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Pilot G2 Gel vs Pilot Metropolitan Fountain

Pilot G2 Gel ($4) vs Pilot Metropolitan Fountain ($20) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right pen.

Pilot G2 Gel
Pilot
G2 Gel
$4
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Pilot Metropolitan Fountain
Pilot
Metropolitan Fountain
$20
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Spec-by-spec
SpecPilot G2 GelPilot Metropolitan Fountain
Price$4$20
Weight15g25g
Tip0.5mm—
RefillableYes—
InkGel—
Colors10+—
Nib—Steel F or M
Body—Brass
Filling—Converter/cartridge
Weight—25g
Pros & Cons

Pilot G2 Gel

  • Universally loved
  • Refillable
  • Several tip sizes
  • Plastic body
  • Ink dries if left uncapped

Pilot Metropolitan Fountain

  • Under $25
  • Brass body
  • Reliable nib
  • Nib basic
  • Single converter only
Pilot G2 Gel is the better value at $4. Both are part of our curated pen index — tap through to check current pricing.
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