{"product_id":"twsbi-vac-mini-fountain-pen-clear","title":"TWSBI Vac Mini Fountain Pen - Clear","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"126\" data-start=\"41\"\u003eThe vac experience, without it being big\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"395\" data-start=\"128\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe TWSBI Vac Mini takes the full vacuum filling system from the Vac 700R and shrinks it into something far easier to carry every day. The fully transparent body keeps the demonstrator experience intact, letting you watch the ink level, filling mechanism, and even the ink sloshing around inside the barrel. Despite the smaller size, it still includes a shut-off valve for travel and a threaded posting system that turns it into a comfortable full length writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"420\" data-start=\"397\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eVacuum filling system with surprisingly large ink capacity for the size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eFully transparent body lets you see the ink level and mechanism clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eCompact when capped, but posts into a comfortable full length pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eReliable stainless steel nib shared with the proven TWSBI Eco platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eUser serviceable with included wrench \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eFeel in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1345\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Vac Mini feels compact without feeling tiny. Posted, it becomes a genuinely comfortable writer, while the clear demonstrator body makes the ink part of the experience. You start paying more attention to what colours you fill it with because you’re seeing the whole system at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1364\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1589\" data-start=\"1366\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003eWriters wanting a portable vacuum filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3194\"\u003eDemonstrator fans who enjoy seeing the ink and mechanism at work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eEveryday carry fountain pen users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003eTWSBI users wanting more ink capacity without moving to a larger pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003ePeople who like compact pens that still feel substantial once posted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003eNot for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003ePeople who dislike posting smaller pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3543\"\u003eWriters wanting the lightest possible pocket pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3587\"\u003eCartridge users who want zero maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3641\"\u003eAnyone wanting the simplest possible filling system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003ePractical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2407\" data-start=\"2131\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2224\" data-start=\"2131\"\u003ePull the rod out slowly and push in quickly to fill the pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2224\" data-start=\"2131\"\u003eDuring long writing sessions, open the rear blind cap slightly to allow ink to move past the shut-off valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2409\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2568\" data-start=\"2442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2442\"\u003eIs it much smaller than the Vac 700R?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2486\" data-start=\"2483\"\u003eYes, it’s noticeably shorter and more portable, but still substantial once posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2684\" data-start=\"2570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2570\"\u003eDoes it hold less ink than the Vac 700R?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2617\" data-start=\"2614\"\u003eYes, but still more than most cartridge or converter fountain pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2787\" data-start=\"2686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2714\" data-start=\"2686\"\u003eCan you use it unposted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2714\"\u003eYes, though many users prefer it posted for better balance and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2688\" data-start=\"2587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2615\" data-start=\"2587\"\u003eIs it difficult to fill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2618\" data-start=\"2615\"\u003eNo, but it takes a little practice at first. We recommend doing the first fill with a cup of water, to both flush the pen and get a feel for the mechanism movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2771\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003eIs it difficult to clean?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNot really. Use the mechanism to expel any remaining ink, then do a few cycles of water into the pen to rinse out the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2771\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003eCan the nib be swapped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2720\" data-start=\"2717\"\u003eYes, compatible nib units are available separately. They screw on and are easy to exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2830\" data-start=\"2773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2773\"\u003eDoes it come with ink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2802\" data-start=\"2799\"\u003eNo, bottled fountain pen ink is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2830\" data-start=\"2773\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with document or shimmer ink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but cleaning the barrel is not as easy compared to cartridge\/converter and piston filler pens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2830\" data-start=\"2773\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did my pen stop writing?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor long writing sessions, you need to unscrew the end cap a few rotations to enable ink to flow. If the ink starts skipping, check you have undone the end cap enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2852\" data-start=\"2832\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2961\" data-start=\"2854\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2854\"\u003eTWSBI Vac Mini Clear Fountain Pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2913\" data-start=\"2892\"\u003ePresentation case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2961\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003eWrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2961\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003eSilicone grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2961\" data-start=\"2914\"\u003eInstruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2748\"\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 tuning option\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom LarryPOST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003eInk pairing suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2005\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4217\"\u003eBright inks really show off inside the clear barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4284\"\u003eDeep blues and black inks give it a cleaner, more technical look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4285\" data-end=\"4359\"\u003eThe transparent body makes ink choice part of the personality of the pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2963\"\u003eBuild your practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3137\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\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 Vac20A Ink Well\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emakes filling cleaner and less awkward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-handle=\"twsbi-vac-mini-replacement-nib-ef\"\u003e\n\u003ca data-bss-pl=\"active\" href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-twsbi\/products\/twsbi-vac-mini-replacement-nib-ef?_pos=10\u0026amp;_fid=9f180ed76\u0026amp;_ss=c\"\u003eSpare Vac Mini nibs\u003c\/a\u003e are available to explore line width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-handle=\"twsbi-vac-mini-replacement-nib-ef\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/products\/monteverde-fountain-pen-flush-236ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=monteverde+pen+flush\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003ePen flush\u003c\/a\u003e helps you rotate heavily saturated inks regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-handle=\"twsbi-vac-mini-replacement-nib-ef\"\u003ePairs nicely with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-travelers?filter.p.product_type=Refillable+Notebook\"\u003eTraveler's Co refillable notebook system\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3149\" data-start=\"3139\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3320\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTWSBI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand series:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVac Mini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaunch:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNib:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNib sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEF, F, M, B, 1.1mm stub\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilling system:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVac filler (2mL)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent polycarbonate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwist\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip: \u003c\/strong\u003eapprox. 9.5mm\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiametre:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapprox. 13.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapprox. 123mm (capped)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 145mm (posted)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: approx. 26g (capped)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3184\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComparable size:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePilot Prera, Pilot Kakuno, Pelikan M200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"26ddd32b-b4f6-4a3d-9f77-4ebd87bc2559\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5358\" data-end=\"5431\"\u003eA smaller demonstrator that still scratches the vac filler itch properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TWSBI","offers":[{"title":"Extra Fine","offer_id":42394863829074,"sku":"WTWSBI-M7444380-4711467444387","price":129.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine","offer_id":42394863861842,"sku":"WTWSBI-M7444390-4711467444394","price":129.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":42394863894610,"sku":"WTWSBI-M7444400-4711467444400","price":129.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad","offer_id":42394863927378,"sku":"WTWSBI-M7444410-4711467444417","price":129.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.1mm 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