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997 Jinhao × 166 Jinhao ×
Collectors who log it 9 3
Nib #5 steel, EF/F nib Lamy-style steel, EF (0.38 mm) / F nib
Materials metal body and cap, lacquered; plastic section plastic
Homage to Parker Premier —
For
  • Solid metal build, well balanced
  • Smooth, wet #5 nib
  • Clean, understated look
  • Very cheap
  • Converter usually included
  • Hexagonal barrel does not roll
Against
  • Few independent reviews
  • Fairly heavy for a slim pen (about 40 g listed)
  • Light, plasticky
  • Snap cap
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Dimensions are mined from retailer listings — approximate. A dash means no source gave it, not that it is missing.