Fountain pen vs Roller ball

[Monty]

Trying to learn a little more about FP's and RB's . I learned from another post that one can convert between the two simply by removing or adding a spring. Therefore I assume that the reason the FP kit is a few $ more than the RB is because of the ink converter pump. Is this correct?

Also, if I were to buy a replacement pump, I see the Schmidt pumps are more than a standard pump. What makes them more expensive?

Since the FP kits are more than the RB kits, do you charge more for a FP than a RB of the same style?

 

[lkorn]

FP kits are more expensive due to the cost of the NIB. Soem kits include a converter, not all. All however include an ink cartridge. The spring for the roller ball is to keep relatively constant pressure on the ball regardless of the users hand.
I sell FP's for $10.00-$25.00 more than RB's depending on the kit and the wood.

 

[ed4copies]

Originally posted by lkorn
<br />FP kits are more expensive due to the cost of the NIB. Soem kits include a converter, not all. All however include an ink cartridge. The spring for the roller ball is to keep relatively constant pressure on the ball regardless of the users hand.
I sell FP's for $10.00-$25.00 more than RB's depending on the kit and the wood.

Ditto!![]

Usually $10 more, but the customer can buy BOTH ends to make the pen either a rollerball OR a fountain pen for only $8 more than the fountain pen price!!! (SUCH A DEAL, I MAKE FOR YOU!!!)[][][][]

 

[Scott]

Hi Mannie,

Larry and Ed did a great job of answering your questions! I agree with what they say! Those Schmidt pumps really are made better. I like using them. I understand the main difference is the material in the ink reservoir is non-wetting, meaning the ink doesn't stick to the sides of the reservoir, but rather flows out the end into the nib. Whatever! They just seem to be built better, and I like to stick with the best for my better pens!

Scott.