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20 Jinhao × 10 Jinhao ×
Collectors who log it 101 287
Nib retractable steel nib unit, EF or F (Pilot-style unit) nib Small steel retractable nib unit, EF or F nib
Materials plastic (resin) body, metal nose cone and clip Metal body, lacquered or gradient finishes
Homage to Pilot Capless Decimo Pilot Vanishing Point (Capless)
For
  • Very cheap way to try a capless pen
  • Close Decimo size and weight
  • Nib units reported interchangeable with Pilot's
  • One-handed use, no cap
  • Shutter keeps the nib from drying out
  • Converter included
  • Much cheaper than a Pilot Vanishing Point
Against
  • Some units leak at the nose cone joint
  • Nib can dry out when stored; quality varies
  • Less refined finish than the Pilot
  • Clip near the nib gets in the way for some grips
  • Some buyers report ink residue on the shutter
  • Heavier than plastic pens (about 33 g)
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