Rifleman1776
Member
I don't make near as many pens as a lot of folks here. But I try to do them right and attempt to sell only top quality to my customers. I charge more for my pens than I believe others do for similar models. They are sold out of an upscale art gallery. I do not want unhappy customers or returns.
For my gold colored pens I use only Tn gold because of it's durability.
But, I have discovered there is another factor that can make an otherwise high quality pen qualify for a complaint from the customer. Namely, the supplier does not necessarily always ship what they promise.
The pen shown is one of my personal daily carry pens. It is a European in Big Leaf Maple Burl with Tn gold hardware.
You are going to ask, so I'll tell you, the kit was purchased from Craft Supply USA.
After several years of use, the 'gold' on the band and cap have completely worn away. The nib and clip are still in pristine condition as we have a right to expect.
It is obvious the band and cap were plated with something other than Tn gold. Probably 24K or 10K gold, neither of which has good wear qualities.
I believe when we order a Tn kit we should get all parts in that kit with Tn plating.
I will have to stop carrying this pen because my 'carry' pens are my best salesmen. Now, this one does not speak well of what I produce.
Color me angry.
For my gold colored pens I use only Tn gold because of it's durability.
But, I have discovered there is another factor that can make an otherwise high quality pen qualify for a complaint from the customer. Namely, the supplier does not necessarily always ship what they promise.
The pen shown is one of my personal daily carry pens. It is a European in Big Leaf Maple Burl with Tn gold hardware.
You are going to ask, so I'll tell you, the kit was purchased from Craft Supply USA.
After several years of use, the 'gold' on the band and cap have completely worn away. The nib and clip are still in pristine condition as we have a right to expect.
It is obvious the band and cap were plated with something other than Tn gold. Probably 24K or 10K gold, neither of which has good wear qualities.
I believe when we order a Tn kit we should get all parts in that kit with Tn plating.
I will have to stop carrying this pen because my 'carry' pens are my best salesmen. Now, this one does not speak well of what I produce.
Color me angry.