Pen Battle: Sailor King of Pens vs Visconti Homo Sapiens

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The Sailor King of Pens and the Visconti Homo Sapiens are both great, but Brian and Drew are going head-to-head to debate which pen is the best!
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01:11 Round 1
05:56 Round 2
12:30 Round 3
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@billclockwell 3 ай бұрын

Brian forgot to mention the most important aspect of the sailor, the nib, how could he forget ?

@brentoncrowhurst8338 3 ай бұрын

Can't believe he didn't emphasize that feature at all!

@sahilmandalia7720 3 ай бұрын

Here I am, front row seats to the clash of the titans, cheering on pens I can't even afford to look at, let alone own! 😂

@jessicayeo97 3 ай бұрын

OHHHH YEAAAAAAAAH Suggestion: I would love to see an Ink Battle -- where Brian argues why Brown inks are superior and Drew debates about why Blue inks are better than Brown!

@Surtak 3 ай бұрын

I gotta say, the simple fact that the KoP does not have an internal filling system and not even a larger converter...it makes no sense. If they made a piston version it would be THE grail pen for me. As it stands I might be looking at that Visconti instead one day.

@fortheloveofpens 3 ай бұрын

Might want to check out the Realo

@Surtak 3 ай бұрын

@@fortheloveofpens That's kinda like saying check out the 76 model of a car. I can't find a Realo KoP anywhere!

@ichirofakename 3 ай бұрын

I wish the KoP came with a giant, robust, screw-in converter, maximized for that pen's body. I also wish for world peace.

@Surtak 3 ай бұрын

@@ichirofakename WE CAN DREAM

@totallylegit2068 3 ай бұрын

even jinhao managed to do this for a 5 dollar pen, why cant sailor do the same for a thousand dollar one?@@ichirofakename

@zzycatch 3 ай бұрын

As an engineer who works with physicists, I'm definitely going to throw around "It absorbs density" with my coworkers.

@SandyToesStudio 3 ай бұрын

that made me giggle too, anytime words flow from Drew's mouth I usually lol😂

@alineharam Ай бұрын

I did not know there was a material that absorbs density. Thanks Goulet Pens for teaching me physics.

@LucyLu_meztli 3 ай бұрын

11:54 “it’s a feature, not a bug” is exactly what I tell software clients! 😅❣️

@allenltate 3 ай бұрын

I can't believe that Brian forgot to mention the nib.

@Gouletpens 3 ай бұрын

I know, right?! - Drew

@jacobling2119 3 ай бұрын

Instantly hit the like button when Brian lay out the 3 reasons for KOP (big nib, big nib, and big nib)

@sajjadhusain4146 3 ай бұрын

I own three Sailor KoPs and three Visconti pens, including the HS Bronze Age. I love both the KoP and the HS mightily. Some of of my runaway, forever favorites. Forced to choose, I’d go for the Sailor KoP, for that large, unique, sublime 21k nib alone that writes like no other nib in the world. Specially the KoP broad that is truly one of a kind writing experience.

@eleanor.shadow 3 ай бұрын

Weight-wise, which one feels more comfortable to you?

@sajjadhusain4146 3 ай бұрын

@@eleanor.shadow To me, both pens are quite great in the hand, in terms of length, weight and all round comfort. Again, if forced to choose just one, I’d say the Visconti feels just a little better overall because it feels slightly heavier.

@eleanor.shadow 3 ай бұрын

@@sajjadhusain4146 thanks for replying. I'm quite a petite person and one of the reasons I've yet to order a Homo Sapiens is the fear that it might feel too heavy in my small hand (I use most compact pens unposted!) I have the feeling I'll really need to hold a Visconti to find out if my Grail pen is a good idea for me 😅

@sajjadhusain4146 3 ай бұрын

@@eleanor.shadow I get it. It’s always a very good idea and ideal to be able to actually try out an expensive pen in hand before deciding to buy or not. Especially with very expensive pens like the Visconti HS. Another important reason to first try the Visconti is the notoriety of their nibs i.e. many disappointed buyers over the years reporting issues with the nibs. Also, with the Sailor KoP, it’s important to note that while it’s a large pen, it is relatively light in weight - but it has a pretty wide, girth-y grip section. For smallish hands and user preferences, keep that in mind. I think you prefer the Visconti HS…If possible, try one out before buying and then get one. I’ve had not the slightest regret buying mine. It will forever remain in my collection.

@eleanor.shadow 3 ай бұрын

@@sajjadhusain4146 all great advice, thanks! I’m decided not to buy before trying, but every time I see the Bronze Age I’m just sooo tempted…

@NGMonocrom 3 ай бұрын

Heck yeah! The Visconti, easily. Love mine! Had it for a few years now. Even managed to get my initials on top of the cap.... For some odd reason, only found one seller based in Great Britain who had initials for the pen. Worth the wait, and the money.

@nthonyholden 8 күн бұрын

Nothing writes like that King of Pens broad nib. It is MAGICAL. For me, the writing experience is the most important aspect. I've got one in the urushi finish and it is a delight to hold, and the lightness in hand makes for really enjoyable long writing sessions.

@TrishRN642 3 ай бұрын

Love the pen battles 😂 Keep on bringing them!!

@erginguneysf 3 ай бұрын

I love this format of video. Very entertaining. Well done!

@thefaceless6148 3 ай бұрын

This kind of content brings me joy

@nerdartastic 3 ай бұрын

I love these videos the whole thing was also hilarious. Great dynamic between you guys as usual

@ShariArts 3 ай бұрын

I think Drew could sell anything to anyone, he is so convincing. Also you guys rock the suits!

@luvlybella6238 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Love the suits fellas.

@dacksonflux 3 ай бұрын

These are too funny. 😂 Please keep doing them!

@joanwerthman4116 3 ай бұрын

Did you forget how Goulet Pens offers some Homo Sapian pens with a custom nib grind? This is how I got my CSI nib and I love it beyond words.

@MarkBacas 3 ай бұрын

Yeah, how could they forget to mention the CSI nib availability. 🤦‍♂🤣

@baladino 2 ай бұрын

@@MarkBacasMark, i just bought a bronze age from Goulet. The Mark Bacas editions were huge temptations, just wasn’t sure if I would know how to use those nibs. I’m sure they’d be great. Your reputation precedes you

@edwardstaats4935 3 ай бұрын

Love this. Well done

@brentoncrowhurst8338 3 ай бұрын

I laughed all the way through this. Great video, fellas. Thank you.

@Taib89 3 ай бұрын

Hello Brian and Drew Please do a battle between Pilot Custom 823 and Pilot Custom 743. They are close, but the battle will be interesting.

@jeremyschuh 3 ай бұрын

That's easy. Do you like changing ink?

@Taib89 3 ай бұрын

@@jeremyschuh No, I don't usually change inks. But sometimes, comparison between similar pens makes you think of details that might not be visible for people who don't own the pens.

@sonorangaming4450 3 ай бұрын

The 823 and 912 would make more sense. 743 and 823 are basically the same minus filling mechanism, and more nib options for 843. 743 and 912 both have more nib options.

@jeremyschuh 3 ай бұрын

@@sonorangaming4450I still think that would be too close and boils down to preference. You can't go wrong with any of them.

@sonorangaming4450 3 ай бұрын

@@jeremyschuh for sure, just saying there are more differences between those two than the other two. But all are good pens

@kaivynweissinger 3 ай бұрын

oooooooohhh yeaaaaah 😂 Y'all are so entertaining 😂 I have no idea how you churn out so much quality pen content, but thank you so much 😊

@ste286ste 3 ай бұрын

The fact that only one of you tied a half decent tie knot, and wore the shirt with top button fastened told me who the winner was going to be, okay I might be biased as I have 2 HS pens and that the KOP's have never appealed to me. Another great video, superb friendly banter befitting a long friendship and fun working atmosphere, thank you for keeping it real.

@DanTheElevator Ай бұрын

It’s an extra cost but the Sailor cleaning kit works perfectly with the King of Pen and makes flushing it an absolute breeze. Add that to the mix and there is absolutely no contest on cleaning. It works with all the rest of Sailor’s pens too.

@tootsfour956 3 ай бұрын

This is hilarious! Love the paper slid to Brian. These type of videos show the best and little bit of difference that helps us decide exactly what would please each customer. Keep them coming! Blessings

@BenjaminVaterlaus 2 ай бұрын

Not sure what would match up for these, but I'd love to see a couple pens featured: Pelikan (any of their gold-nib models), Nahvalur, Pineider (actually that vs visconti would have been great), Momento zero. And of course a fun matchup would be the classic 1911 vs 3776 debate.

@stochasticdan 3 ай бұрын

Cleaning the KOP, the perfect time to bring up the Sailor cleaning kit. Filling the Visconti, don't lose your grip when plunging the piston or good bye nib. :(

@LittleDogsHouseholdStaff 3 ай бұрын

My face hurts from smiling and laughing through this whole video! The true G.O.A.T is this new video series! Brian was HILARIOUS and Drew really brought his A-game, not just for his pen but also when acknowledging the positives for the competition! Visconti takes the W on this one for me. Love what you do guys! Thanks for a great video. 🥰

@davegoodridge8352 3 ай бұрын

If I were a defendant in court. It would be hard to choose which one to defend me, Brian or Drew. I'd probably go with the public defender. Both did a good job. I would go with the Visconti.

@micheleprestegard2725 Ай бұрын

Add to the big grail to Bisconte....the marble ones....can also get up there with the maki-e.

@SiddyBoy 3 ай бұрын

Waited for a long time for a new video with Visconti

@March22012 Ай бұрын

I’ve been lusting after that Visconti for some time but, I agree, you can’t beat that Sailor nib. Add to that there’s no way I’m paying that much money for any pen and I’ll just keep on lusting.

@chuckbaker7909 3 ай бұрын

Gotta go with KoP on this one.

@muallaemine 3 ай бұрын

I have both pens in many varieties; including the London Fog HS and the csi ground Goulet excl HS. I still reach for my KOP pens way more; I have almost always one inked up. I hate the cartridge (way worse than the con70! And that's saying a lot), but that writing experience is just on another level.. and it is consistently amazing in all of my KOP pens that I had the pleasure to collect over many years now. The smaller versions of the PG and the 1911 are very good writers; especially the standart size ones, as they too have the 21k nib. But they don't even come close to the KOP nib experience. So eventhough I agree with the HS lava feeling great in the hand and all the features it has are very appealing and much more of a package for the cost; I'll still choose the KOP over the HS any day. It's just that good of a writer

@arlenet.1520 2 ай бұрын

Hello my fav pen duo! This was a great video showcasing two legends! And this pen newbie has both on my wishlist. I have a problem sometimes where my pen drops out of my scrub pocket at work so I thought the Homo Sapiens would be more durable but then you have the King of Pens with that 21kt monster nib I want…but now I have to rethink because Brian mentioned the ink capacity is not larger on KOP. So now I am leaning towards the Visconti. This pen newbie is very finicky on pen choices now. Lol! This would be a great segment if we had more comparisons of pens in the future. Thank you for this video!

@billclockwell 3 ай бұрын

It would be nice if you cover which pen won in the last poll every video, a few months from now those will be lost

@oscarmedina1597 3 ай бұрын

Love this. Here are some pairings: Pilot 743 vs Sailor 1911L, Nahvalur Nautilus vs Benu Euphoria, Pineider Avatar UR vs Visconti Breeze,

@pmb1311 3 ай бұрын

The Cross Peerless 125 Medalist has a Sailor nib - Your dream of a Sailor nib on a Visconti pen body is definitely possible!!!

@kazzerism 3 ай бұрын

I just got a demonstrator Pro Gear King of Pen with a broad nib last week. It's incredible, definitely the winner for me! The higher price is justified by how well made their pens are. Visconti's quality control is the only reason I'd never consider buying a Homo Sapiens. I have a Visconti Rembrandt which I only like after sending it to a nibmeister fix the nib. Before that it was borderline unusable, sadly. I think they are stunning pens but I can't imagine spending that much on a Homo Sapiens and being worried about whether it will write properly or not.

@AlexAlex-qr6cw 3 ай бұрын

Love new format. Thanks! But the winner for me personally was apparent)

@MBfan146 3 ай бұрын

Love the Visconti HS, I want my pen to be more than a nib carrier. HS for me

@SijalAhmad 3 ай бұрын

Would be good to battle inks as well. I recommend Robert Oster Blue Water Ice vs Kon Peki

@cynthiaslater7445 3 ай бұрын

They are both nice looking pens. I definitely lean towards the Visconti. Its looks are fabulous. Unfortunately, I live on a Lamy Safari budget, and that brand has great pens.

@sistergoldenhair0727 3 ай бұрын

OH yeah! What a fun video! I have the Bronze Age pen with 23kt palladium nib and love it so much! Don’t feel the need to add the KOP to my collection 🤷‍♀️

@LauraRPh 3 ай бұрын

Uh, where’s the place to vote?? 🤷‍♀️. I’ll be able to answer accurately in a couple days! My soon-to-be Homo Sapiens is on its way!! 🎉 and I got the CSI specialty ground nib … which Drew didn’t mention was available at Goulet, making the nib extra-fabulous (I hope!). I’m not a fan of Sailor nibs, however … too firm for me. So I already know my vote will be Visconti. And I can never see myself spending Grail-level $$$ for a pretty simple resin pen, giant nib or not.

@Gouletpens 3 ай бұрын

The poll is up now! Sorry for the delay! - Drew www.youtube.com/@Gouletpens/community

@davidparrishproductions5082 Ай бұрын

As a guy who actually produces the news for a living, I appreciate these breaking developments.

@heathergleiser 3 ай бұрын

It has to be Sailor. That ‘Wolf in the Moonlight’ KOP from 2022 was just too good! Maki-e > lava all day every day.

@williamcatalano1762 3 ай бұрын

The only thing i dislike about the KOP is that it isn't a piston filler or at least a lot bigger cartridge converter. I will own one eventually and own a 1911L and a Pro Gear regular. I own a Visconti Bronze Age with a 23k Palladium medium nib. It's been inked up ever since I got it home with Diamine Prussian Blue... It will always be inked up unless something else comes along that knocks it off it throne. Great video and two great Grail pens!

@charlestonburr 3 ай бұрын

I have two KOPs (both versions) and one Homo Sapiens. I prefer the nib and minimalist aesthetic of the KOP. The filling system and ink volume make the Homo Sapiens an overall better choice for me.

@Zumzumfoxy 3 ай бұрын

Brian once had me try the Dreamtouch nib on his Homosapiens and it was as divine as my old Paul Wirt gold 14k. They both write like clouds and glass. I never tried the KoP but I have tried a Montblanc Noblesse whose long nib sadly did not agree with my hand. I'd have to try the Visconti and the KoP to put in a formal vote!!

@carolw5290 3 ай бұрын

LOLOL - take a sip (of drink of choice) every time Brian says the word ‘nib’ 😂😂😂

@SandyToesStudio 3 ай бұрын

You guys are 100% with these reviews! I have both and the KOP nib is an absolute dream in every way but the tiny ink capacity converter is such a miss with that huge nib. Still worth the $ for that nib. I have 2 homo sapiens, one is the midi with palladium nib, a jinhao writes better and it has a screw type filling system that is super difficult to clean, never use this pen, but it looks beautiful in my pen case. The 2nd HS is the ocean breeze resin with a gold nib & vacuum filling system....this pen is not only stunning, very unique and a great size but the nib is like butta. I love them both & highly recommend both, but dont buy a midi (if they still make them) even if you have small hands the reg size one is perfect!🥰

@hopemurray5834 3 ай бұрын

Teddy Roosevelt??!! Drew, you missed an opportunity to discuss the Roman emperor going out to fight the Visigoths! Another great video!

@redmoonvenus7327 3 ай бұрын

Hi, does the king of pen exist in realo version (piston filler) ? That would be rad. Thanks !

@brycemachalek7192 3 ай бұрын

Do the sailor KOP vs the Pelikan M1000 next!

@vonfilm Ай бұрын

King of Pen is available on Amazon for less than $400.

@dropofgoldentarot 2 ай бұрын

You didn't mention how good the clip is on the Visconti. I have the 23k palladium nib and its such a smooth writer, I wish I could find another with the palladium nib. I love my Visconti HS.

@jrod8753 2 ай бұрын

So freaking funny and entertaining watching these 2 go at it like the old school used car salesmen.

@jungroe94 3 ай бұрын

I love this series, you both are so funny and enjoyable to watch debating your pens. I have neither pen, but the Homo Sapiens is more appealing as a total package, experience and value The Sailor looks to be just a nib holder with a great nib.

@katkaat 2 ай бұрын

Yall crack me up 😅

@daddycowden 3 ай бұрын

As for the two excellent fountain pens that went head to head. My choice would be the Visconti Homo Sapiens Bronze Age. I feel you get more bang for your buck. But for another vs I would love to see a Pilot Custom Urushi VS a Taccia Miyabi. Thanks for your fun and insightful videos.

@sajjadhusain4146 3 ай бұрын

Gosh, that would be a fantastic face-off. I have the PC Urushi vermillion w/18k M nib and the Taccia Miyabi Winter’s Breath w/ 18k M nib. Real toughie to call. I need to think more to decide which way to go.

@s161008 3 ай бұрын

What about the Nagahara nib? King eagle nib? Cross concord ?

@X1GenKaneShiroX 3 ай бұрын

Visconti Homo Sapiens wins hands down, and it’s not even close. A fair comparison would be Sailor KoP versus Lamy Safari, or Sailor KoP versus Pilot Metropolitan. Visconti Homo sapiens can easily be compared to something like the Pelikan M1000 Maki-e or Namiki Emperor Kisshomon Birds in Flight.

@bobford7366 3 ай бұрын

The KOP is a significantly better writer though. That's the most important attribute.

@itsmeLori 3 ай бұрын

KOP vs Safari or Metropolitan is going way too far even for a hater lol

@dylanadkins3491 3 ай бұрын

Not knocking visconti. But my kop is definitely my favorite pen.

@Bazerkly 3 ай бұрын

What about the Jinhoa 9019 ?

@jimbolt5170 2 ай бұрын

I think I would buy the Homo Sapiens before the KOP. I think it looks way cooler and I like the features. Plus, I’m not writing as much as I used too, so the “writing experience” isn’t as big of a draw for me. I do have to say that Drew’s verbal gymnastics take the day. But, Brian has a lot on his mind, what with having a company to run and all. 😄

@WalterReade 3 ай бұрын

I got a Homo Sapiens while in Florence last month. It's truly a remarkable pen.

@experimentalbaker 3 ай бұрын

Brian that is the bluest shirt I have seen in a long time! It almost looks neon, and looks great on you. Guys you look fantastic today!

@smokeyoak 3 ай бұрын

I think that's baystate blue

@afkoyuncu5886 2 ай бұрын

My HomoSapiens's top ring at the cap became loose. Not out of its housing but it spins... Any way to fixt that?

@heatherchowsg 3 ай бұрын

I'm a KOP fan ❤ enjoyed the video.

@MrLawDawg Ай бұрын

My Homo Sapiens Magma is my grail pen. Absolutely love it.

@GriffonSabe 3 ай бұрын

I haven’t had the pleasure of using a KoP and that nib, but I personally wouldn’t spend the money on a pen just for the nib. I can get a similar aesthetic and a good enough writer from a Pro Gear. So Visconti easily takes this for me. I can’t get that aesthetic and overall experience from another pen. Also, I just love the weight and balance. Perfect fit for my hand. But I may be biased. I have two homo sapiens now.

@microwrx 3 ай бұрын

I'd happily own a KoP but I know I'm destined to purchase a Homo Sapiens.

@HomoGeniusPDE Ай бұрын

Some people love a pen that's light as a feather (I will never understand it). But god, if I am paying a good amount of money for a pen (especially over $200) I want some god damn heft to that pen. I want to know its in my hand/pocket, I want it to have a presence.

@biggusd534 3 ай бұрын

Love the format guys, but I am missing Drew’s amazing shirts! Maybe for the next one, with a flashy suit to match Brian’s classy navy blue? Btw, my Visconti bought in Europe was the biggest waste of money, the nib is awful, misaligned and a mile away from the feed. King of Pens wins by it’s quality assurance every time.

@scottbaker2451 3 ай бұрын

The Pilot Custom Urushi comes with a FM but it's too big for my taste

@TheRacerRich 3 ай бұрын

Suits over short sleeves. How expensive do the pens have to be to get long sleeves?

@SrtaMiette 3 ай бұрын

I would have stopped at “it’s made of f*cking lava! from an actual volcano!!!”

@highnoon9333 3 ай бұрын

Sorry, I couldn't see anything in this video because every time the KoP was uncapped, the nib was taking up the whole screen

@LittleDogsHouseholdStaff 3 ай бұрын

I haven't even watched this yet and it's already made my day! I'm team Drew on this battle!

@paulmchugh1430 3 ай бұрын

Even with all the deficits of the King of Pen, it is still my grail pen. As they say, "It's all about the nib.), and that large nib is superb.

@jschiek8054 3 ай бұрын

I’ve heard a lot of horror stories about Visconti’s quality control, but I’ve lucked out with my Homo Sapiens Bronze Age. Super smooth, probably the the most satisfying writing experience I’ve gotten from a fountain pen. My one complaint is that I got it before they dropped the Crystal Dream version and the “power fill” has been hit and miss and no real way of knowing except for that wave of wishful thinking that washes over me every time I refill it and feel certain that it’s noticeably heavier than when I started.

@LucyLu_meztli 3 ай бұрын

9:07 “hold the holes” 🤭😅🤣🤣🤣🤣

@pavanhuliyar 3 ай бұрын

You forgot to enable poll

@Gouletpens 3 ай бұрын

www.youtube.com/@Gouletpens/community

@gregoryquinn2727 3 ай бұрын

What do we do with pens? We write with them... so nib is the deciding factor

@kendallmallon1763 3 ай бұрын

Skogsy is a pen maker who frequently makes pens with KoP nibs. He is even trying out a pump filler too.

@Xingqiwu387 2 ай бұрын

I'd be afraid that the lava rock on the Visconti might be emitting radon gas. Does anyone know if Visconti is still making the homo sapiens Arizona sunset?

@eurotraveler6184 3 ай бұрын

But what about the nib? (the Visconti's?)

@jolienkrispijn 3 ай бұрын

Hahahahaha this was so much fun! I only have experience with the Homo sapiens (14k and 18k nibs), so i can't choose. Love my HS's though

@SimiLoraine 3 ай бұрын

Between TWSBI Eco and LAMY Safari, I was absolutely on board with Team Brian/TWSBI Eco. This time, I have to say, I'm with Team Drew/ Visconti Homosapiens. Love you, both, all the same. 🥰

@davidkearle7738 3 ай бұрын

Hi Brian & Drew : great video. I don’t have a King of Pen but am eying up the clear demonstrator pro-gear version in for later in the year which looks cool. The only Sailor I have is a Realo piston fill with nib which is great. I have a Visconti HS Bronze Age which I don’t find to much hassle to clean but normally have Akkerman SBRE Brown in. You guys may be interested to know that I’ve just ordered from Japan a Pilot 823 clear demonstrator version with a signature nib which is a nib I’ve never tried. Lastly thanks for all your videos - I live in the UK but when I was re-starting my fountain pen collection a couple of years it was videos like yours , and Stephen Browns, which gave me the confidence to try new brand , nibs and inks on a reasonably well informed basis.

@ejourneys 3 ай бұрын

I focus on the writing experience. That said, I am fascinated by the Homo Sapiens, though not enough to make the investment. And my Sailor PGS already fulfills me, smaller nib notwithstanding. But it would be one heckuva temptation if BK can marry a KOP nib to the HS. :-) How about a midrange pocket pen battle, e.g., E95s vs Pocket Six? I have and love both, for different reasons.

@karthikeyanbhaskaran5417 3 ай бұрын

I don't own either.. 21K nib, large body, but uses a converter. "Suit and tie" and cargo shorts? I probably will swing towards a Visconti HS.

@bobford7366 3 ай бұрын

why? writing experience trumps filling experience all day everyday. frame it this way: you'll spend 99% of the pen time writing versus 1% of the time filling the pen up. pens are made to write not fill.

@karthikeyanbhaskaran5417 3 ай бұрын

@@bobford7366 that's a very good point. I am coming from having used a Mag 600. I enjoy how it writes but I end up having to fill it up more often than I'd prefer. A good nib in a large capacity pen.. that would be my winner.

@bobford7366 3 ай бұрын

@@karthikeyanbhaskaran5417 Fair enough

@krys6461 3 ай бұрын

You need a shark week one of these where the lil sharks just devour all sorts of competition. Jus sayin.

@LuisAAbrilRomero1 3 ай бұрын

Sailor all the way, given Visconti's QC (or rather, the lack thereof)...

@davidpan3765 3 ай бұрын

How does Homo Sapiens seal? The hook safe lock seems not good for sealing?

@MarkBacas 3 ай бұрын

Both of these pens have an inner cap that seals the nib from the end of the section grip. The Homo Sapiens has a very firm spring loaded inner cap and I believe the KOP has something similar.