How can I stop ink from leaking from the sides of the nib?
1819705
I suppose this is due to an excess ink in the converter. You can turn the nob to draw ink, in this case air, and it will leave the feed a little drier. If not, check alignment of nib and feed, maybe is offset at the base? Hope this was useful.
1819706
You might check to see if the nib and feed are seated deeply enough. Try to push them into the section farther.
1507565
Don't hit the nib or press hard on it as other commented. Doing so can permanently open up the nib and you will get a pen that runs constantly. You can place a tissue under the nib or run water on it to make the ink flow. Once you see the ink, you can start writing. Every once in a while, clean the nib by soaking in a cup of water. Dried ink will clog the nib. Air dry thoroughly before use. Also, make sure you have the cartridge inserted hard enough that it breaks the seal. You might have to push it in a bit so it will stay connected. Make sure the cartridge is new.
1600004
I have not had that issue. I had a box delivered that all the pens had leaked out. The seller replaced immediately. My recommendation would be to contact seller. They are great pens.
847926
I filled mine by dipping in ink. It should not be a hard start to write. If anything dip in ink or rub a damp paper towel across the nib
509781
the shoulder on the cartridge is rather long. I had to trim down that shoulder by CAREFULLY trimming a bit off with a sharp knife.That allows the short stem on my pen's nib to poke into the ink reservoir
1272190
I have never received one that way, but as long as nothing is broken just pop the Cartridge in screw the body to the front section and write.if the nib is off it can be pushed on the feed easily, just make sure the lips are straight on the black feed rails.
1936733
The cap snaps on. It seems like a tight fit. I just took the uncapped pen and shook it hard (like I was shaking a ketchup bottle) 5 or 6 times and on the last shake a small drop of ink came out. Personally, I'm not worried about leaks.
2231555
Looks like everyone else answered this, but I'll give it a shot too--and I'll borrow from the directions off my box of Pilot/Namiki ink cartridges. :P So--first, unscrew the pen. Hold your pen with the nib (the tip) of the pen straight up and remove the empty cartridge (or the converter if it's still on the pen--that thing on the end that you squeeze like an eyedropper bulb). Insert the new cartridge straight into the pen without turning or twisting. Also: Be sure to hang onto that converter! At the very least, you can use that to help yourself clean out the inside of the pen between cartridges (or between ink refills in general if you use bottled inks). What you do is, fill a cup with clean, cold water. (If your tap water is drinkable, use that. If you're more worried, use bottled water. Some folks swear by distilled water, but I don't feel it's necessary.) Put the converter onto the pen and use it to suck clean water into the pen, then squeeze the converter to get the dirty inky water out. Do this several times--draw up clean water, squeeze out the dirty water--until the water comes out clear. Then dry off the nib. Personally, I like to let my pen sit nib down in a cup stuffed with a wad of paper towel to dry overnight. Anyhoo--the converter will at least help you with cleaning the pen. But the really good thing about using any fountain pen is using *bottled inks.* That's really what that converter is for! When you feel ready to try out bottled inks, you'll really be needing that converter. So in the meanwhile, be sure to hold onto it and don't lose it. Yeah...you could always buy another one if you do, but why should you if you've already got one, right? Good luck and happy writing :)
866450
I recommend using the converter as sort of a "primer" give it a few quick back and forth twists--not so far that ink dribbles out, but just enough that you think it's probably going down into the nib. (If you're using cartridges, a couple quick but firm squeezes of the cartridge has the same effect.) If you're starting from a brand new or dry pen it might take a while and some tapping to get it flowing.
1684922
You can contact Parker and they allow you to send your pen to them and they will replace it. The Parker skilled craftsmen will replace your nib and adjust it to the ideal position.
225840
With the first one I boght ... which I had for years ... there was never a problem with ink leaking. So far, the new one has been leak-free as well.
75293
If the ink won't flow, you can use ink converter that comes already with the pen.It is better than the ink cartridges.
1846839
Simply pull out the nib and reverse it. Can use a tissue to hold the nib while pulling.
471280
The standard answer is do not mix fountain pens and airplanes. The change in pressure can possible cause the pen to leak. Use a nice Jetstream or G2, leave the fountain pens home.
1507567
Try the following: 1. Press slightly on the cartridge to get the ink going2. Put the lid back on and shake the pen down quite strongly (as if you were going to hit something down with it) again to get the ink going in the pen.
1138110
Some inks will dry and clog more quickly than others, but they'll all do it eventually. If you need to store the pen be sure to wash out both the section (that holds the nib) and the converter. Bulb syringes are your best friend when cleaning. Then shake them out, let them air dry for a day or so, and store. If you still want to use it somewhat regularly and not store it, then seek out inks made by Waterman, Parker, and Sheaffer. These are old, trusted brands, and are a bit less likely to clog as quickly. They'll be easier to wash out of your pen as well. You also might seek out some "washable" inks (like Parker Quink Washable Blue), though be aware that most washable inks may fade on paper. Some inks will dry and clog more quickly than others, but they'll all do it eventually. If you need to store the pen be sure to wash out both the section (that holds the nib) and the converter. Bulb syringes are your best friend when cleaning. Then shake them out, let them air dry for a day or so, and store. If you still want to use it somewhat regularly and not store it, then seek out inks made by Waterman, Parker, and Sheaffer. These are old, trusted brands, and are a bit less likely to clog as quickly. They'll be easier to wash out of your pen as well. You also... » Read More Some inks will dry and clog more quickly than others, but they'll all do it eventually. If you need to store the pen be sure to wash out both the section (that holds the nib) and the converter. Bulb syringes are your best friend when cleaning. Then shake them out, let them air dry for a day or so, and store. If you still want to use it somewhat regularly and not store it, then seek out inks made by Waterman, Parker, and Sheaffer. These are old, trusted brands, and are a bit less likely to clog as quickly. They'll be easier to wash out of your pen as well. You also might seek out some "washable" inks (like Parker Quink Washable Blue), though be aware that most washable inks may fade on paper. « Show Less
557124
Just break the nib! So easy and crippy. I bought 2, one worked and the other I had to broke the nib!