For anyone who loves the convenience of a retractable nib but wants an alternative to Pilot’s original Vanishing Point, the Fermo model has a lot to offer. This design trades its sibling’s click mechanism for a smooth, silent twist action. No need to unscrew or post a cap—simply twist the end cap in one direction, and the nib is ready for use. Twist it in the other direction, and the writing point retracts behind a trap door inside the barrel to keep your ink from drying out. The Fermo Vanishing Point also has a slightly slimmer silhouette, and may be more comfortable to use for those with smaller hands.