Fountain Pen: Fuliwen Rhombus

VISUAL

The Fuliwen Rhombus is a small pen that sits in an odd size category - it's almost too long to call it a pocket pen, but it's certainly not a full size pen. It reminds me of how vintage fountain pen brands would market small 'Lady's' versions of their models.

The Rhombus has an interesting look - a faceted six-sided small cap and a longer smooth barrel. For whatever reason, the color and style makes me think of something from the 60s. It feels like a relic from the past, which seems rather funny to judge it for considering what the wider public think of fountain pens as a whole.

TACTILE

This pen is actually heavier than I expected and feels pretty solid. It's a decent little pen! My biggest complaint is the absolutely tiny section and the sharp cap threads. I do tend to hold this pen by the body instead, but my fingers slip forward enough to be annoyed by the sharp threads.

The resin at least feels better than injection molded plastic, so it's smooth and has some grip to it.

PRACTICAL

I don't have much to say about this nib. It is a bit of a dry writer, but overall it works just fine.

The screw-to-post cap is a welcome feature, though I worry for the fact that the acrylic cap joins to metal threads. I don't feel them binding, but I always worry about how those threads will wear with use. Additionally, it takes two full rotations to uncap and post.

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STATISTICAL

Pen Measurements:

Weight: 20.63g

Weight of Cap: 5g

Length Capped: 120mm

Length Uncapped: 101mm

Length Posted: 140mm

Nib: 5mm 'Fine' Steel

Body Style: Bat

Fill Method: Converter

Fill Volume: 0.3ml

Comparison Pens: Kaweco Brass Sport, LAMY Safari

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OVERALL

Pros:

• 'Fun-sized'

• Throwback style and color

• Uses a small converter

Cons:

• Sharp cap threads

• I wish the uncapping and posting took slightly fewer rotations
  

Sometimes it's good to look at 'cheaper' pens for a comparison point. I picked this pen up because I thought it looked interesting, and I was actually pleasantly surprised that it felt and worked better than I expected.

DISCLAIMER: Pens and inks purchased by myself. Photos and opinions are my own.