set2374
October 6th, 2014, 12:31 PM
I just posted a short review on the Platinum 3776 Century, which is a great pen for the money. While I love the nib on the Century, the quality of the materials leaves me a bit underwhelmed. I would like to get the same or better performance from a pen that is also a meaningful step up in material/build quality. I have been doing my homework and I have read almost universally good reviews for the Sailor 1911L. I actually tried to find a bad review for this pen--good luck with that! At the same time, I am also very interested in the Platinum President. There are a couple of reviews out there, but this pens seem to get very little attention in the forums. I found one or two reviews on youtube, but none of them are "expert" reviews from anyone that anyone I have come to trust. Nevertheless, both pens seem to compete head-to-head in price, size and features, so I am having a tough time deciding which to purchase. I will be buying either pen in a standard configuration--black with gold trim and a medium nib (I know it's a bit boring, but this is going to be my everyday carry that has to be classy, work reliably and NOT be too flashy). Anyone that has used/owned these two pens, please share your opinions. Thanks.