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The Sailor 1911, Large, is perhaps, not as big as you may consider; it is not small by any means, rather more, a medium sized pen. That said, this will sit well in anybody’s hand (except the most diminutive). Finished in a high gloss, black resin, & this model, accented in Rhodium - you can select the gold or Rose gold, but my preference is for silvered cap bands, clips & nibs.
In all the fountains I possess, Sailor has to have the most beautifully decorated nibs on the planet - & I am not alone in that assertion: laser etched engraving, then finely polished, make this writing instrument stand out in the crowd. As with many Sailor models, it comes in a variety of colours & three sizes - Standard, Large, & ‘King Of Pen(s)’, & accordingly, vary in price range.
The model I chose is outfitted with a Medium Fine 21K Rhodium plated nib, with the smallest degree of flexion (this is not categorised as a semi-flex/flex nib - all Sailor nibs are of a Hard designation); if you’re careful you may be able to squeeze a little line variation out - but do not push it ! Feedback with this nib is more than with, say, a Medium, but it does offer both fine & medium lines, dependent upon the attitude of blade to paper (angle).
The writing experience is pleasant & consistent; build quality, superb.
If you favour a piston-fill mechanism, the Realo range - in both ‘1911’ & ‘Professional Gear’ is readily available, but again, commands a commensurate price tag.
Delightfully engineered writing implement.
Fruits of (Their) Labour
This is my first Sailor Professional Gear (ProGear) fountain pen. Initially, it was the Blueberry colour to the cap & barrel that attracted my attention, accented beautifully with Rhodium plating. The 14K nib, in Medium, glides over the paper, effortlessly - & given that Sailor’s reputation for feedback, well known, I found no such evidence in this particular nib width; ink delivery by way of a cartridge or converter (proprietary fit, only).
The pen itself comes in the standard Navy Blue box, encased in a white card outer sleeve; the interior to the case, an off white, cushioned pad.
This isn’t a huge pen, but sits comfortably in (my) hand, posted. I like the squared-off cap & blank of the barrel, & the attention to detail is unsurpassed.
Do be aware, the aforementioned “feedback” may be present in their finer nib widths ~ EF & F, but I suspect this is not untenable. Those that I am acquainted with in the Fountain Pen Community, prefer a small amount of resistance whilst writing.
A fine writing instrument in whatever colour-accent combination you may choose. Highly recommended.
My grail pen
Super happy with my purchase. It's an absolutely beautiful pen. Everything about it is just beautiful.
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Really like these Twsbi fountain pens, in every way. Cannot fault them, they write exceptionally well, have great nib and ink control. Very enjoyable every-day pen. Great value.
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