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		disqard on April 12, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: The Best Pens for 2023: Gel, Ballpoint, Rollerball... I've had the same experience as you, and it turned out that I needed a pen that doesn't dry out. They exist for sure -- here's one that (100% of the time) will stay ready-to-write months after being used: https://www.jetpens.com/TWSBI-ECO-Clear-Fountain-Pen-Extra-F... There are others too, but this one costs less than $40, and is very well-made!

draven on April 12, 2023 | [–]

Platinum pens also have a mechanism to completely seal the nib when capped. I have a Preppy, it's less than $10 and starts fine after weeks without any use.

xarope on April 12, 2023 | [–]

Thanks, here I go into the rabbit hole!

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