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Pelikan M200 Smoky Quartz Special-Edition Set
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Pelikan M200 Smoky Quartz Special-Edition Set
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Featuring a translucent resin body in rich shades of brown, the special-edition M200 Smoky Quartz is designed to give pen enthusiasts an unobstructed view of the inner workings of Pelikan’s iconic piston mechanism. The gold-plated stainless steel nib matches the gold of the pocket clip and trim, and the slightly domed finial is appointed with the company’s signature pelican logo Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downBloozyy
108
Sep 19, 2017
Ugh! Stainless steel nib. Why couldn't it be 14k gold. I don't know if I could justify stainless steel at that price point. Especially never having owned a Pelikan before.
Chipp1
52
Nov 17, 2017
Ok, to each his own. I to have a Lamy 2k. I personally love all my fountain pens, each with their own personal characteristics, I can pick and choose different pens to satisfy my writing moods.
ravkesef
198
Sep 20, 2017
It is not axiomatic that a gold nib writes better than a steel one. I have a few gold nibs, both 14K and 18K, and they certainly write well, but I've got some stainless steel nibs that write every bit as well. Here's an example: the Lamy 2000 has a very small gold nib. Its size and mounting ensure that there isn't going to be a great deal of flex to it. On the other hand, my Pelikan M800 with an 18K nib writes like a dream. But then so does my Diplomat Esteem with a stainless steel nib. I have three nibs for my Namiki Vanishing Point, F, M and Stub, and while I enjoy all of them, there really isn't much flex to them, despite the fact that they're all gold nibs. So don't be too taken by the appeal of a gold nib. Depending upon the pen, you can do quite well with a steel nib.
Now--as to Pelikan, and this pen in particular. I already have one with a custom ground stub nib from Linda Kennedy. Great pen, and I just joined the drop for this pen, and I expect to be every bit as happy with this nib, which will be an EF. I love Pelikan pens--they're great writers, and extremely well engineered. You can't go wrong with this brand, and you'll find that the steel nib will do a great job. However, if your heart is set on a gold nib, you can purchase a 14K gold nib for approximately $150, i.e., more than the cost of this drop. Switching Pelikan nibs is a very simple procedure.
ravkesef
198
Nov 19, 2017
Hi Chipp1, yes, you can certainly buy just the fountain pen. The Smoky quartz pen & Ink set is a pretty good deal for a very good pen. I have is wo you f them and enjoy them thoroughly. i would avoid the P381–it’s new old stock from one of Pelikan’s less successful pens. If you get The M200, you’ll have a very g pen that will last for many years.
cornerstonetom
263
Dec 17, 2018
This is a good price for this paring. I got mine somewhere else before this drop was published at a comparable, but somewhat higher, price.
The nib is actually nice. I did need to polish mine by using some micro-mesh pads. I did run a 0.01" brass shim between the tines to make the nib run a touch wetter. I also got a M600 gold nib in "F" for this pen. This nib screws right in to the pen and works well. With the cap, it does fit, just barely. There are times when I prefer the steel nib. Pelikan inks tend to run on the drier side, but with running the brass shim between the tines, the nib flows really well, not too wet and definitely not dry anymore. That's the nice thing about Pelikan fountain pens, it's easy to change nibs. I forget where I found it, but there are charts out there that show which nibs work with which pens. A lot of sites claim that a M600 nib won't work with this pen due to point hitting on the inside of the cap. That doesn't happen with my pen but might with yours. It's easy to tell since this pen is semi-translucent.
I have large hands (XL glove size) and I can use this pen unposted but it does look and feel to be too small in my hand. A Pelikan M800 is on the small side for me, but I don't feel the need to post the M800. Sometimes I do prefer to post the cap on this pen, but I tend to use it unposted, as I do with my other fountain pens. But, the cap is very light and doesn't back-weight the pen and throw off the balance. The cap posts securely and the pen feels great in my hand posted.
Overall, this is a well-made pen with a nice nib, beautiful color and a piston-filler mechanism. At $105 for the pen and ink, it's a good deal when you consider the ink alone sells anywhere from $20 to $30 depending on your source. If I didn't already own this pen, I would buy this one. It would also make a great gift. Seriously, a piston-filling Pelikan for $80???
VRHamilton
4
Jun 10, 2019
charlizeworshipperThanks for this lead... The Endless Pens site looks fantastic!
iostream72
8
Dec 14, 2017
Got this yesterday, and I love everything about it. This is my first Pelikan, and the nib is smooth as butter. Great deal for a great pen!
Bloozyy
108
Oct 5, 2017
Whelp, griped about this being a steel nib the last drop. Didn't purchase it. Saw it again, and caved. Here's to a gorgeous, limited run pen. Hope it writes well!
CraigLewis
260
Nov 15, 2017
BloozyyIt's a huge error to lump all steel nibs together. Yes, many are junk...but a good steel nib is a good nib.
And at this price point? The only gold nibs out there at a similar price, are from Japan...some of the Pilot and Platinum models. Those are great buys, at least partially driven by exchange rates right now, I believe. Would I rather have a 14k modern Pelikan nib? For sure. An 18k? Maybe not; they're stiffer. And the price surcharge is getting to be substantial.
I don't need the pen (got an amber demonstrator) or the ink...got some nice browns, and overall far too many bottles. Otherwise, this'd be pretty high on my list.
And at this price point? The only gold nibs out there at a similar price, are from Japan...some of the Pilot and Platinum models. Those are great buys, at least partially driven by exchange rates right now, I believe. Would I rather have a 14k modern Pelikan nib? For sure. An 18k? Maybe not; they're stiffer. And the price surcharge is getting to be substantial.
I don't need the pen (got an amber demonstrator) or the ink...got some nice browns, and overall far too many bottles. Otherwise, this'd be pretty high on my list.
Xyverz
619
Jun 29, 2018
In case anybody's interested, here's a potato-quality photo of the pen and ink in action.
MrSharkbait
479
Jun 30, 2018
XyverzNyeah, how does the carrot version look, Doc?
Looks great. I do hope that the price remains low the next time it comes around. Too broke to join this time.
Looks great. I do hope that the price remains low the next time it comes around. Too broke to join this time.
Adam2
5
Dec 15, 2017
Bought during the last drop, and love it. Smaller pen, with a very qualit , somewhat small steel nib. The barely transparent brown section is the perfect look for someone who likes the idea of a demonstrator but doesnt like the look- can just see the ink if you look hard. Like all Pelikans the nib unscrews from section so can be swapped out and easily cleaned. The ink is great too and a perfect match. Only caution is be careful because Pelikan's have a way of multiplying. Got this and next thing I knew all the sudden I had a blue stripe M805 Souveran... No idea how that happened!
wardog
29
Dec 13, 2017
I got into this drop last time around and I must say, the pen and the ink are amazing. I LOVE the smoky brown ink. Looks fantastic when writing in my journal, white/yellow notebook paper when I'm at work. The pen is of a quality resin and is fairly light. The nib is of good quality as well. To all the people getting in on the deal this time around you will love this setup.
lucser
51
Nov 17, 2017
These is my new favorite pen!
Purchased during last drop even if:
- I don't like demonstrator pens;
- I don't like very light pens;
- I don't like brown;
Nevertheless I was willing to experience a Pelikan pen and since this was not clear transparent and was reasonably priced I've joined the drop for EF nib.
After receiving impressions:
- write smooth and nice. Best pen I have! Not that I have an impressive collection but to be better then this other pen just need to write alone :).
- Nice balanced pen even if I would prefer slightly more weight;
- The ink is really really nice (remember that I do not like brown color in general). Even with the EF nib it gives a nice color and shading .
After a while I realize that I do wish to use it daily (even when I have nothing to write :) ).
Highly recommended.
Looking forward for the M205 Aquamarine model.
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