I'm an airline pilot and I've been using the AG7 at work every day for the past 4 years or so. The pen has never failed and always gets compliments when I lend it to someone (briefly- get your own!).
I'm seeing some comments about using pencils in space --- pencils are flammable, not ideal in a pressurized oxygen environment. The graphite flakes could also float into sensitive electronics. Space pens are preferred in this case. :)
I don't own a Cosmonaut or a Speedmaster but I still want that pen. I'll just buy one and pretend my G-shock is a Swiss luxury watch 👍. Great video as usual. Regards, Koen
The Urban Gentry I bought a dw5600 after seeing one of your reviews. You were right. It's a great watch. Thanks for the recommendation. I still want a space heritage mechanical piece though 👍.
I juste love those Fisher Space Pen since more than 10 years now, my favorite is the Small Bullet Space Pen that actually works with standard size pressurized recharge. The length of the pen closed is about 3mm longer than the recharge itself, that's impressive design done there.
It's worth noting that when you buy Fisher refills you get a plastic adapter with each one which allows it to be used inside a Parker pen, including the venerable Jotter :)
screw and unscrew it, for AG-7, it also has a manual chronograph button at the top which you can click at any intervals, you can even time a heartbeat if you click it at 1 click/second
I discovered the joy of writing with fountain pens several years ago and it changed my life. If you have not yet discovered this joy may I recommend them to you. Edison Pen company is my favorite.
I've been in love with the Fisher Space Pens since I was first introduced to them in the 1990's through a youth leadership program in high school. Thanks for another great video, your efforts are greatly appreciated. I have ordered another pen from the link you provided, as these pens will last forever and also possess a timeless style and class. Thank you!
Having to write many signatures every day I´m always looking for dependable ballpoint pens. And as a space guy this is as no-nonsense as it gets for having an everyday accessory with a flavor of rocket science. Thanks for the fun review!
I have used them for years in my field of work, very reliable. Glad you discovered them and appreciate the lineage and history. Enjoy them, Sir. I loved the background music today. 👍
So glad to hear BB, somehow that does not surprise me ;-) I am just sorry I am so late to the party! Oh well, part of the club now! Thank you my friend, I hope all is well with you. Best regards, TGV
@@theurbangentry sitting back enjoying a good cigar and watching you entertain and educate us weekly. Thank you for your dedication to the Gentry and humbleness. Good day my friend, thank you for the reply.
The background music was perfect! I’ve never known the history nor the capabilities of this pen. Truly a ubiquitous tool, and very elegant as well. Thank you for another great video!
This is why The Urban Gentry is my favorite channel. This is where one can watch an honest and passionate review by a true Gent. Keep the great content coming sir!
Great review TGV! 👍 I carried the bullet space pen in my pocket daily. Anyway if u buy the space pen cartridge , it has a white plug, just plug the white plug to the end n u can use it as a standard Parker pen refill. U can now write with ur fav jotter with the space pen refill.
Hi Tristano! Wonderful stuffes what your were reviewing this time. The Breitling with that strap is marvelleous, just absolutely amazing. Lovely, fenomenal pen history and show, really thank you for that! ( I’m definitely going to purchase one soon. ) Great honour to hear you, sir! :) Keep well! Best regards, Robert
I love this pen, it goes perfectly in a suit pocket and when asked for a pen I always get compliments on it, also it is a great conversation starter. I love these videos and would enjoy to see more amazing accessories to complement these fantastic watches
I'm SO glad I found your video, very well presented and interesting start to finish! Also, the ONLY review that I've found that actually compares the AG7 and a Jotter side by side... You'd think that'd be one of the first pens people compare it against but apparently not!
Thanks for adding this to the "gentleman's repertoire"! I've got a Fisher pen or cartridge in one form or another in my EDC, vehicle pack, hiking pack, at my work desk, and with my travel portfolio. They are so immensely practical and have yet to fail on me---highly recommend them to everyone. Not to mention carrying one in day-to-day business is very useful, I can't count the number of times it's come in handy out at the bank, bar/restaurant, etc. I also love that they've got almost every type of refill available, and in multiple colors, so you can retrofit virtually all pens (apart from very compact designs since they have to be pressurized) with a Fisher cartridge.
Beautiful video. Incredible way to pay respect to the American innovators and an amazing way to draw attention to yet another craft very few people know about. Love the subtle music in the background. Great way to establish the mood and beauty behind such ingenuity. Well done sir.
This very pen has been in my Amazon wish list for a while. Love the history behind it, as well as how simple and elegant it is. Looks like today is the day to make that purchase. Thanks for the bump, Tristano.
So glad to hear Matt, you will not be sorry. I hope this finds you and your family well. My only regret is I didn't get into Fisher pens earlier. Thank you, Best regards, TGV
T, I have wanted one of these for many years.... It's about time I get one. The music playing in the background was so peaceful and serene.... Nice work as always. Best regards
If you buy a fountain pen, you can choose between automatic winding and hand winding. And of course, there is the quartz version where the ink cartridge has to be replaced every now and then. What do you prefer?
I think this an appropriate pen accessory for other watches that have gone to space.. There are actually quite a few.. You definitely can't forget the Seiko 6139 "Pogue" or any one of the 6139 variants Speed-Timers that essentially are the same watch as the "Pogue" in design.
Of course! That certainly goes without saying. Having reviewed one too, I can certainly agree with you, perhaps even a better match to my Fortis. Thank you Wing, great to hear from you. Best regards, TGV
Love the space pen. I've had the chrome bullet pen from Fisher for years and have had 0 problems with it. They are great! Great video as always! Cheers, Chad
So glad to hear Chad, Thank you my friend, I look forward to our next hangout, I will try and schedule it better this time. I would be great to talk more. Best regards, TGV
A very nice & classy look, at an often looked over tool. Well done. I actually own one myself and can attest to its function. Keep up the Gentlemen style.
It seems huge compared to the earlier ones i remember fondly from the 90's i remember them being about 3 inches long maybe even less and it became full size by posting the cap on the tail end
Fisher pens are awesome I own a couple of them. I dont own that one....yet. I really like the Zebra F402 writes great and never lets me down. I swear I have Zebra pens everywhere. My computer bag , car, desk and my office. Of course I have one of me 98% of the time.
Wrist-watch check before comment: currently wearing a first generation Pulsar P2, fantastic piece and Bond approved! Anyway many thanks for introducing us to other great life-enriching products in addition to time keepers, much welcomed and actually somewhat refreshing. (Now if I may rant...you should go back to the intro track last heard on "Top 10 Best Value Professional Dive Watches Under $500"; that tune is a staple of the Urban Gentry) -Solo
Dear TGV, I need your advice, I’m going to be receiving a Cartier Ballon Bleu(42) for my High School graduation from my grandparents. In addition my father wants to give me a special gift(A Rolex) for my 18th birthday. The problem is I was originally going for the 41mm datejust with the smooth Bezel and the grey dial, but I think this will be a similar look to the Cartier. Therefore I was thinking to go with either a Sub or a black GMT. I feel like the Sub is a bit of a Cliche and the GMT provides that sporty and masculine element without being too different from the Sub. I want your advice on which one I should get for a strong start to my watch collection. Thanks in advance, Renato P.S. I know I’m lucky to be getting these expensive watches so early on, please only comment if you have real advice to provide, thanks.
Great to see something a little different. Personally I love my Parker fountain pen. Bought it after your review. I went to buy the jotter and liked the fountain version better. Thanks
My first Omega and first Speedmaster (reduced) should be arriving today. I'll definately have to check this out. Thanks TGV, keep doing what you're doing!
Oh you jammy thing, I bet you hardly slept a wink last night! Thank you Nick, enjoy your new watch. I am seriously considering getting a Speedy again myself. Best regards, TGV
The pens in Victorinox Swiss Army Knives are also pressurised for upside-down writing. They write pretty well, but I find that the pressure seems to cause the ink to kind of leak out a bit, as mentioned in this video, it's not liquid ink and it doesn't make a mess...except for upon the first contact with paper after sittinf for a while. There will be a little micro-blob of ink that gets smeared off the pen usually within the first word. Sometimes it ends up on my fingers if I'm not careful holding it...so I'm wondering if this pen has this small issue as well.
That is pure class my friend! Your father will love it and unlike the telescope, he can have your gift on his person and use it everyday. He is lucky to have you as a son. Thank you, Best regards, TGV
I've had an AG7 for at least two decades. Love this pen. I particularly like taking it shopping, where often the only writing surface is a vertical wall. It's never failed to write as long as there's ink in the cartridge. Recently my wife bought me the Clutch version, so now I have two Space Pens. Have you tried the Fisher refill in your Parkers? Each refill comes with a Parker adapter.
Just like wristwatches, I have a collection of pens from Waterman, Cross, Fisher, and Parker. All great writing tools. I'd like to see a low light black PVD coated AG7 with the Omega DSOTM Apollo 8...now there's a combination! In for one from your store.
Hi TGV, Please make a video about watch caring/maintenance, as we all know about horology, but lacking the knowledge of maintenance/self cleaning, doesn't make a circle complete, I hope my idea/suggest will keep that in your mind for the next video, good day
Tgv, you might be interested to know that the fisher refills, fit in the Parker jotter! I believe you must use the supplied plastic insert for the top of the refill, but im pretty sure they fit right in! Give it a shot. Might be a nice addition to the trusty old Parker?! Cheers mate
Hi TGV! I’m not normally psyched about quartz, but recently I discovered the Seiko Neo Classic Perpetual Chronograph (SPC131), and I think it would be amazing to see you review that one! Greetings from Israel! Jonathan.
I prefer fountain pens over regular pens because they aren’t as ‘runny’, for the lack of a better word, by runny I mean they offer less resistance when writing than a fountain pen. Are the space pens more like a regular pen or more like a fountain pen when it comes to resistance?
Hi Tristano thought you would like to know that I own the original Fisher space pen that the astronaut's used on the moon. I purchased it back in 1971, it came in a cardboard box like a box of small crayons. It still had the warranty and instructions inside like the latest ones have.Cheers Rich.p.s. I paid about £10 for the pen with shipping (Brand New).!
I love the fisher space pen the only negative I have with the pen is the click has not realy retention when ever I put it in my pocket it would click open if it had the retention click like the parker jotter then it would be perfect for me
Here's a thing? Watches ref dive watches.What do divers write with on that board on the bottom?You know what I mean.Cussler novels have them a lot.I could google it.Whatever they use though must be good for space travels?It works underwater and sticks and can be rubbed out so pretty good.Cheers
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haha such a nice video, love the background music, very still and kind of emotional :)
Very nice piece and impressive history behind it, TGV. Thanks for the video. I'll stick with my Montblanc Meisterstück for now, but if I ever need an alternative, this will definitely be on my list.
Little known fact. Almost all pens work upside down, including pencils and fountain pens. Fountain pens work by capilary action. The ink does not simply drip out of them by sheer gravity. However, in space the ink reservoir of a fountain pen is exposed to changes in "air" pressure causing the fountain pen to "burp". In retrospect, the story of the development of the Fisher space pen is both interesting and entertaining.
Thank you Manuel, I might have to try my luck with fountain pens again one day. My past experiences with them have been disastrous sadly. Best regards, TGV
Hi Tristano, something unrelated to the video, but please help me out. If given a choice which one will be your keeper, the Flight Master SNA411 or the reissue Giugiaro Ripley SCED037. Only space for one chrono and one has to go. Please give your opinion/views. Cheers.
A very nice and rather affordable first watch could be the Kelton line-up from Timex. It are 1970's mechanical watches with armachoc protection. It's not automatic, but it's worth giving it a spin on google.
Love your channel....Question for you...I'm looking for a swiss made automatic...not sure if I want a diver or something more sporty...I want to spend under 1500 US dollars....I'm looking at Alpina and Oris...do you prefer one over the other and in your trusted knowledge anything else should I look at ....
I am saving when i get up to a few grand i will meed your input before i pull the trigger love you love the show i look and carry my self now as a gentleman chow
Oh also.A problem I have toyed with before ref space and the omega or Vostok watch.Here goes,how does a mechanical watch in zero gravity? Surely it would run very fast? Answers on a postcard?
My preferred pen for a long time has been a Pilot G2 with a Mont Blanc Rollerball cartridge. The Rollerball cartridges just feel sooo smooth, I love it. But this was still a very interesting video, I didn't know the history behind Fischer space pens. I definitely want to check them out now.
How do you know if a person uses a fountain pen? The ink stains on their hands. By the way, my hand writing is not that great - I like anachronistic gadgets of all sorts.
Great video, love a space based episode!! Look forward to the history of space watches episode 😁 a speed master isn’t currently possible, bit of a giant leap for me, but a space pen is far more accessible, much more of a small step 😏
Thank you Conner, Funnily enough, I had another Daytona video scheduled this week but it will be delayed as I just got some super cool just arrive. Hopefully next month. Best regards, TGV
Yeah, Fisher pen... got one from a son of one the developers years ago... unfortunately it was crushed by a heavy object. Bummer. Liked the relaxing bg music. Tristano, please make a review of Heuer Monaco Calibre 11. King of Cool will approve)
Thank you TGV, I really enjoyed your review of the Fisher space pen. This pen is a wonder and always reminds me of the episode on Seinfeld "Do me a personal favor take the pen" ✍😊
I'm an airline pilot and I've been using the AG7 at work every day for the past 4 years or so. The pen has never failed and always gets compliments when I lend it to someone (briefly- get your own!).
I'm seeing some comments about using pencils in space --- pencils are flammable, not ideal in a pressurized oxygen environment. The graphite flakes could also float into sensitive electronics. Space pens are preferred in this case. :)
iirc the russians also use the space pen
Yes, AFAIK the "Russians used pencils in space" is just a myth. Even though it's a nice story, it's false.
I don't own a Cosmonaut or a Speedmaster but I still want that pen. I'll just buy one and pretend my G-shock is a Swiss luxury watch 👍. Great video as usual. Regards,
Koen
Haha, interestingly, the third most worn watch in space was the G-shock, so you have one of the best space watches!
Thank you Keon,
Best regards,
TGV
The Urban Gentry I bought a dw5600 after seeing one of your reviews. You were right. It's a great watch. Thanks for the recommendation. I still want a space heritage mechanical piece though 👍.
I juste love those Fisher Space Pen since more than 10 years now, my favorite is the Small Bullet Space Pen that actually works with standard size pressurized recharge. The length of the pen closed is about 3mm longer than the recharge itself, that's impressive design done there.
Koen '88 for a second I thought by DW you meant Daniel Wellington and my heart just stopped
I have been using the fisher pen for the past 5 years. Excellent product with a great story!
It's worth noting that when you buy Fisher refills you get a plastic adapter with each one which allows it to be used inside a Parker pen, including the venerable Jotter :)
A Pen? How do you wind it?
Jerry Gundecker haha
screw and unscrew it, for AG-7, it also has a manual chronograph button at the top which you can click at any intervals, you can even time a heartbeat if you click it at 1 click/second
The same way as the barrel of a fountain pen.
It’s an automatic.
Perfect timing just bought a speedy back into my collection!! Thanks TGV
Have used Fisher Bullet pens for years while working as a bondsman and overseas as a contractor. Recently got a clip o matic, great reliable pens.
I discovered the joy of writing with fountain pens several years ago and it changed my life. If you have not yet discovered this joy may I recommend them to you. Edison Pen company is my favorite.
I've been in love with the Fisher Space Pens since I was first introduced to them in the 1990's through a youth leadership program in high school. Thanks for another great video, your efforts are greatly appreciated. I have ordered another pen from the link you provided, as these pens will last forever and also possess a timeless style and class. Thank you!
Love my AG7. Also have two Bullets (rainbow spectrum and raw brass), a ClipOmatic, and a X-750. Besides Fisher, I have my Parker Jotter too.
I keep one of these in my car. Can always count on it no matter what temperature fluctuations its been through.
Having to write many signatures every day I´m always looking for dependable ballpoint pens. And as a space guy this is as no-nonsense as it gets for having an everyday accessory with a flavor of rocket science. Thanks for the fun review!
So glad to hear Klaus, thank you.
Always a pleasure.
Best regards,
TGV
I have used them for years in my field of work, very reliable. Glad you discovered them and appreciate the lineage and history. Enjoy them, Sir. I loved the background music today. 👍
So glad to hear BB, somehow that does not surprise me ;-)
I am just sorry I am so late to the party!
Oh well, part of the club now!
Thank you my friend, I hope all is well with you.
Best regards,
TGV
Great music, great video, total relax, as always Tgv a role model
@@theurbangentry sitting back enjoying a good cigar and watching you entertain and educate us weekly. Thank you for your dedication to the Gentry and humbleness. Good day my friend, thank you for the reply.
The background music was perfect! I’ve never known the history nor the capabilities of this pen. Truly a ubiquitous tool, and very elegant as well. Thank you for another great video!
Thank you Rudy, very pleased to hear that, you can see why I just had to make this video!
Best regards,
TGV
This is why The Urban Gentry is my favorite channel. This is where one can watch an honest and passionate review by a true Gent. Keep the great content coming sir!
Great review TGV! 👍 I carried the bullet space pen in my pocket daily. Anyway if u buy the space pen cartridge , it has a white plug, just plug the white plug to the end n u can use it as a standard Parker pen refill. U can now write with ur fav jotter with the space pen refill.
Thank you Tiang, I will certainly try that! :D
Best regards,
TGV
Hi Tristano!
Wonderful stuffes what your were reviewing this time.
The Breitling with that strap is marvelleous,
just absolutely amazing. Lovely, fenomenal pen history and show, really thank you for that! ( I’m definitely going to purchase one soon. )
Great honour to hear you, sir! :)
Keep well!
Best regards, Robert
Great timing on the video, I just got my first Fisher bullet style space pen a week ago 👍
I love this pen, it goes perfectly in a suit pocket and when asked for a pen I always get compliments on it, also it is a great conversation starter. I love these videos and would enjoy to see more amazing accessories to complement these fantastic watches
I've literally just purchased the new Omega Speedmaster (329.30.44.51.04.001) so good timing.
I'm SO glad I found your video, very well presented and interesting start to finish! Also, the ONLY review that I've found that actually compares the AG7 and a Jotter side by side... You'd think that'd be one of the first pens people compare it against but apparently not!
Bought one for my Dad years ago. He uses it frequently but almost never underwater.
I remember this pen on an old episode of Seinfeld lol
Take the pen!
That’s what I thought if straight away. So funny.
😂 I have the “Bullet” because of that show!
#1 Dad...it's GO time! Speaking of time...
Thanks for adding this to the "gentleman's repertoire"! I've got a Fisher pen or cartridge in one form or another in my EDC, vehicle pack, hiking pack, at my work desk, and with my travel portfolio. They are so immensely practical and have yet to fail on me---highly recommend them to everyone. Not to mention carrying one in day-to-day business is very useful, I can't count the number of times it's come in handy out at the bank, bar/restaurant, etc.
I also love that they've got almost every type of refill available, and in multiple colors, so you can retrofit virtually all pens (apart from very compact designs since they have to be pressurized) with a Fisher cartridge.
This is a great tool. Thank you for showing. 👍
Production value of this video = pure class.
Thank you so much Logan, very kind of you to say.
Best regards,
TGV
Beautiful video. Incredible way to pay respect to the American innovators and an amazing way to draw attention to yet another craft very few people know about. Love the subtle music in the background. Great way to establish the mood and beauty behind such ingenuity. Well done sir.
I just ordered my second fisher bullet pen, its fantastic and perfect for an EDC. Congrats TGV on the purchase!
This very pen has been in my Amazon wish list for a while. Love the history behind it, as well as how simple and elegant it is. Looks like today is the day to make that purchase. Thanks for the bump, Tristano.
So glad to hear Matt, you will not be sorry. I hope this finds you and your family well.
My only regret is I didn't get into Fisher pens earlier.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Great review. I have been using Fischer space pens for years. Have two AG7s one bullet and one capomatic all great.
I love Speedmasters and Fortis anything. Great presentation, as usual! Good health, sir. Keep these excellent videos coming. Cheers!
T, I have wanted one of these for many years.... It's about time I get one. The music playing in the background was so peaceful and serene.... Nice work as always. Best regards
I will bring one over for you for xmas ;-)
Thank you brother.
Best regards,
TGV
Nice pen! I bought the bullet style space pen when I was in 5th grade. I still use it, but it's time for a new one.
Such a fantastic and very informative video! Thank you friend 😊
I was there in Boulder NV ! it was An amazing experience! 😮
If you buy a fountain pen, you can choose between automatic winding and hand winding. And of course, there is the quartz version where the ink cartridge has to be replaced every now and then. What do you prefer?
The clicking action to deploy/retract the pen sounds like a chronograph being engaged! Ok, off the Amazon I go for Fischer pen shopping.
I think this an appropriate pen accessory for other watches that have gone to space.. There are actually quite a few.. You definitely can't forget the Seiko 6139 "Pogue" or any one of the 6139 variants Speed-Timers that essentially are the same watch as the "Pogue" in design.
Of course! That certainly goes without saying.
Having reviewed one too, I can certainly agree with you, perhaps even a better match to my Fortis.
Thank you Wing, great to hear from you.
Best regards,
TGV
Love the space pen. I've had the chrome bullet pen from Fisher for years and have had 0 problems with it. They are great! Great video as always!
Cheers,
Chad
So glad to hear Chad,
Thank you my friend, I look forward to our next hangout, I will try and schedule it better this time.
I would be great to talk more.
Best regards,
TGV
A very nice & classy look, at an often looked over tool. Well done. I actually own one myself and can attest to its function. Keep up the Gentlemen style.
Thank you Mark for sharing that and the kind wishes, you have impeccable taste btw ;-)
Best regards,
TGV
Have been my one and only ink refill for years. I did a video a couple months back on how to mod a Zebra F to Z series space pen.
I enjoyed watching video like this, with background music. Good job TGV!
You can get refills for the Fisher that fit the Parker. It's actually what I use at work.
Very relaxing video Tristano, thank you. Background music was just perfect.
It seems huge compared to the earlier ones i remember fondly from the 90's i remember them being about 3 inches long maybe even less and it became full size by posting the cap on the tail end
Fisher pens are awesome I own a couple of them. I dont own that one....yet. I really like the Zebra F402 writes great and never lets me down. I swear I have Zebra pens everywhere. My computer bag , car, desk and my office. Of course I have one of me 98% of the time.
Im not a big pen guy, yet here I am ordering one right now lol thanks TGV
Hi TGV
Quite impressive little accessory indeed...
Keep up the good work👍
Thank you Kjeld :D
I hope you are well my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
Wrist-watch check before comment: currently wearing a first generation Pulsar P2, fantastic piece and Bond approved!
Anyway many thanks for introducing us to other great life-enriching products in addition to time keepers, much welcomed and actually somewhat refreshing.
(Now if I may rant...you should go back to the intro track last heard on "Top 10 Best Value Professional Dive Watches Under $500"; that tune is a staple of the Urban Gentry)
-Solo
Dear TGV,
I need your advice, I’m going to be receiving a Cartier Ballon Bleu(42) for my High School graduation from my grandparents. In addition my father wants to give me a special gift(A Rolex) for my 18th birthday. The problem is I was originally going for the 41mm datejust with the smooth Bezel and the grey dial, but I think this will be a similar look to the Cartier. Therefore I was thinking to go with either a Sub or a black GMT. I feel like the Sub is a bit of a Cliche and the GMT provides that sporty and masculine element without being too different from the Sub. I want your advice on which one I should get for a strong start to my watch collection.
Thanks in advance,
Renato
P.S.
I know I’m lucky to be getting these expensive watches so early on, please only comment if you have real advice to provide, thanks.
I bought an Apollo 11 commemorative one when I was at NASA at Cape Canaveral with my son. Love it!
That sounds so cool!
Thank you Jared,
Best regards,
TGV
Great to see something a little different. Personally I love my Parker fountain pen. Bought it after your review. I went to buy the jotter and liked the fountain version better. Thanks
Thank you Justin,
Love Parker fountain pens, all I ever used back in school, well, badly of course! LOL
Best regards,
TGV
That background music put me in a trance! I immediately clicked on the link to your Amazon page. I may have to get one! Cool video. Cheers.
My first Omega and first Speedmaster (reduced) should be arriving today. I'll definately have to check this out. Thanks TGV, keep doing what you're doing!
Oh you jammy thing, I bet you hardly slept a wink last night!
Thank you Nick, enjoy your new watch. I am seriously considering getting a Speedy again myself.
Best regards,
TGV
Thanks TGV! Keep it real!
The pens in Victorinox Swiss Army Knives are also pressurised for upside-down writing. They write pretty well, but I find that the pressure seems to cause the ink to kind of leak out a bit, as mentioned in this video, it's not liquid ink and it doesn't make a mess...except for upon the first contact with paper after sittinf for a while. There will be a little micro-blob of ink that gets smeared off the pen usually within the first word. Sometimes it ends up on my fingers if I'm not careful holding it...so I'm wondering if this pen has this small issue as well.
Going to buy this for my dad. He loves astronomy. Unfortunatly i could never afford him a decent telescope. Very fitting gift. Thanks TGV.
That is pure class my friend! Your father will love it and unlike the telescope, he can have your gift on his person and use it everyday.
He is lucky to have you as a son.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry thank you. Great review as always and im sure dad will be delighted with it. Cheers old chap.
I've had an AG7 for at least two decades. Love this pen. I particularly like taking it shopping, where often the only writing surface is a vertical wall. It's never failed to write as long as there's ink in the cartridge. Recently my wife bought me the Clutch version, so now I have two Space Pens. Have you tried the Fisher refill in your Parkers? Each refill comes with a Parker adapter.
Just like wristwatches, I have a collection of pens from Waterman, Cross, Fisher, and Parker. All great writing tools. I'd like to see a low light black PVD coated AG7 with the Omega DSOTM Apollo 8...now there's a combination! In for one from your store.
Hi TGV, Please make a video about watch caring/maintenance, as we all know about horology, but lacking the knowledge of maintenance/self cleaning, doesn't make a circle complete, I hope my idea/suggest will keep that in your mind for the next video, good day
My wife bought me one of these about 6 months ago for my birthday. I love it!
Your wife has great taste. I bet it compliments that Breitling perfectly too
Thank you Joseph,
Best regards,
TGV
Tgv, you might be interested to know that the fisher refills, fit in the Parker jotter! I believe you must use the supplied plastic insert for the top of the refill, but im pretty sure they fit right in! Give it a shot. Might be a nice addition to the trusty old Parker?! Cheers mate
Hi TGV!
I’m not normally psyched about quartz, but recently I discovered the Seiko Neo Classic Perpetual Chronograph (SPC131), and I think it would be amazing to see you review that one!
Greetings from Israel!
Jonathan.
I love this channel so much
Hello TGV, great pen. Cool introduction. ⌚️⏱
Nicely done, TGV. I'm a big fan of Fisher and Parker pens.
Thank you EP,
So glad to hear,
Best regards,
TGV
I prefer fountain pens over regular pens because they aren’t as ‘runny’, for the lack of a better word, by runny I mean they offer less resistance when writing than a fountain pen. Are the space pens more like a regular pen or more like a fountain pen when it comes to resistance?
Hi Tristano thought you would like to know that I own the original Fisher space pen that the astronaut's used on the moon. I purchased it back in 1971, it came in a cardboard box like a box of small crayons. It still had the warranty and instructions inside like the latest ones have.Cheers Rich.p.s. I paid about £10 for the pen with shipping (Brand New).!
I love the fisher space pen the only negative I have with the pen is the click has not realy retention when ever I put it in my pocket it would click open if it had the retention click like the parker jotter then it would be perfect for me
Here's a thing? Watches ref dive watches.What do divers write with on that board on the bottom?You know what I mean.Cussler novels have them a lot.I could google it.Whatever they use though must be good for space travels?It works underwater and sticks and can be rubbed out so pretty good.Cheers
haha such a nice video, love the background music, very still and kind of emotional :)
Thanks for the video Tristano great as always it actually reminded me of the old TGV that got me hooked on lavazza coffee!
Ahh you picked one up as I sugested, think you should like the other model to at 2:25, 100% quality.
Far greater purchase price in the UK, I'll keep my eye out though. Great recommendation, thanks.
It is a great pen as is the Parker. I use the Fisher in the winter and the rain. Write in the rain paper + Fisher works well.
Great pens from an awesome company. The refills are also designed to be compatible with Parker pens so I run all space pen inserts inside my jotters 👌
Very nice piece and impressive history behind it, TGV. Thanks for the video. I'll stick with my Montblanc Meisterstück for now, but if I ever need an alternative, this will definitely be on my list.
Little known fact. Almost all pens work upside down, including pencils and fountain pens. Fountain pens work by capilary action. The ink does not simply drip out of them by sheer gravity. However, in space the ink reservoir of a fountain pen is exposed to changes in "air" pressure causing the fountain pen to "burp". In retrospect, the story of the development of the Fisher space pen is both interesting and entertaining.
Thank you Manuel,
I might have to try my luck with fountain pens again one day. My past experiences with them have been disastrous sadly.
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TGV
Absolutely loved the review and the ambient music in the background. I vote for having ambient music in the background during watch reviews as well!
Thank you Alex, I will see what I can do.
Most often it is Bach or Albinoni,
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TGV
Tomaso.. yes.
My co-worker says;
"I'll be Bach"
I reply , "Albinoni"
Great video! May I ask what music was used in the background? I absolutely love it
Hi Tristano, something unrelated to the video, but please help me out.
If given a choice which one will be your keeper, the Flight Master SNA411 or the reissue Giugiaro Ripley SCED037. Only space for one chrono and one has to go. Please give your opinion/views. Cheers.
Still saving up for my first automatic time piece.
A very nice and rather affordable first watch could be the Kelton line-up from Timex. It are 1970's mechanical watches with armachoc protection. It's not automatic, but it's worth giving it a spin on google.
Very nice review, will have to pick one up for my work in aviation. I think a great match for my Sinn 356!
Love your channel....Question for you...I'm looking for a swiss made automatic...not sure if I want a diver or something more sporty...I want to spend under 1500 US dollars....I'm looking at Alpina and Oris...do you prefer one over the other and in your trusted knowledge anything else should I look at ....
I am saving when i get up to a few grand i will meed your input before i pull the trigger love you love the show i look and carry my self now as a gentleman chow
A Space Pen is on the bench with me every day! I love that Fortis, by the way! Best, David
Thank you David, still (forgive me) over the moon with it.
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TGV
Oh also.A problem I have toyed with before ref space and the omega or Vostok watch.Here goes,how does a mechanical watch in zero gravity? Surely it would run very fast? Answers on a postcard?
I actually picked one of these up for school
Fantastic!
Enjoy it Addison, I hope you love it as much as I do mine.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
The Soviet Space Program had an elegant solution for writing in 0 gravity. A Pencil. 3A CCCP!
How do you tell the time on the pen? Is there an open display on the back? Does it hack? Automatic? What am I missing here?
Another quality video. Great background music.
Thank my friend, always appreciated.
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TGV
By chance, can I get the music info? Composer? It’s compellingly beautiful
Beautiful!
Thank you Isak :D
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TGV
My preferred pen for a long time has been a Pilot G2 with a Mont Blanc Rollerball cartridge. The Rollerball cartridges just feel sooo smooth, I love it. But this was still a very interesting video, I didn't know the history behind Fischer space pens. I definitely want to check them out now.
Thanks for this review of the Fisher Space Pen. But as useful as this pen is as a writing instrument, I will always be a fountain pen aficionado.
I envy you, I wish my handwriting could justify it!
Thank you Robert,
Best regards,
TGV
How do you know if a person uses a fountain pen? The ink stains on their hands. By the way, my hand writing is not that great - I like anachronistic gadgets of all sorts.
Why, TGV, do you compel me to buy everything you review?
He must be in advertising
Love your accessory videos...
Thank you my friend :D
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TGV
The Urban Gentry Nice to see your a Jonathan Meades fan...❤️
Great video, love a space based episode!! Look forward to the history of space watches episode 😁 a speed master isn’t currently possible, bit of a giant leap for me, but a space pen is far more accessible, much more of a small step 😏
What is the name of the background track? Absolutely beautiful, and a great video too!
Hey TGV,
I just wanted to say thanks for your tip on fixing my watch and I was wondering if you would ever going over a Daytona?
Thanks again
Conner
Thank you Conner,
Funnily enough, I had another Daytona video scheduled this week but it will be delayed as I just got some super cool just arrive.
Hopefully next month.
Best regards,
TGV
Dear TGV,
I look forward to that video and I hope to talk to you again very soon.
Yeah, Fisher pen... got one from a son of one the developers years ago... unfortunately it was crushed by a heavy object. Bummer.
Liked the relaxing bg music.
Tristano, please make a review of Heuer Monaco Calibre 11. King of Cool will approve)
Thank you TGV, I really enjoyed your review of the Fisher space pen. This pen is a wonder and always reminds me of the episode on Seinfeld "Do me a personal favor take the pen" ✍😊
Haha, I must of missed that one!
Thank you David,
Best regards,
TGV