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todayilearned
September 10th, 2012, 01:55 AM
I was sitting outside enjoying breakfast this morning when I realized I had my old point & shoot laying around. I decided to snap up some pictures of what I received yesterday. Since I'm too lazy to write up an entire review I'm just putting this up for reference if anyone else is interested in their offerings.

Sorry about the glare in some of the pictures. I can't fine the light box and my dSLR is with family on vacation.

Piper Empire Dark Forest Fountain Pen ($35)
Franklin-Christoph Model 27 Chrome/Grey FP (~$70)

Unfortunately the Model 27 is too small for my hands so I haven't inked or used it yet. I sent them an email hoping I can exchange/upgrade to a Model 29 or Model 65.

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Piper Empire Dark Forest Fountain Pen

- Only Medium was available when I was order. I'm not sure if this is standard with this pen or the other sizes were sold out.
- Residue on the threads. Not a big deal at all considering the price.
- The Barrel is made out of acrylic I believe which is super light. The problem is the cap has a portion where it's made out of some metal (aluminium?). It makes the pen very top heavy. I personally don't post my pens but this can be an issue for others.
- I don't mind CC but why is only 1/2 the tail end of the converter available? I'm young and even for me it's bothersome to fill up. I have to take the entire barrel off.

Franklin-Christoph Model 27 Chrome/Grey FP

- Sturdy pen but a bit think and heavy.

KrazyIvan
September 10th, 2012, 08:49 AM
I like the Empire and it has been sitting in my wish list for a while. Thanks for sharing.

goldiesdad
September 10th, 2012, 09:09 AM
I just got the Piper Friday. The nib was a bit scratchy for my taste so I ground it to an oblique and really like it a lot. Thanks for posting ...

jar
September 10th, 2012, 09:26 AM
F-C makes some very nice pens and they are also a joy to deal with.

fountainpenkid
September 10th, 2012, 08:29 PM
yeah...the FC looks really, really nice!! I love their affordability too!

todayilearned
September 11th, 2012, 01:35 AM
I like the Empire and it has been sitting in my wish list for a while. Thanks for sharing.

It's quite a fantastic pen. I've been using it to write all my notes and it hasn't let me down.


I just got the Piper Friday. The nib was a bit scratchy for my taste so I ground it to an oblique and really like it a lot. Thanks for posting ...

I had the opposite experience. It might be because I transitioned from having all fine nibs to this medium.


yeah...the FC looks really, really nice!! I love their affordability too!

No kidding! I'm already window shopping for a Model 29 or Model 65 now!

fountainpenkid
September 11th, 2012, 04:32 AM
I've heard they're coming out with a piston filler! (Can anyone verify this?) Or am I just dreaming ;)

todayilearned
September 12th, 2012, 02:33 AM
I've heard they're coming out with a piston filler! (Can anyone verify this?) Or am I just dreaming ;)

Haven't heard anything about this but it would be great if they did.

Either way my next pen from them will be a CC. It's so much easier getting ink out of the vials I use for tester ink.

KrazyIvan
September 12th, 2012, 08:29 AM
I think I read the rumor on FPN. Maybe check with FC themselves?

Bogon07
September 13th, 2012, 09:42 PM
I quite like the look of the Piper Empire Dark Forest except for the style of the clip. The coloured flakes against the black are very handsome.

The Model 27 has nice design and style about it and the putty grey is an interesting colour.

Good clear and informative photos too.