The one thing I don’t love about it is that it makes it difficult to post the cap straight on the barrel - a very minor annoyance, but I’m a poster, so there it is. Gift Card. The Camden is already a relatively long pen, and Esterbrook’s cushion-cap system (discussed further below) makes it even longer when posted because the cap doesn’t rest deeply on the barrel.
The section in particular is quite comfortable, and I find myself wanting to write with this pen for long periods of time. The “Composition” edition uses the same contoured brushed metal section as on the standard version.As much as I love the finish and the aesthetics on this particular model, the Camden itself is a bit of a mixed bag for me personally. Compare.
I love the cloth box.That said, major kudos to Kenro for making peace with vintage Esterbrook enthusiasts, and for envisioning a way to connect the “new” and “old” Esterbrook pens by incorporating a key feature of the vintage brand: the ability to swap the absolutely massive array of available Esterbrook nibs. I had many thoughts about this, not many of them comforting. All rights reserved.The Gentleman Stationer contains paid advertising, affiliate links, and paid/sponsored content (which will be plainly disclosed by a Disclaimer when featured).The Gentleman Stationer participates in the Pen Chalet, Appelboom, Etsy, Shareasale, eBay Partner Network, and Huckberry Affiliate Programs. E947 – Composition Back to School Black Rollerball: $185. As I mentioned, like the Estie, the Camden features Esterbrook’s spring-loaded “cushion cap” that uncaps with only 3/4 of a turn, allowing for quick deployment. After you’ve done it once or twice, it’s not a big deal, and the purpose behind the design is similar to Like the Estie, the Camden is another well-made fountain pen from Esterbrook that will serve you well as a daily writer, but if you post your pens the Estie might be a better choice. )Even the packaging has a retro flare. On the other hand, the purpose behind the cushion cap is similar to The MV Adapter alters the overall look of the pen quite a bit. Posting the cap on that pen just feels a bit more secure, and the slightly shorter posted length and lighter-weight acrylic makes the Estie more comfortable for me to write with for longer sessions. As records have made their comeback in the last decade, so too, has the American fountain pen. Pen Show. I’ve used a LOT of turned acrylic pens - I probably own dozens - but the materials chosen for the Esties feel solid and have a lot of warmth, reminiscent of ebonite or celluloid (even though they’re obviously not). I also absolutely love the vintage cigar shape. The marbling has a nice texture that eliminates any slipperiness inherent in most metal pens.
As a committed “poster” - especially for daily writer-type pens intended to be used in class or at the office - I’ve found the Camden too back-heavy to use for long writing sessions. Though I’m not a collector of vintage pens, I very much appreciate vintage-inspired design, and the Estie sports the beautifully streamlined look of a classic Sheaffer balance, sans cap band or any adornments other than the clip and an engraved “Esterbrook” logo.Two features are being used extensively to market the Estie: the “cushion cap” closure and the “MV Adapter,” the latter of which is available for purchase separately, and allows you to use your vintage Esterbrook nibs in the new pen.
By Jessica Coles. After some initial skepticism, I’m a fan of the cushion-cap. Goulet Pens gift cards are available for $5 to $500. Price-wise, the Camden and Estie both sit at the $156 retail price point - the current standard for higher-end steel nib pens - so I can’t really argue with Esterbrook’s decision here, even though I might like to see the Camden closer to $130 simply because the Estie feels more “premium.” I acquired the pen featured in this review from site sponsor Pen Chalet, All content is the property of The Gentleman Stationer and Digital Divide Media, LLC and should not be reproduced without permission. Whether for your boardroom, classroom, or collection, the Camden Composition is a fountain pen for all seasons. For the prices charged on some of the vintage specialty nibs you could purchase a custom grind. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. In today’s market, given the realities of manufacturing and distribution costs, $150 seems to be the price point at which smaller brands are able to make a high-end fountain pen without running into significant quality control problems. I like the “J” series and Dollar Pens just fine, but I only own one or two vintage nibs, and I didn’t get particularly invested in the drama over the sale of the brand. As RCA was producing millions of records, Esterbrook was producing millions of pens.
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