried that trick, but it makes sense. Thanks for the tip!

[@DullPoints]

You mentioned that it's about on par with a fine fountain pen in line thickness. Do you mean a Western fine or a Japanese fine?

[@stepheninks]

More like a western ef or a Japanese fine.

[@Rich_wealth_endless]

I am new subscriber but this channel is awsome

[@stepheninks]

You are awesome! Thanks for the support!

[@Rich_wealth_endless]

@@stepheninks thanks

[@gunsmokeandghouls]

Would've never guessed it had a cartridge. Good review, as usual. It seems like it'd be a good pen for sketching away from home and still being able to use a preferred ink instead of taking a fountain pen.

[@stepheninks]

Yeah, it’s been a good knock around pen for me. Something the the vein of fountain pens, but also something I wouldn’t be too put out about if it disappeared.

[@robmc120]

Don't lose hope, another great video Stephen! You're my inspiration to keep drawing to get better & enjoy my FP's more. God is always there for you ("Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6+7)) & you know i'm ready to talk to whenever, praying for God to bless you & your wonderful wife. Good to see another video, don't worry about what others think, do everything to the glory of God!

[@stepheninks]

Appreciate that sir! Glad I could get something out even with all the craziness of life now. Hope you and your wife are also well!

[@gunsmokeandghouls]

I imagine this would be a pen you'd stick to using the same color ink in since there's no real way to flush it out or clean it like a fountain pen for color change?

[@stepheninks]

Maybe, but you might be surprised. I haven’t changed the ink on this pen yet, but my other rollerballs (I have 3) have been changed, and they cleaned out surprisingly well. I’ll bet if you filled the cartridge with waste water and scribbled until it ran clean, that would probably do it. I want to try it as soon ya the ink runs out in my pen.

[@gunsmokeandghouls]

@@stepheninks That makes sense, didn't think of that.

[@HEATHENS5074]

u can actually do that but its a lil tedious

[@lunamoon7096]

I've found that it has almost a pencil like sound,is yours like that too?

[@stepheninks]

Yeah, I think that is because of how fine the point is. My Pilot Kakuno and Platinum 3776 sound and feel very similar to that.

[@farmerfox3332]

Great video...once again intrigued by a none fountain pen:) side note....don't take a plane with your best art supplies in your carry on....they just took my noodlers ink...full 😩......however.....just means i have to buy another bottle 🤗 anyways great vid look forward to the next.

[@stepheninks]

Yeah, I think FAA’s regulation is about 3 ounces, which is roughly the size of a Noodlers ink bottle. Finally you have a reason to use those spare cartridges that come with the pens, right? Haha. Sorry to hear of your loss 😢

[@p.r.s8675]

Is the ink in this pen dye based or pigment based ?

[@stepheninks]

I’m going to say dye based because it’s basically a pilot black ink cartridge, and it isn’t waterproof. I haven’t done this yet, but I am assuming you could get a pilot converter and add a fountain pen friendly pigment based ink (like Platinum Carbon Black) if you wanted to.

[@stepheninks]

Hi! I don’t know if you still follow this thread, but I just refilled this pen with pigment-based ink (Platinum Carbon Black, if you’re curious) and it still flows like a champion!

[@p.r.s8675]

@@stepheninks I do but won't pigmented ink block the fibre feeder rod after a few refills?

[@stepheninks]

@@p.r.s8675 it’s been working fine so far. And I have used this same ink in fountain pens with no issues.

[@p.r.s8675]

@@stepheninks maybe depends on the quality of ink as well. But let's meet here again after you've refilled it 5-7 times. As far as my research goes... I'm sure it won't work

[@craftandartswithprince6973]

Bro you paid for that 5 dollars in India it is less than a dollar

[@stepheninks]

Yep. That how important duties be sometimes.

[@ItsDeivikPlayz]

That pen is always out of stock

[@stepheninks]

Yeah, I know right? The disposable ones are way easier to find. I think this particular model is only sold in Japan, so it has to be imported in order for anyone else to get one.

[@ItsDeivikPlayz]

@@stepheninks did u see the package it says for selling only in India

[@stepheninks]

@@ItsDeivikPlayz When I bought it, it said "shipping from Japan" and it took about 6 weeks to arrive. I don't know if the link that I posted is the best source, but it was the only one I found. You may have to dig around the internet to find it. I wish I had a more reliable link to share, but I don't.