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Visconti Homo Sapiens Dark Age Oversize FP
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Visconti Homo Sapiens Dark Age Oversize FP
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The flagship model from Italian pen maker Visconti, the Homo Sapiens Bronze Age Oversize is a collector’s item with a commanding presence. It’s handmade with hardened basaltic lava from Sicily’s Mount Etna: the tallest active volcano in Europe Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downGambit76116
69
Apr 22, 2018
Wrote to visconti asking if there was a place close by where I worked now. Doha, Qatar. Got a nice email back asking if I wanted to open shop here. Told them I'm interested in buying a pen only. Never heard from them again :) sent two reminders.
So I'm getting a mont blanc and pelican instead :)
This is my personal experience yours may vary. Each to his own.
So I'm getting a mont blanc and pelican instead :)
This is my personal experience yours may vary. Each to his own.
Gambit76116
69
Mar 22, 2019
I'd spend a 1000 dollars for a good pen from a company with service like that in a heart beat. Out of curiosity which country was This dealer in?
Desastor
336
Mar 23, 2019
Gambit76116Waterman , I assume. I emailed Waterman with the problem and the picture of the pen, got a message back with a US mailing address to ship the pen to and several weeks later received the pen, note and ink. I did not bother to think that the address was not a Waterman repair shop although it comes still down to service received, which was just amazing
hilasmos
10
Nov 17, 2017
I'd say wait for a sale and get a pen this expensive from an authorized dealer. I got one two weeks ago for $531.
Powan
3
Feb 23, 2018
Those issues were resolved by Visconti. The leaking issues they had for a bit. Picked mine up at a Show and ive loved it ever since. Def a daily carry for me.
Luke5403
177
Feb 24, 2018
PowanThat’s the way to do it. Buying from a professional at a show. The pen and nib can be inspected, and adjusted to your hand right there while you wait.
Attending pen shows is not always possible, but does make for the best outcome.
Crashspeeder
39
Nov 17, 2017
I don't think I've ever seen a Visconti Homo Sapiens Bronze Age for the "original price" listed on this drop, $775. $600-$700 is about what I've seen them for, with websites tending to offer closer to the $600 side and brick and mortar stores being closer to the $700 side.
This isn't a deal.
This isn't a deal.
cangell
8
May 26, 2018
CrashspeederI actually picked up this pen several months back from a very reputable eBay dealer and paid $400 for it.
That being said you have to know the person you’re dealing with if you’re going to purchase a company like eBay there are several vendors that I use that are extremely reputable so if you want to spend the time to research an item like this and get it at a really good price you might try that.
I love this pen can use it frequently but to be honest I wouldn’t pay $700 for this I have several other Visconti’s that arethtype of money
That being said you have to know the person you’re dealing with if you’re going to purchase a company like eBay there are several vendors that I use that are extremely reputable so if you want to spend the time to research an item like this and get it at a really good price you might try that.
I love this pen can use it frequently but to be honest I wouldn’t pay $700 for this I have several other Visconti’s that arethtype of money
Bailey2013
188
Nov 17, 2017
the validity of the deal is irrelevant to me. Price is way out of my league. I'm perfectly happy with my M800 and custom 823
TheDarkTrumpet
128
Nov 17, 2017
I think it's more of a name thing vs the material used.
It's like buying a name brand, like Nike, vs an off brand for a similar pair of shoes. I agree with you that having more companies creating unique materials would be awesome. I know the process is more complicated than the plastic and wood pens we see. Still, even really good wood pens can be really expensive (like my Pilot Icchi Wood pen, which goes for about $550 and has to be imported from Japan).
I think this manufacturer is trying to get into more cheaper pens, but nothing they make is mass produced. To my knowledge, everything is made by hand, in a smaller shop.
It's like buying a name brand, like Nike, vs an off brand for a similar pair of shoes. I agree with you that having more companies creating unique materials would be awesome. I know the process is more complicated than the plastic and wood pens we see. Still, even really good wood pens can be really expensive (like my Pilot Icchi Wood pen, which goes for about $550 and has to be imported from Japan).
I think this manufacturer is trying to get into more cheaper pens, but nothing they make is mass produced. To my knowledge, everything is made by hand, in a smaller shop.
Bailey2013
188
Nov 18, 2017
TheDarkTrumpetgot you. Although I've spent on FPs more than I should have, I'm definitely not willing to pay a premium just for "handmade" pens. The sentimental value of a pen is priceless, leaving the owner to justify the price. I'd rather value items handmade by my loved ones than some artisans I can never relate to :)
Cyn1c
186
Nov 17, 2017
As a warning, make sure you have a warranty or a good pen repair shop nearby when buying Visconti.
I have not had great luck with Visconti quality control and my experience with them doesn't seem to be unique based on internet reviews. I do find their designs to be beautiful however. The upside is that their US warranty service is pretty good, if you do have issues!
I have not had great luck with Visconti quality control and my experience with them doesn't seem to be unique based on internet reviews. I do find their designs to be beautiful however. The upside is that their US warranty service is pretty good, if you do have issues!
Misfit1876
19
Jul 9, 2018
Chatterley Luxuries is my go to place to buy internal filler Visconti pens. Bryant Greer is great at customer service, communication, and usually the best prices. I bought my HS under MSRP as in the $500+ range.
MurkyGobbs
53
Mar 8, 2019
Nicholsw20This is the latest reply ever, but yes. Put city as FPO and anything as the state. After you have the order confirmation, message customer service and have them change the address. As long as the package is under 7lbs its good to go. Also, google massdrop fpo apo address information, there's a webpage on it.
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