I don't recommend the Pilot Metropolitan anymore. Here's why...

I used to recommend the Pilot Metropolitan to pretty much everyone who wanted to try fountain pens. It was affordable, an amazing writer, and just a classy looking pen. It has long been considered one of the best entry level fountain pens for beginners that there is. But I'm not recommending the Pilot Metropolitan anymore. And in this video, I'm going to tell you why, and I'm going to tell you why I think the Pilot Kakuno is a great alternative. CHAPTERS 0:23 Durability Concerns 1:23 Pricing Concerns 2:12 The Metropolitan's Competition 2:24 The Pilot Kakuno LINKS Pilot Kakuno (paid Amazon affiliate link*): https://amzn.to/4aHBmxG There are lots of color options at various price points, so be sure to browse! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downthebreatherhole/ Etsy: https://downthebreatherhole.etsy.com Website: https://www.brianwallacebaker.com/ Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NGWDHLWGSNLP4&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thanks+for+supporting+Down+the+Breather+Hole%21&currency_code=USD MY FAVORITE WRITING GEAR (paid affiliate links*) Brad's leather notebook covers: https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodsyLeather Favorite fountain pen: Lamy Safari -https://amzn.to/42jMlc6 Favorite fountain pen ink: Pilot Iroshizuku Syo-ro - https://amzn.to/42sjjaG Favorite ballpoint: Andhand Method - https://www.andhand.co.uk/products/method-pen-black?ref=downthebreatherhole (use discount code "downthebreatherhole") Favorite pen case: Kaco 20-pen case - https://amzn.to/3Ef4Gz9 Favorite EDC Bag: Lochby Venture Pouch - https://www.lochby.com/yhrfy5 Favorite paper: Rhodia ivory 90GSM paper - https://amzn.to/3GxTm1V Favorite paper 2: Midori - https://amzn.to/4h2feAy Magnetic bookmarks: https://amzn.to/3Z3ZN2H *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I also have affiliate accounts with several brands. Using my affiliate links doesn't cost you any extra, but it means I get a small commission if you make a purchase using these links. Thanks for your support!