Unique Writing Tools

Writing instruments comparison

6/22/2017

The history of writing dates back as far as 5000 years ago , if not more. And while the instruments have evolved, the passion to express the Universe around us never fades. Here are some unique writing instruments. Click on the images to learn more! - Enjoy

Fountain Pens

*Comes with converter!

PROs

Reduces strain on hand ( writing longevity)
Wide selection of fountain pen inks
Tough/Flexible writing feed / nibs
Save money by buying ink instead of throw-away pens
Improves handwriting
Amazing line thickness variation

CONs

Requires buying a converter for each type of pen
Prone to failure if dropped point down

Brush Pen (Built in refillable piston mechanism)

PROs

Amazing line thickness variation
Durable synthetic hair
Built in refillable piston mechanism
Save money by buying ink instead of throw-away pens
Not prone to failure if dropped point down

CONs

Requires more cleaning then a fountain pen
Only takes fountain pen ink
Do not last as long as fountain pens

Rapidograph

PROs

Constant line variation / thickness
Thinnest line variation /width possible
Perfect for technical drawings

CONs

Prone to leaking
Prone to failure / Fragile writing feed
Unnatural perfect line thickness
Requires more cleaning then a fountain pen
Only takes fountain pen ink
Do not last as long as fountain pens

Felt-tipped Pens

PROs

Constant line variation / thickness
Thin line variation / width possible
Thick line variation / width possible
Perfect for technical drawings

CONs

Unnatural perfect line thickness
Disposable
Prone to drying out
Prone to skipping / "railroading"

Ballpoint / Rollerball Pen

PROs

Constant line variation / thickness
Perfect for technical drawings
Already filled with ink
Not prone to failure if dropped point down

CONs

Unnatural perfect line thickness
Disposable
Prone to skipping / "railroading"

Dip Pen ( Modern Day Quill )

PROs

Amazing line variation / thickness
Usually cheaper than most other pens

CONs

Less portable ( Need ink bottle present during writing sessions )

Quill

PROs

Amazing line variation / thickness
Usually cheaper than most other pens

CONs

Less portable ( Need ink bottle present during writing sessions )

Reed Pen

One of the original types of writing instruments and was developed after a similar type of tool was used to carve letters into clay tablets which then hardened with heat. Reed pens are the ancestor of most writing tools and can be made with material found in nature.

PROs

Can accept every type of ink including iron gall ink and pigment ink
Amazing line thickness variation
Durable
Save money by buying ink instead of throw-away pens
Not prone to failure if dropped point down
Can be made from natural materials

CONs

Less portable ( Need ink bottle present during writing sessions )
Requires more cleaning then a fountain pen

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Unique Fountain Pens!

6/21/2017

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The following are amazing fountain pens which have a unique look. These unique fountain pens are typically more expensive because of :
1) Their rarity
2) The manufacturing processes involved or
3) They use unconventional designs or material
However, not all of them will require refinancing your mortgage. They are ordered from least expensive to most. Click on the image to learn more because some of these will only get more rare with time!
-Enjoy!