Traveler's company Brass Fountain Pen

I heard about this pen when I was purchasing a EDC notebook. I ended up choosing the Passport Size Traveler’s Company version due to simplicity. I like the writing of fountain pens and option of being able to choose inks. Of course I opted for the fountain pen version. Comparing prices / shipping etc, no matter where you go, it ends up being about $60 USD at the end of 2022. It is costly and I put it in my cart a few times for a few days just to see if I really “need” it or just wanted in my possession. It’s hard for me to justify a non-collector pen.I ended up purchasing this and I’m glad that I did. I use it everyday. It writes well for a fine-extra fine nib. Capacity of the cartridge lasts for 3 - 7 days depending on how much I use obviously before reloading with a syringe (I actually enjoy that process). It has a decent weight to it which to me feels sturdy. In a pinch, I do not add the cap (longest portion of the pen) so I can jot down a quick note. However, when writing anything more than 1 sentence, it probably would be a good idea to post the pen so your hand won’t hate you later.I posted a picture of the pen by itself. Some people like patina while there are 100 ways to get rid of it if you like your pen shine better. I keep it clipped in my EDC Traveler’s Passport notebook. Never had a big issue with leaks. I keep the pen upright if I need to place it in my work bag or pocket.In a nutshell, I am glad I got it. You do need to refill / exchange more often given the short international cartridge. If you like fountain pens, then go ahead and get it. Again, I shopped around for a while, it ends up being within a few dollars everywhere after taxes and shipping calculated. I ordered here from a store called Dainty Baby and it arrived packaged well within the week even during holiday season.

Overall a very good fountain pen. Easy to Cary in pocket of shirt or pants. It even went through the wash cycle…no water intrusion. I haven’t had any problems with ink leaking. You can go for long periods without using and it performs instantly. Plus if you happen to lose it…it’s not like you just lost a $200.00 pen.

Well made, writes well - no skipping. Smooth nib. And it's cool.

Amazing travel companion. Great nib. Solid construction. Patinas quickly and beautifully. Love it.

This is a very fun pen to use! I like the weight that it has and that it fits well in shirt pockets. It uses the shorter international cartridge but you can use an ink bottle and syringe to refill it which can be cheaper than buying cartridges and throwing them away. I have decent size hands and so far it fits my hand well. Would recommend

For a small and relatively inexpensive pen, this writes very well. It flows perfectly without being too wet.Because of the small size (the pen is very small: most of the length is the cap) it only accepts small international cartridges; a black cartridge is included.My first task was to empty the cartridge and refill it with a syringe, which is now my usual means of filling. When I travel abroad, I'll probably pick up some spare cartridges as they are a snap to install when away from home.The real CHARM of this pen is the case. The brass is beginning to take on a burnished look that is quite beautiful and attracts attention. Several people have commented on this. To use brass polish would ruin the effect.Because of the weird dimensions of the pen, simply uncapping it is an interesting process. The pen section is so small that it has to be posted immediately, and then it looks like a normal pen.cons:(1) small therefore easy to lose(2) small diameter may make it less suitable for long writing sessions, depending on the size of your hands. I have large hands and don't find this a problem up to a page or two. Having said that, it's not really a substitute for a full-size pen for long writing sessions.pros:(1) easy to take anywhere(2) fits in any pocket including trousers(3) because of the long cap, I don't fear any leakage problems(4) sturdy brass construction reduces risk of damage compared to resin/ plastic pens(5) easy start, writes slightly wet - no skipping(6) perfect for taking notes(7) looks great

I saw a couple reviews of this pen. What intrigued me was that the reviewers listed this pen as their favorites and this is their, go to pen. The reviewers other pens in that list were 3 times the price of this pen. So I tried it.Used it for 5 days as my only pen. I then ordered a second. Yes I liked the pen that much. Smooth with different inks I have. The nib is special, nothing seems fancy, just works every time, a bit wet, but I prefer that. The brass is not as heavy as other brass pens I have. Super sturdy long term, time will tell. I did buy two.

This is a beautiful pen. Lightweight when posted, it is small enough to be extremely portable. I bought it to be an everyday carry and it fits into my Galen Leather A5 zipper case. All went well for the first few weeks. I used an international short cartridge. Although I prefer a broader point, this one came with a fine. But it's not too bad for me. There's very little scratch or feedback, and the line and feed were even without any hard starts or problems.I thought I had found my ideal pen until time came to change out the cartridge. It is officially stuck up inside the barrel, and conventional methods have not gotten it out. I'm going to have to acquire a pair of long nosed tweezers to operate on this and hopefully remove the cartridge. When I get it out, I'll report any helpful information here. I'm thinking the cartridge was a Kaweco but I'm not remembering exactly.