Crocodile 218

Crocodile 218 :

I had been contemplating about this purchase for quite a few weeks, finally gave in.

The Gold and Silver duo sells for $ 24.97 but each pen individually sell for about $18, so I went for the combo. The chequered design on the body is not covered with any lacquering [ unlike Jinhao 500's] and the plating quality is very good. Both pens come with gold plated trim clip, though that is less visible on the golden one. Section part is Golden plated, but not too slippery, even when held with dry fingertips, I don't find any slippage, and that is a very good news for me. The pens are shipped with a slightly designed nibs, however both nibs are very smooth medium width. The snap on fitting caps fit well, in fact all parts fit with just the right tolerance, nothing sloppy here. Overall these metal pens being a little on the heavier side, writing speed is little slower. Cap posting can be done, but for my preference the pen writes better balanced without the cap. Best part of these pens are of course the great looks. Happy that I finally changed by mind and went off to buy them. A fine pair in our collection.  Below is a handwriting sample and some photos of the pes. Hope you all like the pen.