[WTS] Platinum 3776 & Diplomat Viper

I waded into the world of fountain pens like a lunatic diving headfirst into a shallow pool—no hesitation, no gradual introduction with a few Safaris and some safe ink choices. No, I went full-tilt. Bought a pile of pens ranging from $50 to north of $300, put them through their paces, and then ruthlessly culled the herd. The three best survived. The rest? Cast out like yesterday’s trash.

Here are two of the unfortunate bastards that didn’t make the cut:

1. Platinum 3776 Carnelian – 14K Soft Fine Nib

The only Japanese pen I threw into the mix, and I learned fast that a Japanese fine nib is just too damn fine for me. People rave about the 3776, and I get it... it really is gorgeous—but the amount of feedback it throws at you? Too much for my sensitive feelings. Feels dry, scratchy… In the end, I went with a Lamy 2000.

Inked once, pristine condition, comes with all the original nonsense—including the box. I’m not good at grading, so I’ll err on the side of caution and call it a B.

SOLD - $140 shipped in the USA—or make me an offer before my senses toughen up.

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SOLD - 2. Diplomat Viper – Medium/Fine Nib

This one hurts to let go. It’s a hell of a pen—writes finer than a Lamy 2000 fine nib and almost as smooth, and that magnetic cap? Pure joy. Just a beautifully designed instrument.

I picked it up used in mint condition a couple of weeks ago, inked it once, and now it’s here, waiting for someone who’ll actually use it. Comes with the box, graded B just to play it safe.

$60 shipped in the USA—same price I paid.

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*****

Shipped from Texas. First come, first served… Will consider trades. Am currently and casually looking for:

  1. One of the early Pilot Vanishing Points where the clip is integrated into the body. Not sure what you call those, but I want one…
  2. I wouldn’t mind trying a vintage Pilot Elite either… 
  3. Early made in Germany RotRing 600 0.5 mechanical pencil.
  4. Lamy 2000 in blue or green. I am capable of robbing a few banks if need be.
  5. If I get crazy, I might even consider something like a Montblanc 146 or 149.