I have an Asvine J16 with a fine Jowo nib, and same as yours: very smooth with almost no feedback. It is a very nice writer and my daily carry these days. The pen is not that heavy, as you mentioned, considering an all metal construction and it sits very well in the hand: it just feels like a perfect and natural fit in my hand. I am amazed at the engineering that went into it as I don't consider the J16 a mere copy of the MB 146. As you mentioned, it is all titanium and to have a pen that feels just right somebody must have spent some time making sure that it would be a "writer" and not just a paper weight to leave on the desk. Kudos to Avsine!
Thanks for the review. I received my pen now and the medium nib I got is spectacular. Buttery smooth and wet out of the box. I do not know yet if there will be dry out issues in the future, but the first impression is very good. This seems to be a very good value for the price considering this is Titanium and German nib. It also feels very well made and substantial.
Thank you for the review, Doug. I have been eyeing this pen for a few weeks and after seeing this review, it is at the top of my list of pens to get. I love titanium pens. My ēnsso Italia is one that will never leave my collection. This will certainly be a welcome addition to my collection. I was considering getting the Kanwrite Mammoth X with the #9 nib but I think I will put that thought out of my mind for this pen. Thank you again, Doug.
Interesting. The Kanwrite Mammoth X I ordered had arrived a few days ago. Its a big pen, but just slightly shorter/narrower than my Ranga Model 5. That #9 nib in the Kanwrite is massive, and noticeably larger than the #8 Titanium in my Ranga. It is a really smooth writing nib and it's very juicy, and capable of laying down a good amount of ink. I do like my metal pens as well since I have a Namisu Nova, an ensso Bolt & Piuma, a Gravitas Dinkey in Tungsten with a copper grip section, and today the Gravitas Quark in Stone Washed Zirconium arrived today.
hi doug...totally right on the 601 metal section and bobby bent nib...you made me get the same configuration as yours...now adays you can find them already in that setup from etsy...my #8 broad gold nib on the 630 is also one of my favourite pens ever. the best bargain i ever made. you cant even buy a steel cartridge/converter from italy with the same amount of money these days...makes you wonder...anywaysss...Asvine has been putting out great pens lately...thank you for taking a couple for the team...you help me keep my wallet semi intact...lol...happy weekend and lookong forward for tomorrows resurrection sundays.
I agree; the monotone look of the titanium is excellent as it is. I wouldn’t change it. I got mine in medium, but it hasn’t yet been added to my rotation. I’m looking forward to it.
Thank you for the video. It was great as always. My J16 is a beautiful example of fine workmanship. I will use it. It is too nice a pen not to. Just the way the cap screws off and on reminds me of why craftsmanship should be valued. The pen is a pleasure to hold and use. It does remind me of why I like ebonite and turned resin so much. And it reminds me of how few of my pens are made to this standard of competence. This one won't get sold or put in a drawer.
I have had my J16 for a couple of weeks now. Mine had a nib and you are correct. This pen is absolutely fantastic. The only potential downside (large and heavy) is a plus for me so nothing but A grades on this pen. Great review Doug!!!! Now I wanna get some of that Edlestein ink you're using.
Great review. I’ll be interested in your thoughts on the V60. Mine is amazing. Got it in yellow/gold with a broad long knife nib. Compared with the Omas 360 or 360 magnum it’s almost perfect. Much better than the pen it copies
Nice video, Doug. I don't know if you've made this video before, but could you make a video of the best cheap fountain pens, starting at $2 and then $5, $10, $15, $20, $30.. (I'm looking for very specific price indications since importing anything into my country is very difficult)
Oh no, I’ve got a V60 incoming and now I’ll have to order a J16 to soften the blow. Others have generally been complimentary about the V60, so it will be interesting to hear your views on that Pretend Omas Scribbler.
I have had my J16 for almost 3 weeks, and it has been a daily carry since it arrived. Another home run by Asvine. It makes me wonder what they will produce next.
Nice review Doug. It's a nice enough looking pen, and writes as one would expect with a Jowo nib. This is another pen I'll be passing on since it looks so familiar to other pens in it's size class. I'm on the look out for something different, and this pen is not that!! Looking forward to your next video!!
Thank you for the excellent review. I have this pen with the Yowo F nib, and it is a joy to hold in the hand and writes effortlessly, silky smooth with just the right wetness and no skipping, requiring no tuning at all. I’m not usually a fan of metal pens, but this one is in a class by itself. I was surprised to find the brushed titanium finish is not slippery at all. (I don’t think they will be selling many with the mirror finish.) Can you give a web site for your nibmeister Jack Hernandez and a recommendation for where to get Yowo nibs?
Oooooo Shiney I'm not a fan of metal grip sections I have one of them and it erks me out everytime I need to unload it ... but if you say its nice I might have to see if anyone at the pen club has one I can feel :)
Thanks for the review! I'm on the hunt for a pen to use every day and with arthritis being an issue, it needs to be a bigger sized pen. This pen falls into that category I'm guessing. Has this the makings of being one of your favourite pens overall? It's more on the pricey side but sounds like it is worth every penny.
Good-looking pen, but I wonder whether I'd use it. The v126 is still my favourite assfine. Was waiting all through the video for you to say J-sixteen instead of one-six and finally, with the writing sample, you do. Suspense well managed.
Is your pen the bright or the brushed titanium? You mention "brushed" in the video, but the pen looks like the bright finish (but it could be down to your lighting).
Thanks for the video Doug, great review. I've had this pen in my Amazon list for a few weeks. Amazon lists two types, brushed Titanium and bright Titanium. Do you know which you purchased? I'm also going to pull the trigger on the Wing Sung 630 you mentioned in this video. Thanks again.
@@InkquiringMinds Hi, Thanks for the review. I just ordered one. Are you sure you got the brushed version? In all pictures and other videos I have seen the brushed version looks much more matte finished with clear brushing strokes along the pen. I liked your version and ordered the brushed one, but I am not sure I ordered the right one now after looking around a liitle and seeing pictures of both.
@@InkquiringMinds Thanks for confirming. Yours looks great and in my opinion has exactly the right shine. I guess it is a lighting issue in some of the other pictures and videos I have seen.
It is kinda surprising what you say. I also have a bottle of Golden Lapis, and it has clogged each of the three pens I have tried it on: Kaweco Sport Double Broad, TWSBI Vac 700 Broad and TWSBI Swipe Medium. They all have clogged the same day they were inked, and neither wrote even two full pages. So, I am frustrated. Though, I agree, that ink looks beautiful on the paper.
@@InkquiringMinds I have an E95S with a medium nib. I will try it there. I do like how the ink looks on the paper, but even after forcing a few drops through the feed, they would write wet for a few words and then stop writing. I did not try dipping the nib on water, I'll see if that helps. Thanks.
Hi Doug, glad to hear we're in sync again with me mostly disagreeing with your review, that keeps your channel as one of the very few really interesting fountain pen related ones 👍 Now I want to know why you don't like the V60, my only complaint about it is that its edges are too sharp 🤔
I looked out this morning and the sun was gone Turned on some music to start my day I lost myself in a familiar song I closed my eyes and I slipped away....................
There is also a sort of new p136 labeled Majohn Titanium Alloy Ti-136 'Brushed Version’. But your Asvine J16 Bright Titanium looks like the highest sister who plays basketball.
I’ve got the Ti P136 in the ‘hammered’ texture. It also comes in polished and brushed finishes. I have no doubt this Asvine is a good a pen as their others-all my Asvines are excellent pens. But I prefer the gold trim on the Ti P136, this Asvine is a little too monotone for my taste.
@@DanCarmell Aesthetically I agree. Also, titanium or not, as an EDC I prefer not inkwindow at all. If they fall to the ground, they break here, the weakest point. I've broken a few, my p139 the last one. The Montblancesque ink window of the p136-ti seems like it would take a blow better.
I got the exact same pen with the same B nib and it's amazing. I thought I would swap for a gold JoWo nib but the B nib is so nice I can't mess with it. Cheers!
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I have an Asvine J16 with a fine Jowo nib, and same as yours: very smooth with almost no feedback. It is a very nice writer and my daily carry these days. The pen is not that heavy, as you mentioned, considering an all metal construction and it sits very well in the hand: it just feels like a perfect and natural fit in my hand. I am amazed at the engineering that went into it as I don't consider the J16 a mere copy of the MB 146. As you mentioned, it is all titanium and to have a pen that feels just right somebody must have spent some time making sure that it would be a "writer" and not just a paper weight to leave on the desk. Kudos to Avsine!
I agree 100%, @EnzoCiccia-jn4uy!
So glad these companies are making very worth while pens so that people can get into good ones for a fair price! Great review Doug!
Yes they are!
Thanks for the review. I received my pen now and the medium nib I got is spectacular. Buttery smooth and wet out of the box. I do not know yet if there will be dry out issues in the future, but the first impression is very good. This seems to be a very good value for the price considering this is Titanium and German nib. It also feels very well made and substantial.
Great to hear!
The ringing tone on the Gibson is lovely. Thanks. I haven't watched the video yet, but had to remark on the instrument you're playing in the intro.
Cool, thanks! My pride and joy Gibson SJ200 Golden Age.
Thank you for the review, Doug. I have been eyeing this pen for a few weeks and after seeing this review, it is at the top of my list of pens to get.
I love titanium pens. My ēnsso Italia is one that will never leave my collection. This will certainly be a welcome addition to my collection.
I was considering getting the Kanwrite Mammoth X with the #9 nib but I think I will put that thought out of my mind for this pen.
Thank you again, Doug.
Hope you enjoy it!
Interesting. The Kanwrite Mammoth X I ordered had arrived a few days ago. Its a big pen, but just slightly shorter/narrower than my Ranga Model 5. That #9 nib in the Kanwrite is massive, and noticeably larger than the #8 Titanium in my Ranga. It is a really smooth writing nib and it's very juicy, and capable of laying down a good amount of ink. I do like my metal pens as well since I have a Namisu Nova, an ensso Bolt & Piuma, a Gravitas Dinkey in Tungsten with a copper grip section, and today the Gravitas Quark in Stone Washed Zirconium arrived today.
hi doug...totally right on the 601 metal section and bobby bent nib...you made me get the same configuration as yours...now adays you can find them already in that setup from etsy...my #8 broad gold nib on the 630 is also one of my favourite pens ever. the best bargain i ever made. you cant even buy a steel cartridge/converter from italy with the same amount of money these days...makes you wonder...anywaysss...Asvine has been putting out great pens lately...thank you for taking a couple for the team...you help me keep my wallet semi intact...lol...happy weekend and lookong forward for tomorrows resurrection sundays.
Thanks for this!
Hello, what is the weight of all steel body 601. I am looking into it as an everyday carry snap cap.
My WS601 Flighter with ink is 36 grams.
@@InkquiringMinds36 grams including steel gip section?
I have one and love it.
That's one elegant pen. Reminds me slightly of the Jinhao x750. And I approve of the near-blank nib, sets it apart a bit. Thanks for the show.
Right on!
This is definitely a target for future purchase!
1st class!
I agree; the monotone look of the titanium is excellent as it is. I wouldn’t change it. I got mine in medium, but it hasn’t yet been added to my rotation. I’m looking forward to it.
Thanks, Oscar!
Thank you for the video. It was great as always. My J16 is a beautiful example of fine workmanship. I will use it. It is too nice a pen not to. Just the way the cap screws off and on reminds me of why craftsmanship should be valued. The pen is a pleasure to hold and use. It does remind me of why I like ebonite and turned resin so much. And it reminds me of how few of my pens are made to this standard of competence. This one won't get sold or put in a drawer.
Not usually a fan of metal pens - but that looks great! I might have to save my pennies from Christmas! Thank you Prof Sir Doug!
Right on!
I have had my J16 for a couple of weeks now. Mine had a nib and you are correct. This pen is absolutely fantastic. The only potential downside (large and heavy) is a plus for me so nothing but A grades on this pen. Great review Doug!!!! Now I wanna get some of that Edlestein ink you're using.
Great to hear!
Magnificent pen! Thanks for the splendid review.
My pleasure!
Great review, Doug. I can't wait to hear your thoughts on that V60, that Doodlebud raved about. Mine is in the mail. . Thanks. KB
Hope you enjoy it! I’ll review it on Saturday
@@InkquiringMinds Thanks Doug, It's currently in NYC, awaiting delivery. KB
Very interesting fountain pen! Thanks Doug for this review.
My pleasure!
Great review. I’ll be interested in your thoughts on the V60. Mine is amazing. Got it in yellow/gold with a broad long knife nib. Compared with the Omas 360 or 360 magnum it’s almost perfect. Much better than the pen it copies
You’ll see on Saturday!
@ looking forward!
Thank you for the informative and entertaining, as usual, review. Nice pen, one I may buy.
Thanks for watching!
Nice video, Doug. I don't know if you've made this video before, but could you make a video of the best cheap fountain pens, starting at $2 and then $5, $10, $15, $20, $30.. (I'm looking for very specific price indications since importing anything into my country is very difficult)
Oh no, I’ve got a V60 incoming and now I’ll have to order a J16 to soften the blow. Others have generally been complimentary about the V60, so it will be interesting to hear your views on that Pretend Omas Scribbler.
Coming Saturday!
I have had my J16 for almost 3 weeks, and it has been a daily carry since it arrived. Another home run by Asvine. It makes me wonder what they will produce next.
I agree!
Nice review Doug. It's a nice enough looking pen, and writes as one would expect with a Jowo nib. This is another pen I'll be passing on since it looks so familiar to other pens in it's size class. I'm on the look out for something different, and this pen is not that!! Looking forward to your next video!!
Thank you so much, @zeus52452!
That is a really impressive pen, also what colors of the Pelikan catalog do you recommend? iam using the 4001 Dark green and iam really enjoying it.
I've not used any of the 4001 Pelikan inks but have several of the Edelstein. Topaz and Golden Lapis are my favs.
Thank you for the excellent review. I have this pen with the Yowo F nib, and it is a joy to hold in the hand and writes effortlessly, silky smooth with just the right wetness and no skipping, requiring no tuning at all. I’m not usually a fan of metal pens, but this one is in a class by itself. I was surprised to find the brushed titanium finish is not slippery at all. (I don’t think they will be selling many with the mirror finish.)
Can you give a web site for your nibmeister Jack Hernandez and a recommendation for where to get Yowo nibs?
Thanks for sharing! Jack is on Instagram instagram.com/jackokun/
Gorgeous pen! Have you had a look at Moonman/Majohns ti-136 hammered version of this pen. It's also a stunner, i hope it's similiarly well built.
Oooooo Shiney I'm not a fan of metal grip sections I have one of them and it erks me out everytime I need to unload it ... but if you say its nice I might have to see if anyone at the pen club has one I can feel :)
Thanks for the review! I'm on the hunt for a pen to use every day and with arthritis being an issue, it needs to be a bigger sized pen. This pen falls into that category I'm guessing. Has this the makings of being one of your favourite pens overall? It's more on the pricey side but sounds like it is worth every penny.
It hits the sweet spot between the MB149 and MB146 sizes and has some good heft and ink capacity. The nib is the selling point though.
Very nice review! Are you reviewing version brushed or bright?
Brushed.
this is bright
I think so too is bright.
Good-looking pen, but I wonder whether I'd use it. The v126 is still my favourite assfine. Was waiting all through the video for you to say J-sixteen instead of one-six and finally, with the writing sample, you do. Suspense well managed.
I said J sixteen in the intro too! :) Have to try to please everyone!
Is your pen the bright or the brushed titanium? You mention "brushed" in the video, but the pen looks like the bright finish (but it could be down to your lighting).
It is brushed.
@@InkquiringMinds Thanks!
Amazon is out of the J16 in broad in the brushed titanium. Do you think the bright titanium would be slippery?
Probably more than mine.
@@InkquiringMindsSounds like a good reason to get the brushed finish and some Jowo nib units to play with. Thanks!
Thanks for the video Doug, great review. I've had this pen in my Amazon list for a few weeks. Amazon lists two types, brushed Titanium and bright Titanium. Do you know which you purchased? I'm also going to pull the trigger on the Wing Sung 630 you mentioned in this video. Thanks again.
Glad it was helpful! Mine is the brushed titanium.
@@InkquiringMinds Hi, Thanks for the review. I just ordered one. Are you sure you got the brushed version? In all pictures and other videos I have seen the brushed version looks much more matte finished with clear brushing strokes along the pen. I liked your version and ordered the brushed one, but I am not sure I ordered the right one now after looking around a liitle and seeing pictures of both.
Yes. Mine is brushed.
@@InkquiringMinds Thanks for confirming. Yours looks great and in my opinion has exactly the right shine. I guess it is a lighting issue in some of the other pictures and videos I have seen.
It is kinda surprising what you say. I also have a bottle of Golden Lapis, and it has clogged each of the three pens I have tried it on: Kaweco Sport Double Broad, TWSBI Vac 700 Broad and TWSBI Swipe Medium. They all have clogged the same day they were inked, and neither wrote even two full pages. So, I am frustrated.
Though, I agree, that ink looks beautiful on the paper.
Interesting. I've had it in my Pilot e95s and it only stuttered briefly. I dipped the nib in some water and it has continued on with no issues.
@@InkquiringMinds I have an E95S with a medium nib. I will try it there. I do like how the ink looks on the paper, but even after forcing a few drops through the feed, they would write wet for a few words and then stop writing. I did not try dipping the nib on water, I'll see if that helps. Thanks.
@@davidjimenezlopez Don't let it sit unused though! And clean it once a week.
Hi Doug, glad to hear we're in sync again with me mostly disagreeing with your review, that keeps your channel as one of the very few really interesting fountain pen related ones 👍
Now I want to know why you don't like the V60, my only complaint about it is that its edges are too sharp 🤔
You'll have to wait until next Saturday! I have two geniune Omas 360s with which to compare.
Isn't not the same German Jowo nib unit Ranga uses? The one you complained that there is no brand mark....
Yup! Same nib.
I looked out this morning and the sun was gone
Turned on some music to start my day
I lost myself in a familiar song
I closed my eyes and I slipped away....................
Great song!
Very nice pen , though it's not available on ali express I wonder why.
I find that interesting too.
Available now
If you are saying the section is not slippery, then I will have to buy this pen. With a B nib!
There is also a sort of new p136 labeled Majohn Titanium Alloy Ti-136 'Brushed Version’. But your Asvine J16 Bright Titanium looks like the highest sister who plays basketball.
I’ve got the Ti P136 in the ‘hammered’ texture. It also comes in polished and brushed finishes. I have no doubt this Asvine is a good a pen as their others-all my Asvines are excellent pens. But I prefer the gold trim on the Ti P136, this Asvine is a little too monotone for my taste.
I've seen that!
@@DanCarmell Aesthetically I agree. Also, titanium or not, as an EDC I prefer not inkwindow at all. If they fall to the ground, they break here, the weakest point. I've broken a few, my p139 the last one. The Montblancesque ink window of the p136-ti seems like it would take a blow better.
Friggin bought one. Do you have debtor's prison in Canada? (We will here, soon, I'm sure.)
Yeah, it is called work.
1:06 What's a "Monteblanc", Doug?!
The Full Monty.
@@InkquiringMinds Probably thinking of a mountebank.
I fixed the typo immediately.
I still don't understand why this pen is not on AliExpress
I see my old Montblanc….slipping away
lol
I got the exact same pen with the same B nib and it's amazing. I thought I would swap for a gold JoWo nib but the B nib is so nice I can't mess with it. Cheers!
Very nice!
Yes, A delicious pen, but I still have to curb my G.A.S. problem!!!
Which guitar are you GASing for?
US buyers better get hot and buy their pens before Trump’s tariffs kick in.
This pen would go from $68US to $81.60US before shipping.
lmao
This pen isn't worth it because it posts like some inept engineer designed it like most, but not all, other Chinese pens.