refraction 
okay so what are good fountain pens to get? would ideally want something that gives some line variation, but anything nice and affordable will be considered.
also would like ink recommendations both for fountain and dip pens.
Ranja ١٣١٢@elexia
If I were to get a new one atm I'd look for a Kaweco Sport. Or, if I were wealthy, a Pelican 200. both with a fine nib.
Ink wise, I had the most crisp lines with Lamy Crystal ink.
@elexia
But that's just my taste. My dad gifted me a Pelikan 200 10 years ago and it is still my favourite. I use it for both, sketching and writing
And for calligraphy, when I write in Blackletter, I use a simple Lamy Safari with a 1.9mm calligraphy nib.
@ranja oh, they have calligraphy nibs for those? will have to look for those
@elexia
Jap. Those nibs are for their calligraphy pens but they fit the Safari one as well.
Idk, not a big fan of Lamy but it was the cheapest option for a broad nib suitable for writing Textura or Fraktura.
Jap. Those nibs are for their calligraphy pens but they fit the Safari one as well.
Idk, not a big fan of Lamy but it was the cheapest option for a broad nib suitable for writing Textura or Fraktura.
@elexia
As for the Kaweco, I had the pleasure of using them a couple of times and I just love how they feel in the hand. If I had to replace my Pelikan, that's what I'd save up to.
As for the Kaweco, I had the pleasure of using them a couple of times and I just love how they feel in the hand. If I had to replace my Pelikan, that's what I'd save up to.