2022 Jinhao x159 Unboxing and Review vs Montblanc 149
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Күн бұрынJinhao has updated their heavyweight 159 models by introducing the new model x159 which is made of resin instead of brass. It is also almost a spitting image of the Montblanc 149 now. I unbox it, talk about the parts and features of the pen, provide some size comparisons and measurements, and then do a writing sample. I compare it with the old model and a Montblanc 149 Calligraphy.
After the writing sample, I talk about what I like and what I don't like about the pen. Please feel free to use the chapters below to skip to various review parts.
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Introduction 1:01
Unboxing 2:13
Parts and Features 4:53
Size Comparisons 19:28
Measurements 20:31
Writing Sample 20:02
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Likes and Dislikes 27:46
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@davidward5225 Жыл бұрын
Just got my first Jinhao x159 and it won’t be the last. My collection consists mainly of 14-18kt gold nibs. But this has to be the best stainless nib I’ve ever written with. Thanks for helping me make this choice.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@nickturner2813 Жыл бұрын
My X159 should be here in a few days so I've brought my real MB 149 into service again ready to make the comparison.
@WeekendWarrior1 Жыл бұрын
Doug, Just wanna report that I got the Jinhao today! It didn't get writing immediately, but when it did it was a beauty! It doesn't feel cheap too! The nib is the difference maker versus a Montblanc, I agree. Thanks for the great content.
@joefaracevideos Жыл бұрын
While I didn't think it was possible Doug, these reviews keep getting better and better. Thanks so much. PS, I think I'm going to order one of these...
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@amyr.862 Жыл бұрын
The weight has kept me away from getting a 159 so far. If they start making these in all the crazy colors of the orignal, Jinhao will have a reborn classic on their hands.
@unknowncrash1 Жыл бұрын
The long awaited review!!!
@Sonicman415 Жыл бұрын
Cooooool review. Thank you! That Mont Blanc nib is absolutely stunning. I picked up the Jinhao X159 in black w gold hardware and a two tone nib for my brother. Impressive for a $13 pen on Amazon. I may pick up a cream color one for myself in Jan. I need those grit pads.. way cool
@aidesbnlee5422 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this review. Being a student I don’t have enough money to buy my dream Montblanc pen. Jinhao is also a good choice❤
@Innieminnie Жыл бұрын
Doug, I’m 25 years old and I’m working on building my career. I watch your videos and I hope I have a fulfilling post retirement “career” like you do with fountain pens, guitars, and KZfaq. Cheers!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Good luck to you SJ! And hard work and focus on your goals well get you far!
@ccahua Жыл бұрын
Came for the pen, stayed for mom wisdom. Mom would be proud: great instructional review on affordable pen, nib smoothing, wise quotations (Mom and Confucius), etc. Just telling not teaching ;-)
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Right on!
@victormcarrasco4821 Жыл бұрын
Thank you big time!! I just made this treatment to my new x159 (blue one) and oh boy... The smoothness with no jumpy fast strokes are on the menu tonight for writing! Greetings from México ✌🏽
@nmkjnmnjm Жыл бұрын
I got mine this week. Incredible value. This pen writes wonderfully, perfect balance.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@JoshuaAllenDeMoss Жыл бұрын
“Semi precious resin” made me lol the first time. Another excellent review. Time to pick up an x159!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
LOL!
@charlesbrough6185 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Doug! Entertaining an informative as always... and mine is on the way!
@tomasortiz1606 Жыл бұрын
Great job. Thoroughly enjoyed this video and the short tutorial on working on nibs. Thank you and keep up the great work.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@rtcoffee1235 Жыл бұрын
Looks like Jinhao’s R&D on resins is finally paying off. Many of their old model pens is made out of coated brass, while now they’ve producing pretty high quality acrylic bodies. Wish they’d incorporate the #8 nibs to their duofold clones. That’d really be awesome. ☺️
@w.j.m.91 5 ай бұрын
I'm pretty sure the actual Duofold has a nib closer to no. 6. This huge nib would look rather out of place.
@somnathsikdar6657 Жыл бұрын
I ordered two the other day for 12 Euros, shipping included. I am so full of anticipation for this pen 😄. Thanks for the review!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@andrewscott9610 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jack, and thank you sir for all the time you spend reviewing fountain pens.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Indeed! Thanks, Jack!
@TalesFromTheScript Жыл бұрын
What a splendid, in-depth review. Just ordered two for myself to add to my collection (and compare to my 159s (which I like, but hopefully this improved incarnation is a step (or two) up), and can't wait to get my hands on them, ink them up, and get writing!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@scottdublin4164 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Like you, I love fountain pens and guitars. The mustache bridge on that Gibson is magnificent!! Thanks for another excellent review...which I'm sure will lead to another purchase!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
My Gibson SJ200 Golden Age is one of 75 made and my prized possession. Incredible acoustic guitar.
@Richard1855 Жыл бұрын
G’day from Down Under Doug, your video @ 1:54, I couldn’t help but notice when you said: "if you can save 1200 bucks", you had an extra hint of cheekiness to your usual smile ha! ha! Btw I have already ordered my X159 prior to writing this feedback. Can’t wait for its arrival, takes a bit longer to get to me in Australia compared to you guys in the Northern Hemisphere. Like a lot of pen hobbyists I do own a 159 and reluctantly have not been using it due to its weight. Absolutely love your X159 vs 149 comparison and review of the X159. Us mere mortals would definitely benefit from watching your video, especially the tuning of the nib. Tempted to buy another, to gift it to someone, anyone for that matter. As much as this is your serious review, love the humour you put into it as well. Keep them videos coming and thank you Doug.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Richard! I said $1200 because that is what my local brick 'n mortar shop charges for a 149 at the moment.
@Richard1855 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds just received my X159 (two in fact, decided on another as had gifting one in mind). Did the mandatory flushing, inked it and it wrote straight off, albeit had a bit of feedback and bit dry for my liking. Pull out my pen tuning kit and gave it a going over resulting in it being smother. Spread the tynes/tines using a method I learnt watching KZfaq(Japanese nib meister that said that his thumb nail is part of his tool kit), by gently pressing the nib on my left thumb nail( I am right handed). This created better ink flow, resulting in it being nice and wet; the way I like it. The X159 is now one of workhorses that goes to work with me. Thank you for indulging me
@edgaraquino2324 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for this comprehensive review & comparison...
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@paulopacheco3944 Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this video and I am looking forward to the Sheaffer pen review.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
@archivist17 Жыл бұрын
Superb and eye opening review, thhanks, Doug.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@OpusX2010X Жыл бұрын
Having recently found your channel, I am enjoying the videos greatly. This looks like a great starter pen for the price. I will be watching this again to take notes on the replacement canister options. Thank you for your insight and wishing you all the best from the States.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@OpusX2010X Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Thank you and update. The X159 showed up today after ordering it off Amazon almost two weeks ago. She took some convincing to prime but after advancing the ink into the nib with the provided converter, she writes beautifully. I could not be happier with my purchase and never would have known about this gem without your review. So very much enjoying y our channel and can't wait for the TWSBI GO to arrive. Thanks again!
@greyareaRK1 Жыл бұрын
I paid the same, and a longer wait. Thanks for this.
@TheOkazakiGuy Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video, Doug. I have continued to use mine daily since my FB post that you responded to and I am really enjoying it. I hope you're right about this being the beginning of many more with this model. I'd love to get an EF nib; more colors might also be fun.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@alexandrevaliquette3883 2 ай бұрын
11:06 I really like that part. It show how close they are. Sure, with eyes open and a magnifier you can tell differences. I think fountain pen, even the cheap ones, are a head turner. It's a sign of refinement. And under 5$ US, you get a very similar experience to the 1000$ counterpart that include the iconic logo. I just can't wait to get my x159 Black and gold plated ordered few weeks ago! 2024 price on Aliexpress: 6.48$ cdn (4.78$ us) shipping to Canada included.
@danmagoo Жыл бұрын
What a great surprise! I've ordered the micro-mesh you demonstrated, to cut the initial scratchiness, but already I have found that a few minutes of drawing loops and ovals with slight pressure, and of course your "7 strokes," has made a notable difference, and made this pen a real pleasure to use. I draw with my fountain pens, more than writing with them (I'm a leftie and not an under-writer), so I treasure a bit of line variation that doesn't require tricky angle-changes and catching that comes with many flex nibs, and this pen is looking like it might become a favorite go-to choice. The size and feel are especially nice, and I find it actually flexes better than my (non-calligraphy) MB 149s. Looking forward to the Medum and maybe Broad options too. Thanks for the great video as always.
@danmagoo Жыл бұрын
FOLLOW-UP: After getting and using the micro-mesh to smooth the tip as you showed, this pen is really quite amazing, including way more flex than expected. Thanks for the advice and demo. I'm currently enjoying this pen more than the pricier options, and it's great to know that if I somehow get carried away and spring it, or lose it, it's not a tragedy. I've already ordered a back-up x159.
@zathrasnotzathras655 Жыл бұрын
I’ve always thought that shield on the clip was reminiscent of what duke used to do on their pens. But then again Duke and Jinhao are probably the same factory
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I think you're right about the same factory.
@darylsalazar8244 Жыл бұрын
I am waiting for mine to arrive. I ordered specifically for the purpose of trying out if I'd be comfortable with MB 149's size. Great video by the way!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Daryl!
@MrAndrew1953 Жыл бұрын
How do I renew membership
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
@@MrAndrew1953 Just click here: kzfaq.info/love/bT6bph6TcR-6ByiXzU3RYgjoin
@MissMarilynDarling Жыл бұрын
This was a GREAT review Thanks Doug :)
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks Marilyn!
@barryday680 Жыл бұрын
I ordered three at 4.39 each and they are beautiful and write so well. I’m impressed. I cant wait until they come out with new colors and nib sizes. I plan to get them. Highly recommend. Huge improvement over the old metal ugly clip 159.
@user-gc6tv1bh1v Жыл бұрын
I don’t know why I am here, I’m not really a pen enthusiast nor have I even watched any videos on pens. However, I am interested in these seemingly exotic pens.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Cool! Welcome!
@nope8535 7 ай бұрын
That was me a few months ago. I have 7 fountain pens now. Regrind my own nibs, and buying more pens and ink.
@LisaPottinger Жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video, Doug. I’m waiting for my X159 to arrive from China. Can’t wait. I have a Montblanc 146 and it’s the perfect size for my hand so I’m not sure about the larger size pen but looking forward to using a number 8 nib.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
The 149 is a BIG pen there is no question. The 146 is probably a sweet spot for most hands.
@sailcat9 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for such a fun video! I have two of these bad boys on order. I had previously ordered two pens clearly described as X159 from a vendor on Ali Express but, sadly, that seller "carelessly" shipped two ordinary 159s. **sigh** I then ordered two more X159s, one each from two vendors on eBay whom I know a bit better (just to be safe) and I am again awaiting their delivery. In any case, I get a kick out of these inexpensive knockabout pens and I appreciate your well-reasoned and thoughtful assessment of the X159! So thanks, Doug, for another enjoyable video! Well done!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, sailcat9!
@MrGchiasson Жыл бұрын
I've watched a few reviews on the X159...and ordered one last night. I'll keep it next to my Sailor 1911. Great video! Thanx!
@Javi_C Жыл бұрын
Thanks Doug!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@jacobus57 Жыл бұрын
Aside from the nib, two great things: Resin and they ditched the ghastly cheezeball clip!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Only black mark is the 3 turns to uncap.
@lucm6476 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video , i just ordered on this week. My only apprehension is the nib . I guess will see in a couple of weeks.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!
@Scouzeboy Жыл бұрын
Greetings from Australia. Great hat. Great Video. I have ordered one from China. Keep em coming Doug.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@DavidMunson Жыл бұрын
Just got one of these as a pen I can safely use at work. I teach young kids, and I prefer to use a pen I can let them try out without worrying, so when they show up, the good pens get put away and the cheap ones come out. I've been really pleasantly surprised by this one. Feels good in the hand and writes really well. Factor in the price and it's an absurdly good value.
@AJKlos Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs!!
@wendyholiday2021 Жыл бұрын
Waiting for mine to arrive.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy it!
@Copperplate_1969 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful music! 🎸 Very nice sunhat! 🌞 Thank you for the information about this pen. It's too big for me, but I will pass on the news to some friends with larger hands. 😀
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
So nice of you!
@BerndtNorten Жыл бұрын
Those Godin guitars truly are special.
@jls3220 Жыл бұрын
Another excellent assessment of Chinese pens. I thought I wasn’t going to buy any. Because of you and a couple of others. Even though you had to work with yours, this pen does write very smoothly. Thank you always.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jorge!
@thesafetytech Жыл бұрын
Just saw that new colors (aside from black) are now available for this model. Red & Blue. :)
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I’ve just ordered the red!
@argilaga Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I really like mine, the size is perfect to use it unposted.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@s10408 Жыл бұрын
Thank you good sir for blessing us yet with another review. I had gotten the Majohn M800 because of you and i love it except for the nib which i believe will fit a jowo #6 from your comparison video. Guess I'll just have to spend my measly university allowance to get this thick boy.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I'm seeing the x159 for $4US with shipping today on Aliexpress! Incredible.
@s10408 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Andddddd i got it, youre the best worst influence on me ever since I started watching your channel
@edanthony6 Жыл бұрын
I ordered x159 right after I saw your 100 Mini review. I'm eager to get it, though I'd like a M or B nib. I really hope x159 is popular and soon comes with broader nibs. The heft of the 159 has not bothered me, and I love the grip girthiness and nib swapping, though I love the lighter Jh 9056, too. I have never mis-threaded the cap on Jh159 and will take extra care now; thanks for the hint. With my Jh159, paint chips off the cap and body. Cosmetics matter little to me, though, as long as nib on paper works well. In my opinion, all of a pen exists to serve the nib and its flow, anyhow.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I agree 100%, Ed!
@archivist17 Жыл бұрын
You're right about the 159 and nib swapping. I was regretting buying one until I put in a stub nib, which makes it shine!
@Javi_C Жыл бұрын
I was always a fine nib type of person, but once I tried a stub, I always go for a stub 100% of the time!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
The 159 is great for nib experimentation and it is built like a tank - except for the cap cross-threading issues.
@BigHenFor Жыл бұрын
I hope it gets the same range of finishes as its doorstopper sister. It's fun buy.
@user-gl5ld9vm7i Жыл бұрын
Great playing! Love Clapton. Do you play, or have played any Stevie Ray Vaughn?
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
OMG SRV is "savant level" playing. I've played his acoustic song "Life by the Drop"
@santauxia Жыл бұрын
Great review. I believe they will sell like warm bread!!!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I hope so!
@connorbnelson Жыл бұрын
Kind of tempted to get one just to yank the nib and put it in a Ranga. Some of their bigger pens are compatible with Bock #8 nibs, so I'm curious if this will work. Unfortunately, it looks like that listing at 19:22 is for some cartridges, not the pen itself. Classic AliExpress trickery heh
@kmcmichael Жыл бұрын
I also have one ordered. I hope someone starts making italic nibs in #8
@marioalbertoramos5431 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thank YOU so much Mario! I only just found out how to filter comments that have given "Super Thanks" and wanted you to know how much I appreciate your support!
@NemoInYoutube Жыл бұрын
I have a P149, when I see jinhao that was absolutely similar but still pleasure what I have is Montblanc P149
@rsb67 Жыл бұрын
Update on the X159: have 3 of these resin x159 which were not purchased at the same time through Amazon. I really like size, weight, and nib. Have filled with diff inks for drawing/art pens so get regular use and stored in plastic food storage. BIG PROBLEM: each one has broken at the tip of the lid. The cigar domes have broken off each one. Got first lid replaced and tonight requesting another replacement but one i tried to just super glue … but not too great holding the pocket clip and metal ring under the dome piece then all on top of the 2-part plastic lid/cap pieces!! Argh. Think the pocket clip puts too much torque on the plastic bits arent substantial enough to hold together. Really disappointed but hope they update the manufacture issues! Wanted to let you know because comments on your channel are taken seriously. Let us know if you observe changes. Im posting some pics on Amazon if you wanna see the bits or i can email to you. Thanks
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience, Rebecca! I will keep an eye on the issue.
@davidnygard1817 Жыл бұрын
I am also waiting for my Jinhao x159’s to arrive. I purchased 2 as soon as I saw them on AliExpress. The other pens I purchased were Jinhao 80 Fiber Blacks with both the silver and black clips. This Lamy 2000 inspired pen is ridiculously good in look, feel and performance. No one has reviewed this pen yet, so it must be new. I cannot wait to see what you think of this. It just might be the best everyday pen I have in the collection.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I’ll have my Jinhao 80 next week.
@andrewrothman7805 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds with already having 3 Lamy 2000s in my case, I'll pass on the 80 (which doesn't even have a hooded nib).
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
@@andrewrothman7805 it does not. Interesting to put the Lamy Safari style nib on a L2K style pen though.
@gwgtaylor Жыл бұрын
I ordered one. I love my MB149 but would also love one with a converter. Integrated pistons are a pain to clean and maintain. I’m fairly certain I will adore this pen but I want it in some fun colours or materials. A deep red would be nice-like the Bordeaux montblancs. And maybe some fun materials like stacked celluloid or that arco stuff or even the acrylics PenBBS use. Tiny Happiness or Galaxy would be nice. Jinhao would get a lot of my money if they did that.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
They can have ALL my money for an x159 in burgundy bordeaux or even better GALAXY! OMG!
@LisaPottinger Жыл бұрын
A Galaxy X159. Now that would be SWEET.
@nickturner2813 Жыл бұрын
Just like you, I hated the ludicrous clip shield so my 159 never sees the light of day now. Had a look on Ali Express and found this new X159, delivered for $4.21. Thanks Doug!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Great price!
@EastLancsJohn Жыл бұрын
Great review Doug. I'd buy one or two. There are none available on Amazon UK as yet. I have the old one with the ugly clip, but it's too heavy to cart around.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks, John!
@kevinblack8365 10 ай бұрын
Doug, Again, nice review, I had to subscribe. I have the X159 in Wine colour. I'm in dispute (aliexpress and Paypal) with the vendor because was sent a Fine nib when expressly ordered a medium nib. Was told they had no medium so just sent a fine. Great business model. Then wanted me to pay for the medium nib. I know it's bugger all money, it's the principle. Anyway, the Fine nib writes like my Conklin medium (yours is much finer) so I'm more than happy with that. According to the specs EF is 0.4mm (which is what I think you have) F is 0.5mm and M is 0.7mm. I'm very happy with the way the pen performs consistent with your observations and that #8 nib is excellent. BTW, will your mate lend me his Montblanc?
@InkquiringMinds 10 ай бұрын
I think Jack wants it back! LOL 😂
@obituariopuertorriqueno4283 Жыл бұрын
It just so happens that I ordered this pen a couple of weeks ago. Motivation? That huge nib. Now, thanks to you, I can't wait for it to be delivered. It takes a while for stuff from China to reach the Caribbean. 🖋️
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@TheNightowl001 Жыл бұрын
I found the Jinhao x159 on AliExpress for $4.83 with free shipping, and tax brought the total to $5.23. I decided that even though I know this will not be a daily writer for me, for that price I just needed to add it to my Jinhao collection. When it arrives, it incidentally will be my first #8 sized nib. I got it in fine, so we'll see how I like it when it gets here. I suspect that short +/- 13 mm section is going to bring back memories of using those fat oversized pencils and crayons I used in Kindergarten 60 years ago! My preferred section size of 9-10 mm would probably horrify you. If I could find nibs I like better for them, I like my Lamy CP1 pens and my Faber Castel Neo Slim pens. But I prefer the extra-fine nibs on my Pilot Metropolitan (with an EF nib from a Pilot Penmanship swapped into it) and my Platinum UEF. On my short list is a Pilot Custom 74 with an EF nib.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I find that it is the style and balance of a pen that is more of an indicator of how it will feel in my hand rather than the girth. I do like the x159's section (and the MB) but I also LOVE writing with my Pilot e95s which is slim as a reed in comparison.
@thecowfy Жыл бұрын
Before the video ended I'd ordered the X159. I have several regular 159's. This cost me $7.50 with free shipping. I've been looking at used 149's for awhile. Any opinion on that kind of move. I see venders for those with very nice feedback.
@bullseye11b Жыл бұрын
I’m loving mine. It showed up a few days ago. It’s much better than the old 159 for me. Mine is smooth and writes more like a medium, but I mostly use broads so this is not a problem. Great review as always.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Donny!
@xerxiusmaximus Жыл бұрын
Loved this “side by each” comparison… thank you. Q. I believe in some of your videos, you mention an online site that catalogs swatches of ink… could you/would you again share, herein, that resource? Thank you and please stay safe.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Of course. It is a website developed by Chris Saenz who has a wonderful KZfaq channel as well. The site is inkswatch.com/index.html.
@santiagomerinoacevedo7475 Жыл бұрын
A great video as usual. I’ve got a 159 and I think it’s an excellent pen. I was wondering wether or not to buy a x159. Now I am willing to order one. Thank you.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Go for it!
@mikedavis979 7 ай бұрын
Could you share where you get the micro grit pads, (micro-mesh did you say?). Thank you! Love your reiviews, keep up the good work! Partly because of your channel, I've gone in a month from owning one fountain pen to owning eight! (I'll send you the bill). Ha!
@InkquiringMinds 7 ай бұрын
LOL Thanks, Mike! I got one set of micromesh from Lee Valley Tools and one set on Amazon.
@mgfineartllc4999 Жыл бұрын
I also am enjoying my X159 and really appreciate finally having a #8 nib. My issue is that EVERY time I pick up the pen it hard starts (actually doesn't start at all) and I have to starting priming etc. Do you think if I tried grabbing the shoulders of the nib and pulling it open a bit it might help or would that make it worse? Right now the tines seem rather tight but the pen does not write dry. In fact once it gets going it writes great and I haven't even tweaked or polished the nib, like I usually do. This has become the pen most likely to ink my fingers though because the various things I have to do to get it writing and that's not a plus. I actually love the pen but I would like to make it "write first time every time". Great content. Thanks very much.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Flush the nib and feed with some water and a drop of dish soap. Then rinse it with clear water and dry. The dish soap breaks up any oils on the feed and helps ink flow. Rinse the converter too.
@mgfineartllc4999 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Thanks for your reply. As I always do I flushed it through 4 times or so when I bought it, even using Goulet pen flush, but I can certainly try again. I am using an oddball ink in Levenger Black Raven as its my only Black so not my usual Pilot or Diamine lubricated inks.
@stargazer1359 Жыл бұрын
*Educating Rita ❤
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
"Bugger the Bursar!" LOL
@Adriel-ze6lw Жыл бұрын
Sir Doug, It's cool how you've been able to do all these reviews, makes me want to start on up but of course, still haven't had the confidence to do so. Still though sir, thank you for the great comparison and speaking of Jinhao, I've looked some Jinhao pens and they visually wise, they look great, quality wise, I'm surprised that one is made out of resin, Sir Doug Also, what's new is that they're using a #8 nib? First time seeing that on a pen from them too. Looks large though but how does one modify that so far?
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
The short answer is, you don’t. We have to wait until they come out with other nibs for it. Unless you want to spend $$$ for a #8 Jowo or Bock. I think Ranga sells them.
@Adriel-ze6lw Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Yeah, this will be a long wait. It seems that they're already making a change, the Montblanc change that is (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻
@HJKelley47 Жыл бұрын
OK Doug, just ordered one (LOL). Thanks so much for your encouragement. My beautiful light blue A1 arrived yesterday, so I really did not need another pen--for the moment! 🙄 The 146 looks lovely, but when checking my bank account I discovered I had enough there to take care of my monthly needs with enough left over to order the Jinhao X159 (smile). Don't mind tweaking the nib with the micromesh I have in my ink cabinet.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Wonderful, Helen! I think Jinhao have knocked it out of the park with this one just like the Jinhao 100!
@tictac9074 Жыл бұрын
Great review. I actually just recently ordered this model from eBay, $7.98 usd with shipping. Looking forward to getting it, wasn't a huge fan of the metal version and clip that came with it
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
This is a big improvement.
@stargazer1359 Жыл бұрын
I had a Kaco I wasn't using so I took the #5 nib and put it on the Jinhao mini. Writes really well, although the pen is small for me, I just really like it.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
The #5 Jinhao is pretty much standard #5 size.
@wolf_ceit_witch Жыл бұрын
I had to get it. I have all the original colors in the original 159s.. I am looking forward to getting the x159. I have a Titanium #8 nib that I purchased for another pen, I might have to swap it out. So excited. Thank you for the comparison.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Right on!
@wolf_ceit_witch Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Mine just came in. It really is a nice pen and good writer out of the box. Again thank you for the video...
@MrCabimero Жыл бұрын
Thanks to you, I pretty much work on all the nibs I get to tune them, with rare exception. Of course , on pens that I can replace the nibs and that are inexpensive. If it cost me some real moolah I send them to a nibmeister if needed. Thanks for all you have taught me.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Thank you MrCabimero. That is much appreciated!
@trafalgarla Жыл бұрын
Looking at ebay for the x159, I also saw Jinhao had a new Jinhao 80 pen made of something similar to makrolon fiber. It resembles the Lamy 2000 except without the hooded nib and at an $8 price.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Mine will be here next week!
@Shak-MD Жыл бұрын
I have 5 of these. I ground 4 of them. 3 turned out perfectly. One [my first ever grind] bit so much. Is there a way yet to get the nib out? I know at the time of this review it was a no.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I haven’t tried yet, but I’m sure it is friction fit.
@daimalishar6926 Жыл бұрын
Its heaviness is like it.... ❣️🌹
@keithwhitney7491 Жыл бұрын
Boy, do I agree with you about the awful shield on the original 159. I bought one years ago, and I have used it once! I did not like a pen that heavy. Other problems I might have had are long gone in the limited memories of an ancient guy. After ChrisRap’s review, I ordered two x159s, one to possibly give away. I also wanted to see the and write with the # 8 nib. By going with the “I-pay shipping model” I was able to buy two for around $12 and paid one $3 shipping fee. It will be fun to check the pen out. Your review just made me even more anxious to do so.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Something to look forward to!
@brightonbabe2139 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Doug. I wanted to know whether the big pens are too big for me and the Jinhao is a cheap wa to try it out. Always interesting.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@wwbdwwbd Жыл бұрын
12:49, Jinhao’s grip section has a smaller diameter than that of the Montblanc.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
By 0.3mm!
@paulmchugh1430 Жыл бұрын
Great review and comparison amongst the three pens. I can't wait for my pen to arrive. It is somewhere in China, floating through Customs. I hope it is not lost in the flotsam and jetsam of their postal service. I am hoping like you that more nib widths become available. Do you know if a Lamy or Parker cartridge will fit?
@ichirofakename Жыл бұрын
I've received a number of orders from China with no problem. Have you lost any in the mail?
@paulmchugh1430 Жыл бұрын
@@ichirofakename no. Tracking information shows it has been in Customs Report for a week. Today it has been released.
@ichirofakename Жыл бұрын
@@paulmchugh1430 Patience, my friend.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Paul: No, the Lamy/Parker cartridges will not fit. It is the Jinhao/Hongdian cartridge with the 2.3mm bore.
@paulmchugh1430 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds I know this is going to sound, well, out there. With so much girth of the pen, wouldn't a wide,r larger converter make sense?
@georgeparapadakis Жыл бұрын
Nice review, thanks. Waiting for mine to arrive, alongside the similarly priced Jinhao 80 which looks spookingly similar to a Lamy 2000. Until you take the cap off that is. Because, you know… Inquiring minds :)
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I'll have my Jinhao 80 next week!
@georgeparapadakis Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds I prayed to the Gods of Fountainhood and my wishes have been granted. I've just ordered an X159 in burgundy with gold trim, and three 80s in White, Green and Cocoa 🙂
@neilpiper9889 Жыл бұрын
You could show how well the nib writes in reverse, upside down. I'm glad Jinhao doesn't make piston fillers.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I do that in every writing sample.
@neilpiper9889 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds I missed that, apologies
@superalbertos550 Жыл бұрын
Hi Doug my friend, I consider you my pen friend. I bought this pen. I'm amazed as the beauty of its simplicity and the wonder as to how it writes. It cost me $100 pesos, the equivalent of $5 dollars. I inked with Lamy Blue. I'll tell you my experience, I change pens and inks every day in my journal. I´m always looking forward as to the new pen and ink of the day. For the first time, gee, I didn't wanted to change, that comfortable. The Jinhao x159 writes so well, so smoothly and so elegantly. I thought I was not going to like the girth, that was my mind speaking, the actual truth is that I write better with better hand writing, a more refined letter. I Thank you and I wanted you to know. Thanks again. I also bought the Leonardo Supernova, a dream pen.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Congrats on the Leonardo! And the x159 is so inexpensive, you can buy several and ink them with different colours!
@andrewrothman7805 Жыл бұрын
Just ordered one for $8.00 shipped. I saw on Chris Rapseik's review, that he was able to take the nib and feed out of the collar. Of course, with nothing to replace that nib with, maybe it doesn't make sense (except for cleaning). I do have some 1930s vintage #8 14k nibs I could try, though, assuming the vintage #8 is similarly sized to the Jinhao. Nice video!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't take the nib or the collar out. There is no reason to do it as there are so few options for replacement. Bock #8 nibs aren't cheap!
@user-br3sl9go3b Жыл бұрын
Definitely a two joe review. I enjoyed every word. I'm not kidding. (I ask again: do you have a photographic memory? How do you remember those old films to insert?) But back to the main point. Several pre-used 149 Montblanc pens with 14c nibs are for sale at around US$520. Seems one could get rather close to that writing experience by sending the x159 with the #8 to a nibmeister for less than 1/2 the price. Not to mention the staggering savings compared with buying a new Montblanc. [Of course, one would not get the snow cap finial worth (?) US$924.53.] What do you think?
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I would rather pick up a true MB149 used than try to put a MB nib into a $6 pen! Plus the MB is a piston filler.
@user-br3sl9go3b Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds OK! Thanks. (I am never going to pay +US$500 for a fountain pen. Whether it is made of lava or metorites, or solid gold. Hahah. Just saying.)
@nickturner2813 Жыл бұрын
The X159 arrived two days ago and every bit as good as I hoped. Sorted out the slightly dry ink flow with the "seven strokes" method and it's prefect. Doesn't beat my MB 149 in terms of tactility, obviously, but it's a great pen.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I'm glad the seven strokes worked for you Nick!
@nickturner2813 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds Usually doesn't take that many! Got the tip from you (so to speak)!
@stefanwood2182 Жыл бұрын
Great review, Doug. Now, with regards to a nib swap, I haven't done it with this pen, but a youtube reviewer was able to swap it with a JoWo. Question to ask though, was that did that person swap the nib unit with feed and section? I'm thinking yes. But I really like this pen, and yes, if they do this in cracked ice or any of the new colors they have been doing the Centennials, pen collectors will be sailvating. A real step up for Jinhao!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I can only guess that Jinhao used a standard #8 size that would align with a Jowo #8. And I'd also assume that, in order to swap the nib, you'd have to use the Jinhao feed and collar.
@stefanwood2182 Жыл бұрын
@@InkquiringMinds yes that is correct. Also Summer Meliodas has the KZfaq video where the Bock titanium nib was swapped. Clearly pulled from section.
@stefanwood2182 Жыл бұрын
Ordered another x159, this time with gold trim and a cool looking nib. The red is appealing as well. If they put these in Galaxy Blue or any cracked ice variant, game over. Just take my money!
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I've got an x159 in the burgundy red with gold hardware on the way!
@luisguillermoperezmejia7907 Жыл бұрын
Ya tengo mis 3 jinhao x 159. La original 159 seguro estará guardada de ahora en adelante. Excelente relación calidad/precio. Aun con la tapa ensamblada es muy cómoda de usar. Una buena pluma de uso diario. Muy satisfecho.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
¡Bien por usted! Excelentes bolígrafos por el dinero.
@richardeng1020 Жыл бұрын
Nice X159 review. Found the pen writes well. However, the plastic nib housing developed a crack and leaks when writing. Trying the second pen to see if it lasts more than five refills. I never had this problem with the original brass 159.
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
At the price, it is easy to get another.
@Kenjiro5775 Жыл бұрын
I'm perplexed at the wide pricing variability in certain luxury / hobby goods. I am a tobacco pipe enthusiast as well as a fountain pen hobbyist. One can buy a $40 basket pipe or a $2,000 Dunhill in the same shape, both in briar wood, both being equally good tobacco furnaces. The only difference is this intangible perception of quality. I do understand that a Montblanc will be of higher quality than a Chinese pen, but not two, or three orders of magnitude better. Ponder and complain I do, but I'm right there with everyone else looking for the next shiny object. 😁✌
@socialmoth791 Жыл бұрын
Love the video! Most exciting thing about it is the #8-sized nib, I think; alignment issues aside, I can't say I know of any other pen in that price range with a #8. On a tangent, do you suppose you could try the Jinhao 80 next? Word around is that it's made with Makrolon for roughly the same price as a Kaco Edge 👁️👁️
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
I hope it isn't the same material as the "KRACKO" Edge. Hated that pen. I'll find out next week when my Jinhao 80 arrives.
@johnsomers8269 Жыл бұрын
How do I get micro mesh pads?
@InkquiringMinds Жыл бұрын
Amazon has them. www.amazon.ca/Micro-MESH-Soft-Touch-Sanding/dp/B000H6EC4C/ref=sr_1_3?crid=24LREVWHRKWIJ&keywords=micromesh+polishing+pads&qid=1658011580&sprefix=micromesh+%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-3
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