TWSBI Classic ! (?)

[fountainpenkid]

This long awaited pen came out on Friday, and I ordered the burgundy one with an unknown nib grade (I don't remember and really don't care--it isn't the stub nib though). It seems going by the comments of the article about its release on FPGeeks that people actually weren't excited about it. Have you ordered one? I think mine might come today (hopeful but actually possible) and I'll post my thoughts here as soon as it comes. The large step on the grip section seems to be a gripe for some, and I worry about it as well, considering I have had no pens with such a step before.



Will

[dannzeman]

I don't see the large step from the section to the barrel that everyone is complaining about. It's nowhere near as large as that on the Vac700 and actually looks very similar to what's on the Diamond series.

[ddustinn]

I'm interested to see more detailed pictures of this pen when some folks actually get it. Hopefully I can see it at the Philly show in person!

[Sham69]

i personally find it very aesthetic, the 'step' does not bother me on the vac so this smaller one won't bother me. i am going to wait for a blue 580 and order the two pens together.

[fountainpenkid]

I'm interested to see more detailed pictures of this pen when some folks actually get it. Hopefully I can see it at the Philly show in person!

I will post pics as soon as it arrives.

[writingrav]

I'm also hoping mine might come today. I ordered the blue with a broad nib. Pics will follow unless someone else beats me to it.

[KrazyIvan]

I already commented in the announcement. I will say, I do like the look but I just want to wait a bit before deciding to buy. I have been fortunate not to have any of my TWSBI pens (530 and 540) crack. I did have nib unit crack (Micarta) but I bought it used and Speedy replaced it anyway even after I explained I just wanted to buy a new nib unit. I don't have any doubts that Speedy will replace anything if it is defective I just don't feel like I want to deal with it if it happens. Does that mean I'm getting old and crabby?

[cwent2]

I already commented in the announcement. I will say, I do like the look but I just want to wait a bit before deciding to buy. I have been fortunate not to have any of my TWSBI pens (530 and 540) crack. I did have nib unit crack (Micarta) but I bought it used and Speedy replaced it anyway even after I explained I just wanted to buy a new nib unit. I don't have any doubts that Speedy will replace anything if it is defective I just don't feel like I want to deal with it if it happens. Does that mean I'm getting old and crabby?

Old and crabby? em, no I don't think so.... I too want to wait and see and am also curious

Carl.

[chad.trent]

Who has them in stock? I have Christmas money burning a hole in my pocket and I want one bad.

[79spitfire]

I'm waiting as well. For one thing.. I really don't need another pen, even an 'uber-cool' one...

[dannzeman]

Mine just arrived!

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[dannzeman]

Who has them in stock? I have Christmas money burning a hole in my pocket and I want one bad.

TWSBI.com

[manoeuver]

Got mine, threw up a quick hands on here: http://fpgeeks.com/2013/12/first-han...twsbi-classic/

[krazyklod]

Mine just arrived!

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Wow that was quick Dan!

[fpquest]

The large step on the grip section seems to be a gripe for some, and I worry about it as well, considering I have had no pens with such a step before.


Will

Received mine today. I don't even notice the step. There's no step between the section and the view window. It's smooth, as is the chrome trim near the nib. The section is just over an inch long including the trim and view window so I don't even notice. The step is above the threads and the threads would bother me more than the step but they don't interfere with my grip.

The pen doesn't post, which suites me. The cap fits at the end but has absolutely no grip so will slide right off when gravity takes over.

A size comparison (540 - Classic - Vac700):
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[alc3261]

Have ordered a blue one!!

[Cookies]

I've had a couple TWSBIs and haven't had the best luck with their performance. I like the burgundy version but I think I'll hold off until others have had a chance to test them.

[ac12]

Will
The step will bother you if you happen to hold the pen right there, and if you cannot adjust your grip enough to accomodate the step.
I have that problem with the Pilot Metro. The step and my grip just don't get along.

[Gareth]

Not a deal breaker for me, but I'm amazed they didn't design it to allow posting - that's going to cost them a lot of sales I think.

I've pre-ordered a blue one with a fine nib from The Writing Desk (UK Vendor) - can't wait to get my paws on it!

[Woody]

Nice looking pen. Reminded me of a Vanishing point at first glance. I like it. Does not post - so unfortunately that's a deal breaker for this lad.