Visconti Homo Sapiens Crystal Dream Double Reservoir Fountain pen

Author: Peter Nunn

Review Title: Wonderful pen and fantastic service.

• Review Add on: 22-03-2026
• Average Rating: (5)

I received this pen from the other side of the world and the service and quality of the pen was fantastic.

I can't thank Appelboom more. The nib is wonderful, the pen is one of my grails and I couldn't be happier.

Author: Robert Geerts

Review Title: Stays True to the Original

• Review Add on: 01-12-2025
• Average Rating: (5)

This is my third Appelboom fountain pen purchase in this price range, and I really appreciate the consistent service and attention to detail.

You know how the nib can be a real dealbreaker, and the Appelboom nib-tuning service alone keeps me coming back every time.

Regarding the Visconti Crystal Dream, I can’t put it down! I love the nib, the ink window, kon-peki looks fantastic, and so does sui-gyoku.

It’s the ideal travel fountain pen and even adds a bit of fun to those long, boring meetings!

I highly recommend Appelboom—especially if you’re buying a fountain pen as a gift. Their purchasing experience is practically flawless!

Author: Catherine Johnson

Review Title: A True Dream

• Review Add on: 21-03-2023
• Average Rating: (5)

The Visconti Homo Sapiens Crystal Dream is truly a dream come true, I saw a few reviews of this pen months ago on YouTube and quickly added it to my wishlist. After receiving a discount from Appelboom for a previous order, I decided to pull the trigger and order the pen. With my order I requested the tune and smooth option for the nib given the history of issues with Visconti's nibs. When the pen arrived I did a quick dip and writing test and the nib glided across the page. I also remembered from a review that the pen leaned more towards the dry side so I decided to use a Bungubox ink. The writing showed the shading and sheen but dried fairly quick which was a nice surprise. I have used this pen everyday since receiving it and am extremely happy with it's performance.

Author: Cynthia M

• Review Add on: 11-06-2021
• Average Rating: (5)

I have always loved the Homo Sapiens Lava model. Something about the feel of the materiel and the size is very comfortable to write with. Now combine that with the beautiful and utilitarian ink window and the increased capacity of the double reservoir, it is perfection. Then, add to that the new 18k in house nib. It was checked by Appelboom (as evidence by a hint of washable ink on the nib) and wrote better than perfect out of the box. I have quite a few Visconti pens. This might be the best writer of the bunch. I would highly recommend this pen

Author: Patrick

Review Title: Very looking and writing fountain pen

• Review Add on: 21-09-2020
• Average Rating: (5)

A very special looking fountain pen and very smooth, fluent broad nib. Also very pleasant feeling in hand.
Like it very much! Thanks for the Dutch biscuits included.

Author: Carole

Review Title: a grail pen for physics geeks

• Review Add on: 15-09-2020
• Average Rating: (5)

A stellar purchasing experience, highlighted by a nib QC writing sample provided by Appelboom’s Director himself. This 14K gold Fine nib writes smoothly and effortlessly with visible ink shading on Tomoe River 52 gsm paper. Esthetically and mechanically, the Visconti HS Crystal Clear model is a beautifully designed fountain pen that provides a wonderful visual and tactile writing experience, even for a lefty. The Dutch biscuits, thoughtfully included in my order, brought back fond memories.