Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)This is a very elegant pen, with a superb nib (made by Namiki).
The metallic body feels smooth but with sufficient grip, rather like snakeskin.
It is a good weight, substantial but not heavy.
It writes beautifully; the nib is firm, but smooth and wet.
The converter screws-in securely and functions effectively ...not much more to say about that.
Now the BUTs :
- the cap does not post securely, due to the tapering barrel....forcing it on would scuff the barrel end, and uncapped the pen is just a little short for anyone with fairly large hands
- if you dip the nib and section into ink to fill it, the ink tends to 'linger' in the crevices around the nib....resulting in inky fingers! This can largely be avoided by filling the converter separately, but it's inconvenient
(- if you opt for cartridges, you have, I believe, to use Cross's own make, as 'international' cartridges don't fit ...I am not sure about this as I've never tried)
It is one of my nicest-writing pens, marred only by the relatively minor faults mentioned.
(PS The RRP/MSRP is ridiculously high ....look for a significant discount)
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