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OHTO Proud Fountain Pen (2-Pack)

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OHTO Proud Fountain Pen (2-Pack)

Name: OHTO Proud Fountain Pen (2-Pack)
Brand: Ohto
SKU: ohto-proud
Rating: 2.5 (6 reviews)

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New from OHTO, a Japanese pen manufacturer that’s been in the business for more than 80 years, this is an excellent fountain pen for those just starting out. The Proud features an aluminum body complete with a glossy finish, sturdy pocket clip, and gold-colored trim Read More

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choiceweb0pen0

276

Jan 16, 2017

Not many reviews online for this pens. there is some info and reviews on JetPens: http://www.jetpens.com/Ohto-Proud-Fountain-Pen-Black-Fine-Nib/pd/15300

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j-e-g

306

Jan 17, 2017

I will agree the nib is stiff/firm... I tend to grip hard and press down, so suits me well. Seems the more tired my joints get the harder I grip 😕 Although the nib does pretty good with inks and shows off some of their shading qualities. I am thinking of the Diamond Blue Velvet in the Blue Dude and I really like the ink shading of say, Noodler's Lexington Gray and De Atramentis Frankensence ... As always, finding your favorite nib, ink, paper combos are part of the intrigue 👍🏻

Magurius

Jan 23, 2017

choiceweb0pen0You're right! But there is also this too short but very graphic test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tkb660Fhls

writerstephen

480

Jan 16, 2017

Does this pen take standard int'l converters?

Tonkin

Jan 17, 2017

writerstephenThe OHTO Jazz pens that I have take international cartridges, so I am going to go out on a limb here and say yes they do. I can't see them using different style converters for different pen models.

writerstephen

480

Jan 17, 2017

TonkinWell, that's not strictly true in all cases; i think the Faber-Castell LOOM takes int'l cartridge/converter while the Basic only takes proprietary. But you're right, that's the exception, not the rule.

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JustFluxz

456

Dec 8, 2017

I just recieved my 2 sets I ordered (1 for me and 1 as a gift). I really wish they came in a box for the pens themselves rather then the pens just tossed in a shipping envelope as they can still get damaged plus makes it more difficult to wrap.
In comparison to my daily driver of the Faber-Castell Basic, the build quality really isn't that great which I'm sad to say because I really wanted to like these. I do like how the silicone grip feels but wish the grip took up more of the surface of the pen to allow different grip styles. Thing to note about silicone though is that it can easily pick up on dust and other stuff such as hair can easily get stuck on it.
Also, one of my pens has a weird mark going around the grip which is very strange. There are also some chips in the paint. I'm not satisfied with the product right now and don't feel too comfortable gifting them at the moment..

kplus

May 29, 2017

I purchased 2 Ohto Proud pens on the previous drop and wanted to weigh in on 2 points. 1. Silicone Grip: 2 very important words and unique in my (admittedly low-end) fountain pen collection. The silicon grip means that the click-on cap has the smoothest and softest click of any pen I own, and also that the pen is more likely to feel 'room temperature' than the usual hard plastic or enameled metal grips. 2. Pay attention to the photo of the writing sample. Ohto may be a Japanese manufacturer but the nibs are European 'Fine', not Japanese 'Fine.' I have found the two I bought to be smooth, comfortable writers.

RogierFvV

Apr 25, 2018

These are nifty pens, in a very pedestrian sense. Usable, practical, utilitarian, which is what they are meant to be, I guess.

JustFluxz

456

Nov 25, 2017

when I run out of ink, where would I go about replacing it?

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JustFluxz

456

Nov 26, 2017

Do you have any large capsules you would recommend by any chance? I'm new to fountain pens and I thought that was the standard size

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ShinigamiZR

Nov 27, 2017

JustFluxzI would actually recommend buying a converter instead (eg https://www.gouletpens.com/standard-international-cartridge-converter/p/MV31065) as bottled ink is more cost effective and allows for greater variety.

j-e-g

306

Mar 14, 2017

@choiceweb0pen0 I was re-reading this discussion on the Proud. I went to check out the OHTO Giza that you mentioned. Wondering if you purchased one? If so how do you like it ? I always wonder how folks like the leather wrapped pens and how well the leather holds up after use. If not, perhaps you could suggest a poll/drop. I don''t know how one goes about doing that, but I am sure someone that does could help you get a drop going. Just thinking with my keyboard this morning ;)

choiceweb0pen0

276

Mar 19, 2017

j-e-gYou know I never did pick up an OHTO Giza. I like my two OHTO Dude fountain pens well enough, though they are a bit dry in writing. If I knew a bit more about adjustment, I think I could fix that. I'm also not in the market for adding to my fountain pen collection which is another reason for not picking up a Giza.

Tonkin

Jan 17, 2017

I got the 2-pack OHTO Jazz pens from Massdrop a while back, one blue and one maroon colored pen. Both are simple, yet classy pens that write smoothly. If I didn't have these two OHTO pens, and many more pens, I would jump on this drop. Who knows, with 7 days left I may get a couple more anyway. :)

DaddyDiBs

Aug 6, 2018

The OHTO Proud vs. Celsus are practically the same pen. Here are the differences. OHTO Proud Fountain Pen · The finial on the barrel is flat and are the same color of the pen. · The finial on the cap is rounded and the same color of the pen. · The gold trim ring is attached to barrel. · The feed and nib holder are black as the grip section.
OHTO Celsus Fountain Pen · The finial is round on the cap and is gold in color. · The barrel is one piece with no finial or gold trim ring. · The gold trim ring is on the barrel. · The feed and nib holder are gold matching the pen trim color.
I find both pens styles to work the same with similar weights they are very comfortable for all day writing. Found the fine nibs on both models to be very smooth with very good ink flow from the feed. I did not find the pens to be cheaply made though I will say the finish will scratch if not carried properly or dropped onto a rough surface. Your mileage may differ. If you are new to fountain pens and are looking for a decent upgrade in the full metal category, I believe you will not go wrong with these fountain pens.
Hope this helps.

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RussPa53

Sep 5, 2017

Does anyone km=now if this is a #6 nib? Or a #5 - could I replace the Fine w/ a Broad or a 1.1mm nib from Goulet?

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RussPa53

Nov 28, 2017

Thanks, #MrBison - I did buy these, and I've been very happy w/ the nib that came w/ the pen. - BUT ==> it's very good to know I can get a Schmidt for a replacement, too - :)

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