What is an italic nib?

You may have heard of italic nibs. They’re quite similar to stub nibs with a subtle difference. Stub nibs have rounded corners to provide a smoother writing experience. Italic nibs have sharper edges to accentuate line variation, even with smaller tip sizes.

Can you write normally with a flex nib?

A flexible nib is suitable for normal writing, fast or slow, use the flex or not, just as you like.

Why are vintage flex nibs better?

The goal is a consistent (but not overly wet) ink flow with no dripping. Vintage flex pens have feeds that are machined from ebonite and have large reservoirs for ink under the nib. They usually don’t have fins at all, or if they do, only a few bulky ones.

What does a flex nib do?

A Flex nib (or flexible nib) is a type of fountain pen nib that can create different line widths. Due to its non-rigid structure, a flex nib allows a writer to control line width by adjusting the pressure of the pen on paper.

What kind of nibs do you use for Italic?

Italic nibs have a blunt edge, usually used for Gothic, Italic, and squared styles. These nibs don’t have as much flexibility in terms of line variation. Italic nib. Flex nib. Flex nibs are rounded with two tines that come to a point, and the line variation comes from the tines’ ability to split. The more they separate, the wider the line width.

What’s the difference between Flex nibs and regular nibs?

Flex nib. Flex nibs are rounded with two tines that come to a point, and the line variation comes from the tines’ ability to split. The more they separate, the wider the line width. To get the tines to separate, you apply pressure as you write.

What are the different types of nibs for calligraphy?

There are two main kinds of nibs: italic nibs and flex nibs. Italic nibs have a blunt edge, usually used for Gothic, Italic, and squared styles. These nibs don’t have as much flexibility in terms of line variation. Italic nib. Flex nib.

What’s the best angle to write with a flex nib?

The best angle to write with a flex nib is at a 45 degree angle, so keep that in mind when you’re installing the nib into a holder. If the nib holder has two grooves, the nib will usually go in the outer groove.