PILOTVanishing Point Collection Refillable & Retractable Fountain Pen, Matte Blue Barrel, Extra Fine Nib (60595)

I regret getting the extra fine nib. While it is truly a great nib, like most Japanese vs German nibs the line is much finer. A fine nib or even a medium would suit my taste better. The con-40 converter was finicky but ultimately worked.Having a fountain pen ready to write at a click of a button is fantastic, especially for intermittent note taking.The clip placement is different but I think I might come to love it. The ergonomics feel pretty close to perfect.This pen might easily replace my Lamy 2000 as my goto pen. Nm

I’m relatively new to fountain pens, so did a lot of research before buying my first ones. I purchased this Pilot, a Sailor and a lower price point Lamy. I like really fine lines, so I bought all with extra fine nibs. I like how the Pilot writes the best, with the Sailor a very, very close second, and the Lamy a very distant 3rd. Nothing more to say about the Lamy...Esthetically, the Pilot is a nice, modern looking pen. If you are looking for old world elegance, then check out the Sailor; it almost shouts special!The Pilot has the most consistent ink flow, which makes for beautiful, readable writing. The Sailor has the finest line weight, but the Pilot is not that much wider. The Pilot writes first stroke every time, whereas the Sailor seems to take a little to get the ink flowing.A real plus for the Pilot retractable tip design is no cap to worry about. They still incorporated a pen clip into the barrel, and located it at the nib end, which eliminates the possibility of the pen leaking in your pocket. Because of the clip location, your grip is forced to be the same every time, and you cannot rotate the pen as you write. I don’t find this an issue, and actually think it may contribute to the pen’s ink flow consistency as the nib angle to the page is always the same. Note: I’m right handed, so this may be different if you’re left handed.I use a converter in my pens, and have not found a significant difference between the pen brands. I haven’t used cartridges with the Pilot, so can’t speak to how they work. I initially used cartridges in the Sailor, and didn’t care for the ink flow, so now exclusively use a converter.I have relatively small hands (women’s size small glove), and the Pilot feels comfortable in my hand. The barrel diameter of this pen may slightly smaller than the Sailor, as I can write with the Pilot longer than I can with the Sailor before my hand tires.The Pilot is a really great pen; looks nice, writes smoothly and is suitable for every day use. Definitely glad that I bought one!

This pen is elegant yet tough. I had given up on fountain pens years ago due to leakage, inconsistent writing and frequent obstructions with dry ink. I am uncertain as to why this works so well but it is one of the most amazing writing instruments. The tip is retractable like a ball pen so no worries about losing a top and the pen can be used one handed. The tip is facing upward when inside the pocket so no leaking all over my white lab coat like many other pens I have had. The writing is so fine which is really nice if you truly appreciate a fine point. The metal construction feels solid and strong. It looks modern yet classic at the same time.

This pen if you could ever get it to work is amazing but falls just short due to that.

I have one other vanishing point pen. This one does not have the ink dry out. Have been using for weeks without refilling. Heavy weight. Very comfortable in the hand. Extra fine point took getting used to. A bit scratchy.

This pen is better than expected, quality construction and smooth writing

When it worked it was nice. It malfunctioned within the first month and now it is just a useless paperweight. I have no idea how to be able to replace it.

This is my EDC. I love how it writes smoothly. It has a good grip and just the right weight.

Sadly, the pen I ordered did not arrive, only the unsealed box, cartridge, and warranty did. Otherwise, the Pilot VPs are great.