Mr Retro Pop Collection Fountain Pen, Green Barrel, Black Ink, Fine

Torn ako dati between Lamy Safari or this. I'm glad that I chose this one. Pilot Metropolitan in Purple Retro Pop is a very beautiful fountain pen. I love the circular grip in this pen. Feels premium and I absolutely love it being hefty compared to others that I've tried. And the design reminds me of Her Excellency, the Almighty Narukami Ogosho, God of Thunder, Raiden Shogun.

The grip section was a little uncomfortable for me because of the grooves where the nib screws in with the body. Overall, solid pen. The weight was just right. I did have some issues with ink flow.I don’t recommend this pen if you’re not a fan of nib creep and you’re looking for a pen that’s easy to clean. This pen has a lot of nib creep. The converter is also hard to clean (as someone who prefers piston converters). The nib is also hard to clean with a bulb since it doesn’t really fit over.

Looking to try fountain pens for the first time? Want a daily carry that won't break the bank (or break your heart if you lose it)? Get the Pilot Metropolitan.The EF nibs are very smooth and will write on crappy paper without much feathering or bleeding.The B nibs lay down a good amount of ink and allow for a bit of sheen and ink character to show through.Only downside is a slightly lower ink capacity compared to other pens in the same class.Solid construction, great nib, looks good, lots of color choices.Stop shopping around for a starter pen and just get these already.

The good: These are great-looking pens. I picked up two 2-packs in the recent drop, keeping two for myself and giving two to friends. The pens get noticed and we all receive near-constant queries about where to buy them. The pens write reasonably well, particularly for the price. The fine nib is quite fine indeed (caution should be used on delicate paper to avoid scratching/tearing). There is reasonably smooth ink flow without skipping on the page.The bad: These are messy. Pretty much every time I use the metro, I get ink on my fingertips. (My friends to whom I gave my extras report the same issue.) It is difficult to discern exactly where the ink is coming from, but whatever the source, droplets of ink end up on the grip and thus on the fingers. I have also ... MoreThe good: These are great-looking pens. I picked up two 2-packs in the recent drop, keeping two for myself and giving two to friends. The pens get noticed and we all receive near-constant queries about where to buy them. The pens write reasonably well, particularly for the price. The fine nib is quite fine indeed (caution should be used on delicate paper to avoid scratching/tearing). There is reasonably smooth ink flow without skipping on the page.The bad: These are messy. Pretty much every time I use the metro, I get ink on my fingertips. (My friends to whom I gave my extras report the same issue.) It is difficult to discern exactly where the ink is coming from, but whatever the source, droplets of ink end up on the grip and thus on the fingers. I have also noticed that sometimes pulling off the cap (which snaps pretty snugly in place) will cause a fine spray of ink droplets onto the table/paper below. I would suggest uncapping with caution and wiping the grip off with a tissue before use.

This is an unbelievable fountain pen. It is even more unbelievable when you realize what it costs. I have more expensive fountain pens that don't write nearly as well as this pen. It comes in fine or medium nibs and in a multitude of colors. (I have the green one.) Most importantly, it writes smoothly and opulently. The ink flow is uninterrupted, whether on cheap paper or Rhodia notebooks, the nib is smooth, not scratchy, and it is just such a pleasure to write with this pen. There is simply no better fountain pen for the price. Both beginners and fountain pen aficionados will love it! (I consider myself somewhere in between.)

I already own a White Tiger Medium Nib and loved it but, I thought that a Fine Nib will allow more use of the pen by being able to use it in regular paper; then I bought the Silver Python Fine Nib and corroborated that I can use it in almost any paper without risking ink bleeding through. Jetpens announced the Retro Pop Fountain Pens about a month ago and I was waiting for them, they looked beautiful and I already knew that I enjoyed writing with them, great weight, appropriate size and glide over paper, non skipping flow and great price for the quality. I ordered the Green Marble Fine Nib and the Purple Ellipse Fine Nib and they are just beautiful. Already a co-worker is getting one for Christmas! And I already ordered a Red Wave and Turquoise Dots to add to my ... MoreI already own a White Tiger Medium Nib and loved it but, I thought that a Fine Nib will allow more use of the pen by being able to use it in regular paper; then I bought the Silver Python Fine Nib and corroborated that I can use it in almost any paper without risking ink bleeding through. Jetpens announced the Retro Pop Fountain Pens about a month ago and I was waiting for them, they looked beautiful and I already knew that I enjoyed writing with them, great weight, appropriate size and glide over paper, non skipping flow and great price for the quality. I ordered the Green Marble Fine Nib and the Purple Ellipse Fine Nib and they are just beautiful. Already a co-worker is getting one for Christmas! And I already ordered a Red Wave and Turquoise Dots to add to my collection. I find them practical, great quality and accessible to my pocket. Plus I really appreciate how informative and useful Jetpens.com is, I haven't found another website that provides so useful, relevant, and accurate information on their products.

This was my upgrade from a Zebra disposable fountain pen, and I'm very pleased with it so far. It has a smooth writing action, and the weight is negotiable--I can go for a heavier feel in the hand by putting the cap on the end, or leave it off for a lighter writing experience. For a relatively affordable fountain pen, it seems very well made. I haven't used the converter cartridge yet (as one of the lucky ones who's gotten the old stock that still includes them). I do have random moments where I'll find a tiny spot of ink on my fingers or transferred to the pen itself, but that might be user error as I'm still a beginner.

I have a love hate relationship with this pen. I love the style, feel, and the way it writes. I have the fine nib and since I write small it is a perfect size for me. The only problem I have is that mine leaks. I've taken it apart, cleaned it, changed cartridges, but I still get some ink leaking out of the edge between the nib feeder and the collar. If I hold it further back I don't notice it but many times I'm sliding down it and getting ink on my fingers.