Top Chinese Fountain Pens Under $5 January 2019

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JPL

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@colinspotswood9893
@colinspotswood9893 4 жыл бұрын
This young man has excellent reviews with top notch sound and lighting, outstanding content and clarity of speech, he’s even Australian with the face of a model! Why so few subscribers?!? I hope it isn’t the fact he reviews mostly cheaper pens....goodness, I’ve been able to build up a collection of beautiful pens for the price of half a Parker Sonnet!
@nanjappa42
@nanjappa42 4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. This man talks sense, without wasting time on opening boxes. Pen is what matters. Some of the 'cheaper' pens he reviews are stunningly good. I am using fountain pens for over 60 years and I know the newer Parkers and Sheaffers and Watermans are not what they used to be. Jinhao is much better than them. My Montblanc has cracked, Sheaffer is not writing. Parker is not consistent. Jinhao 159 is writing without a blemish for the last 5 years! I have other Indian pens -they are inexpensive, not cheap- which have been with me for over 20 years and they still write well! Price is no indication of true quality. High priced pens are a sign of snobbery and conspicuous consumption.
@dibopls4173
@dibopls4173 3 жыл бұрын
Agree on this a lot, his review is just so clear, heaven sent voice and good looking. I hope he won't stop sharing reviews on yt
@afrog2666
@afrog2666 Жыл бұрын
I thought all aussies had the face of a modell xD
@TheGlobal747
@TheGlobal747 Жыл бұрын
​@@nanjappa42 Hey! You commented a long time ago, but I hope you'll be able to tell me which Indian fountain pens your talking about?
@dintoons1
@dintoons1 Жыл бұрын
@@TheGlobal747 Kanwrite and Click make some great pens (love the demonstrators!) with great nibs. Many of these are flex nibs, which perform excellently at a fraction of the cost of other "foreign" brands.
@morna45
@morna45 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for not being a pen snob. Most of my collection is Chinese pens and that's the way my budget rolls. However, I like the Brass Iraurita Octagon Pen a lot, and I think I'll get me one. Also, that Wing Sung 3008 looks like a winner as well. By the way, I've been using a teal color food coloring in some of my pens made by a woman who sells them in 4 oz.quantities, and right now, it's my favorite color ink. Keep on JPL!
@ralfpetitt713
@ralfpetitt713 5 жыл бұрын
Cat McNichol tip: don’t use food coloring in your pen. it will eventually mold and clog up your pen!
@morna45
@morna45 5 жыл бұрын
@@ralfpetitt713 Oh dear, that's not good. Thanks for the tip.
@remiaktheharridan535
@remiaktheharridan535 5 жыл бұрын
​@@ralfpetitt713 Its actually fine if its treated correctly (should be mixed with some mild detergent anyway, for better flow), on its own yeah sure it will mold but only a long time, if it takes you that long to use up 0.8ml of ink maybe you should get real ink instead, it'll last you for years at that rate. But if you use it at alarming rates (0.8ml a day or faster) you should be just fine but you do have to wash the pen more often to be on the safe side. I used normal store-bought food coloring on my Jinhao X750 for almost 3 months until i got my hands on some Shaeffer's Scrip. I may come back to it since the Shaeffer's blue-black is the most "meh" color i've seen in my life, i want some red or green in my life. Food coloring does fade quite a bit though, so i would not use it for something i may want to be able to read 6 months down the road.
@jedimasterham2
@jedimasterham2 4 жыл бұрын
@@morna45 If it's a cheap Chinese pen, then no worries.
@PKEDRM
@PKEDRM 3 жыл бұрын
I only by commercial inks for truly unique colors like Gray bulletproof ink, black inks with different characteristics, and novelty inks like invisible ink. What I do is I take liquid watercolors, that you can find very affordably on Amazon, and use them straight from the bottle or mix the colors I want and add a little glycerin for flow. A little dish detergent will do the same thing if you don't have to have glycerin on hand, but as a crafter I always do. It is so much less expensive! The liquid watercolors I bought on Amazon cost just under $20 for 6, 8 oz bottles. There was a three primary colors and the three secondary colors. My opportunities are endless for the approximate cost of Noodler's Inks - which I happen to love. I bought their Heart of Darkness black which is my go-to black, and I am awaiting a bulletproof Gray and the ghost blue invisible ink that is on the way to me right now as I speak.
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
Been on holiday for the past week with bad internet connection. Can’t respond to any comments till I get back. I’ll make sure to post a writing sample of all the pens when I do.
@fishushu
@fishushu 5 жыл бұрын
Take your time! Enjoy the holidays!
@lez7767
@lez7767 5 жыл бұрын
Are you going to have white bits... 😆
@kjkoolio
@kjkoolio 5 жыл бұрын
I’m gonna need you to come back and make more content. Brian Goulet’s voice is nothing compared to your dulcet tones. Also, please consider making a comeback on Twitter. Please and thank you. Hope your holiday has been lovely. Enjoy it whilst you can! Cheers man! :)
@stargazer1359
@stargazer1359 5 жыл бұрын
Love the style of your content....the close up writing samples...One of my fav channels for all things Fountain pen....And, not overly long and long-winded...But, lots of useful info....
@kurroth
@kurroth 4 жыл бұрын
Watching your review made me order a 3008 and I love it! (It looks slightly different than your model)! It even runs better than my x750 which seems to run wet and also works well with Quink, unlike my x750. The 3008 is now my default everyday writer!
@sdovas
@sdovas 5 жыл бұрын
What amazes me is that just since posting this review the vultures on Amazon have jacked up the price of the Iraurita to over $15US. Thankfully several eBay sellers are still selling at the cheap price you're specifying. Still, must be nice to know that people are paying attention, even if they're Amazon hucksters.
@4kassis
@4kassis 5 жыл бұрын
try Ali Express instead
@1AmGroot
@1AmGroot 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, though $15 for a full brass fountain pen is still a steal
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess 2 жыл бұрын
Why tf would you buy Chinese stuff from Amazon? AliExpress, Shopee, Wish, all of those Chinese sites sell them for cheap straight from China
@jebbylawless
@jebbylawless 2 жыл бұрын
I bought 2 on ebay. Took 2 months but worth it.
@luizcarlospellegrini1751
@luizcarlospellegrini1751 5 жыл бұрын
Very nice video !! Straight to the point and concise, although complete !! Congratulations !!
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
thankyou
@y0girlb405
@y0girlb405 5 жыл бұрын
Home boy , your eyelashes are so beautiful and your penmanship is so beautiful, I’m jealous lol
@g-r-a-e-m-e-
@g-r-a-e-m-e- 5 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your writing, very attractive.
@grandmastersemos84
@grandmastersemos84 5 жыл бұрын
I really like your handwriting
@CarthagoMike
@CarthagoMike 5 жыл бұрын
amazing how good some of these cheap pens can be
@writingonsunshine2322
@writingonsunshine2322 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your informative reviews! You were the first fountain reviewer I ever watched!
@DPPOfficial
@DPPOfficial 5 жыл бұрын
The Moment, when a new nib costs more than the Pen itself! 😂
@RobertoBenedettiunipg
@RobertoBenedettiunipg 5 жыл бұрын
I own a Wing Sung 698, 2 6359, 2 Baoer 388 and both jinhao x750,x450. For me there's an abyss between the WS 698 and all the others, the 698 (as for the 3008 I guess) is just an amazing writer. While the other pens might suffer from quality control (scratchy unaligned easy to bend nibs, poor finishes, easy to scratch body, easy to break converters, loose caps, starting issues) the 698 is just perfect and after 2 whole years of constant use it looks as new... Still astonished by this thing
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess 2 жыл бұрын
You're nitpicking and reaching, none of that is a deal breaker
@kh23797
@kh23797 5 жыл бұрын
I'd add the Baoer 508, available in lovely colourways of lacquer laid on metal ​- a delightful writer, a tad of flex, some heft, pretty whether posted or not. The contoured barrel looks expensive and I dig the grip (but of course, section preference is very personal). Chinese nibs/feeds have vastly improved and my recent buys are mostly metal bodied. They are durable, quick starting, smooth writing and a delight to own. Chinese pens, Chinese food... what's not to like?
@robwembley
@robwembley 2 жыл бұрын
Such a stunning and well presented video. Model Good Looks. Highly Intelligent. You will go far young man !
@iakoli
@iakoli 4 жыл бұрын
I got a bunch of Wing Sung 3008 from China for only 73 pesos each (that's roughly $1.5 each) and free shipping, so I got all the colors. They're surprisingly good. I get to pair them with my favorite colored inks...
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 4 жыл бұрын
yeah the 3008 is easily the best Chinese ben, glad you like them
@Clarachk
@Clarachk 5 жыл бұрын
Great selection! I own more Chinese fountain pens than I imagine is normal. I also love love LOVE the WS3008! Hands down THEE best Chinese fountain pens that I own. I use my 3008’s daily as they never fail me. They put down a nice line, are ground smoothly and never hard start on me. I have sometimes left them for weeks filled with ink and they always write when I put them to paper. The other pens on your list are also lovely writers! Also some of my fave’s in the Chinese pens. Sadly, mine got pushed to the wayside when I bought the WS3008 four pack.... and then a second pack. Only one pen out of eight 3008’s was bad. It has a pinhole leak in the acrylic, right under the silver nib ring by the feed so the ink leaks out between the threads.
@MartaZobeniak
@MartaZobeniak 5 жыл бұрын
Jinhao Shark/Swan has a different ergomomic grip, because it's modeled after the Pilot Plumix, not the Lamy pens.
@oren1419
@oren1419 5 жыл бұрын
Great review, could you please mention in the future the filling mechanisms on the pens you are reviewing and what ink you use.
@randompheidoleminor3011
@randompheidoleminor3011 5 жыл бұрын
He uses _food colouring_ 😂😂
@oren1419
@oren1419 5 жыл бұрын
@@randompheidoleminor3011 well it looks great
@bikkies
@bikkies 4 жыл бұрын
Completely agree on the 3008. It's worth trying to find a 3008A which appears to be cosmetically identical but has a better latch mechanism which lets you lock the piston at various places down the barrel, compared to my 3008 only latching at the top, and being rather fussy about latching at all. Reportedly the A model also corrects some leak conditions present in the original, though I have not experienced those. Both are excellent for their price.
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 4 жыл бұрын
I had a little look at the A model pen and I still prefer the original. The biggest difference to me, apart from the locking mechanism was that they changed the screw in the cap that held the clip and top on, the old ones used to rust like crazy
@HumblyDumbly
@HumblyDumbly 5 жыл бұрын
Great update! I recently got a Jinhao 51A in the brown/black acrylic and the finish is beautiful. I was worried that the barrel would look poorly turned, but it's smooth and shows a lot of depth/chatoyance! Hope you are enjoying your holidays, I love that you take the time to respond to your comments 😊
@HumblyDumbly
@HumblyDumbly 5 жыл бұрын
Also on the topic of metal fountain pens with no clear branding/model name, I just ordered one that is also called "Iraurita" and I was wondering if you've tried it or if it's on your radar. I like the swirl pattern on it and the shiny gunmetal finish, though I know it may be prone to chipping. This is the eBay Canada link: www.ebay.ca/itm/2018-New-High-Quality-Simple-Full-Metal-Iraurita-Business-Fountain-Pen-Fine-Nib/143070587666
@meshzzizk
@meshzzizk 4 жыл бұрын
Shawna Yuan So what did you think of this mystery pen? I’m contemplating ordering one myself.
@dibopls4173
@dibopls4173 3 жыл бұрын
Hello JPL I hope you will review more about your favourite inks! I love your review so much its very clear and unbiased. It helps me a lot to decide buying new stuffs for my fountain pen collection
@KevKevAllen
@KevKevAllen 5 жыл бұрын
What paper were you using here, it was very shiny and seemed to take fountain pen ink very well.
@mehmetmustafa2112
@mehmetmustafa2112 5 жыл бұрын
I don't buy a fountain pen made in China anymore. Because, I bought three Kaco pens (edge, retro, sky) I had problems in three. The company was interested but I didn't want to have problems. So far, I have had no problems with German, Japanese and vintage American fountain pens. Maybe after 3 years, I can seriously think of fountain pens made in China but they are currently producing items with many problems.
@willtato8778
@willtato8778 5 жыл бұрын
I used to be all about that flex. I thought ot would add expression which other pens would not allow. After using a soft nib, the novelty has faded away. While you do get expression, when writing quickly, a little pressure causes almost too much ink on the page (costly if you use iroshizuku), but also if writing fast, the flex can lead to inconsistencies. A little flex is fine, but don't base an everyday daily on whether the nib flexes a lot.
@sgist7824
@sgist7824 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent video thank you so much, I'm new to fountain pens and don't want to spend a fortune! Will search your channel for ink reviews
@CMS_Mail
@CMS_Mail 5 жыл бұрын
The X450 will always be a top 5 FP for me.
@randompheidoleminor3011
@randompheidoleminor3011 5 жыл бұрын
Heavy as hell though, and the durability is quite questionable.
@kenz5469
@kenz5469 5 жыл бұрын
@@randompheidoleminor3011 Just don't post it..
@kenz5469
@kenz5469 5 жыл бұрын
@@randompheidoleminor3011 Metal is more durable than plastic.
@davidmolloy126
@davidmolloy126 3 жыл бұрын
Fabulous review from a new subscriber in England.
@MichaelRpdx
@MichaelRpdx 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you for the lesson in nib sizes. (I'm new to this, so it was a lesson for me.)
@philippegosselin7756
@philippegosselin7756 4 жыл бұрын
It's good that the quality of chinese pens went up. I just hope that it's constant now. Before it was hit or miss. I just wished they would stop copying other pens. The only thing they are not able to copy are extra fine nibs. Chinese extra fine are always hooded.
@tommessig2060
@tommessig2060 5 жыл бұрын
Just got my wing sun 3008, and yeah it's a treat to use. Cost me $2.
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
Certainly a good value pen
@林文光-z1o
@林文光-z1o 5 жыл бұрын
Do u have any idea whats the difference between 3003 and 3008? Is 3008 better?
@tommessig2060
@tommessig2060 5 жыл бұрын
not sure the difference, but all the wing sungs that i've bought are great pens.
@UncleSamsDeplorable
@UncleSamsDeplorable 5 жыл бұрын
I love my jinhao 159
@blue-co7ub
@blue-co7ub 5 жыл бұрын
What ink did you use in the Jinhao 51A? The blue looks very bright and vibrant
@pepega3344
@pepega3344 5 жыл бұрын
He used Robert Oster Australian Sky Blue in the review, so I guess that's the one.
@Gondola_
@Gondola_ 5 жыл бұрын
It's food coloring. Yes.
@anthonymadrid4699
@anthonymadrid4699 5 жыл бұрын
Go to settings (the little gear). Go to "Playback speed" and select 1.75 or 2. You're welcome. My fellow Americans should note everything he's saying about the cost of these pens is in Australian money. $5 Australian is $3.50 US. So all this stuff is even *less* expensive than it sounds. Meanwhile: 0:00 rambling beginning 1:30 ergonomic grip issue-Wing Sung 6359 (aluminum) 2:54 Jinhao Swan ("forgiving") 3:39 Iraurita brass pen ("durable," unbelievable bargain) 5:06 Baoer 388-stainless steel 6:09 Jinhao X750 and X450 . . . #6 nibs and why that matters . . . 8:09 ...Zebra nib installed in a Jinhao... 8:41 Jinhao 51A- hooded, plastic (less flex, more speed) ...looks like a Parker... 10:27 Jinhao 911-hooded, *metal* body 11:20 piston-action Wing Sung 3008, EF nib, his MVP 14:08 outro
@origamiSnow
@origamiSnow 5 жыл бұрын
wonderful work, thank you!
@vwood2
@vwood2 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! An excellent overview of several remarkable deals from Chinese pen manufacturers. Just wanted to add that a Jinhao 51a, with eBay “Bobby”s hand-ground nib, just costs a couple dollars more - it’s a great option for anyone who prefers a wider medium nib.
@getmartincarter
@getmartincarter 2 жыл бұрын
How about describing the feeding system on these pens in your next video ? Do these pens have piston feeds , vacuum feeds , dropper feed or is there an converter and if a converter which converter .
@Boberrosini
@Boberrosini Жыл бұрын
I ordered most of your recommends as I like Chinese pens. It is good to see that somebody young has some other interests than stupi tiktoks :D
@documenter1199
@documenter1199 4 жыл бұрын
lol its funny how the lamy vista is about 10 times more than the wing sung, and yet is of the same quality, or even better
@origamichik3n
@origamichik3n 5 жыл бұрын
I bought Jinhao Swan with two sections, converter and 5 cartridges for less than 2 euros. Even though it was broken in transit (the barrel had multiple cracks at the threaded end and could not be screwed onto the section securely) a bit of glue helped to fix things. EF nib is too scratchy for my liking, but F is a very smooth writer. I really like it and if it cracks again i most likely will buy another one.
@sherinzadakhudukhel6342
@sherinzadakhudukhel6342 5 жыл бұрын
Very nice and interesting comparison in short time. well-done.
@getmartincarter
@getmartincarter 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on the WingSung 3008 piston filler . I assume from this that the rest of the pens reviewed were cartridge pens but which cartridge and would any of them accept a converter and if yes which converter.
@pencilsharpener976
@pencilsharpener976 5 жыл бұрын
Hello I appreciate your content very much and I hope you are having a wonderful day
@Linta_Vlad
@Linta_Vlad 5 жыл бұрын
You are the best
@bentek11
@bentek11 5 жыл бұрын
I have just suscribed to your channel and I think that I'm the subscriber number 5000 hehe
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
thankyou
@loon7181
@loon7181 5 жыл бұрын
Woah, 5k! Congrats!
@Apocalypz
@Apocalypz 5 жыл бұрын
6:21 You and I had a completely different experience with the x450 and x750. The x750 is butter smooth and writes perfectly after 15+ days unused; however, the x450 dried like a mother and couldn't remove the feed even with a knockout block. 🙁 That being said, my favourite of your suggestions has been 3:45 brass every day carry. 😃
@HumblyDumbly
@HumblyDumbly 5 жыл бұрын
Have you tried removing the feed with a rubber grip? I use a thick elastic band that comes with bundles of asparagus
@AscendedOnOsu
@AscendedOnOsu 5 жыл бұрын
Which would you prefer for the better writing experience and convenience (no skips, no railroading, can be used with pressure, etc.) , the Wing Sung 3008, or 6359?
@fabricesimon9706
@fabricesimon9706 5 жыл бұрын
How did you put a flexible nib on your fountain pen?
@iftekhar.ahmad.abdul.qayoo2283
@iftekhar.ahmad.abdul.qayoo2283 2 жыл бұрын
How does ink comes out so nicely with your pens?, Is it because of the ink or the pen?, If it is the ink then please guide me with ink?
@telekarma
@telekarma 5 жыл бұрын
Between the Eco and 3008 with supposedly improved nib (it's gold colored) I like the Eco more for writing but it's really close. Body quality of my 3008 is not great. Plastic has micro scratches everywhere, some paint defects and clip is not straight and you can see and feel where the plastic was joined together. The plunger mechanism is very smooth though. So maybe not the best pen if you care about looks but the writing experience is excellent.
@hrnekbezucha
@hrnekbezucha 5 жыл бұрын
There are moulding seams on my Pilot Metropolitan too, and more noticeable than on the 3008. It's a common issue. JPL's is the blue and gold version, one of the strangest ones. Mine is with blue piston and blue cap and I like it quite a lot.
@iftekhar.ahmad.abdul.qayoo2283
@iftekhar.ahmad.abdul.qayoo2283 2 жыл бұрын
I have noticed that ink flows out amazingly, is it because of the pen or the ink?, If it is the ink then please guide me to it(thick ink)
@smileandlaughs
@smileandlaughs 5 жыл бұрын
I love these top 5 economical pens.
@wiebesz
@wiebesz 5 жыл бұрын
Do you know if there is a Chinese pen that looks like the Diplomat Aero?
@martynevans7585
@martynevans7585 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I’m going to get the Jinhao X750 but with the Zebra G Flex nibs. Are these the ones on Amazon... Zebra Comic G Model Chrom Pen Nib PG-6C-C-K?
@nabyendubasak1527
@nabyendubasak1527 5 жыл бұрын
Can Zebra G nibs be used in Baoer 79 starwalker??
@paulherman5822
@paulherman5822 4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately no. The Baoer 79 is a number 5 nib, and you need a number 6 for the Zebra G.
@mvini_
@mvini_ 5 жыл бұрын
I am looking for a really fine fountain pen for drawing. I bought one from Jinhao EF but I didn't think it was thin enough. Do you know any Chinese fountain pen that are really thin? thank you very much, love your videos!
@westboundpony
@westboundpony 5 жыл бұрын
For thin lines, Japanese pens are what you need. My favorite is the Carbon Platinum pen. 0.25mm is perfect for drawing. You should find it for $10.
@ossummiserorum3203
@ossummiserorum3203 5 жыл бұрын
Not a Chinese pen, but I’ve found the platinum preppy in extra fiNe is extremely fine. Give that one a try
@paulherman5822
@paulherman5822 4 жыл бұрын
Try Yiren. They do a pretty decent writing extra fine pen. In my experience, avoid Hero pens at all cost.
@동글이-t8f
@동글이-t8f 4 жыл бұрын
글씨체가 너무 예쁘네요 :D
@isaacelisaldez131
@isaacelisaldez131 5 жыл бұрын
Good video, man
@jacobhannan6411
@jacobhannan6411 5 жыл бұрын
What paper are you using in this? I love how pure white it is!
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
For the close up I use canon photo paper for a deep saturation
@JavierArellano
@JavierArellano 5 жыл бұрын
Hello! I liked your list. I have some of them but my better nib (smoothest) is in a Jinhao 159. Heavy pen but a lovely nib. Also the Wing Sung 3008 & 3009 are my choice for workhorse pens. The writing samples are made in a rocket notebook or what? That is no paper, right?
@bobthetree5935
@bobthetree5935 5 жыл бұрын
I got a big order of around 15 Chinese fountain pens and the 6359 was by far the worst one. It was straight up broken. the nib would "flex" but not flex back. it would just bend and stay there. and this happened with barely any pressure. The nib said extra fine but it was more like a broad because of how broken it was. I ended up throwing the pen out because it just didn't work. That being said, I was very impressed by the rest of the 14 or so pens I ordered.
@AutumnOnFire
@AutumnOnFire 5 жыл бұрын
What were the other ones?
@acmramon
@acmramon 5 жыл бұрын
i like the jinhao 911 a lot and instead of the baoer 388 which i don t like(nib and cap are awful) i love the Jinhao 601. one of my favourites chinese fpens, better looking that the baoer 388. ty
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
I used to have a 601 before I lost it and never reviewed it. I never liked the grip much but it was a solid pen
@shenlun
@shenlun 5 жыл бұрын
I am too am new to fountain penmanship and I am looking for a few suggests on a pen with the follow criteria: (no particular order): Flexible nib Buttery smooth writing Refillable Could you suggest a few pens in various price brackets that would meet these requests?
@idipbananasintocoffee
@idipbananasintocoffee 5 жыл бұрын
Can we ask for a specific review perhaps? Found an interesting looking metal pocket pen (3 inch it says on ebay listings) and I'd like to hear what you'd say about it!
@joshuacordovez9884
@joshuacordovez9884 5 жыл бұрын
nice now do top 5 wallets because mine just died from hunger
@tpaynemm
@tpaynemm 5 жыл бұрын
3008 FTW -- And beware - some of these ebay links DO NOT ship to the USA (ie Irauita)
@catmanson8937
@catmanson8937 5 жыл бұрын
I completely forget what you say while watching your vids....you should try modeling
@hrnekbezucha
@hrnekbezucha 5 жыл бұрын
Warning about the Wing Sung 6359 - there are cheaper models ($1.5-$2) which are plastic with metalic paint. Plastic feels pretty flimsy and you're better off getting a Jinhao 599 if you're after cheap but decent Safari/Al-star-like that is plastic. Regarding the Baoer 388, it's not exactly a #5 nib. I tried replacing it and found the nib&feed diameter is a bit smaller, rendering it incompatible.
@bobthetree5935
@bobthetree5935 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah I think I got ripped off with that. I got a black 6359 and as soon as I put just a little pressure on the nib it bent and didn't go back. i ended up throwing it out.
@hrnekbezucha
@hrnekbezucha 5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Hope you got a refund
@craighawkins5545
@craighawkins5545 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reviews- very helpful. You've recommended Wing Sung 601 in the past, how does it's nib compare to the Jinhao 911?
@林文光-z1o
@林文光-z1o 5 жыл бұрын
Do you have any idea whats the difference between wingsung 3003 and 3008 and which one is better?
@林文光-z1o
@林文光-z1o 5 жыл бұрын
@@jpl2475 Thx alot, about to buy one
@D4PPZ456
@D4PPZ456 5 жыл бұрын
Someone let me know when there is a better cheap piston pen than the 3008. Want something that locks the piston's rotation so it doesn't leak in my pocket. Also, maybe something that would provide a bit more line variation than that Lamy clone without being excessively wet.
@paulherman5822
@paulherman5822 4 жыл бұрын
They're out there. There are several. One is the bottom end PenBBS one (I forget the model. Maybe 459?), and there's one I only have heard the model of (and it's completely unbranded), I think that it's called a 2006. Look on eBay. Still under $5 US. And they lock.
@lexnight
@lexnight 5 жыл бұрын
I fucking love that brass pen, got it the moment I saw your video on it.
@taylorshephard4905
@taylorshephard4905 5 жыл бұрын
What paper are you writing on? The pens seem super juicy on it.
@HumblyDumbly
@HumblyDumbly 5 жыл бұрын
I believe he uses photo paper for the close up writing samples
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
yep ^
@antonyweaver357
@antonyweaver357 5 жыл бұрын
Great vid, again! What paper are you writing on with the various pens in this particular video? It looks almost too smooth & shiny - almost like plastic or a white board... Keep up the great channel 👍
@scott1957able
@scott1957able 5 жыл бұрын
Another comment reply said he used photo paper.
@antonyweaver357
@antonyweaver357 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that, Scott. It certainly gives great results... 👍
@mikisHaft
@mikisHaft 5 жыл бұрын
Which ink you use?(The black one)
@mohammed._92
@mohammed._92 2 жыл бұрын
please tell me the name of ink you used
@elisabethryder4719
@elisabethryder4719 Жыл бұрын
Might have been food coloring. Works quite well and easy to mix and make your own colors, especially with a bit of white food coloring (that may need some extra drops of water to keep the consistency fluid as the white food coloring has some extra ingredients to thicken it up a bit). Hope that helps. 👍
@dakka7081
@dakka7081 5 жыл бұрын
Any plans for a review of the Pilot Metropolitan/MR?
@sylvieliechtele3928
@sylvieliechtele3928 5 жыл бұрын
Can you write down the different names of the pens, please😊
@jonasdeejee890
@jonasdeejee890 5 жыл бұрын
Do you think the 698 is worth buying when you already have a 3008?
@hrnekbezucha
@hrnekbezucha 5 жыл бұрын
He made a video about it ;)
@jonasdeejee890
@jonasdeejee890 5 жыл бұрын
@@hrnekbezucha yeah in that video he said the 698 is better built and has more line variation but then I read a comment of him saying that he doesn't know he can still recommend the 698 with the cheaper alternatives
@hrnekbezucha
@hrnekbezucha 5 жыл бұрын
@@jonasdeejee890 Alright, I didn't know that. I don't have the 698 so I don't know. Another vid is by chrisrap52. I'm pretty sure he brings up the 3008 in the 698 review.
@tanishkamajumdar6738
@tanishkamajumdar6738 5 жыл бұрын
Ur room is very cute and handsome and you are very organized... ohh sorry i meant the vice versa😋😋
@angelusavila3832
@angelusavila3832 3 жыл бұрын
Come back please!!!!!
@pranavmahadikar2147
@pranavmahadikar2147 5 жыл бұрын
U can also buy Chinese fountain pens from banggood
@geneinpennsylvania
@geneinpennsylvania 5 жыл бұрын
I miss Josh
@JAFFER3657
@JAFFER3657 5 жыл бұрын
Can we use flex nibs for writing in exams or for long writing sessions? They look cool but can they be used as a regular writing pen or they are just for pleasure writing? Here is what I'm saying : If I want to write 10+ pages in a normal 2-3 hours of university exam will it be a good choice to use flex nib (like zebra g) considering long writing session and you have to write fast with it?
@stickmakerman
@stickmakerman 5 жыл бұрын
a zebra g nib is not a good choice at all. unlike fountain pen nibs that are made of stainless steel it's instead made of spring steel that will rust if it is in contact with ink for a prolonged time like leaving it in the pen when it's not in use.
@lexnight
@lexnight 5 жыл бұрын
I find the creaper by noodler a good cheap flex for regular use. The g nib is more for very fine calligraphy - awesome combined in an FP because it solves the issue with dipping constantly, but not common use. The creaper will get you a common use flex for under 20$.
@JAFFER3657
@JAFFER3657 5 жыл бұрын
@@lexnight will it be good for fast writing and long sessions? I never used a flex nib before.
@mocknugget
@mocknugget 5 жыл бұрын
Hello, the only problem you will be facing if your paper is cheap, the ink will bleed. If you want to write fast, I suggest a Noodlers Pen , I dont suggest you to use a zebra g for fast writing sessions since It looks like your new to flex pens or nibs
@mocknugget
@mocknugget 5 жыл бұрын
Syed Jaffer Zaidi Its just like writing with a regular fountain pen so YES
@Lucastrujillo59
@Lucastrujillo59 5 жыл бұрын
great video thank you
@kyokusei
@kyokusei 5 жыл бұрын
I've had my 6359 for over half a year and it's always been a little scratchy and doesn't seem to write as smooth as yours :/
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
that's Chinese QC, though a little micro mesh would solve that
@robloxcoasters8383
@robloxcoasters8383 5 жыл бұрын
What's that ink at 5:40?
@jpl2475
@jpl2475 5 жыл бұрын
Roblox Coasters I’ll check when I get home but I think it’s queen blue food colouring
@ilostmytwsbi7683
@ilostmytwsbi7683 5 жыл бұрын
The finest blue food coloring in Australia
@ilostmytwsbi7683
@ilostmytwsbi7683 5 жыл бұрын
Roblox Coasters Btw wow you make Roblox Coasters AND you like fountain pens 😮
@robloxcoasters8383
@robloxcoasters8383 5 жыл бұрын
@@ilostmytwsbi7683 indeed I do :)
@air_
@air_ 5 жыл бұрын
Roblox Coasters I remember playing ROBLOX. Good times.
@Ranjith_747
@Ranjith_747 5 жыл бұрын
What is the name of flex nib you have used on x450
@baka_geddy
@baka_geddy 5 жыл бұрын
Zebra G
@Mlpape
@Mlpape 3 жыл бұрын
what paper is that
@Mlpape
@Mlpape 3 жыл бұрын
subbeddd ;)
@ifl-_-
@ifl-_- 5 жыл бұрын
but why does the description of your channel say "professional ballpoint reviewer"?
@freetobe3
@freetobe3 5 жыл бұрын
Because he is being funny.
@tommalt2894
@tommalt2894 5 жыл бұрын
What ink do you use in exams?
@johnmcameron1811
@johnmcameron1811 5 жыл бұрын
Great rave, thanks :-)
@4kassis
@4kassis 5 жыл бұрын
could you please post a link to that #6 flex nib you are showing at 8:15 ?
@abdallahabuhmaid6415
@abdallahabuhmaid6415 4 жыл бұрын
4kassis zebra g nib
@4kassis
@4kassis 5 жыл бұрын
What ink are you using in the JInhao ? - 3:33
@bobthetree5935
@bobthetree5935 5 жыл бұрын
No love for the Jinhao 126?
@turtleeatstomato8572
@turtleeatstomato8572 5 жыл бұрын
i actually have this one but it keeps being very inconsistent (the inkflow is terrible) i do really like the design tho. its very classy looking in comparison to other hooded nib the nib is of the metal itself. oh yeah and it actually leaked so i threw it out.
@Sventra
@Sventra 5 жыл бұрын
I don't even know how my wing sung 6359 (EF) writes better than my lamy safari (F), my lamy safari has like shading or something like that, smooth AF but using both Parker quink and Pelikan 4001 brilliant black, I get grayer lines on the safari, anyone knows what could be the case?
@ming19910802
@ming19910802 5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like there is flow issue, try fully flush the pen with warm water with a drop of dish soap.
@MartaZobeniak
@MartaZobeniak 5 жыл бұрын
Lamy pens tend to write pretty dry compared to the Chinese counterparts. Try with a wetter ink.
@wahidaanwar6075
@wahidaanwar6075 4 жыл бұрын
Are these pen refillable?
@lyn1.6
@lyn1.6 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. All of these pens are refillable.
@sbornot2b
@sbornot2b 2 жыл бұрын
I think I got a dud. The piston mechanism sprang right out the back end.
@afrog2666
@afrog2666 Жыл бұрын
Captions be like, Gin Hao 😂
@elisabethryder4719
@elisabethryder4719 Жыл бұрын
I know, right? It just wants to know how you want your gin. 😅 To which I'd say, no thanks, but I'll happily have the pen. 😄
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