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Get yourself a Platinum Preppy, with a Fine nib. You can get them on Amazon (or, preferrably, a more ethical site like Goulet Pens) for under $10. It's not a mortgage payment, but it writes really well, and the Fine nib is good for many people's handwriting. I would also suggest you start with ink cartridges rather than bottled ink. The cartridges are more expensive for less choice in terms of colour, but bottled ink is a whole world on its own. You do not want to dive into that unless you feel ready.
Also, there is now a fountain pen community on Lemmy. I am not sure what the URL is, but it should pop up in a search. You can make a post there to get some more input from people who probably know better than me.
Thanks for the suggestion! I will check it out and look for that community.
No worries. And sorry for the wall of text in my previous comment. I get excited sometimes.
I get the same way so no worries there! I think I found one but gonna refine my searches to see if there are any others out there.
Edit: Looks like the only one I can find is !fountainpens[email protected]
That's the one. I'll see you over there. Good luck; I hope you find some good advice.
Just ordered the Platinum Preppy with two extra ink cartridges for $16 shipped. I'm excited to try it out when it arrived!
I am so happy for you. Welcome to the club. I really hope you enjoy it.