HongDian Stainless Steel Fountain Pen Extra Fine Nib with Converter and Metal Pen Box

I've tried writing with this and the flow is good and the extra fine sized nib is good. It is also less likely to bleed or feather if you happen to be writing on some plain old crummy paper, also because of the nib size. The finish doesn't peel, And the parts on mine all screwed on without any problems. I don't object to not getting any cartridges and getting a convertor instead as it described in the ad. The cartridges for all pens are both expensive and you go through them like candy if you write very much with your pen, so using the convertor and bottled ink is better. This convertor is nice also because it is the twist style which I think is easier to use than others I've seen. The review videos other folks have made don't like the little spring in the convertor. Word is they might get stuck and make cleaning out the pen for another color of ink a pain. I haven't run into those problems with the convertor yet with either the sticking or the cleaning. But if I do, it is evidently easy enough to remove the spring and still use the convertor without any trouble. I have black ink in this pen right now and have some blue coming, so I can test the cleaning process soon. Overall, it seems a very good pen for the money and makes me wonder why I would need a $10,000 pen at all. I've had a couple of Cross pens that wouldn't get the same review. As I hinted in the headline, one of them had a black finish that peeled and forced me to turn it into a brass pen that tarnishes with use and periodically has to have brass cleaner put on it. I also eventually polished the brass to a shine with a buffer wheel too. The other Cross pen I have came out of the box with a nib that leaked ink into the cap and the plastic bottom or body of the pen would periodically get popped off its threads cockeyed on the nib when you stick the pen in your pocket. With a convertor in the pen, the body of the pen can knock the convertor out and create an ink spill when you have this problem with the threads. My suggestion is try this one out instead. There is something to be said for a brushed metal body on a fountain pen and the extra fine nib that came on the one I ordered here. Also the threads on this one are working better.

Well made, seems sturdy and works pretty well! Well balanced in the hand when writing. Does seem to not be as consistently fluid when writing, but this could also be a fault of the ink.

The media could not be loaded.  Hongdian is a Chinese brand that only recently got on my radar with its handsome "stealth" matte black, black forest pen. That pen fulfilled my expectations, but THIS one totally exceeds them. It's that good.First of all, this pen reminds me of the Pilot Murex, widely considered a grail vintage pen which is difficult to obtain and commands street prices close to $200. The greatest difference is that it unfortunately does not have an integrated nib design; however, the upside of that is that it has a standard screw in nib unit which can be easily maintained, swapped for any #5 nib in case of damage, or simply because you want a more custom writing experience.The pen has an extremely attractive brushed stainless steel finish and pleasing heft with good presence in the hand. Please see photos for visual comparison to the Ensso Italia Titanium. The threads are smooth and uncapping takes an easy two turns. The body has a minimalistic profile with no cap lip and a very pleasing taper. The minimalistic appearance is enhanced with very little branding aside from the tasteful logo on the clip and etched model name in small letters, "HONGDIAN 517S". Even the nib is tastefully done, engraved with some curlicues, logo and nib size rather than "super quality" or "made in China" as some other Chinese pens are wont to do.The design is not only beautiful, but also quite functional as EDC with a simple, sturdy and easy-to-use clip. The section has a ribbed texture which adds visual interest as well as slight grippiness. There is a slight step from the section to the body; however, the section is long enough that this does not interfere with my grip and also helps streamline the body profile.Overall, the pen feels slim and light enough to be comfortable for those who have smaller hands, yet has enough presence and length to appeal to fans of medium or larger pens. It also looks like a pen that would hold up to hard use at school or outdoors and yet fit in to any corporate work environment. It's subtle, classy, and feels like a pen you can depend on.Truly, this pen is a hidden gem and I don't know why it isn't talked about more in the fountain pen community. Do yourself a favor and try this pen out, especially if you've ever considered shelling out the big bucks for the Myu or Murex or similar-looking pens.

Funciona muy bien

Sehr schön in der Sammlung

The mostly metal construction is really very good, no obvious finish or manufacturing flaws in my copy. The nib is on the fine side and very smooth, ink management seems good.I really like the plain style and anonymous look of this pen, understated and great value for money.

As expected well balanced and free flow of ink.

Dommage qu'une belle stylo dans une belle boite ne fonctionne pas de tout. Le petit ressort dans le reservoir s'est détaché. S'il y a quelque chose à faire pour le mettre en marche, il n y a pas un livret pour l'expliquer.Très, très embêtant.