on saleDelta DV Original Slim-Size Fountain Pen - Original

Product Code DE78165-EF

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on saleDelta DV Original Slim-Size Fountain Pen - Original

Product Code DE78165-EF

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$220.00

MSRP $275.00

Color:
Original
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The original is back! This slim-sized Delta DV Original Mid-Size fountain pen features the iconic color combination: solid black cap, orange marbled resin barrel. Complemented by sterling silver trim, it has a slim, comfortable design that fits perfectly in your hand. Equipped with a JoWo #6 steel nib, you'll be able to smoothly write with precision and ease.

The fountain pen is refillable using standard international ink cartridges or using the included converter with bottled ink.

DV is short for "dolce vita", translated from Italian as "sweet life". 

Condition
New
Brand
Delta
Type
Fountain Pens
Color
Black, Orange
Demonstrator

Whether or not the barrel of the pen is translucent, allowing you to see the ink and filling mechanism inside.

No
Body Material
Resin
Cap Rotations

For pens with a screw-cap closure, how many rotations it takes to uncap/recap the pen.

1
Cap Type

How the cap is opened/closed from the barrel of the pen. Some common options include Snap-Cap, Screw-Cap, Magnetic Cap, or Capless (no cap).

Screw-cap
Compatible inks & refills

Which ink this pen will accept. Choices include bottled ink and various styles of pre-filled ink cartridges.

Bottled ink, Standard international short ink cartridges, Standard international long ink cartridges
Filling Mechanism

How the pen fills with ink. Click here to watch our video tutorial on common filling mechanisms.

Cartridge, Converter
Grip Material
Resin
Nib Size
Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, 1.1mm Stub, Flex Fine
Nib Color
Silver
Nib Material
Steel
Postable

Whether or not the cap fits securely onto the back of the barrel when open.

Yes
Retractable

Whether or not the nib/tip can retract into the body of the pen (usually for click or twist-open style pens).

No
Diameter - Body
13.0mm (0.51in)
Diameter - Cap (without clip)
14.6mm (0.57in)
Diameter - Cap (with clip)
16.9mm (0.67in)
Diameter - Grip (mm)

Measured from the place most people choose to rest their fingers, which varies with each pen.

10.0mm
Length - Body

The measurement from the back end of the barrel to the tip of the nib.

120.2mm (4.73in)
Length - Cap
58.0mm (2.28in)
Length - Nib

The measured length of the visible portion of the nib when it is installed in the pen, from grip to tip.

19.3mm (0.76in)
Length - Overall (Closed)
132.6mm (5.22in)
Length - Overall (Posted)

When the cap of the pen is posted onto the back of the pen body, this is the measurement of the entire pen including the nib.

148.2mm (5.83in)
Weight - Body

If a converter is included with the pen, this weight is reflected in the total.

13g (0.46oz)
Weight - Cap
10g (0.35oz)
Weight - Overall (g)
23.0g
Max Ink Capacity - Cartridge

The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a cartridge.

0.92ml
Max Ink Capacity - Converter

The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a converter.

0.95ml

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Delta disappointment

I have admired this pen from afar for many years so it was with great expectation that I added it to my collection. The pen is beautiful but the build quality is not up to Delta’s reputation. The nib was not useable and had to be replaced. The threads on the metal section were not finished smooth and were cutting into the resin on the barrel. I was able to rectify this poor workmanship and very much enjoy using the pen now but really, I expected better of the brand for this price point. Other Delta models have had better quality at lower prices. Hope it was just one that slipped past the inspector.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use this pen with ink cartridges? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

A cartridge is small, disposable, sealed plastic reservoir that holds fountain pen ink. These come pre-filled with ink, and typically you just push to insert them into place and you'll be ready to write!

This pen uses standard international ink cartridges, a common size which is available in many colors from various brands.

You can learn more about how to actually install an ink cartridge on our blog, or in this video tutorial:

How do I use a converter? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

A converter goes in the place of where the ink cartridge would normally go. From there, you can fill your fountain pen from bottled ink.

A converter is a detachable and refillable ink reservoir that allows you to use bottled ink in a cartridge-accepting pen. Typically you will install the converter into the grip section, dip the nib/feed into the ink, and twist or pull the converter knob to draw ink into the converter.

We have a great video showing how to use a converter here:

How do I clean this fountain pen? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

It mostly comes down to flushing out the pen with water, and sometimes a little bit of pen flush if the ink is really stuck. 

We put together a blog post with step-by-step instructions, or you can watch the video here:

We recommend a good cleaning every 2 weeks, and any time you change ink colors. Water will usually do the trick, but we recommend you use our Goulet Pen Flush if the ink has been left in the pen for a while and could have dried up, or when you’re switching ink colors.

For even more information about fountain pen cleaning, check out our Fountain Pen 101 video blog post.

What's your return policy? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

We accept returns for up to 30 days from purchase. You can read all our Return Policies here.

To initiate a return, please submit a request at the Return Portal. Our Customer Care team might reach out to you for more information.