TWSBI - DIAMOND 580 AL R

The fountain pen 580 AL R comes with a benchmark piston ink-filling mechanism and has all detachable parts. The clear demonstrator barrel allows you to see your ink color and remaining ink level. It has a silver aluminum grip section and a screw-cap. The aluminum is enhanced with a subtle matte finish and circular engravings in the grip and cap area. It comes with a stainless steel nib and is presented in a modern clear display case.

The idea behind the TWSBI Diamond 580 was to go back to basics and capture the simplicity and elegance of traditional writing instruments. In recent years, the development and modernization of writing instruments have resulted in traditional writing instruments, such as fountain pens, falling into obscurity. It was TWSBI's goal to bring the past back to life by creating a traditional fountain pen that even modern-day society can appreciate.

TWSBI's belief is that it is important to allow the user to disassemble and reassemble the pen and completely experience the traditional aspects of owning and using a fountain pen. These pens also come packaged with a wrench and silicone grease. Neither of these accessories are intended to be used immediately, as they are for long-term care and maintenance. Additionally, please use extra care if you choose to disassemble the nib and feed, as the feed is very fragile.

You may notice a white substance on your 580AL or 580ALR pistons. This is bearing grease, and must not be removed during cleanings, or replaced by silicone grease.

Our ever popular 580AL now with matte finish, subtile details on the grip and cap. New aluminum machined grip, connector, and piston rod.

Features

580 has increased ink capacity, about 30% more than 530. 580 has improved the smoothness of cap thread turning. 580 shows you our promise on continuous product improvement on small details.

Please note : ink is not included

A quick no brainer guide in choosing nib sizes in an overly complicated fountain pen world:

If you write small, go with an EF, For the normal writer, F is the most popular, If you tend to lean on a bigger font, M will be perfect, B is for statements!! Sign a check in B, write a header in B, do some coloring/shading in B, Stub nibs are italic in writing style.