Thank you for mentioning the Sheaffer Triumph nib! It's the first thing I thought of when the Monoc was announced but I haven't seen anyone acknowledge the similarities. I love those old nibs from a design standpoint & it's awesome to see a modern take on them that's so exceptionally well designed.
@13noman1 Жыл бұрын
Indeed! I picked up a Triumph in my earlier FP days and was thrilled with the nib design and function, the snorkel filling system (engineering) -- but not the repair/maintenance as much! I really like the unique work and passion Ian Schon puts into his work though my budget has trouble stretching so far. I have one Pocket Six that I dearly love and I've repeatedly looked at other pens of his (eg, Ultem!) but I end up getting budget friendlier but still top quality alternatives like Gravitas Big Dropper.
@Sonicman415 Жыл бұрын
I love that Shaffer model.. the Monoc does remind me of it, and the Monoc takes it to another level.
@marilyngardner4269 Жыл бұрын
Thanks to you for the review, and to Ian Schon for his innovation, obsessive attention to detail, and overall brilliance. Whether someone likes the idea of this nib or not, you know you are in good hands with Ian Schon every time. He's worked on this for years and it shows.
@anotherdaveiknow Жыл бұрын
Very cool. I'm glad to see that even with something that's considered "old-fashioned", there's still innovation going on. Thank you for sharing this with the community.
@Sonicman415 Жыл бұрын
This is so cutting edge. I love how Ian worked the ink flow situation to be so consistent, and how the nib is machined from one solid piece of titanium. It’s a design innovation, and the aesthetic is above and beyond. I ordered one at the California Pen show in Los Angeles. It will come in March. 😁😁😁Great vid. Thank you.
@ruthfeiertag Жыл бұрын
Ian *is* awesome. His pens are beautiful and work excellently well and he's just a lovely human being to boot. These nibs are fascinating, but I would definitely prefer to try one before buying. I think I'd rather spend that money on just getting more of Ian's pens. I'll be more tempted when there are finer variations on the nib.
@loganplatvoet2394 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review - I wholeheartedly agree. I got one of these as well, and it is a great nib. I also found it does reverse writing well if you want a finer line - I saw no issues, and it writes just as consistently for me both ways. This is an amazing product.
@Sonicman415 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely right.
@mahdigharavi8425 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! I agree with you on how cool it is. Also, you answered my questions perfectly. And this isn't a nib for me. That said, I enjoyed this fascinating review, and I'm still thinking about what my first Schon DSGN pen will be.
@Richard_Barnes Жыл бұрын
Bit of a short ink name innit? 😉😆 He's made a phenomenal nib there with the monoc. Once day i'm having one on the ultem pen. Awesome stuff Azizah, thanks for the superb writing as usual 👍🏻
@jasonbishop1069 Жыл бұрын
I just ordered a monoc with the standard pen. I have a pocket 6 in copper already and really regret not ordering an ultem with the monoc. I just couldn't afford it in the end. The monoc pushed my budget enough already. Can't wait to get this. It shipped the next day after putting the order in.
@namaynahre Жыл бұрын
You're right, it's hard not to get excited. Great design, very attractive. The kind that one would definitely want to have and try. Congrats to Schondsgn. 👏👏
@rds46297 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. As someone who loves flex nibs and 1.9mm music nibs and OBB nibs, this nib just isn't for me. But I'm happy for Schon's success and that this may be a great nib for many people.
@fossilimprint2954 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review, I have been waiting for a review of the Monoc nib. Big congrats to Schon Dsgn for making their own nib, not many companies have their own inhouse nib, and this is a completely different nib. Exciting!
@inkcrediblefountainpens Жыл бұрын
The nib looks awesome. I was waiting a review and you didn't fail! Thanks!
@nlamproplos Жыл бұрын
I have been so impatient to see a review of this nib! Thanks for your thoroughness!
@bootsandberry Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review, didn't know about the cleaning part and I will save up for this one. I've always wanted to get a Schon design, but now I have a reason why! Thanks again!
@dennisdelgado73509 ай бұрын
Love this nib! You’re spot-on with all your comments!
@rootypoots Жыл бұрын
Ahhh I’ve been waiting for a review of this nib for ages! Thanks for this-excited to get one myself someday soon-ish!
@geckonia Жыл бұрын
I wonder if I would like a firm nib like this... probably yes now that I've seen your enthusiastic review. Thank you :)
@lionping3112 Жыл бұрын
thank you so much forr showing this pen; I gues, I have to get one, too!
@markmessore5648 Жыл бұрын
My natural smoltem is out for delivery today and I’m super excited! I was sorely tempted buy the Monoc nib but didn’t pull the trigger due to budgetary constraints. I, like you, find the Monoc fascinating, definitely on my to do list🤤Thank you for sharing your as always considerate impressions!
@carlosagaton4945 Жыл бұрын
what a lovely design. you made this particular nib more admirable to me now that i have heard some of its intricacies. subscribing lol
@oldladywcamera11 ай бұрын
Thank you, Azizah. Am curious as to whether you still have the Shon pens. I almost bought a pocket one at the SF Pen Show.
@gourmetpens11 ай бұрын
Yes I do! And I have added more to the pile :D I absolutely love them and am obsessed with the Monoc nibs!
@oldladywcamera11 ай бұрын
@GourmetPens Great to know. I will start saving up for one. Unlike uou and Candace, I'm trying to have one (high end) pen from each company. : ) Have several Kakunos and Watermans. And Jinhaos. And.... Thank you. Looking forward to the next podcast. Have been listening to them multiple times, but that's good because I miss stuff.
@paulmchugh1430 Жыл бұрын
I guess I should have pre-ordered the nib. I thought I could just buy one there. I like the syringe a lot. Great review, Aziza.
@pizzaduke188 Жыл бұрын
I’m loving the Monoc and the pen it came with. I’d like a fine line version. I also love my pocket six. Ultem Natural is my fave pen of Ian’s. Can you compare eye dropper to converter with Monoc since you have two? 🥰 Thanks for recording the great review.
@clarkhiggins6095 Жыл бұрын
This was a great video this one made me subscribe even though I’ve been watching for a while. Thank you God bless
@oscar33212 Жыл бұрын
During your "seven wildly fruit flies" writing, it looked like the line of text was drying out the further you wrote along the line. While the nib looks interesting, this would be a show-stopper for me. Can you comment on this impression?
@eileengoldenberg270 Жыл бұрын
I will try one at the SFpenshow!
@pizzaduke188 Жыл бұрын
I have one if you can’t wait that long, Eileen. Happy to meet you at Arch. You’ll want to check it out 👏🏼
@kirkwilson6229 Жыл бұрын
Sheaffer Triumph vibes. I like that nib.
@jamesfahey7188 Жыл бұрын
Great review. So interesting!
@Zone-xo1qf11 ай бұрын
Do you think no tipping material is a problem when titanium is not a hard material that's good for longevity? I might develop a flat spot over time?
@mariatriesart8389 Жыл бұрын
Which Sheaffer pen has a similar nib? I saw you pull one out of a pen holder. I adore Sheaffer pens, my first fountain prn I got at 16 yrs. of age, a Targa 1032 Tortoise Lacque. I just remembered, its the Sheaffer Triumph that you you own. What is thd best one to get? Where do you recommend I purchase such a pen from?
@jamrozikkuba Жыл бұрын
I was waiting for your opinion about this nib.
@korax67 Жыл бұрын
Thr nib housing is threaded for Jowo or Bock ? Or both so we can choose ? OK just checked their site, it is threaded for Jowo #6.
@ichirofakename7 ай бұрын
The $400 question is: in terms of performance and results, this nib is different and/or better than other nibs in what ways? 1. More consistent.
@FrauStaenki Жыл бұрын
So, are you saying that it is a rollerball with the prize of a number 8+ titanium nib??
@Dosbomber Жыл бұрын
A lot of coughing.. hope you're feeling better soon.
@ArjanD78 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Aziza for the review So the nib and feed don't come apart? You know, to clean that ink out of the nooks and crannies (did I spell this right?). Greetings from The Netherlands
@francisfaustino Жыл бұрын
Hello, how does the line width compare to the Namiki medium nibs?
@richardc6932 Жыл бұрын
Is this nib worth $400 US ($520 Cdn.) plus taxes and shipping? A rainbow that you can hardly see. I have the old Shaeffer and love the nib which I was able to acquire for under $100.00. Looks like the ink might also be called Diamine Prussian Blue! My favourite ink.
@williamneal90762 ай бұрын
Cool nib terrible pen. I need a pocket clip. What other pens will this nib work with?
@willyum3557 Жыл бұрын
It poses but doesn't look right
@Nando_Hennessy Жыл бұрын
I was not ready for the price tag 🙈
@jes6628 Жыл бұрын
I want to buy ultem pen from these guys but I just can't get behind the really overt branding
@eminienina3256 Жыл бұрын
$400??? Compared to Pilot 823, Lamy 2000, Leonardo MMZ w/14k nib etc no its way too expensive.
@jamespicht1128 Жыл бұрын
Too expensive for what? I have pens across a wide range of prices. If I just wanted something that writes well, I'd use Pilot gel pens. If I just wanted a fountain pen that writes well, I'd stick with a Pilot Metropolitan for about $20. At over $500, a Leonardo MMZ (14K nib) is way too expensive. Break down a MB 149 and you're left with a few dollars worth of resin and about $50 worth of gold; the MMZ and Lamy nibs contain maybe $20-30 worth of gold. So what are we comparing here? The scrap value of the pens? The writing quality? The value of having something unusual and interesting? Hard to say. We're all different, with different interests and wants in fountain pens. The cost of making that Monoc nib is considerably more than the value of the titanium, just as the cost of a Leonardo involves much more than the price of its resin and the gold in its nib. That said, I'm not convinced I actually want a Monoc nib until it goes in a pen that I like more and comes in a fine or italic grind. It's too expensive because it doesn't meet my wants, not because of how it compares in price to a Lamy 2000, a pen I strongly dislike and wouldn't buy for $100, let alone $200.
@Forbesy111 ай бұрын
I guess I am failing to hear the part about this new titanium nib that makes it better in any way than our standard nibs we've been making for over 100 years. Sure it looks fancy and titanium is a cool word, but it seems like the whole marketing tactic to this company is based on hot keywords that will attract people. Seems a little scary and fishy to me especially for the price. You just keep saying it's amazing and wow and oh my gosh it's incredible, but not actually saying what's different or better about it.
@ichirofakename7 ай бұрын
Exactly. No one on KZbin can express in terms of either feel, performance, or results, what makes this thing special. Himself told me you have to try it to understand. I'm gonna take my $400 and buy half a KoP instead.