[TexasRepublic]

That isn't normal. The capillary action is not working. Is the pen clogged? Try another pen or clean the pen and try a different ink. My $5.00 Parker Vectra filled with Schaeffer Script ink is still working fine after 10 years use.

[Quilla]

... clean the pen ....

That worked! Thank you kindly.

Smacking head.