A month ago I decided to 'get into' fountain pens, just to see what they were about and to see if using one would be easier on my hands (a major issue for me - writing used to leave at least one of fingers bleeding from the pressure needed to hold a hand steady to write).
I must say I am very much surprised and pleased.
Now I have three pens - one plunger type Conway Stewart, one screw type generic Chinese pen and one disposable Pentel.
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Originally Posted by Jaime_Astorga
I have seen fountain pens before, though only occasionally. Never used one. I consider them archaic devices, like typewriters or feathers and inkwells.
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Typewriters can work without electricity - something handy to have occasionally, but generally not used, it's true.
I agree that feathers and inkwells are outmoded (although artists may find them interesting).
But I do not consider a fountain pen archaic. - How else could I buy 50 mL of ink for next to nothing and just repeatedly refill a pen for ages and ages? It's economically sound, good for the environment, easier on the wallet, easier on the hand and leaves a really nice result to do things that way.
Even my disposable fountain pen is by no means archaic. It's functionally and practically equivalent to a disposable biro, felt tip or roller ball pen; it looks great; it's easier on the hands; and the result looks very stylish.
I think you've fallen into the 'new is always better' trap, Jaime. It aint always so.