I just wanted to write and say that I received the pen today and the nib is a work of art! Then pen all in all is a wonderful writer and I am actually having some problems putting my satisfaction down in words.

Regards
David O. – A very satisfied customer.

To all,
I just received my customized Pelikan M205 this morning. After filling it, I spent the morning writing with it. I must tell you that it is a joy to write with this pen! It writes smoothly, and the ink flows beautifully onto the paper.
Beyond that, everyone Classic that I spoke or emailed with was extremely pleasant very easy to deal with and this was a great experience. Needless to say that when the time comes to purchase another pen (I mean, is it even possible to own only one?) I will be calling on your company again.

Thank you so much,

Jeff

I just wanted to write to thank you for the great pen and service. The Omas I purchased was excellent of course, but the custom work the John did made it even better. This is my first cursive italic nib. It makes my writing much more interesting but is as easy to use as a standard nib. John made it perform exactly as I wanted. I can't put the pen down and I am wasting ink writing randomly on every piece of paper that wanders into my grasp.

I also want to thank Jonella. She talked me through the options and helped me to make the best possible choice. She even kept up with me when I made a few rapid changes of direction as we discussed the pen. She has good customer service nailed.

All the best,
Carl

John and folks,

I received the Omas extra back and it is beyond my expectations.

I knew the nib would be smooth, but the wetness is right on the money.

Although you mentioned that the cork piston head appeared dry, between the water and the ink I let soak in the barrel, it's fine. Fills great , no leaks, etc.

As for the cap lip cracks I ground the concentric section of the lip with the cracks off about 2 mm below the cap bands. No worries now. The larger crack is stabilized and the rest are of no consequence. I don't think they'll propagate to any great degree and if they do creep a bit, they won't go far as there will be no pressure on them.

So, bottom line?

A+ Mr. Mottishaw :-) I have a unique vintage pen with modern writing characteristics for which I picked up the barrel/section and cap for ZERO dollars. I salvaged it from a collectors rubbish heap who thought he might restore it some day but didn't want to fuss with it. The $220 I put into it makes it priceless in my estimation.

Many thanks and blessings
Jim

Jonella : I received my Pelikan last night. Whatever John did to tweak my cursive italic nib as well as repair my leak has left this pen better than when it was new. The deep blue luster of the body is completely restored. The flow of the ink is silky smooth and the nib writes exactly as a cursive italic is supposed to. Your customer service is fabulous as I was only down about 10 days without my Pelikan. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate the quick turnaround. John is an artist! Thanks again.

-N. Chu