(draft, YT Review video to be loaded)
Firstly, I rename this pen from T1 to Ti1866, because T1 is literally the titanium version of 1866 (review here, update of ugly peeling coating). Why not adding a prefix rather than giving a total irrelevant name of T1? Hongdian is not giving a thought here, or simply never did.
This pen was released on Jan 22nd and out of stock in the blink of an eye.
Pro
- A titanium pen, despite being a lazy version of converter, China MSRP at USD14, is a no brainer.
- ergonomically an EDC pen, not something symbolic fat ass baton pen.
- Low Ink Refill.
- My this copy of China Knot nib gives a feedback + flex on par with Sailor Profit ($160) 21K nib. I can not guarantee that you are receiving the exactly same nib, due to recent inconsistency from HD.
Con
- I see no Hongdian distinctive design language.
- unserviceable converter.
- all titanium is prone to scratch. especially in this case, the ti cap thread is scratching the ti section.
- if EDC, cap loose during carry. Give it an extra spin to secure tighten the screw.
- max available in F nib.
Video: Pen review
Gallery:
followings are full metal pens from Hongdian in my collection (far left, 1866 with wood barrel, is an exception)
Other titanium pens in my collection:
