Pilot Silvern Review

 After using Pilot 845, I realised how smooth Pilot nibs are and was eager to try out other Pilot fountain pens. I found Pilot Silvern at an online auction where there were no other bidders and got it at a considerable discount.

The pen came in a usual black plastic box. The pen was sealed in a plastic pouch and held by a ribbon onto a cushion. Personally, I prefer this type of packaging, its functional and does not add any extra weight to the shipment. There was an ink cartridge and an information booklet under the cushion. There was also a cleaning cloth which is very thoughtful as the pen is made of Sterling silver and likely to get a tarnish in future.

Pilot Silvern is available in three different designs - lattice pattern, tsumugi and the concrete pattern. I first saw these three patterns on Pensachi website and liked the lattice pattern. Fortunately for me this one was available at the auction. I also liked the Tsumugi pattern but I only had the budget for one pen. All three patterns are beautiful and which one you choose would be a personal preference.

The pen is made of Sterling silver and hence heavier than pens of similar size. However, the pen is well balanced and the weight of the pen is towards the nib. While writing one doesn't need to apply pressure, the pen just glides on the paper.