Mike,
I think a sticky thread on how to search would be an excellent idea. However getting the moderators and administrators on this board to do that might be the deal breaker. I really don't think they like us here.
Quill, never did use one of those. However I have used the old Esterbrook dip pens and glass dip pens. I didn't really keep up with them as carrying a bottle of ink in my pocket was kind of messy.
There is still a typewriter repair shop here in Springfield. I really would like to get my three to the shop for servicing before they disappear too.
Joe