76winger
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I personally think the kit is fine. Yes a nicer refill would be great and a "slim line" that had not quite so "slim" parts but still built on the same concept would be better. I agree with they take as much time or more as higher end kits but I guess that has never been an issue for me. Regardless of the kit, the better plating is the best option, usually.
The Slimline Pro from PSI is a little bigger but still "straight" and it uses a parker style refill. It is also the best click mechanism I've run into. I like the comforts - use all slimline parts except the centerband and to me just have a classier look. I eve like them better than streamlines which are close to the same.
I agree on the Slimline Pros. They also use an 8mm tube instead of 7mm, giving room for the Parker style refill that I prefer.
And as you mentioned earlier about the comforts (I think it was you), I leave the rubber "comfort grips" off most of mine as well, and the slightly larger body of the pens look awesome.