Author: Al

Review Title: Platinum Curidas Gran Red

The color of this pen is nice and you get a bit of a demonstrator feel to it. The retractable end feels a bit long but I didn't notice it anymore after a few writing sessions. The nib worked well right out of the box and I didn't need to put any pressure while writing (EF nib). It takes a bit of patience to refill the converter (you have to purchase that separately) but it wasn't difficult at all and it was quite fun. I highly recommend this pen for quick note taking and travelling!

Author: Uwe Brandenbusch

This is a very fine pen with a sophisticated rectractable system that makes it easy to use, without a drying nib. As easy to use as a ball pen. It takes ink cartridges as well as a converter (a special one from Platinum). The build quality is very good, it won't break easily.