Triton Sparkle Blue

[qquake]

This is a Triton ballpoint, in satin chrome with chrome accents. I really like the finish of this kit. The blank is a Rhino, called Sparkle Blue Powder. While the blank is really nice, I'm a little disappointed in it. I was expecting it to "pop". Still, I'm not unhappy with the pen.

 

[qquake]

I must have trimmed the lower body a bit too much, the refill tip sticks out quite a ways. Thankfully, it does retract completely. Since it's for me, I might trim the end of the refill a little.

 

[TonyL]

I have found the Parker-style gel refills to sit a little further into the mechanism. I made several Tritons and have not been impressed with their double-twist mechanism. I find they do not always easily find the fully retracted position.

BTW, I like the blank and think it complements the satin h/w nicely. Thanks for the pic!

 

[qquake]

I think I have some Parker gel refills somewhere. I'll give one a try.

 

[TonyL]

I also found the Schmidt 9000M to sit lower in my pens despite being the same overall length as the stock refills. Maybe something with the machining of the plastic tip?