Platinum Fountain Pens

Platinum fountain pens have their exteriors made of platinum. Their cap and body are plated with platinum so that the pen and the nib do not tarnish. Certain platinum fountain pens also have platinum cases in which they are placed to provide them extra protection. The inner mechanisms of these platinum fountain pens however, are the same as the ordinary fountain pens. These pens are usually equipped with converters and fillers of international standards so that any ink or cartridge can be used.

The platinum fountain pen sets are excellent gift items, for they can also be personalized. The name of the person to whom it is being gifted, or a logo of the special occasion, is often engraved on them. Such engravings are usually available for a minimal additional cost. Apart from being gift items, platinum fountain pens are collectibles as well. Many people who collect pens have antique and vintage platinum fountain pens. As a result of their platinum bodies, these pens can withstand enormous pressures and are unaffected by weather changes and hence, remain intact for years to come.

Platinum plated fountain pens are made by all major pen producing companies but are somewhat limited in edition as they are more expensive than the regular fountain pens. Prices of these platinum fountain pens, not just depends on the amount and quality of platinum used for the outer body but also on the material of the nib. In case of gold nib, the price automatically shoots up. Prices also depend on the accessories which are sold along with the pen like pen stands that may also be made of platinum, platinum ink pots and platinum plated pen cases. These pens are not available freely in the market and are usually either auctioned or produced on demand.

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Retractable Fountain Pens

Retractable fountain pens have a creative feature called the retractable nib. These retractable fountain pens have unique designs and are manufactured with ingenious technology. These pens have an elegant style and usually are of a larger size with a durable metal body with attractive gold and chrome accents. Some of the retractable fountain pens have a hand lacquered finish which makes them unique, giving each pen its own style.

Retractable nibs are made from a variety of metals including gold and silver. Their unique feature is that they are available with gold and rhodium accents in various colors. These nibs on being damaged can be easily replaced with another of the same kind. These pens are usually either cartridge or convertor filled fountain pens and have very solid nibs.

The nib which is the contact point between the pen and the paper is what can be retracted in such fountain pens. In the earlier pen models wherein the nibs were made of steel, the ink would corrode it easily and as a result to prevent this, nibs were either gold or Iridium plated. As gold is very soft and wears down too easily, iridium coated nibs are much preferred for retractable fountain pens. The bodies of such pens are subject to wear with steady use over time and as a result sturdy materials were used for the exteriors. The more expensive pens have bodies which are made of metals like Palladium or exotic woods, and are decorated with gold accents. The reservoir which is the place where the ink is stored is also special in such pens. Initially, reservoirs were made of flexible sacs that could be refilled but with time, they came to be replaced by glass or plastic cartridges.

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Antique Fountain Pens

The first practical fountain pen was patented by Lewis Waterman in 1884. Fountain pens were the first kind of pens to be used by men. However, the oldest surviving fountain pen belonged to a Frenchman named M.Bion dated to 1702. Antique fountain pens are prized possessions and are collector's items as they are extremely unique. Most of the antique pens are very expensive as they are very rare and are not easily available in the market. Antique fountain pens as a result of their age need special care and handling techniques. These pens usually have ink filling mechanisms and differ greatly from the modern fountain pens.

The cost of these antique fountain pens depends greatly on whom they belonged to and what material they are made up of. Other factors like the quality of the nib and the material used for the nib also help determine the price. In case, the nib is made of gold or silver, the prices automatically rises up a great deal. As most of these vintage pens have a history behind them, their prices rise accordingly as the demand becomes too high. In spite of being expensive, these pens are very popular amongst people who enjoy writing with fine pens and who have a passion for collecting pens belonging to different periods. The prices of these pens also depend on the case in which they are kept. If the cases are made of gold or silver or some high quality metal and are hand crafted, then the prices tend to be quite high.

These rare fountain pens are not sold at wholesale outlets and are usually found in flea markets or old curio shops. One can purchase antique fountain pens through the special dealers dealing in antique pieces. Various websites also offer a range of vintage antique fountain pens and through a good search; one can purchase them at strikingly low prices.

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