ed4copies
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In another thread, TonyL correctly points out that the K5 converter does not fit easily into the Jr. Aaron.
When we became aware of this (some time ago), we ordered converters from Dayacom--those are still in production. However, we tried several other alternatives as well.
We found that the K5 is a "stepped" design, at the metal reinforcement. This "step" is what does not fit easily through the nib coupler. The quick answer is the Monteverde converter, which is not "stepped" in design and fits with clearance to spare.
My initial reaction, when this was brought to my attention, was to suggest filing the inside of that coupler, so the clearance would increase. Upon further investigation, that coupler is threaded, so I believe this solution is "not optimal" (easily screwed up, so not the best choice).
The problem seems to be isolated to only the junior series pens using the #6 nib. So, for those pens, watch that your converter is smooth, not stepped, where the metal band is located.
I will provide some links to the converters that work, later today.
Like most modifications to pen parts, the #6 nib advantage has yielded an unexpected disadvantage. But, there are LOTS of converters, so this problem is NOT huge.
Thanks for reading!!
Ed & Dawn
Monteverde converter
When we became aware of this (some time ago), we ordered converters from Dayacom--those are still in production. However, we tried several other alternatives as well.
We found that the K5 is a "stepped" design, at the metal reinforcement. This "step" is what does not fit easily through the nib coupler. The quick answer is the Monteverde converter, which is not "stepped" in design and fits with clearance to spare.
My initial reaction, when this was brought to my attention, was to suggest filing the inside of that coupler, so the clearance would increase. Upon further investigation, that coupler is threaded, so I believe this solution is "not optimal" (easily screwed up, so not the best choice).
The problem seems to be isolated to only the junior series pens using the #6 nib. So, for those pens, watch that your converter is smooth, not stepped, where the metal band is located.
I will provide some links to the converters that work, later today.
Like most modifications to pen parts, the #6 nib advantage has yielded an unexpected disadvantage. But, there are LOTS of converters, so this problem is NOT huge.
Thanks for reading!!
Ed & Dawn
Monteverde converter
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