![]() The Futayaku is filled with waterproof ink and the blacks are very solid (there is a bit of reflection spoiling the effect in the photo above). With two brush tips, this pen makes it fun to experiment, and convenient to work up an illustration. Illustrators tend to like brush pens because you can get a huge variety of line weights from a single brush tip. It’s a convenience that makes this sub-$5 pen worth the cost. I just pulled the cap off the other end and filled them in. I enjoyed using this pen because I didn’t have to reach into my pen bag for a larger brush to fill in sizable dark areas. The Pilot Futayaku I reviewed here (“futayaku” actually just means “double-sided”) has a little callout on the label that says, “for addressing letters.” In case you’re wondering why you’d want a double-sided brush pen to address a letter, take a look at the envelope on this page-scroll down to see the letter with the diamond red dog stamp on it: Ĭan you see how there are larger characters (the “to:” line) and smaller characters? That’s why you’d want a double-sided brush pen to address a letter. I purchased my first disposable brush pen in Japan in 1998, and I quickly learned that they are a terrific artist’s tool. I have used brush pens for about 15 years. I knew they were sending a brush pen, but I had no idea that double-sides brush pens even existed! ![]() JetPens graciously sent me a this Pilot Futayaku Double-Sided Brush Pen for review. If you are more experienced with brush pens, this is a great alternative to carrying two disposable brush pens or markers with you. At this price, it’s basically a no-brainer. Summary: If you haven’t used a brush pen before and want to try it out, the double-sided convenience is great. Pilot Futayaku Double-Sided Brush Pen ReviewĪbove: A double-sided brush pen makes combinations of detailed areas and large dark areas a bit more convenient
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