Frequently Asked Questions about Fountain Pens, Inks and other Writing Instruments

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What are the different type of fill systems for fountain pens? Which is the best and why?
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Just got a new fountain pen and it does not write at all...what should I do?
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If I have a fountain pen with an ink converter, can I use the same converter for different color inks? Do I have to clean the converter out when using a different color ink?
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What is the difference between a fountain pen cartridge and a fountain pen converter?
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What fountain pen ink is the best for my fountain pen?
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What fountain pen inks are waterproof?
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How long does a fountain pen ink cartridge last?
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Is it OK to fly with a fountain pen? Will they leak?
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Why does my fountain pen skip?
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How do I clean a dried out fountain pen which has not been used for a long time?
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