Quality Fountain Pens

A fountain pen is often considered to be an extension of one's personality and as a result, is considered to be a very personal item. It is primarily because of this that for most fountain pen owners, the quality of the pen is of utmost importance. The quality of a fountain pen lies not just in its nib and how smoothly it writes on paper but also depends on the grip of the pen, its size and of course, the quality of materials used in manufacturing the exteriors of the pen.

The quality of a fountain pen is also reflective of its price. While most run off the mill ball point pens are cheaper and can be thrown away, a fountain pen inspite of not being very expensive is something that most people like to treasure. The price of a good quality fountain pen depends greatly on the quality of the nib. If the nib is made of gold or any other precious mineral, and is quite smooth to write, prices tend to be higher.

The other important features that determine the quality of a fountain pen are its size and ink capacity. Most buyers prefer pens of standard sizes that easily fit into their pockets but there are others who prefer to own pens of unique shapes, designs and sizes. While preference for a particular size varies from individual to individual, amount of ink that can be stored is of a particular amount which helps in maintaining standardization. Pens with plunger fillers or cartridges are considered to be of high quality as they have more ink storing capacity. Prices for quality fountain pens range between a few dollars to around $300 or more.

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