I write longhand using mechanical pencils and fountain pens; for the most part – 2mm leads kept sharp and fine nibs preferred. Another time, I will write about preferences. Today just a word about the disappointment of two pens: Kaweco Sport and the TWBSI Eco – pens I like but which have not stood up well.
The Sport was my favorite toss in the pocket pen with a nib which worked well for me. And then, it began to leak while closed. Fortunately, the seal kept the ink in the pen. I own two and both developed the same problem. Perhaps, the problem was a bad run of cartridges. When I’m feeling flush, I’ll see. Meanwhile, I put in a new cartridge and keep the pen upright when I am not using it.
The TWBSI Eco similarly disappointed but differently. I own three and use one filled with red ink for editorial markings. The pen works well and fills easily. The other two Ecos each developed a problem where the tines separated from the feed shoulder. I may try a bit of glue some long Saturday afternoon.
east of the fog 