What a great review of such an affordable flex writer, performance is much better than some others on the market and for the price it cannot be beaten. BTW love your "flex".
I bought one of these the second I found out about them, and I think it's a remarkable pen for the price. And I think your flex writing is quite lovely!
I do ink and watercolor art and I love practicing my penmanship. This checks ALL of the boxes for me. I just ordered it for a myself for as my 45th birthday gift to myself. Flex pens are def my jam and this one seems like it was made for me. I tried that whole Frankenpen thing with the Jinhaou and a Zebra G-Nib. NOPE. That was more headache for not much payoff.
Though I've used several, the best flex nib I use is the vintage Esterbrook fp flex nib in a Model J. Just the right amount and flex and spread for me. One thing is for sure: the flex nib that may work perfectly for one person certainly is not the best for another. Very individual...
Greetings from Monaco! Your handwriting is beautiful, as is this rather nice pen. Its nib spreads ink most generously, is very flexible and I'm sure it will pleasure to many. (Incidentally, I also left some comments on two of your older vids: 'Why Are We Attracted to Expensive Pens?', 'Nibs' and 'Faber-Castell E-motion Croco' review that made me decide to buy the Croco, so it can be for outdoor use as my beloved Visconti stays indoors with the parrot! I'll be interested in your comments.) As for this pen's issues, I hope Jeffrey will address these problems because these should not have happened to an $80 pen. For some, paying out $80 can be quite a lot when they have groceries to buy and every cent counts. Thank you for your presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed it! ♥️
The pen body I believe is actually made by Lorelei, it seems to be identical to the Lorelei 691 (in build and colors). The nib is similar as well- I’m pretty sure this is a rebranded Chinese acrylic pen, possibly with a different flexy nib.
I'm afraid not. This pen is an original handmade design by a Singaporean who is well known in the Singapore fountain pen community. If anything, there are actually lots of bluedew inspired pens appearing ever since the debut of this pen last year.
@@calvinlee5957 it’s not conclusive evidence, but I’m yet to see any claim or footage from blue dew (websight/Instagram) that suggests he turns the acrylic pens himself. The Lorelei 691 seems to predate it and be completely identical besides branding and a slightly different looking nib. It’s possible that he designed it and outsourced the manufacturing or something idk
In addition: The feed is not ebonite as stated here, but plastic. The June 20, 2020 chrisrap52 youtube vid shows the Lorelei 691 nib with the same "B".
I have one of these pens--a "Strontium Red" one, and I like the way it writes, although I don't do calligraphy. You can buy extra screw-in nibs for this pen; $35.00 ea.Stephen didn't mention it, but the pen has a strong "butyrate" odor. If I decide to get another of these pens, I will buy the Emerald colored one.
Lets face it, more than likely if any of us had an F1 can and it was legal to drive on the streets we would drive it about everywhere, including to get groceries. Likewise we could all write with a ballpoint, but we choose not to because we appreciate what to us is a better writing experience.At least I know that's how I would be, and I would certainly drive 5mph down main street, because the irony of of an F1 doing 5mph amuses me.
@@Johan-vk5yd Speed bumps should be illegal! Trains should go in tunnels under roads. Then you have an F1 car, make your purchases and have someone deliver them, they will be happy to just to gawk at your F1 car. May not be the best solutions, but I've got your back. Together we can bring about world peace while driving an F1 down the street.
@@LuvsSno i have one fpr ultraflex ,I haven't been able to get an ultra fine upstroke still very fine, but I have seen others do it. I think it might be ink choice maybe a dryer ink (which I haven't tried yet) may help also the other person who was able to do it was a much more experienced flex / calligraphy writer so that maybe part of it as well. Also it seems the Gold nib might be better.
Thanks for the review but that sounded like fingernails on a blackboard. I had a zebra g nib I could not use for that reason. I use an FPR ultra flex nib. World of difference!
I know I'm coming late to this video, but I'm wondering if the nib can be easily swapped out if one were to spring it or want to use a non-flex nib in it.
@sbrebrown hi there. If you had to chose between this pen AMD a R615 Fountain pen with fine flex nib and a polymer feed, which would you prefer to have and enjoy? I ask your opinion because I trust what you have to say about pens. You have used, held, written, worked with, etc., and I have never had a chance to even hold a pen in my hands before buying one because there are literally no pen stores anywhere near where I live. Idk if there is even one in my state. So I hope you will give me some good advice on which you like more and why so that I can make a good decision on which to purchase. Or if there is a flex nib pen you think is even better than both of those pens that isn’t $500 or more then please let me know. Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing back from you. I hope you will take a moment to help a fella out. Cheers
Oh the pen is by The Good Blue. The R615 fountain pen from the Taw Series. All their pens are sold out and idk when or if they are ever coming back and they don’t even tell you the price of any of the pens at all. So they could be $1,000 or more! I can’t afford that. Anyway. Thanks again.
it is NOT ebonite feed but plastic! it looks plastic and anyhow it is said so in the website...actually more flexible than the zebra nib, well you could improve the ink flow by making it eye dropper...
This is the ultimate; a stable, permanent calligraphy nib in a fountain pen package, high quality, with pen case, all for $100. No more modding calligraphy nibs into a fountain pen only to have it rust within a few days.
do you know why it doesn't rust? It seems amazing to me that it's taken so long for someone to make this - I assumed it was impossible to do without the nib rusting or something like that. The fact it is possible just makes me disapointed that nobody did it before!
@@deathbyastonishment7930 I just wonder why nobody thought to make a leonardt principal or brause rose nib out of stainless steel before, seems like an obvious idea.
My guess is these pens are furnished from the same manufacturer, on commission, hence the different brand marks. Jeff offers his pen in a very nice pen sleeve, and sells under his own responsability. Those things jack up the price considerably, but might be worth it. The consumer has to decide for himself. Edit: Jeff got them not only to put his brand on it but also to make some extra cuts in the nib, which make it considerably more flexy, according to pen reviewer Rathbun.
I am sorry to say it, a dip nib hack job selling for $100? Let alone the acrylic construct is very much made in China, similar pen there even retail sells for just $18 or so, not to mention the OEM cost is gonna even be lower. That pen case, cost maybe 2 dollars. Now, let's talk about the nib, we are talking about fountain pen right? Where's the "iridium point" or alloy tipping. Fountain pen is design to endure daily use, this pen is likely to wear out in a month's use the most. I am sorry, if ever, I need a dip nib hack job pen, I will get one of those newer American brands that can do dip nib replacement easily, and, as a bonus, they can swap back to normal fountain pen nib too.
That's a solid pen for a solid price, which I can say with a 95% confidence level (p
I'm no flex expert either, but seems pretty impressive for a modern day nib!
Your flex writing is so, so much better than mine!
I love the styling and overall look of this pen. $100 shipped with a case is very much a good deal.
What a great review of such an affordable flex writer, performance is much better than some others on the market and for the price it cannot be beaten. BTW love your "flex".
I bought one of these the second I found out about them, and I think it's a remarkable pen for the price. And I think your flex writing is quite lovely!
I do ink and watercolor art and I love practicing my penmanship. This checks ALL of the boxes for me. I just ordered it for a myself for as my 45th birthday gift to myself. Flex pens are def my jam and this one seems like it was made for me.
I tried that whole Frankenpen thing with the Jinhaou and a Zebra G-Nib. NOPE. That was more headache for not much payoff.
My inner cap came out as well. And the nib that came with it was garbage but I’d ordered the two extra and one of those was lovely.
You underestimate your writing. That was lovely 😁.
Thank you!
Though I've used several, the best flex nib I use is the vintage Esterbrook fp flex nib in a Model J. Just the right amount and flex and spread for me. One thing is for sure: the flex nib that may work perfectly for one person certainly is not the best for another. Very individual...
Greetings from Monaco!
Your handwriting is beautiful, as is this rather nice pen. Its nib spreads ink most generously, is very flexible and I'm sure it will pleasure to many. (Incidentally, I also left some comments on two of your older vids: 'Why Are We Attracted to Expensive Pens?', 'Nibs' and 'Faber-Castell E-motion Croco' review that made me decide to buy the Croco, so it can be for outdoor use as my beloved Visconti stays indoors with the parrot! I'll be interested in your comments.) As for this pen's issues, I hope Jeffrey will address these problems because these should not have happened to an $80 pen. For some, paying out $80 can be quite a lot when they have groceries to buy and every cent counts.
Thank you for your presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed it! ♥️
The pen body I believe is actually made by Lorelei, it seems to be identical to the Lorelei 691 (in build and colors). The nib is similar as well- I’m pretty sure this is a rebranded Chinese acrylic pen, possibly with a different flexy nib.
I'm afraid not. This pen is an original handmade design by a Singaporean who is well known in the Singapore fountain pen community. If anything, there are actually lots of bluedew inspired pens appearing ever since the debut of this pen last year.
@@calvinlee5957 it’s not conclusive evidence, but I’m yet to see any claim or footage from blue dew (websight/Instagram) that suggests he turns the acrylic pens himself. The Lorelei 691 seems to predate it and be completely identical besides branding and a slightly different looking nib. It’s possible that he designed it and outsourced the manufacturing or something idk
I agree. $22 pen with a Chinese variant of a
Zebra nib.
In addition: The feed is not ebonite as stated here, but plastic.
The June 20, 2020 chrisrap52 youtube vid shows the Lorelei 691 nib with the same "B".
@@ssmith3453 A flex pen benefits from a wet ebonite feed.
have you ever been tempted to manufacture a pen? perhaps this is something you could address in one of your "consultations"?
You’re easy to understand and great reviews
I have one of these pens--a "Strontium Red" one, and I like the way it writes, although I don't do calligraphy. You can buy extra screw-in nibs for this pen; $35.00 ea.Stephen didn't mention it, but the pen has a strong "butyrate" odor. If I decide to get another of these pens, I will buy the Emerald colored one.
Nice looking pen. I wonder if this untipped nib will have a shorter lifespan.
So many designers fail to factor the polar vortex into their designs. Impressive pen.
"Would you do groceries in a Formula 1 car?" I laughed heartily. Thanks!
Lets face it, more than likely if any of us had an F1 can and it was legal to drive on the streets we would drive it about everywhere, including to get groceries. Likewise we could all write with a ballpoint, but we choose not to because we appreciate what to us is a better writing experience.At least I know that's how I would be, and I would certainly drive 5mph down main street, because the irony of of an F1 doing 5mph amuses me.
@@bmmcwhirt It’s the speed bumps, you get stuck hanging on your belly on them. And where to put your purchases, balancing on your head?
@@Johan-vk5yd Speed bumps should be illegal! Trains should go in tunnels under roads. Then you have an F1 car, make your purchases and have someone deliver them, they will be happy to just to gawk at your F1 car. May not be the best solutions, but I've got your back. Together we can bring about world peace while driving an F1 down the street.
@@bmmcwhirt Haha!
“Ahh that was glorious!”Haha, great review Stephen, Jude
How does it compare to FPR ultra flex? Also is the converter a standard international? Threads no threads?
I bought two of the fpr ultraflex EF nibs and they write so wet it's hard to get a fine upstroke
@@LuvsSno i have one fpr ultraflex ,I haven't been able to get an ultra fine upstroke still very fine, but I have seen others do it. I think it might be ink choice maybe a dryer ink (which I haven't tried yet) may help also the other person who was able to do it was a much more experienced flex / calligraphy writer so that maybe part of it as well. Also it seems the Gold nib might be better.
Very nice presentation
Thanks for the review but that sounded like fingernails on a blackboard. I had a zebra g nib I could not use for that reason. I use an FPR ultra flex nib. World of difference!
Yeah, the untipped nibs aren't really my cup of tea either :-)
I like this pen very much but as per the Bluedew website, I do find performance is very much affected by the kind of ink used
I will have one!
Another excellent review. Another pen of the wanted list. Oh dear...
I know I'm coming late to this video, but I'm wondering if the nib can be easily swapped out if one were to spring it or want to use a non-flex nib in it.
Mine won’t work. Are there tricks to using it?
Will the nib hold up over the years? Or will you need to replace it?
I would love to find a pen with that much flex, but not that much feedback... any recommendations in that price range? thanks!
FPR or Osprey perhaps?
@sbrebrown hi there. If you had to chose between this pen AMD a R615 Fountain pen with fine flex nib and a polymer feed, which would you prefer to have and enjoy? I ask your opinion because I trust what you have to say about pens. You have used, held, written, worked with, etc., and I have never had a chance to even hold a pen in my hands before buying one because there are literally no pen stores anywhere near where I live. Idk if there is even one in my state. So I hope you will give me some good advice on which you like more and why so that I can make a good decision on which to purchase. Or if there is a flex nib pen you think is even better than both of those pens that isn’t $500 or more then please let me know. Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing back from you. I hope you will take a moment to help a fella out. Cheers
Oh the pen is by The Good Blue. The R615 fountain pen from the Taw Series. All their pens are sold out and idk when or if they are ever coming back and they don’t even tell you the price of any of the pens at all. So they could be $1,000 or more! I can’t afford that. Anyway. Thanks again.
I've never used one, so I can't speak to their quality
The nib looks a lot like a modified G-nib for a dip pen.
it is NOT ebonite feed but plastic! it looks plastic and anyhow it is said so in the website...actually more flexible than the zebra nib, well you could improve the ink flow by making it eye dropper...
This is the ultimate; a stable, permanent calligraphy nib in a fountain pen package, high quality, with pen case, all for $100. No more modding calligraphy nibs into a fountain pen only to have it rust within a few days.
do you know why it doesn't rust? It seems amazing to me that it's taken so long for someone to make this - I assumed it was impossible to do without the nib rusting or something like that. The fact it is possible just makes me disapointed that nobody did it before!
@@WeirdSide it doesn’t rust because it’s made from a stainless steel, not spring steel
@@deathbyastonishment7930 I just wonder why nobody thought to make a leonardt principal or brause rose nib out of stainless steel before, seems like an obvious idea.
How often do you reply to UA-cam comments, Stephen?
Haha! How often do you ask dr Brown that question? ;-)
Multiple times a day, at this point.
The design reminds of a Narwal
I agree. At least the material.
Lorelei 691 is the same pen, so who copied from who?
My guess is these pens are furnished from the same manufacturer, on commission, hence the different brand marks. Jeff offers his pen in a very nice pen sleeve, and sells under his own responsability. Those things jack up the price considerably, but might be worth it. The consumer has to decide for himself.
Edit: Jeff got them not only to put his brand on it but also to make some extra cuts in the nib, which make it considerably more flexy, according to pen reviewer Rathbun.
I am sorry to say it, a dip nib hack job selling for $100? Let alone the acrylic construct is very much made in China, similar pen there even retail sells for just $18 or so, not to mention the OEM cost is gonna even be lower. That pen case, cost maybe 2 dollars. Now, let's talk about the nib, we are talking about fountain pen right? Where's the "iridium point" or alloy tipping. Fountain pen is design to endure daily use, this pen is likely to wear out in a month's use the most. I am sorry, if ever, I need a dip nib hack job pen, I will get one of those newer American brands that can do dip nib replacement easily, and, as a bonus, they can swap back to normal fountain pen nib too.
Hmm Flex
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