Reviews Parker Sonnet Lacquer Fine Point Fountain Pen with Golden Trim, Black

Reviews Parker Sonnet Lacquer Fine Point Fountain Pen with Golden Trim, Black

Parker Sonnet Technical Details

• Lacquered in a deep black glossy finish with jewel like brilliance
• Overlaid with multiple layers of rich lacquer that give it its precious and silky feel
• 23K gold plated trim and stainless steel nib
• Ready for gifting in a premium Parker Gift Box

Parker Sonnet Description

The Parker Sonnet  is modern pen design at its best - it's the quintessential Parker pen and one of our most successful collections ever. Combining timeless, contemporary style with a unique choice of perfectly balanced pen sizes, diverse modes and high quality finishes, the Sonnet writes beautifully, feels comfortable and looks sublime. Sonnet, the definitive Parker style. The darkest possible gleaming black lacquer, with valuable gold plated trim and a V-shaped arrow patterned, gold plated stainless steel nib. WARRANTY: 2 Years mechanical failure warranty from Parker. Genuine product from Parker. Buy from major authorized dealer only , Brand New Condition. Guaranteed for quality; LIMITED WARRANTY; This warranty is granted by PARKER and applies in the US and Canada. Your PARKER writing instrument is guaranteed for two years from the date of original purchase against defects in materials or workmanship. If found to be defective within the warranty period, your PARKER product will be repaired or replaced free of charge. This warranty does not cover routine maintenance, or damage resulting from the failure to maintain the product in accordance with instructions provided by PARKER. This warranty also does not cover ordinary wear and tear arising from use of the product,or damage that may arise from accidental or intentional misuse or abuse, alteration or customization, or repair by unauthorized persons. This warranty also does not cover damage that is caused by the use of inks or refills other than those made by PARKER.

Review Parker Sonnet Lacquer Fine Point Fountain Pen with Golden Trim, Black

"Classic design, nice and prestige looking. Enjoyable writing. Not expensive. Brand is very popular and prestige. Great gift for a man!"

Since I was young, I had awful handwriting. No matter how I tried, nor what writing instrument I used, my handwriting was terrible. My teachers, parents and even my classmates and friends would comment and lecture me on how very difficult if not impossible it was to comprehend my scribble. To make matters worse, I write left handed and often I would smear my words with my left pinky making my bad writing even worse. It was the story of my life and I simply accepted my fate of illegible handwriting and even printing.


Then a miracle happened. For my birthday, a great friend of mine sent me this Parker Sonnet fountain pen with a fine nib. Hah!!! I can't even use a pencil legibly and now a fountain pen? Well it worked! For some reason, my handwriting improved using this pen! Maybe it is because I do not have to exert much pressure on the nib as I have to with a ballpoint or pencil. Maybe it is because the nib "grabs" the paper. Maybe it forces me to slow down. I am not sure but I know that my handwriting has improved. Now, Thomas Edison's reputation (ever see his beautiful handwriting?) has nothing to fear but at least my handwriting isn't an illegible embarrassment anymore.


Also, Parker pens come with their brand of ink called Quink. It dries into the paper so fast, that my pinky does not smear the ink like a ballpoint or pencil. Amazing!!! Now my pinky does not appear to have the beginnings of gangrene.


This Parker Sonnet  is also a good looking, classy instrument. With it's shiny black finish and gold accents and nib, it catches eyes whenever I use it. The finish is very durable and after a couple of months of fairly heavy daily use, there are no scratches to be seen. It seems to be very well made. The cap fits on securely and the details of the pen are sharp and clear.


I use the refillable ink reservoir every few days to fill my pen with Quink blue/black ink. I found that the blue ink, while beautiful in color, does not duplicate on at least my office's copier machine well if at all.


My son does not have the greatest handwriting either .For the upcoming school year, he gets a fountain pen. When he is older, I'll get him a Parker Sonnet  too.

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Reviews Waterman Phileas Solid Black Medium Point Fountain Pen

Reviews Waterman Phileas Solid Black Medium Point Fountain Pen

I love my Waterman Phileas Solid Black Medium Point Fountain Pen. It was a bit hesitant at first because of the price and unknown quality of the workmanship and ease of use. But not to fear, this is a wonderful writing instrument. The pen itself is heavy and masculine, made for a larger hand.

A pump action ink converter, you can use to fill ink directly from a bottle. I filled mine with artist's India ink. I have been doing this for over thirty years, and have not had a bit of trouble with my fountain pens. I like a rich black pen stroke, it's not the washed out non-permanent ink sold for most fountain pen. As an artist, that is what suits my style. If you wish to try this, please use an India ink containing ammonia. That prevents clogging.

And I carry it with me everywhere in my bag or pocket. The barrel and cap are scuffed, but still look pretty good after several years of hard use - no chips or cracks, and the gold is still shiny.

I also use my pen for sketching, as well as writing. It's smooth and performs with facility straight from the box. No breaking in of the point to adjust to one's handwriting style. A full five stars for the folks at Waterman. It is a pleasure to own and use Waterman Phileas Solid Black Medium Point Fountain Pen.

Reviews Lamy Safari Fountain Pen Charcoal - Fine

Reviews Lamy Safari Fountain Pen Charcoal - Fine

# Sometime I find some humor in the fact that this Lamy Safari Fountain Pen - Charcoal - Fine  is so best rated, yet most reviewers take care to point out that it is not the prettiest, most overpriced, or fanciest pen around. Unlike many company, Lamy make pens and pencils. They do not use pretentious euphemisms for pen like those other companies, nor do they charge 10x-100x what pen is worth. They do make some pens like the Safari, which are indestructible and feel good in my hand, and they make some incredibly smooth nibs. 

Lamy Safari Fountain Pen does make a some starter fountain pen, but it is a starter pen that will last you your entire life. I recommend a Fine if you are new to a fountain pen. You can even buy spare nibs for the Lamy Safari so that you can swap between different sizes.

 

# First, let me say! I love fountain pens. All types, but especially Shaeffers. A colleague of mine turned me on to Lamy pens and they have become my workhorses.

I teach English so I grade many, many papers and I refuse to write with a boring pen. I used to use my antique shaeffers until a student almost dropped one. I had to have a daily pen that was, well, near disposable. I remembered the Lamy and ordered a Safari. Now, if something happens to it, I don't have a stroke. Plus, the broad nib has a wonderful ink flow.

I give them as gifts. They are a good pen to start using as they are very forgiving.

Do they write as well as my older pens? Nope. Are they more user friendly?