{"product_id":"twsbi-diamond-580alr-nickel-grey-fountain-pen-clear-body-with-nickel-grey-trims","title":"TWSBI Diamond 580ALR Nickel Grey Fountain Pen - Clear body with Nickel Grey trims","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"u62uoh\"\u003eAn industrial feel to keep your writing grounded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"312\" data-start=\"65\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe TWSBI Diamond 580ALR Nickel Grey Fountain Pen is beauty through restraint. Built on the reliable 580 platform and trimmed in cool nickel grey, it shifts depending on your ink choice, moving between quiet neutrality and sharper contrast. The ribbed grip adds a technical edge that turns the writing experience into something more deliberate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"399\" data-start=\"378\" data-section-id=\"evyp1w\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"401\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"401\" data-section-id=\"1eyvobz\"\u003eNickel grey aluminium trim gives a clean, industrial aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"544\" data-start=\"474\" data-section-id=\"r1bk3f\"\u003eTransparent demonstrator body shows ink flow and level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"623\" data-start=\"545\" data-section-id=\"7thdyf\"\u003eRibbed grip section provides tactile control during long writing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"694\" data-section-id=\"1aj8rl2\"\u003eFaceted barrel design prevents rolling and reinforces structural feel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"888\" data-start=\"828\" data-section-id=\"tct9sf\"\u003eEasy nib changes, cleaning and disassembly\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"1039\" data-section-id=\"1d60ds6\"\u003eFeel in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003eThis finish sits right between the bright, colourful releases, and the starkness of the matte black. It feels neutral, composed and architectural. Like the brushed metal tools of precision instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1653\" data-section-id=\"15dqgbd\"\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1947\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1670\" data-section-id=\"ca3sdd\"\u003eWriters who prefer neutrality and control in their tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1780\" data-start=\"1729\" data-section-id=\"1hcp9ec\"\u003eDesigners, engineers, and technical professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1826\" data-start=\"1781\" data-section-id=\"2axe86\"\u003eJournalers who value consistency over expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1892\" data-start=\"1827\" data-section-id=\"1ymgmo5\"\u003eFountain pen users upgrading into higher performance daily pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1947\" data-start=\"1893\" data-section-id=\"3w20ze\"\u003ePeople building a practice of clear thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1968\" data-start=\"1949\" data-section-id=\"1guh830\"\u003eNot for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2167\" data-start=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2025\" data-start=\"1970\" data-section-id=\"tvb1s8\"\u003eUsers seeking bold, decorative, or colourful finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2061\" data-start=\"2026\" data-section-id=\"1ja759q\"\u003eThose who prefer ultra light or compact pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2119\" data-start=\"2062\" data-section-id=\"1gdgme2\"\u003eWriters who dislike demonstrator maintenance or ink visibility\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003ePractical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwsbi pens are designed for easy maintenance. If you spill ink in the pen cap, use an elastic band wrapped along the length of a pencil to remove the inner cap for cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2301\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this beginner-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2327\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYes. You control the fill at a steady pace, and you’ll typically write for a couple of weeks before refilling. Instructions are included in the box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much ink does it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2421\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003eThe chamber can hold up to 1.9mL, which is 2-3 times a cartridge or converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to Twsbi Eco?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Diamond 580 is the more refined everyday writer, with a screw-in nib unit and improved grip. Eco is simpler and more entry focused.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between 580, 580AL and 580ALR?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e580 is the base model. AL adds aluminium components. ALR adds a ribbed grip section for added control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you change nibs?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYes. The nib unit is replaceable and can be swapped even when the pen is inked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2560\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with ink?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNo. It is designed for bottled ink use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2560\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot with normal use. Avoid over-tightening the cap and unnecessary full disassembly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2560\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFlush water through the piston until clear. Full disassembly is only needed occasionally for maintenance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sk0wjv\" data-end=\"4036\" data-start=\"4010\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTWSBI Diamond 580ALR Nickel Grey Fountain Pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sk0wjv\" data-end=\"4036\" data-start=\"4010\"\u003eWrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18wma3b\" data-end=\"4054\" data-start=\"4037\"\u003eSilicone grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y9x8gb\" data-end=\"4073\" data-start=\"4055\"\u003ePresentation box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y9x8gb\" data-end=\"4073\" data-start=\"4055\"\u003eInstruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e4hp0s\" data-end=\"4106\" data-start=\"4074\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/blogs\/blogs\/smooth-writing-with-fountain-pens?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=a2392eaaf\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eFree nib tuning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom LarryPOST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2195\" data-start=\"2169\" data-section-id=\"1wnsx30\"\u003eInk pairing suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2320\" data-start=\"2270\" data-section-id=\"128dffu\"\u003eBlue-black inks for a professional tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2369\" data-start=\"2321\" data-section-id=\"e3ozk3\"\u003eSlate grey and graphite inks for harmony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2406\" data-start=\"2370\" data-section-id=\"9t12in\"\u003eDeep teal inks for contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2872\" data-start=\"2861\" data-section-id=\"yfki9c\"\u003eBuild your practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-twsbi?filter.p.product_type=Fountain+Pen+Ink+Well\"\u003eTwsbi Diamond Ink Well\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor mess free filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-handle=\"twsbi-diamond-580-580alr-replacement-nib-onyx\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/products\/twsbi-diamond-580-replacement-nib-unit?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=f6b26569d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eReplacement Diamond 580 nibs\u003c\/a\u003e, for exploring line width \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-de-atramentis?filter.p.product_type=Waterproof+Bottled+Ink\"\u003eDe Atramentis Document ink\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor permanence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-handle=\"twsbi-pipe-needle-attachment-for-refilling-fountain-pens\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/products\/twsbi-pipe-needle-attachment-for-refilling-fountain-pens?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4c8088925\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-bss-pl=\"active\"\u003eTwsbi Pipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an attachment to fill from an almost empty ink bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2794\" data-start=\"2783\" data-section-id=\"yfki9c\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTWSBI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand series:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDiamond 580AL\/ALR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaunch:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJuly 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3057\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNib:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNib sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEF, F, M, B, 1.1 stub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilling system:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePiston filler (1.9mL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTransparent polycarbonate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nickel grey plated s\u003c\/span\u003etainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTwist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapprox. 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiametre:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapprox. 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapprox. 142mm (capped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: approx. 29g (capped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComparable size:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePilot Custom 74, Lamy Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"4871\" data-start=\"4670\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA tool that suits work where clarity matters more than 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