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Favorite nib? For general use, a medium-to-broad nib with a stubby character makes me happy. It adds character without requiring extra space. If I want extra flavor, a flex nib is fun but that requires additional concentration and time to feel "proper."
Great show!
Great episode! Thus far, I've been an Extra Fine type of guy. Even my ballpoint or gel pens are in the 0.3 range as well. My next pen will probably be a Japanese Medium. Have a great week!
The old saying that "if you can't beat 'em, join 'em" rings true in our household. Wayne has been a fountain pen enthusiast for years and carefully chooses his pens that he uses daily. Last year Wayne convinced me to ride along to the pen show in St. Louis and in a last minute thought, I decided to attend with him. I was wonderfully overwhelmed and it is at that show that I purchased my first fountain pen; I don't know who was more excited, me or Wayne!! So while we now both agree that fountain pens are wonderful in many ways, we will likely never agree on nib size. Wayne is a fine nib kinda guy and I prefer a medium nib.
Thank you for reminding me of National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! I started with Fine and Extra Fine nibs, but like Lisa, they need to have good flow. I've tried the Needlepoint and I absolutely love the smooth toothiness of that nib. I also love specialty grinds on the Fine or EF nibs - I have cursive smooth italics in Fine nibs, and I have architect grinds on both Fine and Extra Fine nibs. My preference has not changed over time - I have very small writing and larger nib widths just make my writing look like one big ink swatch!
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Have to comment on something Brian said: who in their right mind WOULDN'T want to talk about 1932 Esterbrook pens? 😁 (Been a huge fan of vintage Esterbrook since 1983.😉)
When I started using a fountain pen, I had SMALL handwriting and the old Esterbrook J I started with was a 2668 firm medium, so I'd have loved something fine or even extra fine.
Not now. Currently using 3 x668 Esterbrook nibs for my general needs. And even a 2550 extra fine posting for those pesky forms that have such tiny spaces to write in (this is the only extra fine I've ever used that I can say that I actually like.)
Has my taste changed? Yes. Would have originally loved anything extra fine. But now it's about the writing experience, and what I prefer at the time.
Another enjoyable and entertaining episode! Thanks!
My favorite nib right now is a stub. I like the line variation, and I think my penmanship is more attractive. I always used a fine nib until I tried the stub, and sometimes go back to it, but I've gotten used to the flow from a stub and find a fine more scratchy most of the time. Thanks for another fun show!
Always good to see you two. When I began in the hobby, I went for stub nibs. I think this was because I’d used Osmiroid (sp?) calligraphy pens as a teenager. As I experimented more I switched to mediums and finally fine. Oddly, I’ve come sort of full circle, because my favorite nibs of all are my Cursive Smooth Italic which have the line width of a fine, but produce the line variation of a stub. See you next week!
Fine is still my favorite. I started off my fountain pen journey liking extra fine nibs but I found many of those nibs were not flowy enough. I’m starting to branch into special nibs like the Lamy cursive, Esterbrook scribe and journaler nibs, and Schon DSGN monoc nib. I use those special nibs in my journal where I can play and experiment. But my go-to is a fine especially for work and taking notes. Have a lovely week!!
My favorite nib width is left handed (on entry level German pens like Pelikan, Lamy and Stabilo), with my favorite readily available one being medium, I also love flex for Copperplate and Spencerian writing; my nib preference has remained fairly consistent
In College (where I first fell in love with fountain pens), it was fine nibs for clarity of writing, and I wrote much smaller to fit more info on each page. Now 40 years on, I prefer wet mediums or a broad, as I tend to write in larger lettering for ease of reading without glasses, and I have relaxed a bit. Writing to me is now more experiential than strictly informational, as before. A very good question this week!
For German nibs - definitely fine or even extra fine - although I do love the Esterbrook Journaler nib, which is more of a European medium. For Japanese pens, (I’m looking at you Pilot) Fine Medium all day long. I started with more medium nibs and stubs and have graduated down over the years. Another great show!
I would say my nib preferences have refined :) over the years. I started with mediums, but now I like Japanese fines and even some Wester extra fines.
Hi Lisa and Brian. Lisa, my preferences are similar to yours. I tend to like nibs that produce a finer line, so most of my pens are western extra fine, fine and some medium nibs. My writing is on the smaller and more compact side, so EF/F nibs work the best for me overall. The Esterbrook Estie steel nibs (number 6) have worked well for me, and I like the needle point, extra fine and fine nibs-I find their medium nib to be stiff enough that it works, too. I have played around with their Journaler and Scribe nibs, and have had good results. If I am using a wet nib like a Pelikan gold nib, it would have to be an extra fine or fine, otherwise it looks like my writing has been redacted (if it’s one of their steel nibs, I can get away with using a medium nib). The paper and ink play an important part, too. With some of my nibs, I find if I use a “drier” ink and fairly decent paper (that will not bleed through and not have a lot of shadowing), I can use a fine to medium nib with no problem. If the paper is porous (has a lot of bleed-through and shadowing/feathering), then an extra fine nib and a drier ink may work better. Has my nib preference changed over time? No, not really. It’s been the same since I started writing. I usually print (sometimes using what I’d call a modified architecture style, and sometimes a modified italic style, depending on what I am writing), my writing is compact. When I use cursive, my writing tends to be larger and less dense/compact, and a medium nib will work.
My preference for years was a Broad nib, but now I prefer a Stub or an Italic. Probably in part because I did extensive calligraphic projects. I always enjoy your presentations.
Good question! Although I started out (over 20 years ago) with a definite preference for medium and stub nibs, it now depends more on the ink properties. I can use a fine to a broad to a stub with no problems. I take into consideration whether the ink is light in color or dark and if it runs wet or dry. With 137 bottles of ink (not samples) to use up...the ink is ruling the pen house right now. 😋
A number of years ago I just had to have a Montblanc Meisterstuk146 with what I think is a medium nib. I was like the kid learning to drive that wanted the muscle car with little or no skill to drive it. The nib width just seemed to be too broad and my ink selection didn't help at all. I'm still learning to perfect my writing and use a music nib when I really want to "sound off" but I find that I love an extra fine or fine nib for journaling - the Diplomat Aero is just a delight to use in this regard - the cap deploys in no time versus a screw top and I love the click when closing it. Your videos make me look forward to Thursdays!
Good question on the nib size, I have been experimenting with all kinds, but lately I have been discovering F or EF cursive italics. I have been toying with making this grind on some of my practice nibs and pens. I like that it can give you a slight and subtle elegance to you writing without being too much " in your face" of a thicker nib, or stub. But so far my favorite is an EF, F slight architect (Lamy Gold nibs in those sizes have that slight grind). They are C'est magnifique!
Until very recently, I was with Brian re EF nibs. However, I finally found one that works for the single purpose for which I've sought an EF nib: making entries in our checkbook register and writing checks (things so old school, like fountain pens, I suspect your daughter has only the foggiest notion of what I'm writing about) without bleed-through or feathering and with minimal feedback. It is by Kaweco and I use it on my Student FP--a much under-appreciated value, IMHO.
Regarding other nibs, I've been fortunate enough to have acquired a nice variety of sizes and grinds in both modern and vintage pens. About the only type I don't have is the proverbial "wet noodle." As an aside to Brian, I would appreciate it if you would identify any such pen that might turn up in your vintage offerings. I'd snap it up if the price is right! Modern flex nibs have all been a disappointment to me. though I haven't tried the Magna Carta version. Too expensive for me.
I don't have a favorite. Rather, I try to match the nib to the occassion or simply to what I feel like using that day. I've come to appreciate the unique quirks and qualities of all of them. If I'm feeling lucky and brave, I reach for a 1.5 mm stub. 🤣
Mine was ef, but I'm currently loving mediums ground like a stub or italic!
When I started out, I liked fine nibs because I thought my handwriting looked better, but as I got deeper into the hobby, I switched to broads. I still love broads, but now I like having a variety of nibs sizes.
My handwriting demands a finer sized nib. Like Brian, I’m not inclined to an extra fine. I love the ink characteristics of my broader nibs, but my words get bigger and bigger. I have always been a fine fellow. Boy Howdy, that was a great cowboy ballpoint.
I started with fine and medium nibs, but progressed to wider nibs and replaced many M nibs with B. But I came to really love Nakaya B nibs and have moved away from B back to M/F nibs in other pens. Broad nibs are great for showing off the color and shading of inks, but unless you’re used to writing a little bigger lines blend together.
Great show as usual. I prefer a smooth medium nib for most things. Most of mine are Jowow mediaums. If I need to write smaller, then I'll go look at a fine.
Ooh nibs - definitely depends on the pen and what it's used for. Definitely has changed and continues to change. My favorite nib is Pilot FA because of the flex. My second favorite it Sailor MF on my Midori for journaling or small cards. Finally, I love TWSBI's stub nib for frilly inks with glitter, sheening, etc. If it ruins the pen, it's cheap enough, I can replace it. Or just the nib. Thanks for the show - all signed up for Pelikan Hub.
Great show! Started out with medium nibs but now prefer a fine or flex fine nib. I write small and am left-handed so too much ink is not good for me.
I liked smaller nibs on other pens so, I started out with fine nibs. Now I like mediums, unless the ink has extra properties then I want a broad or stub. For custom grinds, I have a Medium CSI on a Visconti Homo Sapiens that I love. I have an architect grind on order, to try next.
I started out with cheap jinhao pens that mostly only have fine nibs then I tried medium broad and now I'm back to extra fine ultra flex nibs Fpr has some of the best :)
I started with a medium, then moved to broad, then to fine; all with generous flows. I new prefer a (Japanese) medium-fine stub (with a generous flow). European nibs, I generally need an Extra-Fine or Fine.
It’s medium for me. Seems most workable for me whether Japanese or western.
I started with Medium. My first Fine was a 3776 and I chose Fine only because it was on sale ! I really hated it (too toothy for my taste) and got it smoothened by a nibsmith. I gradually began getting used to it and liking it. A year or so later, most of the pens I by are ‘Fine’.
In summary, From Medium, I’ve transitioned to a “Fine man” !
I love my Kaweco AL-Sport -- I can carry it in a pants pocket without fear of it being damaged. Maybe I just got lucky, but the Kaweco fine on that pen is close to the width of a Japanese fine, which is my preferred nib width. Like Lisa, I'd like to be able to write small but have enough ink flow that the writing is clearly visible. I've recently become intrigued by flexible nibs, but I doubt that will turn into a new preference.
Another great video as always,my preference is medium but got an Opus 88 demonstrator with a fine nib and found I can use it on paper that isn’t really fountain pen friendly and it’s not bad using that fine nib,I’ve grown to like it and the ink capacity is great.
I was always a fine point guy but I'm leaning towards medium now just in case I use a shimmer ink
Thanks for another "ribbeting" episode. I'm still pretty new to fountain pens (just over a year), and I only have experience with a couple of nib sizes. My first few pens were Chinese and had fine nibs. Since then, I have gravitated more to medium nibs (my Kaweco Sport, TWSBI Eco, and Cross Bailey are all medium nibs). One of these days, I would like to try a broad or a stub nib, though I suspect my handwriting is too messy to pull either of those off.
I might as well repeat this joke from a prior comment:
Q. What is a psychic's favorite nib?
A. MEDIUM.
I think there is an argument for having a variety of nibs, if for no other reason than it gives one an excuse to have more pens! For daily driver use, though, Western Fine/Japanese Medium is my choice.
My nib width preferences have shifted from extra-fine to yes.
Medium, medium, medium! That is it. I have always loved medium. There is little more disappointing than to have a medium write too wide or wider than what I think a medium should be.
Fine. Started out with medium but my line started looking mushy. Some so-called European fines are not really fine in my opinion. One problem with not buying in person. PS. Thursday is always a good day! Nick
I started with medium but now I love broad and stub. I also now love custom grinds- cursive smooth italic, architect, Waverly, etc.
It depends on the pen. With a TWSBI it has to be an EF. My very first pen was a TWSBI Diamond 580 with a F nib and I thought that was pretty good, but then my next pen was a Pilot Prera with a F nib and I soon realized just how horrible my handwriting looked with the TWSBI F. I then got an EF for my 580 and instantly fell back in love with it. Recently I got a stub nib for my twisbi and I am in love with how that writes, it too much for everyday writing, but it is now my go to nib size for anything that I want to stand out like a header, quote in my journal, or signature. I was so reluctant to try a stub cause I tried a Broad Nib and absolutely hated it, but I am so glad I got over my fear cause it is easily a favorite now.
Regarding your pen club, how about trying one meeting without a specified discussion topic? I find that our local group members enjoy getting together just to compare notes and show off their recent acquistions or favorite pens, inks, or notebooks. Even when we set a topic, everyone seems to prefer time for open chat. Hope to see you on June 22 if I can arrange a carpool.
The pens in my collection, at least the majority of the early pens, are fine points. I have since come to appreciate the 1.1 stub more so than a 1.5 stub. I have a few mediums, but that's more due to not being able to get a different nib size. I also have a few Extra Fine. Most notably, I got a Lamy Dialog cc All Black, but could only get the Extra Fine. It writes like a Japanese Fine to Medium so I have no regrets with that purchase. My favorite is whatever I happen to be writing with given the purpose for which I chose that particular nib!!
My nib sizes are all over the place so favorite is hard for me. I’d probably say stub or cursive italic. I try my best to keep a variety but I don’t like extra fines so I only have a couple of them.
My favorite nib is Esterbrook’s Journaler nib. It just makes me want to write for hours, and my handwriting looks just a bit out of the ordinary. Lovely grind and a change from my nib preference when I was learning how to write with fountain pens and felt like I lost control with any wider nibs.
As a left handed over writer I put mostly the right tine on the page more than the left and a round ball of tipping is critical so as to nib width, usually a medium or broad to really allow the ink to be generous on the page....Medium or wet fine can keep me happy like others but the needle points and extra fine or UEF Platinum nibs are for me garbage and must be replaced PDQ.
My favorite nib width is fine. I had medium in the past but found it hard to read. Never anything bigger than a medium. I do like the Japanese fines, a bit finer but good flow
Thanks for a fun show! I started liking stubs, and have now gone completely into the fine camp. Question: can you convert the Kaweco Al Sport to a dropper fill? I know you shouldn't do it with brass, but wasn't sure about the aluminum. I like the pen, and really like the denim color, but would like a larger ink capacity. Thanks.
nib width, nothing larger than XF or EF, preferably it will be UEF or finer, XXXXF or Needlepoint as well as XXF Cursive Italic from Mike Masuyama are my jam as I have micrographia, tho legible everyone runs for the nearest magnifying glass or just simply complains about needing one.
I started with medium because I don’t know any better
Now I mainly get Broad nibs
My writing is rather large so the broads work well.
Have a couple of 1.1 stubs as well
I just can’t do fine or extra fine
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When I started using fountain pens long ago, I was all about fine or EF nibs. What was I thinking? Now I prefer medium to broad nibs and almost never write with a fine nib unless I need to write small characters in my Hobonichi. I enjoy a variety of nibs, but my favorite is the cursive smooth italic grind. I also like stub nibs. Coworkers are constantly complimenting me on my handwriting when I use a stub or CSI, and my handwriting is not that special!
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For me it does depend on the pen. Ballpoints I have used half of my adult life which was medium. I really cannot stand Fine with any pen. Medium to Double Broad for fountain pens. Stub is not for me. But I do need the smoothness.