Kaweco Perkeo Cotton Candy Fountain Pen I Fountain Pen for Ink Cartridges School Fountain Pen I Beginner Fountain Pen with Ergonomic Grip for Comfortable Writing I Nib Width: F (fine).

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But as said, over a short time the looks did grow on me, with the converter gradually emptying being part of that. In Kaweco's historical records, the PERKEO model can be found as early as 1900, in the form of an eye- dropper, in a catalogue of the Heidelberger Federhalterfabrik (dip pen factory). Presumably due to safety (anti-choking) reasons, there are subtle air gaps in the barrel finial meaning you will not be able to eye dropper this pen, which is partly a shame as you can with the plastic Sports and this has an advantage I will cover shortly. Where to get hold of one Almost any fountain pen retailer you choose; these aren’t hard to find at all.

Aside from this, I have another on which the barrel does not screw on to the section tightly and seamlessly and ends up with a little bit of play and a slight gap. I don't quite understand why any pen manufacturer would fit their product in such a way to limit their audience, but there you go. Each pen is hand assembled in Nuremberg, Germany to,"create a beloved and loyal companion in everyday life even after years. It is the DNA in the cap with it’s octagonal shape with facets that look like they have been sanded down leaving the curved ends behind.

I’m very happy with the fine (not at all scratchy) but think the medium would probably also have been fine, I guess it just means I’ll have to treat myself to one in medium as well! Also, I have found that the Fine versions have a delightful feedback to them which I enjoy, on smooth paper. While thin these do seem to be quite effective at stopping the pen body from rolling (when uncapped). The Kaweco Perkeo Fountain Pen is a charming writing instrument that combines vintage design with modern functionality.

I found the “ergonomic” triangle grip was subtle enough that it didn’t interfere with my usual lefty pen holds. This matte finish and contrasting colour combinations make this classic pen look fresh and youthful.

It is also a medium that is very much serendipity led and the beauty of the final outcomes are often dictated by this.

It might be dependant on using a clear converter, but the ink saturation in the clear section and feed, plus a partially full converter does make for an attractive proposition, at least with the turquoise ink it is presently filled with.Looking at the section and there can be no doubt the Perkeo is aimed at young students as there is very prominent moulding to force a tripod grip. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I have a pair of these which perform well and are comfortable although I have mixed feelings about the look. I'd recommend not trying unless there is a pressing need--and be careful to not damage the nib as you pull.

Experimenting with fountain pen ink to further its creative potential for use within the visual arts. The low weight and optimised grip section support the hand posture and allow for long, fatigue-proof writing fun. Please also take time to read our post-Brexit information page if you are outside the UK to see what will happen now with tax and import duty. If this isn’t quite your cup of tea, but almost… If you like the Kaweco look but want something pocket-sized, of course there’s the trusty Sport – while if you want an entry-level German fountain pen but can’t find a Perkeo, the Pelikano occupies similar territory. Visually, the octagonal cap and the 16-sided barrel harmonise perfectly with each other, as the different angles of the surfaces create a unique play of light and shadow.You will probably still have to pay some form of import duty to your local tax authorities when your parcel arrives. And this makes sense as the Perkeo is a fairly recent contemporary pen design from Kaweco which exudes youthfulness and enthusiasm.