A New Affordable Delta Fountain Pen - Write Balance Review

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  • Опубліковано 18 вер 2024

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  • @TonyProctors
    @TonyProctors Рік тому +12

    I have the new Dolce Vita Original with steel nib. I also have a pre closing Dolce Vita mid size with a gold nib… same as the re release. The quality of the new pen is as good or better. Made with the same specs as far as i can tell. The casting on the silver cap band is identical. Thanks for the review.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +5

      Thanks so much for sharing! I saw the detail on the cap band it and really looked top notch 👌 Thanks for the info

    • @caomhan84
      @caomhan84 Рік тому

      I have an original Dolce Vita from about 2015... And honestly the quality of the nib is pretty horrible. No matter what I do to that nib I can't get it to write reliably. So I've been thinking about the new ones with the steel nibs. It's good to know that they have equal build quality. It's still one of the best pens ever made in my opinion. I just wish that they would start releasing them with the #8 nibs.

  • @robbobiii5345
    @robbobiii5345 Рік тому +21

    That "Doooodlebud" hits just right each time!

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +6

      I had a request to bring it back 😉

    • @wiijunkmail
      @wiijunkmail Рік тому +1

      The dooooodlebud from McDonalds hits different.

    • @santauxia
      @santauxia Рік тому

      You're absolutely right.

    • @Deadricklord
      @Deadricklord Рік тому

      ​@@Doodlebud everyone loves the dooooodlebud

  • @NikeaTiber
    @NikeaTiber Рік тому +6

    Top-notch sheets are a necessity when wet broads are involved.
    I am of course, referring to pens and paper.
    In all seriousness, though, almost all of my fountain pens have broad nibs and are tuned to be wet writers. My idea of a medium is using a Japanese instead of European pen. I particularly enjoy feeling the different characteristics of inks; how they effect paper feedback through the nib, coefficient of friction, etc. As much as fountain pens are a focus, they are really just vehicles into the landscape of paper and ink.
    I absolutely adore infinite regalia paper, the fine gesso-like finish is magnificent. It does magical things for ink.
    Love your channel man.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      It's quickly become my #2 or #1 favorite paper. Feels great and performs magic with the ink

    • @rhuxley5130
      @rhuxley5130 Рік тому

      🤣

    • @JetAway
      @JetAway 9 місяців тому

      Might as well just use a paint brush bro

  • @travgusmc
    @travgusmc 9 місяців тому +2

    Man, I'm glad I got the green/black one. It's so much more interesting imo. Nice smooth jowo and has nice smooth ink flow . Not overly wet for a broad, it's just right.

  • @Flexperiments
    @Flexperiments Рік тому +3

    I really like the geometry of this pen. Enjoying the review so far

  • @nccastro653
    @nccastro653 Рік тому +2

    YESS TO LASER. AND YESS TO MORE VIDEOS PLEASE.

  • @sajjadhusain4146
    @sajjadhusain4146 Рік тому +8

    I was fleetingly excited about Delta’s comeback. But whatever enthusiasm I felt quickly evaporated when I learned the pens would come fitted with Jowo nibs. What an instant kill-joy!
    This new model looks nice and appealing enough. But I’m sure I’m not buying any new Delta pen because I’m not the slightest interested in Jowo nibs anymore.
    I know I still prefer the look, design, aesthetics of my older Delta pens. And they are fitted with Bock nibs which I’ve always preferred to Jowo. How I wish Delta could conjure a way of making their own nibs today.

    • @kevinlandon7578
      @kevinlandon7578 Рік тому +3

      Nino also owns Maiora pens and they are coming out with their own nibs soon. Delta will probably do do as well.

    • @sajjadhusain4146
      @sajjadhusain4146 Рік тому +1

      @@kevinlandon7578 ..So cool to hear this. I pray it really happens. Delta with its own steel and gold nibs, would make me look again and very likely buy any one or more of their new pens.
      And oh, thanks a lot for the helpful info!

    • @kevinlandon7578
      @kevinlandon7578 Рік тому

      @@sajjadhusain4146 , you're welcome. the news is relatively recent so Delta's own nibs could be on the way before too long.

    • @sajjadhusain4146
      @sajjadhusain4146 Рік тому +1

      @@kevinlandon7578 ..Praying it comes true. I’m betting a made-in-house Delta nib would be streets better than a damn, generic Jowo steel nib with merely a Delta stamping and logo on it. So, here’s hoping. Cheers for the good tidings! 🙂

    • @kevinlandon7578
      @kevinlandon7578 Рік тому +1

      @@sajjadhusain4146 , we will wait and see what happens. Sometimes, it all depends on the company that uses the Jowo nibs and how they finish them such as Diplomat which does an excellent job with their Jowo nibs.

  • @samarthshashwatsrivastava8106
    @samarthshashwatsrivastava8106 Рік тому +1

    Nice review Doodlebud. I am going to order one now. In b/w was lucky to get my hands on the latest Delta DV 2 Premiere. Fantastic pen with right girth and weight. More than that I am happy theybhave continued with the same orange and black colour. That combination has become synonymous with Delta.I hope Delta continues the good work. For whatever it's worth, the guys there have a legacy to look upto.

  • @nibnoob
    @nibnoob Рік тому +2

    The quick aside about the different papers is so interesting. It's also such a complicated topic to try to address. I have been trying to keep a bit of a catalogue in my head of how my different pens, inks and papers work together. It's hard enough to keep that information straight with only the stuff I have here at home! I can't imagine trying to do a comprehensive review of these kinds of combinations that are relevant to many more people... But it's so fascinating, because though I find I have the same experience with Rhodia that you show here with the RB Whiskey ink, I find that certain inks actually have sharper edges on my Rhodia paper! For all its complexities, it is satisfying though when you find just the right combination and you know you can go back to it whenever you feel like it and get a great experience and a great result from a paper/nib/ink combo!

  • @lawrencelizewski9625
    @lawrencelizewski9625 3 місяці тому +1

    Appreciate all your efforts on these videos! You're one of my top channels as I get more addicted to this hobby and community. Going to Rome in a couple weeks and already have a visit to Stiloe & Stile planned (before the Vatican :)). I'm liking the idea of buying a pen at each country I visit. So this helps in my research what Italian pen should I should get. Was stuck on the Leonardo Momento, but now expanding my options. Delta DV in that classic orange black! Oh man. Going back to Stiloe & Stile website right after I finish your video. Dig Ya'.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  3 місяці тому +1

      Delta DV in black & orange is timeless. Such a beautiful pen

    • @lawrencelizewski9625
      @lawrencelizewski9625 3 місяці тому

      @@Doodlebud That's what I'm thinking. Hey thanks for the reply. I think I watched a video of yours on that delta, or at least a Delta DV.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  3 місяці тому +1

      @@lawrencelizewski9625 mine is a cheaper version. Marte Modena, company doesn't exist anymore. It's so so, but a real Delta is very nice

  • @theProf_01
    @theProf_01 Рік тому +1

    That’s a good value for such a nice pen at that price. It’s good to see Delta back. Thanks. 👍

  • @Calcprof
    @Calcprof Рік тому +1

    I have a Delta from the 90s with I really nice soft nib. It's one of my favorite nibs. I also have a Delta sterling Silver pen from the 00s. The nib is more "normal", but great. Both are gold nibs.

  • @mattswanson79
    @mattswanson79 Рік тому +2

    Because of your engineering background, I think laser engravers would actually work on your channel. Periodically, of course. But would be neat to see you playing with some cheap Jinhao's or something along those lines. And a giveaway would be cool too! THANK YOU for this review! I've been very curious just like you regarding Delta. I'll be adding one to my collection. Also, thanks for seeing up the Pen Chalet discount code! I truly appreciate when you're able to get those deals for your viewers! Keep up the amazing content, i think i can speak for many and say we ALL really appreciate all the you provide to us!

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      Super cool they setup a code for everyone. That's really great. Had no idea I'd be able to hook up folks with discount codes for pen retailers and save a few bucks when I randomly decided to do a UA-cam vid about fountain pens.

    • @mattswanson79
      @mattswanson79 Рік тому

      @@Doodlebud I really hope you start getting commissions, no matter how small. You inform so many people, it only seems right the various companies would give you a kickback for the pens you're responsible for selling! Regardless, thanks again for the amazing content! AND, is super cool to get a direct response from you!

  • @evanbasnaw
    @evanbasnaw Рік тому +1

    I like the look of this. I'ts not my personal preference in styling, but it feels like this is going to be a sought-after vintage pen in a couple of decades. Especially with that color.
    I wouldn't mind another laser engraver review and possibly a giveaway. That just ties into more of the engineering/manufacturing breakdown that makes your channel unique.
    It also helps because that's one of the things I'm looking at adding to my current machine list.
    I type this as I'm printing pens in the other room 😆.

  • @donnapartl4448
    @donnapartl4448 Рік тому +1

    Laser engraver give away sounds good to me…and some good exposure from your detailed reviews, win win.

  • @Javi_C
    @Javi_C Рік тому +1

    I like the color! Nothing wrong with asking about the laser engraver.

  • @wendyholiday2021
    @wendyholiday2021 Рік тому +1

    ❤the pen reviews with the lazer

  • @slo_carry
    @slo_carry Рік тому +1

    Love the pen and the idea in the middle of the video. Hope it works out!

  • @Iwoodlikethat
    @Iwoodlikethat Рік тому +2

    I'd watch your laser engraving reviews anyway, I like your engineers eye on things.
    But if you can get a giveaway I'll just call dibs now. That's legally binding, sorry everyone else.

  • @PohatuBarlow
    @PohatuBarlow Рік тому +1

    A Lazer engraver give away would be a good way to help show a company's product, makes so you don't need to find a use or storage space for it, and someone would get a free engraver. If the manufacturer is willing, I think you should go for it.

  • @mariexlupin
    @mariexlupin Рік тому +2

    I think a laser engraver giveaway would be cool! Might wanna stay away from having it be comments based - the bots are absolutely wild. Having a link to a Google form or something similar would help prevent people from falling for a bot response telling them they won.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +3

      Yeah I'll have to do something different. Perhaps a google sheet like you mentioned

  • @paulmchugh1430
    @paulmchugh1430 Рік тому +2

    I have a number of ballpoint pens from Delta but never had one of their fountain pens. This Write Balance may be the one to get.
    Great review.

  • @davideselmin8018
    @davideselmin8018 Рік тому

    The idea of the weight at the back of the pen is a good one.

  • @TheDarivan
    @TheDarivan Рік тому +1

    Nice pen, excellent review. As always. 👍

  • @archivist17
    @archivist17 Рік тому +1

    In future, no one is going to believe that flat-topped cap belongs to that torpedo body! 😄

  • @Volkmannx
    @Volkmannx Рік тому +1

    Good looking pen, thank you!

  • @ironmic9244
    @ironmic9244 Рік тому +2

    There were 3 co-founders of Delta: After the ceased production in 2015ish, Marino went on to create Maiora, and bought Nettuno; Matrone's son create Leonardo. As far as I know there are 2 more pens out of the Naples region; Goia, and the fantastic Marlen pens.
    I would be more excited if Delta went back to Bock rather than Jowo. I am sure that in time, once they have re-established themselves, Delta will either go back to Bock or create their own nibs. Also not so enamored by the laser engraving on the nibs, as opposed to stamping. These are the little finishing things that I appreciate. Delta had one of THE best finishing and the cap band was so intricate.
    It'll be interesting to see what Maiora does now. Will they be the lower end brand, or will they compete against Delta?
    I'm just glad I have a couple of those older Deltas.
    EDIT: Yeah that engraving on the cap - not a fan. If this is what revivals are going to be, all I can do is shake my head.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      The more expensive new delta pens seem to be a level up on the finishing

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому

      @@Doodlebud The 39+1? Yeah, it better be for that price. But therein lies the problem. I don't believe the old Delta distinguished their finishing on the more expensive models. The older cheaper Deltas had a steel nib, less intricate work, but finished the product well. If you want to create a cheaper pen, don't skimp out on that kind of stuff, or just don't engrave the barrel. Do it right, or don't do it. It's really tarnishing the image of what people knew of the old Delta.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      I don't think you have to go all out on the 39 +1 to get the higher finishing. Even the new docle vita steel nib looks good. Of course the gold nibbed one looks even better, the steel nibed one looks pretty good. I'm curious to get my hands on one

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому

      @@Doodlebud The 39+1 is the only new Delta with a gold nib I've seen seen thus far. Maybe there are others released. I did not know they released a new DV. I got to take a peek. Same specs as the old DV?? It was all about that orange and the grip section - wonder if they made any changes to that, and the cap band.

  • @jpfanfic4226
    @jpfanfic4226 Рік тому +3

    beautiful pen. The ink is gorgeous. As for the give away-- if you keep the criteria for entry the same, you may see fewer comments since some won't want it and don't want to risk winning the item... I'm not sure how you would deal with that seeing how comments help the algorithm.

  • @adeniranm7647
    @adeniranm7647 Рік тому +1

    A giveaway is a great idea! I personally really like the laser content and giving away the reviewed unit, could remove viewer assumption of bias. I think everyone wins in that scenario, and I would personally love to win that giveaway!

  • @paulll47
    @paulll47 3 місяці тому

    Delta advertises these as eyedropper ready, never actually got one but I heard they work pretty good.

  • @catwhisperer911
    @catwhisperer911 Рік тому +3

    Lovely pen but imho overpriced for a steel jowo nib.

  • @TheresaRobertsonLROL
    @TheresaRobertsonLROL Рік тому +1

    Thank you for a very thorough review. I’d be interested in a laser engraver give away. Thank you.

  • @korax67
    @korax67 Рік тому +2

    OK, it's a nice resin, but if I wanted a Bock or Jowo nib pen, there are so many other options to look at. Do I care for the Delta name ? Not really ...
    Leonardo offers pens with Bock and Jowo nibs at a lower price ... (and I think the same quality resin).

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому +1

      I'll agree to an extent. Jowo nibs write the same no matter what pen they are on. Bocks don't. For some reason they write differently from each pen they are on. This version of Delta is not using Bock though, like they used to previously.
      As to comparing it to Leonardo, they are out of the same pen lineage.

    • @korax67
      @korax67 Рік тому

      @@ironmic9244 Customized Jowo nibs are excellent (TWSBI/Faber Castell), simple Jowo nibs are average. Simple Bocks (Namisu) are above average. Well, all that, according to my taste.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      I think the pens that cost a bit more are bringing some more detail & refinement to the table. I'd love to see one get more info. From the pictures so far I see what I like.

  • @ameliabuns4058
    @ameliabuns4058 Рік тому +1

    Ooh that whiskey ink is pretty! but yeah I really dislike rhodia but don't know any alternatives that are cheap
    i should try regalia but i had horrible experience with their company
    the mass thing is really cool tho, reminds me of some gaming mice i've seen

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      I'm a big Muji paper fan. I've done a few videos on them. Decent paper for the price

  • @peterharris5387
    @peterharris5387 Рік тому +1

    9:00 re laser engraving: I'd liken my interest to 3d printing. I'm interested in the subject but it's not something I can see myself doing.
    Go ahead, it's your channel. You know what you're talking about and that's worth another video. For instance, whether that misalignment happens with a different unit.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      I'll be checking for squareness this time for sure

  • @jaystone4816
    @jaystone4816 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the review. Not a pen I would buy...to me it looks cheap. It's not the shape - I like that - but the overall finish, appointments and nib are a disappointment. I realize this is a moderately priced pen, but shape alone is not going to persuade me to like it. There are quite a few good custom pen makers for acrylic pens here in the U.S., and they can offer a better looking pen in the same or slightly higher price range. Each to his own taste as the French say, but it's not to mine.

  • @Zee1949
    @Zee1949 Рік тому +1

    As a relatively new vintage pen collector, I would greatly appreciate a video on dating vintage pens, couldn’t find one on you tube. Perhaps it could be a series by manufacturer. Thanks

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      There are several sites about that, sometimes brand specific & books as well. I wouldn't really be able to do a video series on that since I don't have many vintage pens. Grand Mia pens has a great channel where he restores vintage pens

  • @douglasmattingly1250
    @douglasmattingly1250 Рік тому +1

    Might be a good idea to compare this Delta with the Leonardo Momento Zero. They seem to be uncannily alike.

  • @steventrosiek2623
    @steventrosiek2623 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for a great video. Really beautiful pen, only Delta should have included a piston filler unit instead of a converter and the weight in the barrel end. I'd even pay 150 extra for that detail. 😊

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      I think some other models are piston fillers.

  • @kimkristensen5476
    @kimkristensen5476 Рік тому +1

    Dear Mr. Doodlebud if you can make some monny on making a video or 3 about lazer ingreavers go fore it as long you come back to pens make the $$$ were you can.
    Btw. Request can you help with some restoration problems i have cracks... 😂
    You might know how to fix cracks and scratches in the difent materials... mainly what is harden rubber and how to fix it ebonite and celloide and so on.
    Sorry fore the bad spelling..
    Thank you fore your great videos

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      Check out Grand Mia pens on UA-cam. His whole channel is restoring & fixing vintage pens. Amazing resource

  • @KennyLarson
    @KennyLarson Рік тому +1

    I'd be game for a giveaway (even though I never win anything) You are right though about not reviewing too many of them. The algorithm would not approve.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      It's not so much about the algorithm which I can't control. Only thing I can control is my content. So if folks really wouldn't be into it I'd also feel bad for the retailer. Sending me a laser system for giveaway is a huge offer. I'd at want them to get some exposure for doing something like that.

  • @brettsmith1655
    @brettsmith1655 Рік тому +4

    No downside to the screw in converter. If you strip it out then you are left with a standard international that's friction fit. There's literally no downside.

    • @EVILLASER
      @EVILLASER Рік тому

      It’s a minor issue in the grand scheme of things, but a screw-in converter makes using converters with adapter housings for things like Pilot nibs very difficult if not impossible without significant modification. Again, a niche use case, but I find myself in this exact position now and wanted to share!

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      The friction fit will be a tad loose if you sub in a regular international converter. Some of the international ones also have a metal band around the bottom so sometimes won't fit depending upon the height of the threaded part that takes the screw in converter. So if the threads do strip out there are specific international converters you have to use. This pen has a full resin section so shouldn't wear out the threads on the converter.

  • @zacheryanderson7363
    @zacheryanderson7363 Рік тому +1

    I'm sure this is an ironic thought... But... As much as I love the pretty little manuals that come with done fancy pens I wish pen makers would make in depth with multiple specific graphics manuals for each pen in the form of a HTML it PDF so they could produce each one language specific without massive cost for printing them all out as books 🤷

  • @DisasterClean
    @DisasterClean Рік тому +1

    Doesn’t look like the cap is the same color as the body.

    • @ichirofakename
      @ichirofakename Рік тому +1

      and I thought the section looked marginally different from the barrel.

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому +1

      They're the same. Some parts have more or less of the white swirl with the red so can give the appearance of a different color. It's just the natural ebb & flow of the resin mixture

  • @rawhides
    @rawhides Рік тому +1

    Dude….
    Are you AvE?
    - Is engineer
    - Is in BC
    - Hates camera focus mechanisms
    - Has daughter
    I had to ask!

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому

      Who is this AvE people keep comparing Doods to?

    • @rawhides
      @rawhides Рік тому

      @@ironmic9244 search on youtube will easily entertain you if you have some time to kill! AvE is one of the most entertaining channels on the tube!

    • @Doodlebud
      @Doodlebud  Рік тому

      I even grew up in the same part of BC where he is now. Never knew about him until someone said I sound like AvE. He's a good'r

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому

      @@rawhides Thanks. Checking it out now.

    • @ironmic9244
      @ironmic9244 Рік тому

      Hmmmm. Some same speaking mannerisms, but the voice don't sound like Doodlebud. The hands don't look like Doodlebuds either.