Platinum 3776 Bourgogne Burgundy Pen
With a typical subtle and understated appearance to the 3776 line, it usually takes one in the hand to really appreciate the greatness of the Japanese pens. This line would fall in line with Pilots Custom Heritage line, or Sailors 1911, in the top tier of the everyday line up, this particular pen would be an entry level to that, similar to the Pilot CH74.
The translucent burgundy body is deep and rich, its not so transparent that you will clearly see the converter inside, but it does add a great depth to the look of the pen, that just screams top notch. A lighter pen body, but still feels incredibly solid, and comfortable, a real preference for me in what I look for in a pen. The gold hardware on the pen look great on the colour choice here, and the finish to them is great as well, over all everything is put together just right to make a well balance appearance and design that is timeless.
The nib on this pen is a 14K Medium nib, like most Japanese pens the medium is close to a western Fine you may find on an american or german made pen. It is smooth and very forgiving to angle and pressure choices, and delivers a line that isnt to wet, but not dry either, on a scale os (Dry)1 - 10(Wet), Id put this pen about a 4, which is right where I prefer my pens, although I did just pop the cart and dont think the feed is completely saturated yet, so you may get more out of this if loading with the converter from a bottle. Absolutely loved the feel of the nib, but it is a stiff nib with no give, it is what it is from beginning to end of line, which isnt a bad thing, just not the most preferable style nib for myself as I prefer a bit softer nib feel.
Overall I could have this pen in my pocket everyday and Be completely happy with it, but it just so happens that this pen has a slip and seal cap, basically the inner sleeve inside the cap that seals against the body of the pen once threaded in, is spring loaded to keep a tight seal when capped. The tests show a pen that can sit for 2 years and still write, I wouldnt do that myself mind you, but I have had pens sit for a week - a month before, so that would not be just a gimmicky feature as it seems useful, not a deal breaker, but something nice to have if already interested in this pen to begin with. The pen does use a converter system, but Platinums converter system is fantastic in my experience. The flow is superb, the converters are built really well, and they can even be taken apart for cleaning and maintenance, which is a great touch.
I love the pen, but as you may read above, im not keeping it as this was the pen for my 10k pick a PIF that Aristeros won. Im certain he will enjoy it as im in love with this pen, and will now seek out a "SF" nib version for myself. Platinum pens are loved by many members here and I can totally see why, shame they dont come up very often when people ask about pens. At a north american retail price of $176.00 it seems like a pen that doesnt offer much value beyond the price point, but if purchased from a Japanese seller you can get this guy (For me quicker then out of USA for some reason as its 3 days to my door) for half the retail or even less as retail from them is between 80-100 dollars on the Bourgogne series, at that price this is a fantastic value and a lot of pen for the money.
With a typical subtle and understated appearance to the 3776 line, it usually takes one in the hand to really appreciate the greatness of the Japanese pens. This line would fall in line with Pilots Custom Heritage line, or Sailors 1911, in the top tier of the everyday line up, this particular pen would be an entry level to that, similar to the Pilot CH74.
The translucent burgundy body is deep and rich, its not so transparent that you will clearly see the converter inside, but it does add a great depth to the look of the pen, that just screams top notch. A lighter pen body, but still feels incredibly solid, and comfortable, a real preference for me in what I look for in a pen. The gold hardware on the pen look great on the colour choice here, and the finish to them is great as well, over all everything is put together just right to make a well balance appearance and design that is timeless.
The nib on this pen is a 14K Medium nib, like most Japanese pens the medium is close to a western Fine you may find on an american or german made pen. It is smooth and very forgiving to angle and pressure choices, and delivers a line that isnt to wet, but not dry either, on a scale os (Dry)1 - 10(Wet), Id put this pen about a 4, which is right where I prefer my pens, although I did just pop the cart and dont think the feed is completely saturated yet, so you may get more out of this if loading with the converter from a bottle. Absolutely loved the feel of the nib, but it is a stiff nib with no give, it is what it is from beginning to end of line, which isnt a bad thing, just not the most preferable style nib for myself as I prefer a bit softer nib feel.
Overall I could have this pen in my pocket everyday and Be completely happy with it, but it just so happens that this pen has a slip and seal cap, basically the inner sleeve inside the cap that seals against the body of the pen once threaded in, is spring loaded to keep a tight seal when capped. The tests show a pen that can sit for 2 years and still write, I wouldnt do that myself mind you, but I have had pens sit for a week - a month before, so that would not be just a gimmicky feature as it seems useful, not a deal breaker, but something nice to have if already interested in this pen to begin with. The pen does use a converter system, but Platinums converter system is fantastic in my experience. The flow is superb, the converters are built really well, and they can even be taken apart for cleaning and maintenance, which is a great touch.
I love the pen, but as you may read above, im not keeping it as this was the pen for my 10k pick a PIF that Aristeros won. Im certain he will enjoy it as im in love with this pen, and will now seek out a "SF" nib version for myself. Platinum pens are loved by many members here and I can totally see why, shame they dont come up very often when people ask about pens. At a north american retail price of $176.00 it seems like a pen that doesnt offer much value beyond the price point, but if purchased from a Japanese seller you can get this guy (For me quicker then out of USA for some reason as its 3 days to my door) for half the retail or even less as retail from them is between 80-100 dollars on the Bourgogne series, at that price this is a fantastic value and a lot of pen for the money.
