Retro 51 - Tornado Smithsonian - Dinosaur Fossil SWCT

The Retro 51 Tornado Smithsonian Dinosaur Fossil fountain pen is a unique writing instrument inspired by the prehistoric world and officially licensed by the Smithsonian Institution. Designed for collectors and dinosaur enthusiasts, it transforms everyday writing into a journey through time, celebrating the majesty of ancient creatures that once ruled the Earth.

Crafted with a detailed fossil-inspired design, this Retro 51 fountain pen features an antique copper finish with ivory accents and embossed dinosaur motifs across the barrel. Its textured surface evokes the look and feel of real fossils, while the durable metal construction ensures long-lasting performance and a smooth writing experience.

Equipped with a smooth-writing #6 steel fountain pen nib, the Tornado Smithsonian - Dinosaur Fossil SWCT delivers a refined and consistent writing experience. It uses standard international ink cartridges or converters (converter provided), offering flexibility for everyday writing while allowing users to enjoy a wide variety of inks. Balanced, reliable and comfortable in hand, it’s well suited for professionals, students and fountain pen enthusiasts alike.

The Smithsonian Dinosaur Fossil edition is a collectible piece that connects science, history, and design. Perfect for gift-giving or personal use, the Retro 51 Tornado brings the wonder of paleontology to your desk, making every word a discovery.

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Zoom 727

I was very lucky to find a Zoom 727 with Pen Venture. It’s similar to the iconic 707 but it’s slightly larger form makes it more usable for daily use. It’s none the worse for that and scooped an if Design award in 2004. Bizarrely, it’s discontinued now! Get it while you can from Pen Venture. My thanks to them for their great service.

Quark, xf

Skipped so much I had to replace the nib unit with parts from my storage. Quite disappointing. The cap now screws on, I preferred the slip cap. It's faster. It's working now but I won't be spending any more money on gravitas.

The Vac 2

The Vac 2 is a refinement of both the Monster and the previous Gravitas vac fillers. This is a very robust, beautifully balanced writer that will bring pleasure to even the most particular purchaser. The filling system holds just the right quantity of ink. Long writing sessions are a breeze without the risk of having ink sit in the pen for extended periods. I have used this pen extensively since it arrived and have found it to be consistent and reliable. The nib is smooth and flows evenly with the lightest of touches. I prefer this pen over the monster because of its size and balance. The Vac 2 becomes an extension of my hand, allowing me to forget its presence and locus entirely, focusing on what I am writing.

Excellent service. Love the pen. Thank you.
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Substantial, reliable, and smooth

The Gravitas Vac 2.0 is an amazing tool for handwriting. The nib is smooth, distinct, and reliable, and it has some weight due to its durable materials, black aluminium/aluminum and ultem, the perfect combination of a tool which will survive most of us, still functioning if the internal vacuum piston system is cared for. I have enjoyed this fountain pen for seven days and I am pleased to say it is one of my better ones, and it is fun to use. I recommend it.

(Emy was correct: The nib has great flow, about six drops of ink will automatically flow from the nib after I have just filled it, after that no problems; tissue paper or the ink bottle under the nib until that happens is recommended, other than that: an excellent fountain pen.)

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Retro 51 - Tornado Smithsonian - Dinosaur Fossil SWCT

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