Pilot Vanishing Point Fountain Pen Review

Product Review of the Pilot Vanishing Point Collection Fountain Pens

The Pilot vanishing point fountain pen comes in a wide selection of colors to choose from. There are a couple colors that really caught my eye, the gun metal with matte black and the all matte black finish. The nib on the pen is a glossy black to match the black matte pen.

I opted for the extra fine nib which when I first tried the pen was very scratchy. As I began to use the pen the nib began to smooth out some and I enjoy using the pen. Since it is an extra fine nib it will never be as smooth as wider nibs. I have also used the Pilot Vanishing Point with a medium nib and it is a much smoother writer. So if you like a smoother pen I would suggest a wider nib. I do love how fine the pen writes with the extra fine nib and I can write great detail using it.

Most fountain pens are capped. One of the distinguishing features of the Pilot Vanishing point fountain pen is the way the nib retracts. The pen operates like a ballpoint pen with a "click action" to retract or extend the writing nib on the pen. This is a great convenience factor when using the pen making it quick and easy to use. One item to consider with this pen is that since the nib should be kept upright in your pocket the clip is located on the end of the barrel next to the nib rather than at the opposite end. For me this works just fine but for some writing styles the clip can be in the way of where you position your hand on the barrel of the pen making it awkward to use.

The Pilot Vanishing Point is made from all metal components making it a bit heftier than other pens. I do not find that it is overly heavy and the pen is well balanced making it enjoyable for use over longer periods.

The pen is well made with precision and is a very high quality pen. The pen disassembles by unscrewing the barrel at the center. Inside the nib section slides out of the pen. Included with the pen is an in converter as well as an ink cartridge. The pen will only accept the proprietary Pilot ink cartridges. Since the entire nib assembly comes out of the pen maintenance and cleaning are easy.

There is very little on the pen in the way of branding. On the back of the pen in the middle of the barrel is a subtle print of "Pilot Japan". Pilot has done a great job of not over branding the pen.

The Pilot Vanishing Point is a rock solid fountain pen. It is well made, fun to use and performs excellent. It looks great too.

Pros of the Pilot Vanishing Point

• Convenient to use with the retractable nib.
• Smooth gold nib.
• Looks great.

Cons of the Pilot Vanishing Point

• Clip location may be awkward for some writers.

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Specs of the Pilot Vanishing Point Collection Fountain Pens

Length: 5.550 in.
Diameter: 0.460 in.
Weight: 1.100 oz.
Body/Trim: Aluminum
FillType: Cartridge/Converter

Pilot Vanishing Point Collection Reviews from our Customers

See what our customers have to say about the Pilot Vanishing Point Collection Fountain Pens. Don't just take our word for it, read actual customer reviews of the product and see what they think.

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I absolutely love this pen. It is a very smooth nib. Very happy woth the purchase

Pete
PHOENIX, AZ

overall: 5 out of 5

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Just Buy This Pen.

Jay
Folsom, CA

overall: 5 out of 5

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How about a gold nib for less than $200? A fine writer, smooth and good. I may think about more.

Jean
Cheyenne, WY

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Awesome pen. Lives up to the hype, smooth writer, great look (I got the matte blue one) and convenient shirt pocket pen.

Jonathan
Simpsonville, SC

overall: 5 out of 5

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Smooth writing, beautiful pen. The retractable nib is so convenient as I don't have to keep track of the pen cap. I was accidentally sent a broad nib rather than a fine nib. Pen chalet customer service was excellent and sent the correct right away. I was a little worried that the fine point wouldn't write as well as the broad, but I was wrong. Both nibs write smoothly and cleanly right out of the box. No skipping or scratchiness.

Sheela
LONG BEACH, CA

overall: 5 out of 5

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This is the pen I've been looking for all my life! Great heft to it, comfortable, and the clip even counteracts my tendency to unconsciously rotate the pen when I write.

Keith
Fountain Inn, SC

overall: 5 out of 5

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You can buy this pen almost anywhere but I chose to purchase this pen and others from Pen Chalet because of the service sometimes free stickers and attention to details. I also like buying within the USA. I’m happy with my pen and I’m happy where I purchased it. Thank you.

Luther
North Bergen, NJ

overall: 5 out of 5

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Pen Chalet is absolutely phenomenal! Excellent customer service! My VP came in with no issues. I absolutely love this pen!

Paul
Mesa, ID

overall: 5 out of 5

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This is my first Pilot Vanishing Point pen. I got the Medium NIB. The vanishing point is very smooth writing pen. I was concerned about the clip being in the way of my grip - I'm a lefty -- however that was not a problem at all. The pen felt great in my hand and fast became my favorite pen. I use this pen every day at work. Was a little spendie but I'm glad I purchased the pen. Pen Chalet has great customer service and the pen was shipped very fast - 3 days.

Joe
Welch, MN

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I got the Vanishing Point with a Medium nib and it is super smooth! It's my first 18K gold nib, and an extremely good buy for the price!

Becka
Foster City, CA

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