Mike in Seattle
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A good fountain pen is going to save money. You have the higher initial outlay, of course, but once you have the pen, all you have to buy is ink. And you're not adding all the plastic and metal to landfills.
Sure, Bic/Biro are cheaper at the outset, I'm sure using those would end up cost more over the course of a year. It's a false economy - you're spending more over time. But look at the price of some of the "throw-away" ballpoint and rollerball pens - $2-3 each or more. And really, how many people keep a ballpoint and use it until it's dry? You've got several in your desk drawer or purse, and you leave them here or there, pick up another here or there.
Sure, Bic/Biro are cheaper at the outset, I'm sure using those would end up cost more over the course of a year. It's a false economy - you're spending more over time. But look at the price of some of the "throw-away" ballpoint and rollerball pens - $2-3 each or more. And really, how many people keep a ballpoint and use it until it's dry? You've got several in your desk drawer or purse, and you leave them here or there, pick up another here or there.