Too Much Coleto Fun!!!

I really can't get enough of these pens.

Pen Pics

I just posted the pictures from my latest order on Flickr - here are a few samples......

Updated Favorite Pens Ranking

I updated my favorite pen rankings on the sidebar to reflect what I am using and enjoying the most these days. All of the entries are linked to the post where I review the pen. After repeated use of both the Uni-Ball Signo DX and the Zebra Sarasa Clip, I have jumped them both from off the list to into the top five. They replaced the Pilot G-2 0.38 and the Pilot Precise V5 RT.

I Heart JetPens

My latest order should be in sometime later this week. Here is what I am eagerly anticipating:

1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Putimo Gel Ink Pen - 0.4 mm - Black
1 x Pilot FriXion Erasable Gel Ink Pen - 0.5 mm - Blue
1 x Pilot Choose Gel Ink Pen - 0.5 mm - Black
1 x Pentel Sunburst Gel Ink Pen - 0.3 mm - Blue
1 x Uni-ball Signo Bit UM-201 Pen - 0.18 mm - Black
1 x Zebra Sarasa Clip Gel Pen - 0.4 mm - Blue
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto 3 Color Multi Pen - Pen Body - Blue
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.3 mm - Aqua Blue
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.3 mm - Apple Green
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.3 mm - Baby Pink
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto 3 Color Multi Pen - Pen Body - Clear
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Aqua Blue

I am anxious to try out Pilot FriXion Erasable Gel Ink Pen, as well as the Pilot Hi-Tec-C Putimo, although I imagine it is the same as the other 0.4mm Hi-Tec-C pens, only smaller. I am also reworking my Coleto barrels, switching out my 2-cartridge models for the 3-cartridge. I like the size and the rubber grip on the 3-cartridge version much better.

Review: More Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto's

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Sorry I have been so slack recently! I ordered some new two-cartridge Coleto's in my latest JetPens order, so I figured it was time for a peek. I really like how the Coleto ink cartridges write better that the regular Hi-Tec-C models. The only reason I can find is that the needle tip on the regular models is slightly longer than the Coleto models, and therefore has a little flex when I write. The Coleto cartridges don't seem to clog as much either. Oh well, maybe it's just me.

More Goodies!!!

I just received my latest order from JetPens.com, so hopefully I will have some new reviews up next week.

Order Details:
1 x Pentel Hybrid Technica Gel Pen - 0.3 mm - Blue
1 x Pentel Hybrid Technica Gel Roller Retractable Pen - 0.35 mm - Black
1 x Uni-ball Signo DX UM-151 Gel Pen - 0.28 mm - Black
1 x Uni-ball Signo DX UM-151 Gel Pen - 0.38 mm - Black
1 x Uni-ball Signo RT UM-138 Gel Pen - 0.38 mm - Blue
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Orange
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Green
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Violet
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Red
2 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto 2 Color Multi Pen - Pen Body - Clear
1 x Pentel Slicci Gel Pen - 0.25 mm - Blue Black Ink
1 x Pentel Slicci Gel Pen - 0.25 mm - Blue Ink

Review: Pilot Hi-Tec-C 0.4mm Black

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I love how this pen writes, but I'm not the biggest fan of the barrel design. The size and weight of the pen are very good, but the cap is difficult to get off, and then barely stays on the end of the pen when I am writing. It has a tendency to spin around a bit, making me prefer the Coleto barrel when writing with the Hi-Tec-C.

Review: Pilot Hi-Tec-C 0.25mm (Blue Ink)

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I was a bit hesitant with the 0.25mm tip size when ordering this pen, but it turns out I actually like it quite a bit. I can't use it for any heavy duty writing like the Hi-Tec-C 0.4mm pens, but it definitely has its place.

The pen barrel size and weight feel nearly perfect in my hand, but I have noticed some minor inconsistencies between models. First off, the 0.25mm model does not have the rubber grip like the 0.4mm model, despite the barrel width appearing to be the exact same size and weight. Secondly, when I take the cap off the 0.25mm model, it is a fight to click it on to the end of the pen. With the 0.4mm model, it goes on too easily and actually spins around when I write, which is a bit annoying. I need a happy medium! (You can see the cap off photos here)

None of the above are a deal breaker, but these minor little things make me favor the Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto barrel over these regular models.

Review: Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto

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After reading so much about the Pilot Hi-Tec-C pens from various sources, I just had to go out and try one myself. Instead of one though, I went with three, in the form of the Hi-Tec-C Coleto. I never thought I would like using a multi-cartridge pen, but this Coleto is really great. I will be using this pen a bunch, and will probably try out different tip sizes, ink colors, and models of the Coleto barrel.

Coming Soon

I just received my first order from JetPens.com (wow, that was fast shipping!), so look for reviews on all of the pens listed below in the near future.

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2 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Slim Knock Gel Ink Pen - 0.3 mm - Black
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Slim Knock Gel Ink Pen - 0.3 mm - Blue
2 x Pentel Slicci Gel Pen - 0.3 mm - Black Ink
1 x Pentel Slicci Gel Pen - 0.3 mm - Blue Ink
1 x Pilot G-2 Gel Pen - 0.38 mm - Black
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto 3 Color Multi Pen - Pen Body - Black
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Black
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Blue
1 x Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen Ink Cartridge - 0.4 mm - Pink