"James" wrote in message
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On Feb 20, 4:37 pm, "Jimmy" wrote:
"Mike S." wrote in message

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Or, more specifically - how to keep the ink from drying out?
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Any real-world experience here? Any better suggestions?

Mike,

I have always stored them point-down. The theory is, this keeps the
ball
inked, and the column of ink stays unbroken...
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As a real world example, I have a metal Parker "T Ball" refill from
the
early 1970s that still writes. They can survive a long time.
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Alan

Yes, pen refills from the 1970's made by Parker have a propensity to
last a long time, but not pen refills made in the 50's and 60's. One
trick I use to loosen ink in a refill is to hold it briefly over a
open stove flame a few seconds and then scrawl on a scratch pad
nearby. Sometimes it works, sometimes it does not and then I discard
the refill in trash. Every refill is different as you do not know how
long they will last.

James

I notice the Parker broad refills are back in production. Demand, or
just marketing whim? Originally they did broad, medium, fine and extra
fine - I tried them all in school.

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Alan