Ebonite - Vintage and Modern

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I've become enthralled by ebonite pens. I find them warm and inviting.

I have acrylics but have decided to concentrate on ebonites (and a few metal pens) going forward as it's more in my personal style and preference. I'm looking for pens to use, not just collect.

I'm soliciting ideas of what ebonites -vintage and modern- to consider adding to my Indian ebonites. I'd like to cap the prices at about $200-250 for vintage pens. Maybe more for outstanding gold nibs. But any good pens available for less would be appreciated.

I'm very open to vintage ebonites and am considering both eyedroppers and other ink supply methods. Is there any reason that vintage eyedroppers should not be considered? Perhaps I'm wrong, but eyedroppers seem to be less prone to the problems other vintage supply systems might have.

Thanks for your input.

Cheers,

Sg