I have this pen, and it is an excellent fountain pen and as you said, it feels expensive and well made. The nib is a surprise; being springy. I have the shiny chrome with the blue acrylic but I have been tempted by the dark chrome version. The filigree work is what makes THIS skeleton pen stand out from the rest. I do like the look of the D1 but keep telling myself I don't need TWO skeleton pens, do I? For some reason, the filigree work on the D1 looks like fleur-de-lis. I would be very happy to see you revisit your other pens. The weather is cooler here in my area, as well. Such a relief. Until you specified, I would have guessed the ink to be Kyanite du Nepal. I could see the shimmer.
Ink was a mix that worked better than expected. Skeleton pens are interesting. Lighter than all metal, visually more interesting than just acrylic. When they write as well as the A6, a win win.
Thanks, Chris, for reviewing this again. I bought mine after your initial review.. also because if it's design aesthetics based on an Art Deco theme... at least, that's how I see it.
Hi Chris! Very interesting this review that highlights a sort of evolution in the design of the Hongdian D1. I would have also pointed out the Hongdian A7 in stabilized wood. I will add the Dami Wonka TY001 that I have already received: a magnetic assembly fountain pen with a #3 nib. Thanks for everything!
Loved the video Chris, it certainly looks like a nice enough pen. My desk is beginning to look like yours!! I recently acquired a Jinhao 911, and a Hero 565. Both pens have a hooded nib. The 911 only comes in EF, and I got to say it is one of the best Chinese EF nibs if ever written with!! The 565 is kind of reminiscent of a Parker 51, but it has more girth. I got it with a Fine nib. I don't suppose you have any experience with either one??
I've done many videos on these pens. I too enjoy them. For me the hooded nib on the Wingsung 601s & 618s are my favorites. Jinhao 51a a close 2nd. With Bobby nib, the best. ruclips.net/video/BWrEv-gR46Q/видео.html
I have not heard of the A6. It seems like it performs well, save for that gap which I have experienced on other pens. Aside from the filigree of the body, the great thing is the soft nib which was a pleasant surprise on my D1. Hopefully this will continue with their #8 nib. Thanks for returning to the A6. I will have to consider getting this model. The pattern on the body is great.
0:50 That's a busy desk indeed. I have a question, maybe you could help. I bought the Hongdian A9. I like the pen and like nib. The issue is the barrel, it's way too slippery. I am not comfortable using the pen, rolls in my fingers and afraid to drop it. Any tips or tricks?? I would love to be able to use this pen. Thanks in advance Mr. CR.
The A9 is more slippery than the N10 which has a similar finish. I didn't notice the A9 was that slippery until you mentioned it. The finish is unique. You might try washing in soapy water. Any other methods I can think of might effect the finish. Hope you can eventually enjoy the pen.
Wonderful review! I’m really learning to appreciate skeleton pens!
I have this pen, and it is an excellent fountain pen and as you said, it feels expensive and well made. The nib is a surprise; being springy. I have the shiny chrome with the blue acrylic but I have been tempted by the dark chrome version. The filigree work is what makes THIS skeleton pen stand out from the rest. I do like the look of the D1 but keep telling myself I don't need TWO skeleton pens, do I? For some reason, the filigree work on the D1 looks like fleur-de-lis. I would be very happy to see you revisit your other pens. The weather is cooler here in my area, as well. Such a relief. Until you specified, I would have guessed the ink to be Kyanite du Nepal. I could see the shimmer.
Ink was a mix that worked better than expected. Skeleton pens are interesting. Lighter than all metal, visually more interesting than just acrylic. When they write as well as the A6, a win win.
I really like the look of the D1
The D1 is well worth getting.
Thanks, Chris, for reviewing this again. I bought mine after your initial review.. also because if it's design aesthetics based on an Art Deco theme... at least, that's how I see it.
Great to hear!
The dark chrome does look good, and I love the design.
Hi Chris! Very interesting this review that highlights a sort of evolution in the design of the Hongdian D1. I would have also pointed out the Hongdian A7 in stabilized wood. I will add the Dami Wonka TY001 that I have already received: a magnetic assembly fountain pen with a #3 nib. Thanks for everything!
Thanks for watching. There are so many "NEW" pens. Very tempting.
Loved the video Chris, it certainly looks like a nice enough pen. My desk is beginning to look like yours!! I recently acquired a Jinhao 911, and a Hero 565. Both pens have a hooded nib. The 911 only comes in EF, and I got to say it is one of the best Chinese EF nibs if ever written with!! The 565 is kind of reminiscent of a Parker 51, but it has more girth. I got it with a Fine nib. I don't suppose you have any experience with either one??
I've done many videos on these pens. I too enjoy them. For me the hooded nib on the Wingsung 601s & 618s are my favorites. Jinhao 51a a close 2nd. With Bobby nib, the best. ruclips.net/video/BWrEv-gR46Q/видео.html
I don't understand why sometimes you think you get too many pens...
Keep enjoying it!
Exactly! I say that so I will enjoy what I have & not what I don't have.
I have not heard of the A6. It seems like it performs well, save for that gap which I have experienced on other pens.
Aside from the filigree of the body, the great thing is the soft nib which was a pleasant surprise on my D1. Hopefully this will continue with their #8 nib.
Thanks for returning to the A6. I will have to consider getting this model. The pattern on the body is great.
Glad to add to your pen experiences. Soft Chinese nibs! Who would have predicted?
0:50 That's a busy desk indeed.
I have a question, maybe you could help.
I bought the Hongdian A9. I like the pen and like nib. The issue is the barrel, it's way too slippery. I am not comfortable using the pen, rolls in my fingers and afraid to drop it.
Any tips or tricks?? I would love to be able to use this pen.
Thanks in advance Mr. CR.
The A9 is more slippery than the N10 which has a similar finish. I didn't notice the A9 was that slippery until you mentioned it. The finish is unique. You might try washing in soapy water. Any other methods I can think of might effect the finish. Hope you can eventually enjoy the pen.
@@chrisrap52 Thanks, I will try that.
I have the D1, and find the edges of the metalwork to be unfcomfortably sharp. Is this one smoothed out at all on the edges?
I don't feel any sharp edges.
@@chrisrap52 awesome, this might be my next pen then, thanks!