What kind of NIB should I get?

As a rule of thumb, most are usually between a 0.5mm and a 0.7mm line, with the Eastern (Japanese) nibs being on the finer end and the Western (Italian, & German) nibs being on the thicker end. Going with a fine point is still better suited for smaller, more deliberate handwriting styles.

What NIB is best for drawing?

These include:

• Leonardt 6H drawing nib: gives a very fine, delicate line.
• Brause Cito fein: a nice medium nib without a lot of flexibility.
• Leonardt 300: A very smooth nib, another great choice for writing and making quick drawings.
• Nikko Saji-Pen: A wonderfully smooth and slightly flexible nib that’s great for drawing.

Which is better fine nib or medium nib?

This size of the width is approximately 0.2mm finer than the medium nib width of the same brand. Fine is especially suitable for people with small handwriting. Medium (M) is the most popular nib width. Broad nibs are suitable for people with larger hand writing.

What is the smoothest fountain pen nib?

What Is The Smoothest Fountain Pen Nib

• Professional Level Budget – Montblanc 149.
• High End Intermediate Budget – Pelikan m600.
• Low End Intermediate Budget – Pilot 823.
• Beginner Budget – Lamy 2000.
• Entry Level Budget – Lamy Safari.

How many types of pen nibs are there?

In my mind, there are three main categories of nib types: regular nibs. speciality nibs. calligraphy nibs.

What is the best fountain pen nib for drawing?

My favorite nibs are Pilot’s Soft Extra Fine (on my resin Falcon) and Pilot’s FA nib (on the Custom 912). The Custom 912 can be a little finicky, so the Falcon is my go-to pen for drawing. Noodler’s also makes a couple of more affordable, steel nib options (the Ahab or Konrad) that also flex without breaking the bank.

What are the types of pen nib?

Fountain Pen Nibs: 19 Types Explained (with Examples)

• Round nib.
• Left-handed nib.
• Calligraphy nib.
• Italic nib or cursive nib.
• Stub nib.
• Flex nib.
• Oblique nib.
• Reverse oblique nib.