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- #5 in Technical Pens
Sought after by both artists and designers who aim to bring the life and immediacy that makes hand-drawn work so remarkable, 3165 Series Rapidograph® Technical Drawing pens have been a favorite for generations. Superior-grade fountain-pen design delivers precise, uninterrupted line work that suits a number of specialized applications: from drafting architectural and engineering plans to inking comic books. Each pen features a 72D Series stainless steel nib. Color-coded cap indicates nib size. Easy-to-fill ink reservoir (pen and ink are sold separately—order both).
EC
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
Good pen, but make sure you read instructions on how to get the ink to flow. I used these way back in the 1980's and back then, I shook the pen to get the ink to flow, which worked fine. However, I don't know if something has changed, but now you need to put the pen under your table and tap the top of the pen (NOT the tip!!) on the underside of the table to get the ink to flow. I found out the hard way, do not shake the pen! This causes the ink to leak, and I had ink spray all over a nearly completed drawing, and what a frustrating mess. Don't tap the TIP for any reason whatsoever, or you'll ruin the tip. What I like about these pens is that I can refill the cartridge and I don't have to keep buying new cartridges (as I do with my Rotring Rapidograph pen). But be very careful not to drop these pens, even a short distance, or you'll ruin the tip. This problem might not apply to the wider tips, which are likely more durable. I use a 6x0 size (the finest size) exclusively, and it's super delicate. One last important thing: Make SURE you put the cap on securely when you are not using the pen, otherwise the ink will dry inside the tip and you'll have a heck of a time cleaning that out. This factor is mentioned in the instructions also, so pay attention! Lol.
MATT MASTERSON
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Lyla Vanpoele
Reviewed in Canada on February 15, 2022
It started to work Lasted about five sketches and died. Thought I did something wrong so I bought another EXPENSIVE pen and I won’t even start to flow! DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY
Daniel
Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2022
Maison
The Rolling Rook
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2021
I LOVE this pen, but I absolutely HATE it too! I’m now on my 3rd purchase of this pen this year. It’s the perfect size nib for my drawing style, but it clogs easily and is a &#%^@ to clean! You can NEVER remove the filament from inside the nib at such a small size. It’s just a very, very thin wire that is too flexible to reinsert into the nib, so once you remove it, you’ll just have to buy a new pen (nibs tend to be more expensive than a whole pen). I also feel that it scratches the paper I draw on like a needle tip, so I tend to mainly use it for stippling. If you’re into larger nibs, these pens are fantastic, but the smallest one is a nightmare. (I’ve purchased a different brand pen with the same size nib, along with this one, and if it works better, I’m giving up on this brand.)
Louis Laprise
Reviewed in Canada on February 9, 2021
j'ai commandé 2 rapidograph, 1 fonctionne très bien et l'autre etait défectueux, on m'a remboursé rapidement sansproblème. exellent service aux clients
elizabeth
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2020
I am rather addicted to these technical pens...as I got tired of the continual buying episodes of the extreme fine line markers...........I use these pens for detailed drawing and artwork.......this nib size..... .13 .....is their smallest size....and I mean almost a hairline thickness.......very very fine.....now.......if you are not accustomed to the pressure and .....almost skill........needed to use this FINE FINE FINE nib....i might suggest going for a bigger....wider nib.....as.....with this size you really cannot add ANY pressure to your surface or else the whole nib will break down and SNAP OFF...also...you can ONLY ONLY you the ink specifically designed for these pens....i didn't have any on hand....so i threw in some other brand ink....and POW....this very very fine nibbled pen was useless.....so...I had to purchase it again......it has to do with the ink viscosity.......the wrong flowing ink just cannot flow thru the mechanism of the nib.....so...buy INK if you dont have the right kind on hand when you decide on this pen........if you enjoy extremely fine lines.....you need this.....but....remember.....you will have to gently care for this and protect it......in other words......its NOT meant for a child.....or anyone who is rough......its not a crayola crayon that can take abuse....if you understand the fragility of the nib....and care for it accordingly.....you will fall in love with its extreme fine line precision and ink flow....so....GO FOR IT......oh.....and remember about buying the ink.......unless you want to buy the pen....TWICE....... like I had to....!!!!!!!
Kristina Starling
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2020
Thoroughly dissapointed with this particular size pen. The issue began from the first usage. It took a while for the ink to reach the nib and even then ink flow was off an on. I cleaned the pen, even purchased the 25 dollar syringe and now no ink flow at all.. I can't tell whether the issue is the nib itself or if something is broken and I'm not realizing it as there is literally no online literature, diagrams, or support of any kind for these pens. On top of that I was just thinking of replacing the nib but it costs as much as the pen itself. There is no reason I should spend close to 100 dollars trying to get ONE plastic body technical pen to work. Dissapointed.
JerryR
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2019
I have about an even mix of these Koh-I-Noor Rapidographs and Rotring Isographs. I really enjoy both brands.I think the smoothness varies from nib to nib more than between brands. I have some smooth and some a little scratchy pens in both brands.I have a half dozen of each brand and the build quality and reliability seem comparable. For whatever reason the Koh-I-Noor .25 and the Rotring .35 are the two I use the most.
Sarah
Reviewed in Canada on September 11, 2018
As expected, new in package, works perfectly.
mary g. hobbs
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2017
I have used this product for over 30 years! It is extremely needed for my work! The quality has diminished! Is there a different producer of it now? Just like the Prismacolor pencils that are now made in Mexico. They break alot ...before they didn't. These pens are hard to get started and they are scratchy, if not held correctly. That's why I buy 4 at a time so I can get one or two to work.MGHobbs
Nicolas Bastien
Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2015
Great pen
Dyana
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2013
I have ordered this pen several times now, all from art centers, and it was back and forth, back and forth getting new pens because the original's did not work. This pen is so delicate, the wire inside the nib, (He's right do not remove it) can come or be bent even before your first use. But my gosh, this pen is so worth it if you do delicate work and have a delicate hand (touch) with it...it is SO worth it if it is not damaged. Well, from Amazon I finally recieved a pen that works and I'm workin' it like crazy, I'm in heaven doing the delicate work I do, I need this pen. Just filled the ink well and I was good to go right away... A comparable marker pen for me is the Sakura Micron .005 should the tip go damaged. I wish I ordered it from Amazon in the first place, it's the way to go for me. Thank you so much Amazon....you rock!!! Your first choice is the cheapest and the best!! Love, love, love!!! Dyana.
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