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5000 Dragon Jinhao × 1200 Golden Dragon Jinhao ×
Collectors who log it 7 4
Nib #6 two-tone steel ('18KGP'), EF/F/M or bent nib #6 two-tone steel ('18KGP'), M (also bent) nib
Materials brass with relief pattern (antique silver, gold, black/gold) plated brass, textured; plastic section
For
  • Striking relief design
  • Wet, smooth nib
  • Solid metal build
  • Eye-catching dragon clip
  • Smooth medium nib
  • Cheap
Against
  • Heavy (about 40 g), long when posted
  • Cap can be stiff to remove
  • Brass grip ring can stain fingers
  • Heavy (about 50 g), tiring for long writing
  • Loud look
  • Red stone eyes can fall out; small converter can starve the nib
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Dimensions are mined from retailer listings — approximate. A dash means no source gave it, not that it is missing.