Opus 88 x Lennon Tool Bar Halo Fountain Pen Clear

This pen exceeded my expectations. It's stylish and comfortable. When full of ink, it displays the color nicely, magically better than my other demonstrators. The eyedropper close off valve will probably come in handy in winter. For now, I leave the end cap unscrewed about one thread, which solves some potential problems. It allows some ink to flow from the barrel to the reservoir while still allowing the cap to post well. The nib is a Jowo #5 tuned by Opus 88. I have the fine. I hesitate to say this, but "best nib ever". (However, my experience is limited to lower end pens like Pilot's and Faber Castell's.) It's smooth with a little pleasant feedback. I've never written so much as I have with this pen, because it is a joy. Take note that the fine is basically between a western fine and medium, probably because of the flow. It requires exactly three full screws to unscrew the cap - to me, a small minus. Unposted, the nib looks well sized, but when the big cap is posted you might wish for a #6. It's balanced when posted and equally usable without posting. Unlike some other pens, its clear section does not show any hint of the ink color. So feel free to go for one of the colored section versions. Cleaning is not super easy unless you use an ink that washes right out. It's difficult to get to the back end of the barrel with something to physically scrub, because the plunger gets in the way. I liked it so much I bought a second.

I rarely leave reviews, this time I was compelled to leave a review since the pen and the service from Stilo & Stile truly deserve it. As always Stilo & Stile delivers the orders at blazing speeds and with utmost professionalism. The pen is amazing, in fact I believe it is prettier in reality than in the pictures. The nib (F) is flawless straight from the box with no tweaking, The generous amount of ink sloshing in the barrel adds to the gorgeous design of this pen. I hope Opus 88 will never decrease the quality of this pen.