The Pelikano is an inexpensive “school” pen. It is a smooth, wet writer and a perfect “first” fountain pen. Pelikanos do not have the screw in nib of the “M” series pens and only come with three nibs; F, M, and a special nib for left handed writers.

The M200 is available in black, marbled blue, and marbled green barrels with black caps and gold plated trim. A special black Italic M200 is available with a medium italic nib, but is not covered under this review. The M200 has screw in nibs that are easily replaced without tools.

The M800 is available in the familiar green striated barrel with a black cap. It also comes in blue or red striated barrels, or a solid black barrel. All come with black caps and have gold plated trim. The nibs screw in and are easily changed without tools. My M800 has a responsive OM nib that lays down a smooth, wet line with shading. Even with the generous ink flow, the piston filler holds plenty of ink. The M800 is slightly smaller than the M1000, but still oversized. Like the M1000, the M800 is light and well balanced, whether used posted or unposted. For some people, the M1000 is too big for their hands. If the M1000 is to bulky or uncomfortable for you, try the M800.

The familiar black cap and green striated barrel of Pelikan is conservative and refined. The M1000 also comes with a black cap and barrel. It is a classic writing instrument meant for writing, not just a flashy piece of jewelry. My M1000 has the OBB nib and is a joy to use. The oversized nib lays down a wet line with wonderful shading due to the oblique nib. The OBB nib is too big for everyday writing, but the Pelikan screw-in nib is easily changed without tools. I could purchase another nib for normal writing and save the OBB for bold signatures. The nib is responsive, though not a true flex, and the piston filler holds plenty of ink. I have large hands with long fingers, so I prefer oversized pens. The pen is light for its size, and well balanced, even when posted. The pen is perfect for unposted writing, which I prefer. A smooth writer, the M1000 is one of my favorites.