Intro to TWSBI Fountain Pens: TWSBI Models and How They're Different!

[@gcvrsa]

One of my ECOs, I think I left it inked and unused for about 2 years during the pandemic, and only recently took it out. It had been full of Sailor Sakura Mori ink, but the water had almost completely evaporated. No worries, there was still concentrated liquid ink in the barrel, so I just pointed it up, ejected the air, then put it in a glass of clean water and sucked water into it. Instant rejuvenation!

[@Yoseka]

Wow! Don't you just love that about TWSBIs? They are so resilient! Thanks for commenting Gemma :)

[@yswah1617]

Was contemplating which brand to purchase as my first fountain pen and came across this video. Love the detailed pen descriptions and history of the brand. So when I visited my local pen shop yesterday, there was no doubt in my mind TWSBI was the one for me. Am now writing with a Diamond 580 AL R nickel grey. Absolutely love the design and smoothness of the nib!

[@Yoseka]

So glad we could help you make your decision!! Happy that you are the owner of a TWSBI now :)

[@yuklimka7251]

Great brand intro! Someone commented once that TWSBI could also mean Taiwan's pen. I'm looking forward to other Taiwanese brand deep dives.Opus 88, Penlux, Laban, Tenny, Mr Cypress are just some that readily come to mind and are deserving of more love and attention.

[@theartesana]

Would love a video about Yoseka’s history, meaning, logo, etc…❣️✨

[@arashihihi]

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[@raeedibnzaman1]

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[@Kmaczzz]

Thank you for an excellent video. It was very informative and well presented. I’ve ordered an Eco. I will certainly be keeping an eye on your channel and I wish you both the best of luck.

[@evayaaasantewaa448]

This was terrific! Thanks! Can't wait to visit your store!🙂

[@williamkea1461]

The best overview I have ever seen on fountain pens

[@remyvegamedia]

This video was super interesting. I've been overwhelmed by options haha. I knew I wanted a piston fountain pen when I discovered them. This was a great help. Thanks!

[@RG-yf3uj]

Absolutely love this TWSBI 101/history!! Even to their name! So interesting & great video! Been wishing for a cobalt glass blue one for awhile.

[@beepmeepful]

Thank you so much for this helpful video! I really enjoyed learning more about TWSBI’s pens and a bit about the company too. I’ve been really enjoying the style of Yoseka’s videos: fun, friendly, informative, with lots of enthusiasm! Looking forward to the line comparison vid!

[@netpunk5890]

I got my first TWSBI Eco about a month ago, and immediately ordered another one. I want to try a new model now, and when I do I will make my purchase from your store, thank you so much for all this info!

[@neredbaran]

Loved all the information and insight in this video - thank you! I have a TWSBI Diamond Mini EF and love it - you’re absolutely correct, a solid writer every time I pick it up which is why I use it to journal every day. 💗

[@travis9612]

I was just searching around The Goulet Pen Company and stumbled upon TWSBI. I used to be into fountain pens 8 years ago and lost touch since I kept loosing them, ie the Pilot Metropolitan and the Lamy Safari. I've yet to hear about TWSBI. I saw your video and was like I need an indepth video with all the models lined up. You guys nailed it! Thank you!

[@karendavidson6580]

Perfect video for me. I'd been wondering about TWSBI, but started my fountain pen journey with the Pilot kakuno. I very much appreciate your informative videos and each of you are a delight.

[@jennifersakai5826]

I love the TWSBI history.. and you are so right… my TWSBI has been inked for months and it hasn’t dried out compared to my other fountain pens

[@samyg123]

Nice overview! The only product that wasn't covered is the TWSBI Classic. Not necessarily a big seller, but still part of their regular lineup.

[@mariat9810]

800th like yesss! I love TWSBI Diamond 580s...! Even with my more expensive pens, I find myself reaching for TWSBI most of the time. So easy and good to write with! Plus, so much ink!

[@staceyyamada8072]

TWSBI is my fav fountain pen company! It also was the company that got me into fountain pens too. I was gifted an ECO, but it took me over a year till I started to use it. My fav TWSBI is the Vac700R Iris. The Vac Mini became my fav pen to carry around since the ink capacity cannot be beat for a pocket pen. TWSBI pens are certainly the bulk of my fountain pen collection. TWSBI ♥️

[@Yoseka]

TWSBI ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️!!

[@Bella-vc9sr]

Just got my first TWSBI in the mail yesterday so the timing of this video feels perfectly magical! I got the Eco Rose Gold and I debated the extra cost for the rose gold edition, but so glad I got it! What a delightful and beautiful tool that never fails to put a smile to my face and makes my heart fill with pride and joy to own and use! Writes so reliably too!

[@mysimpleintentionallife9899]

Just made a trip out to Brooklyn for the first time to visit your store. It was lovely and I purchased my first Twsbi diamond 580 in the gorgeous Iris rainbow color. I was so focused on trying all the pens, that I ran out of time before exploring the rest of the store lol. Can’t wait to go back another time.

[@Yoseka]

Thank you so much for coming! Hope you are loving writing with your TWSBI!

[@ildaenoch8629]

I love my TWSBI 🥰 I own the Eco I’m new to fountain pens about a year I definitely will get another Twisbi . Thank you for your great videos

[@dianewalker9154]

TWSBI and Kaweco are my two Go-to pens and the two brands I tend to collect.

[@lizpilgrim1]

I have one the Diamond 580 ALR in Prussian Blue nib. Love it!

[@scottnorvell2955]

Great review! I’m so hooked on TWSBI and ready to order several. This was a huge help. Thank you

[@fossilimprint2954]

Glad I ran into your channel, thank you for the introduction to TWSBI. Subscribed !

[@georgannelopez9494]

The world of fountain pens is totally foreign to me….my only experience is with blue ink cartridge pens we used in Catholic grammar school…..I recall that my fingers were often stained with the ink….I think the nuns were happy that we started to use ballpoint pens!!!! How far we have come. Fascinating and very enjoyable educational video!

[@ladyamalthea85]

I'm thinking about a Diamond 580 so I really enjoyed this.

[@Soyokaze404-yc1dt]

Thanks for giving TWSBI some love! I feel they still get a bad rep even now due to the cracking that used to happen back in the day. In reality, I suspect a lot of the damage these days comes from poor handling and over-tightening. I was living in China for 6 years and man, the fountain pen culture out there is incredible. Then I branched out to Japanese brands, and eventually certain western brands. I still carry my eco with me wherever I go, 3 years and running. Not a single crack! great video guys. subbed.

[@Yoseka]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Glad to hear that you've been using your ECO for so many years. We are getting up there in years with ours as well and some of our testers in store get written with and opened/closed so many times everyday and they are still standing :)

[@eno88]

My first TWSBI is a gifted Vac700R. I love it to death. The next model on my shopping list is the Smoke Rose Gold II

[@ProducerBoy650]

So glad I found this video. What a great overview of the TWSBI line! I thought I knew it all, but I learned quite a bit. Thank you!

[@eggscuseme]

this is the most helpful/comprehensive video i'ved watched on twsbi!! thank you!!

[@eggscuseme]

i own an eco-t and didnt know the difference between eco and eco-t until your video! going to watch your nib & line comparison video later as i think i'll be placing an order of the vacuum 700r pen on your website soon!

[@phillipbuscemi4177]

Thank You very informative and interesting to watch! Twsbi is a great well made affordable pen. A pleasure to use and very reliable as well. The 700r, the eco, the 580, the 580 alr, the classic, the swipe are all in my collection. All are enjoyed completely and satisfying to use! The nibs are all very smooth and write first time all the time! Another bonus they all share. Very comfortable in hand, longer writing sessions are pleasant 😊. If I had to choose just one model in the Twsbi lineup it would be the 580's. Love the size, well balanced and proportioned. The #5 nib writes perfectly for me and the overall look with the faceted barrel and the feel is just a luxurious feel in every way at a very attractive and affordable price!! Thanks 😊

[@Yoseka]

Thank you for watching and leaving a comment Phillip! Totally agree and good point about the first write. So true. My TWSBIs never hard start!

[@saikatnextd]

what will you prefer between RBT580 and swipe ?? I have a TWISBI Eco and I love it

[@phillipbuscemi4177]

@@saikatnextd HI! In my opinion, the Twsbi 580 is more similar to the Eco in the fact it is a piston filler as your Eco. The Swipe is a cartridge or a converter fill. They both are great pens to use, the 580 series is a better overall feel in hand in my opinion. Also the 580 is more costly as well. The Swipe is a slightly lighter weight pen. They both have a good ink capacity with the 580 holding more ink, but the swipe is very good also. ""I would choose the Twsbi 580 type if I had to only own one"". You could buy two Swipe pens for about the price of one 580, and have two nib sizes.

[@phillipbuscemi4177]

@@saikatnextd 🙂🙂 I belive both pens are very good pens as your Eco!!and if you choose one over the other you will be happy

[@saikatnextd]

@@phillipbuscemi4177 thank you so much

[@karenbigwood1517]

Great video! I enjoyed the knowledge sharing. I love my TWSBI ECO fountain pens. They are so great to write with. I see a mini is in my future! Have an awesome day!

[@HandmadebyLorelei]

Great intro video!! I have a few TWSBIs currently and have had a few others that I have let go of... currently I have the ECO in Jade, and the TWSBI Diamond Mini in Mint- which I believe is the BEST TWSBI pen I've ever had. I dont know why that is, but I feel like the nib on that one writes the smoothest. I also have the GO which I really enjoy as well! I wish they would come out with a double broad nib. I would love to see a video of Daisy's (and the staff even) personal fountain pen collection!!

[@fairgreen00]

After watching this video and the nib comparison video, I really want the #5 in EF, F, M, and Broad. Thank you so much for doing these videos! So helpful for newbie like me!

[@13eugubino459]

As an artist and draughtsman I have used different makes of fountain pens, but over time they dry out or block . TWISBI pens especially the screw cap products ,starting with the ECO have a lesser tendency to dry out is something really useful to know ,especially in dryer climates

[@Yoseka]

So true! Part of why we love TWSBIs :)

[@eileengoldenberg270]

Wow that was a lot of information. Whew, great job Daisy! I have a Go, EF!

[@jcortese3300]

Wish I'd heard about the shut-off valve on the vac pens before buying a Diamond 580. A flight-safe fountain pen is a fantastic idea. I'm resigned to flying with a dip pen and a travel watercolor set!

[@johngrubb007]

It was great to see that you had the replacement nibs for the Diamond 580 in stock. I had to order a couple of them.

[@dyloak6450]

I used to think 580 was aight then I saw someone else with it and I was like WOAH, that looks nice!!!

[@leejournals]

Thank you so much for this video!! ❤️ I just ordered my first TWSBI, a Diamond 580

[@Yoseka]

Thank you for watching! Hope you love it!

[@jannahlyon]

Such a thorough and informative video, thank you so much!

[@marisalosardo3480]

I am new to your channel and loooove this video. You are so knowledgeable of all the pens. Thank you for your in-depth explanations!

[@kathycullenstern9652]

My TWSBI's are my favorite pens. My first pen in 2016 was a TWSBI mini.

[@VinettaAmbrose]

You make me want to have the whole collection✌🏽

[@gcvrsa]

The best thing that happened to fountain pens was the TWSBI ECO. It's gorgeous, works like a charm, easily serviceable, priced inexpensively, and comes in lots of colors. The only downside to them is that only three of the colors are always produced, the clear, black, and white. All the other colors are limited runs, and once they are gone, they are gone. That's great for TWSBI, but not so great for customers, so if you see a color you like, don't wait too long. I got my first ECO in 2017, and I loved it so much, I don't even use my expensive pens, anymore. Now I own I think 7 ECOs/ECO-Ts, and plan to buy more.

[@macdmg]

TWSBI Micarta that's discontinued was the first cartridge converter they made and came with a notebook as the box. Notebook was great and so sad it's not made any more too.

[@saikatnextd]

Very nice video!! Thanks a lot for making it up, what will you prefer between RBT580 and swipe ?? I have a TWISBI Eco and I love it

[@maxheadroom7687]

Really helpful video, bought a couple of TWSBI Eco’s some time ago and love them! I Know a lot more about their range now so thanks for that. Their nib sizes seem a little large compared to others as regards line width?😘

[@MarcellHobbs]

I love my eco, eco-t, Go, Diamond 580 and mini, 580 ALR, in rose gold smoke and white, punch pink, coral, and white with EF, F, M, and 1.1 Stub nib. Next to my two Pilot Vanishing Point pens, TWSBI is my favorite (still growing) collection, adding another smoke rose gold and Prussian blue 580 ALR this week. I have several Lamy pens that I seldom use any longer. Thanks for the info. I was planning to switch out my rose gold nib between my Smoke Rose Gold Eco and Diamond 580. Thanks to your video, I realize I will not try it. Would it be possible to get a replacement nib feed for the eco? I cannot find a replacement rose gold nib, but just need the nib feed, not the whole unit.

[@SilverSeaOT7]

Which Twsbi do you think is most comfortable? I got a gift card and want to get either the Twsbi Diamond or the Mini. I have a couple Eco pens and don’t want to write with anything else now. They are the first fountain pens I got that I could write several pages without hand pain or cramps. (I enjoy your channel!)

[@MarcellHobbs]

@@SilverSeaOT7 I was writing with my TWSBI Eco yesterday and this morning. Love the experience. I love the mini, but if I had to choose just one, personally I would choose the Diamond 580. It is a comfortable weight, gorgeous design, and large ink capacity. The only plus the mini has is that you can screw the cap on for posting. The full size Diamond 580 does not screw on for posting which means you may accidentally turn piston if you post. If you choose not to post this wouldn’t be an issue. The last consideration would be length. Do you prefer full size pens? Have you experienced or have the need for pocket pens! I could make a video explaining the details of your concerns if it would be timely to your purchase decision. I do hope this information helps. Thanks for watching! 🖋❤️

[@dustdaughter]

TWSBI’s are great pens. Thanks for the video!

[@nunodias757]

I have a 580 alta navy blue with fine nib and I use it more than my Lamy 2000. Two great pens...

[@WonderfulHayden]

I love, love the TWSBI Diamond Mini! Such an excellent writer, super portable, and so cute! Worth every penny.

[@sajjadhusain4146]

Absolutely agree. The Diamond Mini is the best Twsbi pen I’ve seen and used, and the only one I cared to keep in my collection.

[@lizdelisle1912]

I just got my Diamond mini and it’s a lot smaller than I expected, so I’m very pleased because I have a collection of mini pens; none of them with pistons!

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@lizdelisle1912 …Cool! Did you get the clear mini or the black one ;with black cap and piston knob)? It’s such a quality and pretty ‘mini’ pen. It’s also better than the Vac Mini, in my experience. The piston filler is just more reliable and all round better than the vac-filler on Twsbi pens. Again, just my personal opinion on it.

[@lizdelisle1912]

@@sajjadhusain4146 Yes I got the clear one! I was thinking about getting the mini vac next because I have the Iris 700 and I absolutely love it!

[@sajjadhusain4146]

@@lizdelisle1912 ..I got the black one. If you like the Vac700 Iris so much, I reckon you should get the Vac Mini too. It’s so perfectly pretty and useful. I want the white & rose gold Diamond Mini if I can find it.

[@vishalachari2281]

Am a very proud owner of all the models and these are excellent pens. You missed Twsbi Draco( Limited Edition) which in itself requires a full review I your awesome channel.

[@Yoseka]

True! Believe it or not, we never got a chance to try the Draco. Ours sold out so quickly we forgot to keep one for ourselves! :(

[@Phil-p7p]

Great stuff. Many thanks.

[@nancywolf1467]

My first TWSBI was a glow in the dark ECO. I have the purple & green versions. I use some difficult inks (nitro) and the ECO (B) is perfect! I just bought a VAC mini last week, haven’t received it yet. I didn’t realize I could switch nibs. Does that require a lot of cleaning? I use a broad most of the time but would prefer a F or M for writing. 🧐

[@Yoseka]

Thanks for sharing Nancy! TWSBI makes it really easy to swap nibs for the pens that they make replacement nibs for. You simply twist off at the grip section and replace with the new one. Wash the nib out after you take it off is probably a good idea before putting it away to store.

[@pepperpath]

Great over overview! Do the mini caps screw to post on the back to make them full size?

[@Yoseka]

They do screw to post!

[@hannahnetting9479]

My TWSBI Eco came today and I was so excited. After trying the piston up and down several times to clear the air, no ink came out. Left in a vertical position, nib down for 15mins but still nothing. If I hold the pen completely vertical so straight up when I write then I get something, but very little. Very disappointed after everyone saying how good they are.

[@kjetiljakobsen5517]

Very nice pens. I have twsbi eco that I’ve enjoyed for about a year. Unfortunately, cracks have appeared in the grip section recently. I probably won’t buy a new one because of that.

[@Yoseka]

Sorry to hear that your TWSBI has cracked! Thanks for sharing and commenting your experience with us :)

[@theronwolf3296]

I like the o-ring seal on that cap. You do not (in fact shouldn't) tighten the cap real tight, just a light tightening will be completely airtight.

[@neilpiper9889]

The German nibs TWSBI used had a lot to do with their success. Jowo are the best, Bock a close second. When they replaced pens that cracked and improved their acrylic they became very popular. I don't like piston fillers as I change inks a lot. I am clumsy and drop pens when I am out and about. The X750 pens can take it. I am a Jinhao metal pen fan.

[@EX9R]

Are shimmering inks safe to be use on Twsbi 580? If the shimmering dust jam up the feeder. On the Twsbi 580, can i separately remove the nib and feeder and clean it separately?

[@kuanding1980]

Go Yeseka, Go TWSBI!

[@genaishivatov1737]

Why do I use a cartridge-syringe refill system. Well, I will list its advantages: 1. Larger volume (for example, the Pilot cartridge contains approximately 1-1.1 ml, and its most popular converters contain about 04.-0.5 ml) 2. Syringe refill is pure refill. I have a mountain of syringes (signed) for specific inks - I carefully draw ink into them, carefully insert the needle into the cartridge, fill it and put it in the pen. Everything, the pen does not dip anywhere, the pen does not get dirty, there is no loss of ink when wiping the pen and its scratching does not occur. 3. Some ink strongly stains the transparent parts of piston pens and converters, many owners cannot survive this and run around all the forums in search of detergents. With cartridges, everything is more optimistic - you can simply throw it away, and even wash Pilot with an ear stick )) 4. It is easier to draw ink residues from a can with a syringe than to collect them with a pen feeder. 5. No need to rinse the pen or converter when changing the color / type of ink - since we contact with a certain jar using a certain syringe (by placing a cartridge with new ink - you can simply pull out the old ones by wiping the pen on a damp cloth). 6. If you go somewhere, you can easily take a couple of whole ones with you. ______ Naturally, if we have a pen with a glued converter or piston, we don’t have to choose.

[@Yoseka]

Thanks Gena! It's true that syringe filling is a super efficient way of inking up! Loved reading your detailed thoughts :)

[@seiscuerditas]

Twisbi have beautiful models , nice video, congrats

[@TheRealJanKafka]

I'm curious as to why the Classic and Precision models weren't featured along with the Iris variants. Does Yoseka not carry those models?

[@StopFear]

Does anybody know whether TWSBI make any merchandise that itself is not a writing implement in itself. I may not want to or be able to afford all of their pens, but I may want to buy like a TWSBI souvenir or a shirt if some kind.

[@Chris-gp2ft]

Hi, i really enjoyed the video. Thanks alot. I have a question because I'm new with this topic: what means the nib siz number? In Germany we use to say such as "fine, medium, extrafine" and so on. So I don't know of what you are talking about.

[@nancywolf1467]

I believe the size numbers (4, 5) are the size of the metal part. The size letters (SF F M B) are the width of the slit, thinness of the line drawn ( Fine, Medium, Broad) … wow, I’m obviously not a pen seller 🤷🏼‍♀️ hope that made sense

[@benfrogy]

Do you have the video about the Conklin Mark Twain Crescent filler pen?

[@Yoseka]

So sorry we don't have that pen in store!

[@StopFear]

Has TWSBI ever made a pen that has to do specifically with commemorating any events, people, or history of Taiwan?

[@kokolexx]

i'm new to fountain pens and i am curious, when people said "the ink dries out" does that mean only the ink in the nib so it will be hard starting or there's actually a chance for the whole ink in the pen either in cartridge,converter or piston to completely dried out /evaporate and gone?

[@theronwolf3296]

A little bit of both, though it would take a long time for a capped pen to dry out internally. Usually (unless you are using some specialized inks) you can easily get it going going again by soaking in clean water overnight, then flushing by filling water in and pushing it out several times.

[@Yoseka]

Hi Alex! It can be either just in the nib or also in the cartridge/converter but ink drying out is mainly used to describe some drying out occurring and resulting in there being poor ink flow/scratchiness when writing.

[@EribanSkywalker]

Realy like that jade green.

[@rakisk8r]

Hi Daisy! i'm late to this video. Can you please tell me which nib size you have in your TWSBI Diamond Mini Rose Gold? And which Twsbi nib is your favorite please? Thank you so much, Daisy! kari on WestCoast Canada

[@Yoseka]

Hi! I have the Diamond Mini in EF but I also use the TWSBI ECO M nib and love it for showing off more ink properties!

[@rakisk8r]

Thank you @@Yoseka Using an M nib would be great for that!

[@GKganesan]

Excellent

[@sarreqteryx]

you forgot the TWSBI Precision. awesome pen.

[@Yoseka]

Oh no! Thank you for the reminder!!

[@bstephens44]

Great video! TWSBI makes amazing pens and their customer service is excellent. I recently purchased a limited edition TWSBI Draco. Beautiful pen with quite a different look from the rest of their lineup. It had a small crack in the barrel and the online store I purchased from was unresponsive. Through a friend in the industry I was put in contact with TWSBI and they Immediately mailed me a new barrel directly from Taiwan. I was pretty impressed. As someone new to fountain pens, I am interested in the significance of and differences between numbered nib sizes. I understand fine, medium etc. but what do those numbers 4, 5, 6 mean and how do they affect the writing experience?

[@bstephens44]

NVM just saw your long video on nibs. You clearly cover the nib size number question there. Thanks!

[@SunshineFL]

Just subscribed.

[@dyloak6450]

I have both the 580 and the Eco and the 580 is Much nicer. The price difference is worth it. I would get the clear or clear aluminum 580 for sure.

[@rostumagapito9049]

Does TWSBI still give life time warranty/free replacement parts?

[@Yoseka]

Yes, they tend to be really about supporting issues with their pens as long as the defect/damage is not from misuse!

[@wesfoulds47]

My twisbi cracked and leaked in every we’re

[@jasonmullins6638]

Right. I cannot spend the money on an ECO when LOTS of people's TWSBI(all different models) Crack. Some folks have 40-100 pens in their collection. These people who have lots of different brands are not newbies with regards to fountain pens....new Ecos are cracking. TWSBI has been cracking for several years. I don't get it.

[@LethalBubbles]

and here I was thinking it was called twisbi because you twist the piston

[@georgannelopez9494]

Litmited v. Limited

[@jessihighwind]

i thought the pinyin was tang not tong

[@Yoseka]

Thanks Eileen!!

[@liberioescriba6158]

ridiculosly expensive for an "entry" level pen made out of the cheapest materials... it will crack to crumbs in less than a year

[@Yoseka]

Our team all has TWSBIs and none of us have had experiences with cracking! Not to mention our store testers which really get a lot of mileage and very rarely have any issues except when they are fully dropped. I know there were some issues earlier on in production many years ago, but TWSBI improved their formulation and we really love their fountain pens so much. Totally respect your opinion and experience of course, but just thought we'd share our experience with them as well.

[@nikossiotas]

That reversed name and their logo is the reason i will never get one, despite their quality. Getting letters that mean something good and reverse them to mean nothing or to mean something bad, no thanks, i am not evil. Also that triquetra, a Wiccan symbol. Let them sell their pens to witches and wizards, or to people with no concerns of that. There are a thousand of pen brands out there to choose.