I generally prefer fine nibs, but there is a lot of variability in different companies. Do these tend more to the fine side or broader side of M?
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Broader side of M, I think, though it has been several years since I've been able to use the ones I own, because I left them in the car one hot day and their converter cartridges warped in the heat and became forever unusable. I haven't been able to find replacements. Some "universal" converters I bought and tried didn't work, and I've never found a source of Bulow pen supplies or a way to communicate with the company.
1138304
They are not super fine - as I like fine nibs myself - for me they weren't too broad though - this is a little subjective so I don't want to mislead you. I was very pleased with these pens. Very nice quality for such a great price no less a bunch of them. They have a very heavy feel as well - something I really like also.
1138305
Good morning. That's a good question; I did a little experimenting on my own for that very reason. I found that it depends in part on what kind of paper you're writing on. Obviously, cheaper paper with more "bleed-thru" will make the pen strokes look on the broader side. When I use these pens on slightly pricier parchment paper (that Strathmore stuff they sell at Hobby Lobby, to be specific...$7.99 for a package of 50 sheets) they work *great*, and the fine-nib pens are almost "too fine", if that makes any sense. When I realized all my Jinhao pens were equipped with M nibs I ordered a couple of fine-nib pens to experiment with for the same reason you're seeing, and found that for purely artistic reasons the M nibs were more to my liking I guess. Fine nibs are great for office use, but if you're writing letters, party invitations, writing in a journal (presumably a nice one with good paper), I'd stick with the Medium nibs. Sorry...to answer your actual question, I'd say these pens tend a bit more to the broad side of M. I hope this helps! :-) John in Arkansas
1810337
I like to draw with it. The pen feels good in my hand. I rest my index finger alongside the clip. The nib has a little springiness to it. The line will be a little on the narrow side of whatever nib size you choose. The cartridge or cartridge converter does not hold a lot of ink. Keep that in mind, when choosing your nib size. if you are looking for a permanent ink, you could try Noodler's Black or any of the Bullet Proof / Eternal inks from Noodlers. Those inks are permanent to cellulose based products only. To reduce residue buildup, the fountain pen should be flushed regularly. Great fountain pen. I hope this has helped.
127291
I'm using the one that came with the Cintiq and am happy with it (as long as you change the nibs regularly it will do fine)
376642
This is a set of universal nibs. From what I have experienced, both left handed customers and right handed customers can use them with success.
211984
Yes, you can. We have extra nibs in stock ready for purchase in both black nibs and steel (chrome) nibs. Black comes in EF, Fine, Medium and Broad. Steel comes in EF, Fine, Medium, Broad, 1.1 Caligraphy and 1.5 Caligraphy sizes. Regards, Pen Chalet
1666582
I'm pretty sure the nib you get is the nib you get - no interchangeability.
309380
I use a wacom w/ rubber nib with mine.(I sometimes call the nib a "nibble". Im too funny.
1478094
Japanese XF, which means XXF for American, French, and German sizing. I don't find it scratchy though (although a person not used to Asian fine nibs might). And it is a decent flow for such a fine nib. I buy this pen over and over again.
2275468
I've never had that experience but I have felt the nib was a bit large. You can get replacement nibs that are fairly inexpensive and try a new nib.
389247
I would have to say in between. I, myself, prefer a medium and was rather pleased with these heads. Finding anything other than 'Fine' bristles (DDS preferred & recommended) has become a daunting task.
21298
Depends entirely on your goal or needed functionality. I love the 308 for my purpose, writing on stock charts, because the ink is not affected by highlighters after the original writing is dry. Otherwise, I would greatly prefer the comfy shape of the 334, but it has water-based ink. I believe the 306 s may also be water-based, but you can check it out at [Staedtler.ca ]. These are great INDELIBLE, lightfast liner inks. If you don't need that quality....you don't need this particular version.
1179122
.05 is a fine tip and .07 is a medium tip. If you don't like to push hard and like a broader stroke result, .07 is the way to go. More ink hits the page.
1849244
there was an extra nib in the package.... i have NOT tried that nib.... i just assumed it was exactly that... an extra nib.I will try it now though, that you mention this thought, to see it it is actually any different....
1009676
The TWSBI Diamond 580 fountain pens are available with *your choice* of Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, 1.1 Italic and 1.5 Italic, the latter two suited to calligraphy. The Diamond 580 is now also available in COLORS. You can buy TWSBI nibs separately and swap them out if you like. Generally, you must match the nibs with the pen. That is, you can't use TWSBI Vac 700 nibs on a TWSBI Diamond 580 and vice-versa. You can see writing samples of the various TWSBI 580 nibs at gouletpens dot com. My personal preference is for EF, which could be called VERY fine. Also, it bears saying that every TWSBI I've bought (6+) wrote perfectly, right out of the box and the first filling. No "tuning" or adjustment of the nib has *ever* been necessary. Check out their Mini and the new Classic, too.
1849246
there was an extra nib in the package.... i have NOT tried that nib.... i just assumed it was exactly that... an extra nib. I will try it now though, that you mention this thought, to see it it is actually any different....
945874
I have a Pfaff and it works great for me. My concern was since it was a push in that the nibs on the side might be too big or too small or too fat or something along that line. It turned out to be a non problem.
555002
The nib seems to be medium. I enjoy using the pen, and people who see it find it interesting.