I’m talking about my personal go-to Pilot fountain pens, now available at Dayspring Pens. Both of these lovely pens are available with custom engraving on the caps, adding that special touch that makes these gorgeous fountain pens completely unique to you. 

First up, the Pilot Metropolitan. This is not the first time (nor will it be the last) that I have waxed poetic about the Metropolitan. Set aside the fact that it is a beginner fountain pen starting at under $30. 

I have been using fountain pens for over a decade now, and it is still a pen I love to pick up and casually use on a weekly basis. 

Also Check Out: The Metropolitan is also available as a Rollerball with the G2 refill and a Ballpoint with the Dr Grip Center of Gravity refill.

I love the durability, the comfy lacquer grip, and how the stainless steel nib has gained some flex over the years that adds a lovely texture to my handwriting. 

I also love, that I have no qualms about having multiple Metropolitans filled with different kinds of ink, ready to use for whatever color or sheen I might need/want to use in a given day. 

TRY A PILOT METROPOLITAN

I’d also like to say that I used a Pilot Blue ink cartridge for the first time since I bought a Metropolitan back in 2021. I have been filling it with bottled ink. I have been delighted with the quality of the ink. Excellent.

My Favorite Engraving Style for the Pilot MR: Engraved Handwriting

It’s so personal, and I love to have my children make a little drawing or write a note and engrave it on the pen so I can always be reminded of them. 

My Favorite Finish: The Metropolitan Gold Fountain Pen

 

 

Next, the Pilot E95s. This pen had been on my wish list for years after seeing the lovely design and quite a few reviews that talked about the precision of each tactile feature of the pen.

It did not disappoint. 

Lightweight, well sized, and vintage-inspired in its aesthetic, the E95s has a gorgeous inlaid nib. 

As a pocket pen, this fountain pen collapses into an approximately 5 in body with a friction cap that snaps into place oh so satisfyingly. With the pen posted, the pen body becomes full sized. 

ADD A VINTAGE TOUCH WITH THE E95S

It’s a lovely pen and a pleasure to use. 

My Favorite Engraving Style for the E95s: Standard Text Engraving in Times.

This pen has a huge space for engraving, giving ample room for a personal message or a long title. I like Times because it matches the antique design of the pen, but Script also presents beautifully. 

My Favorite Finish: The Burgundy Finish with the Ivory Cap and Gold Trim

The other option is Black with Gold Trim, quite lovely and classic. 

For more on our new Pilot Pens check out my article What to Know About Pilot Pens at Dayspring Pens.

Sam Di Nardo is an author for Dayspring Pens, where she has honed her expertise in ballpoint, rollerball, gel and fountain pens since joining the team in 2018. From her initial role as an Engraver to becoming the Production Manager, Sam's journey has been marked by her passion for the history, manufacturing, and the unique value of gifted writing instruments. A graduate of Regent University with a degree in English Literature and a special interest in Old Norse literature, dive deeper into Sam's world and discover why she's your trusted guide in the realm of gift pens. Follow Sam on LinkedIn.