Sailor Pen profit of 21 characters 11-2021-420 (japan import) by Sailor Pen

I bought this pen shipped from Japan because the price of this 1911 Large was much lower than that in the western markets.What was weird was that the box that it came in (more accurately the cardboard sleeve, as the box is universal among the Sailor pens) was for a different model (Pro-Gear Sapporro). However, inside the box, you see the correct pen with the correct contents and instructions (in Japanese). I believe that just the sleeve is replaced, so nothing to worry about.Like most JDM imports, the pens come with a little tag attached to the clip telling the model and price. This is one of my favourite bits, other than the pen. This confirms that this is the "Large" version, as well as the length being closer to 141mm than 135mm.You may have noticed that I put the large in quotation marks. This is because I was initially disappointed with the size. Although it fits, it is a bit small. I would definitely avoid the 1911 Standard if you have average-sized hands (like mine) or larger. It's also a better option as you get a slightly larger nib. Quite recently, both the Sailor 1911S and 1911L have 21k nibs, so you have to be very careful which one you order. There should be no reason why you would go for the standard (Small) if the Large one is of similar pricing. Sailor name their pens similar to the way Ibanez label their guitars - a combination of digits and numbers. 11-2021-420 is this pen. The most important thing from this number is the "20" part of the 2021 section as that indicates 20k jyp or thereabout. This higher price (as opposed to 12/13) indicates the "larger version".I also thought that the quality of the plastic was lower than what I was expecting - a level lower than the platinum 3776 - a cheaper pen. MY first Sailor was a Pro Gear KOP translucent green, which had higher quality resin, comparable to the 3776. The sizing of the KOP was also much better - it was wider, but also longer - in fact, longer than this 1911L, even though the pro gear has the cut off tips. However, the KOP is 4x the price and the review isn't about this.If this is the case, then why do people bother buying Sailors? The reason is (other than the special editions,) because of the nib. This nib is a Hard-Medium, as stamped on the side of the nib. This means that they are not designed to be flexy. These are described to be like nails. I would definitely disagree. There is a bit of bounce when writing (I write with light-medium pressure). This provides a bit of fluidity to the feel. Although I say this, DO NOT go pushing this nib - you won't get much line variation and it isn't designed to. I can also expect the standard version will have less due to it's smaller size.Sailors are also said to have small sweet-spots - I also somewhat disagree. What they do have is a very noticeable location where the sweet spot is - in fact, you can even see it easily with your bare eyes. However, there are a few angles which actually provide a pleasurable experience, at least on the version I got.You are provided with instructions and 2 black cartridges. The black ink is nice. Saturated but not too much. I have no fears of it staining the pen. It comes with NO converter, and while that may come as a disappointment (It actually is), it's not too bad. The cartridges are larger than the converter, and although less than a piston mechanism, you should have no problems lasting your full writing session. Anyway, if you're the type to use bottled ink, you should also have a syringe (preferably a blunt-ended needle) to fill up empty cartridges/entire body reservoirs - pens such as the Moonman M2, Wancai and C1, Opus 88, true Pilot Namiki range (e.g emperors) and others require that anyway.If you find the sweet-spot of the sailor pens, then the writing is very smooth. Smoother than what many describe as the feedback from a graphite pencil. What Sailor nibs give you is accurate feedback - super glossy on high-quality paper such as TR paper/Clairefontaine but quite rough on rougher paper such as generic printer paper. The difference, however, is if you can maintain the sweet-spot, negligible - Very smooth on both.The flow of ink is very satisfying - not dry, somewhat wet and VERY consistent - more than my platinum. It is well known that Japanese, especially Platinum and Sailor grind their nibs smaller than Western brands do, but I was somewhat surprised to see the line be a bit wider. Either I received a wider nib (perfectly fine for English writing) or I was expecting a Japanese Fine. I believe that the first is more accurate. My KOP medium is slightly skinnier and I have relatively small writing, and so I notice small changes in thickness. Don't be scared of a Sailor Medium. I'd, however, do my research before ordering anything skinnier.Sailor have a similar slip 'n seal technology to the one advertised in Platinnum's pens. I can feel the inner sprung cap in my sailor KOP and Platinum 3776 when screwing shut, however, I don't on this 1911L unless it's very light, it activates right at the last moment or doesn't have one at all. It's also worth mentioning that Sailor opt for an o'ring between the body section and the feed-grip section, further sealing that section too. My Platinum 3776 doesn't have one there but seems to seal just as good.Overall, the pen feels small and the body feels cheap, but the nib is AMAZING! You can try many other brands such as some from Italy, Germany or even Chinese nibs, and although you'll initially find them amazing, the Sailor nibs offer a special kind of feedback and consistency. £120 isn't cheap but isn't really that expensive, and so Yes, I do believe this is worth the money. The way it writes is phenomenal and that surely is the point? The platinum 3776 gives you build quality and a decent nib, but this 1911 has a nib to die for in my opinion.At this price point, I can bring this pen with me everywhere and won't have to constantly worry about it.Should you buy it? YES.The only reason you should avoid a Sailor FP is that you already have one or you are choosing a different model.(I should also note that I am NOT brand biased. My dream pen is a Pilot Namiki.)Hope this review helped.

プロムナード中細に次いで、2本目の金ペン万年筆の購入です。プロムナードもとても良い万年筆なのです。14金ペン先も硬めでしっかりしていていいのですが、やはりセーラーを使うなら21金のペン先を試してみたかった。また、プロムナードの握る所のネジ山の後ろの段差が少し急で、書いているとちょっと痛くなるのがずっと気になっていました。反面、プロフィットJr.などを握ると、ネジ山の後ろに平面が取ってある為なだらかで、握っても痛くない。写真を見るとプロフィット系はみんなこんな感じ。書いている時の快適さを求めたくなりました。プロフィット21とプロフィットスタンダード21とで迷いましたが、プロムナードとほぼ同サイズのプロフィットスタンダード21では少し短いかと感じ、王道のプロフィット21に決めました。また、インクはペリカンのブルーブラックを使用している為、中細では少しインクフローが渋く感じられたので、中字を選びました。書いてみたところ、私の求めた通りの書き心地で、感動しました！ネジ山は痛くないし、ペン先はプロムナードの14金よりも明らかに柔らかさを感じます。そして中字を選んだことで明らかにインクフローも向上し、ヌラヌラ感を味わえます。字の太さも、ちょうどいい！これからは、この万年筆で日記を書くのが至福の憩いの時間になりそうです。やっぱり、セーラーがいちばん好みです。これからもずっと大事に使っていきたい！

普通字を買いましたが太すぎました、手紙の宛名専用で使っています。