Baystate Blue is an unforgiving ink in my experience, but works flawlessly in the BROAD tip on this pen. Flows well and writes smoothly and consistently... surprising me for such a small nib on the vanishing point.
Kudos to the folks at Goulet pen for promptly answering my query about broad nibs in these pens. Smooth check out, and arrived on time.

Wonderful!

Not quite as nice as the 20th anniversary edition of the same pen; the anniversary pen is a bit thinner in diameter and so more comfortable for me to hold. Still, this version is a great travel pen. I’m going to give it to a friend as a gift.

I bought this pen in an airport shop almost 25 years ago, having been introduced to a fountain pen in elementary school. My first pen by Namika did not perform consistently but I bought this pilot one on the prompting from a colleague. I love this particular pen which I bought for check writing only. Everyone comments on it, from bankers to cash register attendants. I had planned to retire it when the pen suffered an accident and was lost. I promptly replaced it although I have other fountain pens in my collection. Now I have my eye on a limited edition fountain pen in the collection. And, by the way, I'm still carrying my oldest pen with black ink for everyday use. Obviously, this elegant pen is my standard!

Goulet as a company is a never-miss. They wrap everything with care; the pen itself is lovely. Thank you for such a nice experience

I love how easy it is to fill and how beautiful it writes.

Pilot Vanishing Point Review
The Pilot Vanishing Point is an exceptional fountain pen that delivers on both form and function. The retractable mechanism isn't just clever design - it makes the pen incredibly practical for daily use. Writing performance is outstanding, with the nib providing a smooth and consistent experience that makes you want to write more.
I purchased mine through Goulet Pens, and their service was impeccable. Perfect order fulfillment, fast shipping, and clear communication throughout. They're a retailer that clearly shares the same passion for fountain pens as their customers.
Pros:

Innovative click mechanism
Excellent writing performance
Professional aesthetics
Built to last
Outstanding customer service from Goulet Pens

Rating: 5/5

Haven't had a chance to test out the writing experience but the pen is beautiful, has a nice weight to it, and comes in a great little box with an ink cartridge and use/care instructions that I think makes for a great gift for someone who likes fountain pens.

Very fast delivery & pen was in perfect condition.

I have had this pen on my wish list for probably 2 years and finally decided to pull the trigger as a birthday/retirement gift to myself. It's the most gorgeous of all my collection, but unfortunately even after sitting idle for only a day or less it skips and skips and skips. Doesn't matter what ink I use either. For the steep price I certainly would expect much more. The nib (F) is also more scratchy than I like and this being my first gold nib, I can't see any better quality or writing experience than a $50 pen. This is the third pen I've purchased that has a price point of over $100 and I don't think I'll be spending that much ever again. Such a disappointment. Wish I could return it.

My fiance loved it! I ordered it with the medium nib and they said it is the smoothest writing pen they've ever had.

I got this pen for my Fianc� and they loved it! Some of their coworkers were so enthralled by it that they said they wanted to steal it jokingly haha

M nib was so good went out and got a F nib version. Great Pen.

It is a wonderful pen. It writes very smoothly. Pilot do know how to make pens!

I have collected fountain pens for years. Once I bought my first vanishing point, however, the search was over. This is such a fantastic pen. So smooth. So easy to use. So comfortable to hold. I do not like posting pen caps, as if find that motion a hindrance to taking lots of short notes throughout the day. The click of the VP is perfect, and the ink flows so readily. I bought three. Will buy more, to each hold a different color.

The pen works magnificently and is quite convenient. The finish was attractive and a better buy for the price than some of the more creative finish options but came off when scratched with minimal/unintentional force. It's a challenge to deep clean without a bulb syringe - but that's to be expected given the build of the pen. The overall quality of the purchase experience was elevated by the timely shipping and attention to packing by Goulet Pen Company.

I've pondered getting a Vanishing Point (VP) for a few years and now that I have one, I'm baffled as to why I waited so long. The design is elegant and functional and the pen's weight and construction makes it easy to relax while writing. And the nib! The nib! One thing I love about Pilot's nibs, on the Metropolitan and on the VP, is how they seem to take the quality of the paper out of the equation; they're unique in my experience for how well and cleanly they write on both crappy legal pads and more expensive, fountain-pen friendly papers like Clairefontaine and Tomoe River. And they're super smooth to boot. At the price, they're a great bargain, and stylish to boot.

Finally got a capless pen, as it is convenient for note taking during meetings while on business travel. For my handwriting, and to have readable technical notes, Namiki F works best. This is a finer line than Lamy EF, btw. This is my most practical pen right now!

A great pleasure in writing experience, gives a nostalgia about the entire experience

... The pocket clip becomes an integral part of the grip, obviously. For some people this may not be an issue. But since my writing style rotates the nib 10 to 15 degrees counter-clockwise, that clip falls under my thumb, which feels unnatural to me. It's too bad, because in every other sense I love the way this pen writes.

Perfect pen. So good that this is my second one in addition to my matte black version. Quality is terrific. One of the smoothest nibs ever. No hesitation in recommending a Vanishing Point.

This fountain pen has exceeded my expectations. It is a beautiful pen and is well balanced in your hand. I love that the point vanishes - perfect for taking it on the go. Smooth writing and a very nice feel.

I'm reviewing the Pilot Vanishing Point Blue Carbonesque in Fine. It's an exceptional writing instrument. While the pen arrived with tines that were just a little too close, as many Pilots do, the problem rectified itself after a few days of use and it has quickly become the smoothest, most reliable pen I own. It is neither too wet nor too dry, though it is dryer than the majority of my other pens. Far from being a detriment, however, drawing kanji in my A5 Rhodias is a breeze even with very small handwriting. The characters are dark and discernable without leaving so much ink behind that dense radicals bleed together when I'm writing quickly. In comparison, my Lamy 2000 has nothing on the Pilot VP to the point I almost regret buying the former. The 2000 sits in its case while I use the Vanishing Point for all of my work. It really is that good.As for aesthetics, the pen looks even better in person than it does in the photograph. Up close, the carbonesque finish provides it with a slight textured look and feel. The steel pocket clip sits in just the right spot so it doesn't interfere with my grip. Altogether, the style and ergonomics are top notch. It's not the minimalist look of the Lamy 2000, but I've fallen in love with it all the same.As for the converter, I haven't touched it due to numerous reported cases of leaks I've seen here and elsewhere. Instead, I use an empty Namiki cartridge (it comes with one in Blue) which I keep loaded with Diamine Writer's Blood using a syringe. I have noticed some small amounts of dry ink staining the shaft above the nib when I disassemble the pen, but so far no haven't experienced any leaks to be concerned about.

I bought this pen as a gift but was with them for the unboxing. The pen delights IMMEDIATELY when you see it. It's just gorgeous, the photos don't do the color blue justice, nor the texture. It feels so great in the hand and the click mechanism is excellent. I'll emphasize that last point, the click is just perfect, it's a smooth solid ka-thunk sound and feel. It doesn't make a lot of noise but it FEELS fantastic. I'll probably be getting one for myself soon. This item was not just a gift but the first fountain pen this person has ever used - a week later she reports that she absolutely loves it every day.

One of the best pens I wrote with. Can't put it down.

This is a great writer and a fantastic pen for someone that has been into fountain pens for a bit. Lovely design, great heft but not too heavy for my small hand. A joy! Definitively highly recommended. If you refill the cartridge with your favorite ink, this will become your favorite pen. The broad nib is juicy and and absolute dream. I have had this pen for a couple of weeks, I think, and it is worth every penny!

Love this pen since I first got it in hand. It's a bit heavier than I expected, but it sits very comfortably in my grip so that's not a problem at all the clip might be a problem for some users because of where it sits between your fingers, but I don't find that a problem at all. Though I will be syringe filling once I finish the included cartridge because the Con-40 converter feels like it's going to break and the capacity is so low.

While the pen was awesome and needs no introduction- this review is also a Shout Out to Team Goulet Pens. The order handling and shipping was lightning fast. Tracking was easy. But the most interesting experience was to receive a hand-written note. Felt very personalized.

This is great pen. I've had it for just about 1 year. Started with Medium nib and bought an EF. I love the retraction. Clip doesn't interfere with writing position. Smooth operating. I will say I had an issue with the clip falling off the pen without warning. I didn't really use the clip as a clip, so unsure why this became an issue. That's the only reason this pen gets a 4. The pen was still under warranty so Pilot replaced it without an issue. I hope that just happened to be a faulty pen. Otherwise, this is a favorite pen!