Survey and progress
7 months ago
– Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 03:40:26 PM
Dear Backers,
We hope you are doing well.
We are excited to let you know that we just sent out the survey. You will receive an email from Backerkit with a personal link to your survey. Within the survey you will be able to select your desired nib sizes and purchase additional pens and add-ons.
We have received multiple requests for additional silicone seals, so we are including two additional ones with each pen at no extra cost. We also have a pack of 10 silicone seals if you want to have many for the future. As a reminder, the seals are designed to last a very long time, but some wear and tear is normal after years of daily use.
We would appreciate if all backers can complete the survey this week. It is very important because we need to know the exact numbers for each item.
We are also excited to let you know that manufacturing is going according to the schedule. We will complete all parts during the first week of June. We are planning to assemble and do quality control in June and start shipping in early July.
Thank you!
Optional Clip, Nib Sizes, Survey
8 months ago
– Thu, Mar 28, 2024 at 01:58:09 PM
Dear Backers,
We hope you are doing well.
OPTIONAL CLIP
During the last month, we have been designing and prototyping the optional clip. We are really excited as the end result is cohesive with the overall design. The clip assembly consists of 4 parts (connector, clip, end-cap, and o-ring) and can easily be installed by swapping the normal end-cap with the clip assembly. As mentioned, the clip is optional. All pens will come with the standard end-cap. We cannot offer the clip assembly as a standard feature of the pen. Anyone that is interested in the clip assembly will be able to purchase it ($20) during the survey. In that case, you will receive a full pen and the clip assembly.
NIB SIZES
As mentioned during the campaign, you will be able to select your desired nib size during the survey. If you ordered several pens, you can select the nib size for each pen. In addition, we will offer the opportunity to purchase additional nib assemblies separately. The nib assembly consists of the titanium housing, feed, and nib. Nibs follow the Japanese line thicknesses system, which are thinner than Western nibs. We will offer Extra Fine (0.3 mm), Fine (0.4 mm), and Medium (0.5 mm). No other nib sizes are made on this particular nib. If you are used to Western fine nibs, we strongly recommend to order the Medium (0.5 mm) nib. The Extra Fine nib is really very fine and could be used for accounting or detailed sketching. The price of each additional nib assembly is $30.
SURVEY
During the next couple of weeks we will work on setting up the survey. As soon as it is completed, all backers will receive an email from Backerkit. Within the survey you will be able to select your nib for your pen(s) and purchase any additional pens, optional clips, and additional nibs.
PROGRESS
We are currently manufacturing the pens and packaging. We expect to start shipping the pens in June/July as outlined in the Kickstarter campaign.
We are really excited about the pen and are grateful for your support. Below are some photos of the optional clip and the different nib sizes.
Thank you!
OPTIONAL CLIP
NIB SIZES
Next Steps
9 months ago
– Thu, Feb 22, 2024 at 04:08:30 PM
Dear Backers,
We are very grateful for your support. In one way or another, we have been thinking about a retractable nib fountain pen since 2017. We are very excited about this pen and are working hard to have it in your hands in June.
We would like to let you know a few things planned for the following weeks.
- Kickstarter will take 2 weeks to process payments. So far, about 150 backers need to update their credit card details for their pledge to be processed. Kickstarter will continuously send email reminders to those backers for 1 week. After 1 week, these pledges/backers will unfortunately, be dropped.
- Many backers are interested in a clip for the pen. We have been working on an idea, which we are currently prototyping. This will be an optional clip that you will be able to purchase as an add-on during the survey.
- As soon as the clip design has been finalized (about 1 month), we will send a survey, where all backers will be able to select their desired nib size (fine or medium), order additional nib units, and also order the optional clip.
- Silicone seals last for a very long time, but all pens will include 2 spare ones. During the survey you will also be able to purchase a 10-pack.
Thank you very much for your amazing support!
ēnsso team
