Cap thread location. Opinions please.

[J Solinger]

Most of the nice pens have the cap threads right behind the section. These have always created a texture under my fingers that I don't like. I'm in the process of designing a new pen with the cap threads up by the nib. The pen will be of the classic 1940's style and these threads will occupy about the same space and diameter as the last 1/8" of the section before the nib. This will create an unobstructed feel while writing. That's the idea anyway. What are your thoughts and critique about this?

[writingrav]

Most of the nice pens have the cap threads right behind the section. These have always created a texture under my fingers that I don't like. I'm in the process of designing a new pen with the cap threads up by the nib. The pen will be of the classic 1940's style and these threads will occupy about the same space and diameter as the last 1/8" of the section before the nib. This will create an unobstructed feel while writing. That's the idea anyway. What are your thoughts and critique about this?

I'll be very interested to see what you come up with. The threads have never been a problem for me but they look like they would be so aesthetically I'd be interested in seeing a workable solution.

[kaisnowbird]

My $0.02 worth -

Pro: I like threads near the nib for it allows the section and the barrel to merge into one. I can hold the pen anywhere I like.
Con: when filling the pen, the threads get dipped in ink and they are harder to clean than a simple/plain section. As such, more prone to inky fingertips.

A number of manufacturers have done this. Franklin Christoph for example places 'block threads' at the end of the section for better comfort, less turns and easier cleaning (perhaps?) - see their model 02 (http://www.franklin-christoph.com/model-02-intrinsic.html).

[KrazyIvan]

The Jon Ross has this thread setup. (My review is here) (http://inktronics.wordpress.com/2013/12/07/nussbaum-pen-co-the-jon-ross-blue-rings-review/)I like it but the only con I see is when you ink the pen, if you are not thorough with clean up, you end up with inky fingers.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7416/11245329254_0408540c96_z.jpg

[dannzeman]

Stipula has done this a few times:

8803

[earthdawn]

My $0.02 worth -

Pro: I like threads near the nib for it allows the section and the barrel to merge into one. I can hold the pen anywhere I like.
Con: when filling the pen, the threads get dipped in ink and they are harder to clean than a simple/plain section. As such, more prone to inky fingertips.

A number of manufacturers have done this. Franklin Christoph for example places 'block threads' at the end of the section for better comfort, less turns and easier cleaning (perhaps?) - see their model 02 (http://www.franklin-christoph.com/model-02-intrinsic.html).

I agree... and it's one of the things I really love about my F~C AP O2

http://i880.photobucket.com/albums/ac10/thevaporcafe/B3F38A6E-6E39-4F82-BC60-38C5BADED99A-7406-0000030A825F9AC5_zps4be00020.jpg (http://s880.photobucket.com/user/thevaporcafe/media/B3F38A6E-6E39-4F82-BC60-38C5BADED99A-7406-0000030A825F9AC5_zps4be00020.jpg.html)

[Paul-H]

Hi

Montblanc have done it as well with their 1912.

Paul

[J Solinger]

Thank you for your responses. I can see why threads on the end isn't a common practice, because of ink in the threads. Use of an open and shallow thread like Stipula uses is a reasonable solution. They look really nice and clean. Hmmm more food for thought.

[pengeezer]

Parker did it in 1940 with their Vac Imperial.
There'sone on fleabay right now.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111256178310?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649


John

[manojd]

Most/many Ancora pens have threads on the section. If your pen is an eyedropper filler, then you don't have the inky fingers problem.

[J Solinger]

I would like an eyedropper to start with but would like the option in the design for other fill methods later on. The Ancora's are great looking pens. I see they allow a little space on the end before the thread starts, also a good solution.

[sloegin]

Some of the Oldwin pens from morastylos have the threads there. First year Sheaffer Crests do as well. If you want something really far-out UHU had a pen in which the threads are inside the section

[tandaina]

The old hooded Pelikans (60s/70s) have cap threads right below the nib. I quite like that solution, creates a lovely smooth pen body and grip.