Platinum Preppy vs Lamy LX

Again, though, not going for pretty or sexy. I just want a decent writer that won't break the bank if it has to be replaced. The price of the converter was more than the pen, but because it allows me to use whatever ink I want I have no complaints about that. My total cost for pen and converter was less than $15

We looked at an LX, the last model that is, and other than potential quality there is absolutely zero reason to choose one over a Range Rover.

Due to an incident in class where the ink exploded over my hand, I've been wary to bring it with me back to the lecture hall. I've read also that Noodler's Black writes dry (in my limited experience, this is the case) paired with the Lamy Safari. I use the Safari mostly for penning long writings in my notebook, but since I do it infrequently, I find myself needing to change out the ink in the Safari since it's dried out since last use. Platinum's slip and seal mechanism is a useful tool since it keeps away ink evaporation

My only quibble is the build quality of the grip where it screws into the body and the ink cartridge is attached. It's plastic and feels a little wonky when I screw it in or out - I fear it may not last long. It's a little cheap-feeling.

Otherwise, go back to ballpoint, but know that you really didn’t engage with fountain pen in the way that’s intended.

The pen I received was plastic and not aluminum. Very disappointed with this purchase. UPDATED 16 June 2021 Order this pen from a different vendor and got the same pen. The reason I am giving this a 3-star review is that the pen is not full aluminum nor is the carry case, the outer body is maybe 40% and the rest is plastic

Cheap. So, why just three stars--especially when I'm a fan of cheap fountain pens? Because this pen is so utilitarian in appearance and handling, it removes all romance from the writing experience. If Jinhao and Gullor and a bunch of Indian (even Pakistani) pen companies weren't putting out gorgeous pens for the same price, this would be a five-star pen. But you can get luscious pens that feel like fine tools and write, honestly, like Meisterstucks, for the same price

You'll pay about $50 for one at pen chalet, with one of their easy-to-find 10% coupons. (Try the codes 2Guys or SBREbrown to start.)

Personally I find the low weight makes me prone to twist it in my fingers a bit, which is bad when it comes to a precise fountain pen with a small sweet-spot.

The weight of the pen (without the cap) feels perfect, a bit heavy on the back with the cap. The pen writes pretty well - but my nib (F) is really scratchy for some reason. I've used other LAMY Lx pens, and they felt extremely smooth to write with, so I'm wondering if I got a dud. I can't return it because of shipping fees (I live outside US)