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Have you ever noticed that your handwriting looks better with some nibs than with others? I know that I have. Over the years, I’ve realized that my writing style is best suited to a larger nib. Of course, you may be the opposite and prefer a finer nib. What I want to look at today is how different nib sizes …
If you’re just getting started in the world of fountain pens, choosing which nib is best for you can be completely overwhelming. There are different nib materials, nib sizes, grinds and manufacturers to sort through. Even I get overwhelmed just thinking about it. Still, I’m here for you. In this article I want to go over some of the more …
Esterbrook fountain pens are beloved by many for different reasons, but one of their most unique features is the interchangeable nib system, or Renew Points. There are a variety of different nibs available to match almost any writing style. Unfortunately, figuring out which is which can be a bit of a challenge. Fear not, dear reader. I have a bunch …
If you ever start using or collecting vintage fountain pens, chances are you’ll end up with a gold nib that is no longer shiny. While it may still work just fine, wouldn’t it be nice if it looked good, too? I’ve got a very simple trick that you can use to shine up almost any gold nib that has seen …
