So, I’ve recently been looking at pens from a certain company that has been around for a long time (read: over 100 years). They have a line of pens that have become quite iconic with both collectors and aficionados, and is still being produced today with only a few changes from the original version(s). The question is: when is it a good idea to consider buying a second hand / vintage pen instead of a new pen?
Irony: I’m thinking about an M400. The thing that is attractive about the vintage version of the pen is the ink window. But, as @backtoanalog@mastodon.social points out, understanding the differences in materials, and the associated maintenance is probably where the decision should be made.
The ink window is wonderful indeed!