Two new Pens

JohnDoom · Sep 30, 2014

I recently picked up a couple new pens. I got the Lamy 2000 from Amazon -

I couldn't wait the 2 days for delivery, so I stopped by the local pen store (who didn't carry the 2000) to try out a few Lamy nibs to see how I liked them - I was about to leave (only purchasing some Sandalwood Proraso) when the shopkeep had me try out a Pilot Metropolitan.

What a beauty! For only 20 dollars, how could I say no? Which brings me to my next point.

Hi. My name is John and I have acquisition disorder.

Jut · Sep 30, 2014

JohnDoom said:
I recently picked up a couple new pens. I got the Lamy 2000 from Amazon -

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I couldn't wait the 2 days for delivery, so I stopped by the local pen store (who didn't carry the 2000) to try out a few Lamy nibs to see how I liked them - I was about to leave (only purchasing some Sandalwood Proraso) when the shopkeep had me try out a Pilot Metropolitan.

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What a beauty! For only 20 dollars, how could I say no? Which brings me to my next point.

Hi. My name is John and I have acquisition disorder.

Hi, my names is Justin and I have the same AD, so I'm not really to sure to tell you about that, other than, WELCOME ABOARD :thumbup1:

I do know that the L2K is one of my favorite pens. What Nib did you get? Do you have it in hand yet, or still waiting?

one cut · Sep 30, 2014

That is funny both of those pens are on my to get list in that order to.

JohnDoom · Sep 30, 2014

You might want to note, the Lamy's nib is a bit larger than you'd think. A Lamy fine is a bit more like a medium. I have the extra-fine in the 2000 and the line is a bit larger than the pilot fine - however, the 2000 writes smoothly, beautifully, and has a great flow that keeps up with me at any speed.

JohnDoom · Sep 30, 2014

Jut said:
Hi, my names is Justin and I have the same AD, so I'm not really to sure to tell you about that, other than, WELCOME ABOARD

I do know that the L2K is one of my favorite pens. What Nib did you get? Do you have it in hand yet, or still waiting?

I have the extra-fine Nib on the L2k - it's this guy: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIZNY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1#

I've been writing with it all weekend!

Jut · Sep 30, 2014

JohnDoom said:
I have the extra-fine Nib on the L2k - it's this guy: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIZNY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1#

I've been writing with it all weekend!

It seems that you are enjoying it based on your enthusiasm. Congratulations; a great pen for sure!

Jut · Sep 30, 2014

And an excellent price I would add :thumbup1:

shaversnapper · Sep 30, 2014

JohnDoom said:
I recently picked up a couple new pens. I got the Lamy 2000 from Amazon -

I couldn't wait the 2 days for delivery, so I stopped by the local pen store .

oh man, if I'm anything like you, I'm doomed! I just ordered some new pens myself on Friday, but they're shipping from China, so I think its going to be a while. I am feeling the itch though. however there is only 1 pen shop around here that I know of and it would be a chore to get out there so that should help.

nice haul. I thought about the Metro, but opted for the super cheap Chinese pens for starters. good for you, that Lamy 2000 is a sweetheart.

JohnDoom · Sep 30, 2014

shaversnapper said:
oh man, if I'm anything like you, I'm doomed! I just ordered some new pens myself on Friday, but they're shipping from China, so I think its going to be a while. I am feeling the itch though. however there is only 1 pen shop around here that I know of and it would be a chore to get out there so that should help.

nice haul. I thought about the Metro, but opted for the super cheap Chinese pens for starters. good for you, that Lamy 2000 is a sweetheart.

I tried out a Chinese pen quite a while ago, and I think they can be good. The one I had would have been better used as a chisel for writing in granite, but I've heard they also have some great (and inexpensive) FPs! Let us know how you like them when you get them!

shaversnapper · Sep 30, 2014

JohnDoom said:
I tried out a Chinese pen quite a while ago, and I think they can be good. The one I had would have been better used as a chisel for writing in granite, but I've heard they also have some great (and inexpensive) FPs! Let us know how you like them when you get them!

I shall indeed.......however the way it seems, I will be old and grey before that happens :wheelchair:

Dave258 · Sep 30, 2014

The Lamy 2000 is a great pen, IMHO.

Runnin_Ute · Sep 30, 2014

Have a Metropolitan. Perhaps a L2K someday......

andrew98 · Sep 30, 2014

Dave258 said:
The Lamy 2000 is a great pen, IMHO.

Big +1

-Andy

RichieRich3902 · Oct 1, 2014

My Lamy 2000 is in my top three as a go to pen. Great choice!

JohnDoom · Oct 2, 2014

Wow, the converter on the Metro ran out quickly. I've put in the cartridge it comes with, so we'll see how long that lasts. I like it otherwise. The 2000 flows really well, almost too well, so it bleeds through the pages of standard paper pretty easily - but it feels so damned nice to write with.

Bob L. · Oct 2, 2014

My Lamy 2000 is my favorite modern pen. Enjoy

syngent · Oct 2, 2014

Nice Pens John, glad to see you are enjoying them. The 2000 is a cool pen for sure

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