FEELER: Montblanc, Prometheus Lights style

[eala]

I pledged too. Great idea... this kickstarter thing.

eala

 

[nfetterly]

Pledged for one, would have liked to get a second.

 

[jch79]

Hi Jason, I don't visit CPF much these days, but saw this thread, and while I think there too many pens on Kickstarter, yours is the first that's actually caught my eye. Just backed you... can't wait! And congrats on the forthcoming new lathe.

Quick question - is very tip of the pen (not the cartridge) is a bit more rounded than the prototype in this CPF thread? Maybe it's just the photo of the pen in this thread is more a "profile" photo. FWIW, I like that the pen in this thread has a slightly more tapered tip, so you can see what you're writing if precision is needed.

This is so awesome... can't wait!

john

 

[archer6817j]

Quick question - is very tip of the pen (not the cartridge) is a bit more rounded than the prototype in this CPF thread? Maybe it's just the photo of the pen in this thread is more a "profile" photo. FWIW, I like that the pen in this thread has a slightly more tapered tip, so you can see what you're writing if precision is needed.
john

The final prototypes are more rounded, but it doesn't seem to obstruct the view. All of the prototypes have been shaped by hand, with a file...so there is no "standard" really at this point. I'll have to tweak in the CNC program to make it look "right"

 

[climberkid]

I was really looking forward to the Ti version, but the more I thought about it the more I liked the plated Al. That way it matches my Alpha!

 

[dlmorgan999]

I was really looking forward to the Ti version, but the more I thought about it the more I liked the plated Al. That way it matches my Alpha!

I'm thinking the other direction. I still don't have an alpha yet (it's been on my "buy list" for a LONG time). I do plan to get one eventually though, and I figured I would make the pen match the future light.

 

[jch79]

The final prototypes are more rounded, but it doesn't seem to obstruct the view. All of the prototypes have been shaped by hand, with a file...so there is no "standard" really at this point. I'll have to tweak in the CNC program to make it look "right"

Thanks Jason! Can't wait.

 

[Bigmac_79]

Hey Jason, I'm glad to see this panning out for you, a look at your Kickstarter page makes me think congratulations are in order! I'm trying to decide if I should go with the Ti or Al, the Al would match the Alpha flashlight, but but titanium is just awesome all on it's own. Anyway, I posted a link to your Kickstarter project on my facebook page, we'll see if I can get some more traffic in your way :thumbsup:

 

[mikeymoto]

I pledged for a Ti however the one regret I already have is the galling I always seem to notice on Ti threads.

If there's a way to minimize that feeling it would be awesome.

 

[Saranic]

Congrats on Kickstarter , Thanks for the email notice...I got in on first 100

 

[archer6817j]

I pledged for a Ti however the one regret I already have is the galling I always seem to notice on Ti threads.

If there's a way to minimize that feeling it would be awesome.

Nano-Oil By definition, galling materials require a lubricant barrier to prevent galling. A healthy "break in" period is also essential. It's less of an issue with the pen because the maximum number of threads engaged is really low, unlike a flashlight or bolt or or something like that.

 

[Robe]

I was really looking forward to the Ti version, but the more I thought about it the more I liked the plated Al. That way it matches my Alpha!

Same. Well, I don't have an Alpha, but I really like ti, but I think the smooth nickel plating looks so beautiful. That's what I pledged towards!

 

[PointSpecial]

I went with the Al too. The shine was just too hard to pass up!

 

[cowsmilk]

Pledged for one, would have liked to get a second.

I agree with this comment. Any chance we can get two titanium pens?

I'm Moobile, Baby!!!

 

[Ore]

Kickstarter only allows you to pledge once. I think it's possible to manually adjust the amount you pledge to match the price of two or more items. But better ask Jason first.

 

[cowsmilk]

Kickstarter only allows you to pledge once. I think it's possible to manually adjust the amount you pledge to match the price of two or more items. But better ask Jason first.

Yes, I was aware I could pledge more. Since he has been answering on this thread, I thought I would ask here.

I'm Moobile, Baby!!!

 

[diesel79]

Pledged for an aluminum one. Can't wait. This will be my first nice pen.

 

[Robe]

Make a second account.

 

[archer6817j]

Hi all,

Feel free to pledge for any number of pens you want, at the level that is available at the time

Cheers,

Jason

 

[Harry999]

Thanks Jason,

You know I have already pledged for two Ti and two Al. Now get those perks you were thinking about sorted and I will pledge some more.

Regards

Harry