Fountain Pen Nib Guide
No matter if you're a fountain pen pro or just starting out, this guide offers all the essential details on each nib, helping you choose the perfect one to match your unique writing style and preferences. Tom's Studio offers a wide selection of high-quality nibs, designed for various writing techniques. Here’s a quick overview of the nibs available in the Studio…
Medium
A reliable and consistent choice, perfect for everyday writing. Whether you're journaling, taking notes, or writing your next big idea, it’s the go-to nib for smooth and dependable performance. This little beauty is perfect for anyone who writes regularly and appreciates a smooth, yet not too broad, stroke. Beginners – this is the one for you!
Also available in Stainless Steel.
Fine
A springy and smooth nib perfect for delicate, thin strokes. It offers a smidge of flex for a bit of creativity, making it ideal for precise writing or detailed work. The narrower tip delivers a finer line, ideal for small handwriting, sketching, or adding intricate details. It’s efficient with ink, offers great control, and works best on smooth paper, giving you a refined, elegant writing experience.
Also available in Stainless Steel.
Cursive Italic
This specialised italic nib features a smooth, slightly flattened tip for distinct line variation. It creates broad downstrokes (1mm) and fine horizontal strokes (0.2mm), ideal for flowing cursive writing. The "BB" stands for "double broad," indicating its extra-wide line style.
Architect
This is the opposite of the Italic nib, with a broad cross stroke and a thin down stroke. It's a BB (double broad), offering line variation and strokes around 1.2mm at it's thickest (horizontal) and 0.3mm on the downstroke. Flip it upside down for ultra-fine hairline strokes.
Extra Fine Semi Flex
An extra fine, flex fountain pen nib which offers a smooth writing experience with minimal upkeep. This nib strikes the perfect balance between our Pro Flex and classic fountain pen nibs. It flexes from 0.5mm to 1.5mm with gentle pressure, providing expressive line variation.
Also available in Stainless Steel.
Titanium Flex
This titanium nib offers a softer, flexible feel compared to stainless steel, making it perfect for calligraphy practice on the go or without prep. Durable and low-maintenance, it’s built to last for decades.
Japanese Brush Tip
Perfect for brush lettering and illustration! It’s 4.5mm at its thickest and hairline at its thinnest giving loads of depth and expression to your artistic stroke.
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