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Parker - Sonnet Royal | Black - Chrome Trim |

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Nib: Steel

Steel

Nib Size: Fine

Fine Medium

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Parker - Sonnet Royal | Black - Chrome Trim |

~~€132,00~~ €106,00

Nib: Steel

Steel

Nib Size: Fine

Fine Medium

Description

The Sonnet collection was launched in 1994 as a modern remake of the legendary Vacumatic from 1933, incorporating for the first time the iconic arrow-shaped clip, an undisputed emblem of the Parker brand.

This collection serves as a bridge between the past and the present, offering a glimpse of the fame and brilliance of Parker's craftsmanship in today's world. Considered by some as a sonnet dedicated to writing in general, and by others as a symbol of elegance in particular, this range is simply a continuation of tradition, values, and unparalleled quality that Parker has established in the market over time.

With its 17 meticulously assembled components made of noble metals (gold, silver, rhodium) and conventional metals (brass, stainless steel), Sonnet becomes a true work of art among writing instruments.

Its subtly imprinted modern classic shape, infused with British traditionalism, perfectly balanced, adorned with flawless finishes, intricately studied details, and an expression of good taste evident in every element, captivates the consumer from the very first moment, making it an undisputed favorite among people of all ages.

Sonnet can confidently be described as a symbol of eternity, elegance, and quintessential English refinement—a remarkable symbol that should be a cherished addition to your collection.

If you desire to present an unmistakable and unforgettable gift, a gift with a strong personality through which you wish to convey a visible message of sophistication and elegance for any occasion, then a Sonnet fountain pen is undoubtedly the ideal choice.

The Royal range, introduced to the British market in 2016, represents a refreshed classic collection featuring new decorative elements, finishes, and packaging.

Specifications:

- brand: Parker
- type: Fountain Pen
- color: Black
- body material: Metal
- cap type: Push Cap
- filling mechanism: Converter
- nib material: Steel
- nib size: Fine, Medium
- postable: Yes
- trim: Chrome Plated
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- cap diameter (without clip): -- mm.
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Specifications

Brand: Parker
Model: Sonnet Royal
Edition:
Color: Black
Body Material: Metal
Finish:
Cap Type: Push
Filling Mechanism: Cartridge Converter
Postable: Yes
Trim Color: Silver
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I love this pen. As usual the Gravitas did not disappoint me. Perfect machining, absolutely perfect fit and finish.. this pen is another masterpiece. I love writing with it, I love the materials, and I love how much ink it holds. just pure Gravitas, what else to say.

Another Great Gravitas Pen

I ordered this pen even though I’ve had some issues with two of my six Monster pens—which amounts to a failure rate of nearly 30%. One of my Monsters (black aluminum) suddenly started leaking after three months of regular use (with Artisan Pastellier Rose Cyclamen ink; it still leaks in small amounts, even though I haven’t used that ink in it for months and am now using the fountain pen with GvFC Viper Green; otherwise, the pen works reliably). Unfortunately, two service requests regarding this issue went unanswered.

The other one (TiSinX titanium) is now, unfortunately, completely unusable, as every time I fill it, large amounts of ink immediately ooze out in thick drops from the same spot (though this could be due to using Diamone Desert Rose—I didn’t initially know that such inks might cause problems). I may contact Pen Venture at a later date regarding the purchase of a replacement ink reservoir (if possible with Ultem).

I haven’t had any problems so far with the Ultem Monsters or the Gravitas Exclusive Rainbow Skittle Monster.

The Vac 2.0, which is what this review was actually supposed to be about, is another great pen. Unfortunately, the Diamine Lady Grey ink I bought along with it seems much too dry for this pen, so I screwed in the gold nib from my Gravitas x Kyuseido Kakari, and now it writes like a dream; ironically, the original nib now writes just as beautifully in my Ultemate Vac - so I guess I have to review the new steel nib separately.

The Kraken filling mechanism works extremely well again and feels almost a bit more powerful in this pen than it does in the Monster; and the new ink window is a joy as well.

It's extremely well balanced and although I very much enjoy the girthier (and heavier) monster, fast note taking is kind of more comfortable with this pen—although, purely for aesthetic reasons, I actually like the flat ends of the Monster a little better.

However, there’s a minor flaw (which definitely isn’t due to the new gold nib, since it also occurred with the original nib) that happens when the ink reservoir is full and you screw the Kraken mechanism shut. Sometimes a large drop falls onto the paper then, but I suspect this can be prevented by simply not letting the reservoir get completely full.

That aside, the pen is a pure delight.

The broad nib I orderd it with is pure delight as well. It's nicely soft and writes very consistently with my (fairly standard, I guess) 50° writing angle. The line width is very consistent, which is a nice experience, given that many broad nibs these days have stub-like characteristics. Interestingly, this nib has this kind of character when using it in reverse for very, very small margin notes—something I haven't come across before with round-ground nibs. I kind of like it.

All in all another great and beautifully designed pen - but only time will tell if it's prone to the same problems as some of the Monsters.

The ordering process and shipment was smooth and seamless as always with pen venture and I received my ordering within just a few days. Emy added a kind handwritten note, a Monster maintenance tool and vial of silicon oil.

That creates a kind of personal shopping experience—which is something, also given that the store appears to be expanding quite rapidly.

Fifty 4T Titan Ultem - First Impressions

Emy has just sent me the 50/40 Titan Ultem. It’s a very well balanced pen made from a variety of rugged materials. This pen will outlast me, safe to say. The first and continuing impression the pen gives is its superb machining. The fit and finish is of the highest order comparable to artisanal products made in limited numbers by engineer-designers: like musical instruments, pocket knives, tobacco pipes and wristwatches. There is no feature or detail in this pen that distracts from my pleasure in using it. I respond to the common critiques of the 50/40 in the following way: (1) There is no clip. This is true. That this is a shortcoming is not true. I don’t need a clip. My writing surface is flat so it doesn’t roll off and the pen never leaves the studio so I don’t put it in my shirt pocket. (2) The Ultem material is the color of urine. I don’t see it that way. It’s transparent canary and provides a lively contrast to the titanium. If you prefer, the clear and smoked options are also available.(3) The nib should be gold. I disagree. This steel nib is comparable to premium Swedish surgical steel. There’s nuance and flexibility in its response. And the discrete etched logo is the only product marking on the entire pen (with the exception of the pen number out of a series of 250 at the bottom of the cap). (4) It’s too expense. That is an opinion not an argument. I had no problem paying the €640.

Beautiful pocket pen.

I’m really happy with this pen. The machining on the body is really nice and the tactility of the grip is amazing. It also looks lovely.
If I had any criticism it would be that the cap doesn’t post as securely as some pocket pens but once you get used to it is perfectly useable and doesn’t affect my enjoyment of the pen.

Complete pile of shite

Bought a Gravitas Monster. Kept in pen sleeve in padded case. Used carefully. Treated carefully. Filled twice. Noticed ink all over my hand. No obvious problem. When home I emptied the pen and notice a thin crack in the barrel at the "turning knob" end, just before the aluminium. Now unusable. Ink seeping out. Complete waste of money. Complete crap. Either desire flaw, or poor materials or both. Watch out. Will never buy another Gravitas POS, nor from this retailer again.

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