Gioia Partenope Avorio RGT Vulpen

Author: Alvin Law

Review Title: Gioia Partenope Avorio RGT (F) - Surprising and Beautiful

• Review Add on: 23-04-2022
• Average Rating: (5)

I purchased this pen for my wife as a surprise after noticing she had been eyeing it for some time now. When it finally arrived, not only was my wife surprised, I was as well. I was surprised by how beautiful this pen was to look at and to hold in person. From the etching of Naples on the cap finial, to the form and function of the clip, and to the rose gold trim pairing with the milky translucency of the barrel, this beauty exudes elegance and class without any sacrifice to its sturdiness nor workmanship. At 44 grams, it does feel substantial; however, it does not feel too heavy as it is well balanced in the hand when writing (unposted). The performance of the pen is no slouch either. With this fine steel nib, it is very smooth with an ever-so-slight hint of feedback. I find myself using this pen more than my wife does. At this price point, the value is incredible. I am now tempted to get one of the other Partenope models for myself!

Author: Lisa

• Review Add on: 01-01-2022
• Average Rating: (5)

I've had my eye on the partenope for quite a while and finally decided to take the plunge. So glad I did. The workmanship is incredible: the intricate engraving on the cap and the swirls of the resin are just stunning. That said, the engraving on the cap makes it quite heavy - so I won't be writing with this posted, even though it seems like the cap would fit just fine. When I first began using the pen, it felt a bit toothy and dry, but I switched out my ink for a wetter ink and now it flows just perfectly. Hiiighly recommend the partenope for the fountain pen features alone - I haven't used the rollerball option yet, and not sure I'm in any rush to since I'm so in love with the fountain pen, but it's a neat enough option to have.