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Oscar 39
A model in Scrikss's fountain pen lineup. Specs below reflect the typical configuration across Scrikss's core range.
A natural second or third pen for someone who's confirmed they enjoy the hobby and wants a nicer nib — not usually the first pen someone buys, but a common upgrade target.
Specs
About Scrikss
Founded in Istanbul in 1963, Scrikss is Turkey's best-known writing instrument maker — its name comes from the Catalan word "escriure," meaning "to write." The brand's first fully Turkish-made fountain pen shipped in 1966, and today Scrikss exports to more than 70 countries.
How to fill the Scrikss Oscar 39
Unscrew the piston knob at the back of the pen, submerge the nib fully in a bottle of ink, and slowly turn the knob counter-clockwise then clockwise to draw ink in. Piston fillers hold significantly more ink than a standard cartridge — often enough for several weeks of regular writing — at the cost of being limited to bottled ink only.
Choosing a nib size
Nib size determines line width, not writing pressure — fountain pens are meant to glide, never press. Extra-fine (EF) suits small, dense handwriting and thin paper; fine (F) is the most broadly recommended default; medium (M) shows more ink character and shading; broad (B) and stub grinds favor bold, expressive strokes and calligraphy-adjacent writing. The Oscar 39's gold nib will also flex slightly with pressure, giving line variation that a steel nib of the same size won't produce.
Keeping it clean
Because Scrikss Oscar 39 holds a larger ink reserve, a full flush every 4–6 weeks (or whenever you switch colors) keeps the feed running cleanly. Inktend's cleaning reminder is tuned to a 21-day baseline and adjusts naturally to how often you actually refill.
Pairing inks with the Oscar 39
High-capacity fillers like this one are the natural home for sheening and shading inks; you'll actually see the color develop across a full page instead of running out mid-paragraph.
Frequently asked questions
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Specs reflect the typical configuration across Scrikss's core lineup rather than this exact model — check current listings before buying.