This is one of my very favorite pens from 2022. I had some problems with other Nahvalur nibs but this one works great. It even does reverse writing smoothly. The resin is gorgeous. Mine worked straight out of the box. I had an early Schuylkill when it was first introduced. I was not impressed. This version is a bit wider and heavier and fits better in my hand. I haven't removed the nib assembly, yet. Interesting that it is similar to the MaJohn assembly. I have the ebonite Nautilus and it is a friction fit nib and feed. This is an improvement for me. Great review, Chris.
I bought this pen and while I really like the design, the nib has some problems. It hard starts or skips sometimes and writes quite dry. Do you think a brass sheet could help? Or do I have to use micro mesh?
Another beauty, interesting pen. I just got the Hongdian 100 which I bought based on your review. I am impressed. Substantial pen with a fine, smooth nib. Consistent writer.
Nice review, thanks! I own a dragonet and like it, but I’m not able to reassemble the piston. The blind cap stays loose. Couldn’t find any help online. Wondering if anyone else came across this issue.
You removed piston assembly? Why? If this is like other piston fillers (Pelikan), you'll need to vary attaching piston rod to blind cap, Just a trial & error approach. You could watch my video on Hongdian piston fix for some ideas. ruclips.net/video/teIRzNKVWWM/видео.html
LOVED THE REVIEW! It is a beauty. They keep improving, which is a compliment to the founders. If I order one, I will likely get a standard grind on the nib. I can tune those, but I am not confident enough to do what you are capable of doing. You also reminded me to dig out the Tomoe River paper, which I think I used only one time. Reason: I write mostly notes and longer documents, so I did not want to use the T.R. Paper. Oh, a last note, I am not a fan of glitter in the resin, but this one seems to be well done. Still processing whether I really need one! Do we ever?I hear you, but your recommendations do influence us, and we are glad they do. I cannot buy everyone you liked, but I am NOT going to buy one you think to be poorly made. You mean a. Lot to all of us!
Another great review of a beautiful pen. It caused me to make my first pen purchase of 2023. I ordered a medium, and Narwhal mediums write ✍️ closer to broad. I saw the box is going back to the Narwhal name befitting the Narwhal logo, and I prefer it. I haven't received the pen yet, I just ordered it from Goldspot, but I have an ink selected for this beauty. Thanks again.
An interesting review as usual. I hope that designating Navaluhr and the other Taiwanese brand TWSB as ”chinese” was just a slip of the tongue, and not a sign of you receiving friendly reminders from Xi collaborators. When first introduced under the name Narwhal their marketing gave emphasis to their nibs being ”inhouse”. At that point I thought that was a bad translation for ”brand etched” in contrast to ”made in house”. Is my initial suspicion judgement currently bolstered by your finding the nib assembly to be the same as Majhon/Moonman’s?
@@chrisrap52 Just adding to the confusion, I heard David of Figboot on pens, having the impression a Narwhal Schouilkill nib was a ”Jowo nib”. I guess I care more than the other guy about provenance, beside the writing experience of course. I’d appreciate a universally greater transparency among all manufacturers about their suppliers etcetera.
Did David provide evidence for his nib conclusion? I'm not that concerned about who makes what or what looks like what. To me it's just a pen, do you like it? Does it do what you expect? I show Moonman nib assemblies fit so you could swap nib assemblies.
@@archivist17 Unfortunately is not... is slightly different - the R is at the end. Also meaning is slightly different based on what I read... etymology comes from 2 words "whale corpse" or something like that. Is translated as Narwhal from Icelandic, but pronunciation is actually different.
This is one of my very favorite pens from 2022. I had some problems with other Nahvalur nibs but this one works great. It even does reverse writing smoothly. The resin is gorgeous. Mine worked straight out of the box.
I had an early Schuylkill when it was first introduced. I was not impressed. This version is a bit wider and heavier and fits better in my hand.
I haven't removed the nib assembly, yet. Interesting that it is similar to the MaJohn assembly. I have the ebonite Nautilus and it is a friction fit nib and feed. This is an improvement for me.
Great review, Chris.
I bought this pen and while I really like the design, the nib has some problems. It hard starts or skips sometimes and writes quite dry. Do you think a brass sheet could help? Or do I have to use micro mesh?
Do you flush feed before inking? Did you do 7 strokes to happiness? Try a wetter ink?
So glad to see you having some fun with it! I knew you could tame that nib with your skills. Thanks for another awesome video, Captain!!
Thanks again! I'm enjoying it a lot. Haven't got the sketch bug yet.
@@chrisrap52 Oh yeah? maybe i can help with that...
I love the look of narwhal pens, just wish they’d make one that posted deeply and securely
Fabulous review. I am a newbie and need all the education I can get! Still waiting to buy my first FP.
Glad it was helpful!
Another beauty, interesting pen.
I just got the Hongdian 100 which I bought based on your review. I am impressed. Substantial pen with a fine, smooth nib. Consistent writer.
I love my HD100! I just with it had a broader nib on it. I could change it, but the nib imprint looks really cool as part of the overall design.
I have this same pen and model. It’s one of my favorite. This and my Leonardo Momento Zero are my current go tos
Nice review, thanks! I own a dragonet and like it, but I’m not able to reassemble the piston. The blind cap stays loose. Couldn’t find any help online. Wondering if anyone else came across this issue.
You removed piston assembly? Why? If this is like other piston fillers (Pelikan), you'll need to vary attaching piston rod to blind cap, Just a trial & error approach. You could watch my video on Hongdian piston fix for some ideas. ruclips.net/video/teIRzNKVWWM/видео.html
LOVED THE REVIEW! It is a beauty. They keep improving, which is a compliment to the founders. If I order one, I will likely get a standard grind on the nib. I can tune those, but I am not confident enough to do what you are capable of doing. You also reminded me to dig out the Tomoe River paper, which I think I used only one time. Reason: I write mostly notes and longer documents, so I did not want to use the T.R. Paper. Oh, a last note, I am not a fan of glitter in the resin, but this one seems to be well done. Still processing whether I really need one! Do we ever?I hear you, but your recommendations do influence us, and we are glad they do. I cannot buy everyone you liked, but I am NOT going to buy one you think to be poorly made. You mean a. Lot to all of us!
Thanks. I enjoy exploring new pens & sharing with you. Glad you find them useful. Enjoy all your pens.
Another great review of a beautiful pen. It caused me to make my first pen purchase of 2023. I ordered a medium, and Narwhal mediums write ✍️ closer to broad. I saw the box is going back to the Narwhal name befitting the Narwhal logo, and I prefer it. I haven't received the pen yet, I just ordered it from Goldspot, but I have an ink selected for this beauty. Thanks again.
Thanks for sharing! I think this is an old box. The model is marketed under old name. Have a great New Year.
Beautiful resin!
I have a few of them as well as the Nautilus - Love them! Thanks for the review
Thanks for watching!
An interesting review as usual. I hope that designating Navaluhr and the other Taiwanese brand TWSB as ”chinese” was just a slip of the tongue, and not a sign of you receiving friendly reminders from Xi collaborators.
When first introduced under the name Narwhal their marketing gave emphasis to their nibs being ”inhouse”. At that point I thought that was a bad translation for ”brand etched” in contrast to ”made in house”.
Is my initial suspicion judgement currently bolstered by your finding the nib assembly to be the same as Majhon/Moonman’s?
Interesting insights. The could buy the Monnman "Chinese" nib assemblies & put in their nib.
@@chrisrap52 Just adding to the confusion, I heard David of Figboot on pens, having the impression a Narwhal Schouilkill nib was a ”Jowo nib”.
I guess I care more than the other guy about provenance, beside the writing experience of course. I’d appreciate a universally greater transparency among all manufacturers about their suppliers etcetera.
Did David provide evidence for his nib conclusion? I'm not that concerned about who makes what or what looks like what. To me it's just a pen, do you like it? Does it do what you expect? I show Moonman nib assemblies fit so you could swap nib assemblies.
Is a nice pen - too bad they changed their name - liked the old one better.
The new one sounds too close to "No Value" 😅😆
It's pronounced exactly the same.
@@archivist17 Unfortunately is not... is slightly different - the R is at the end.
Also meaning is slightly different based on what I read... etymology comes from 2 words "whale corpse" or something like that.
Is translated as Narwhal from Icelandic, but pronunciation is actually different.