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The Pelikan M320 Pearl is the perfect Valentine's Day gift! |
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The Omas 80th Anniversary LE Vintage Paragon (1931-2011) comes in Blue Royale, Senape, Pearl Grey, and Burkina while supplies last. |
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Violet is the new color addition to the the Pilot Custom 74 line. |
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Order your Pilot/Namiki Vanishing Point 2011 Limited Edition in Pink! |
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Order your Bexley Owners Club 2012 fountain pens! |
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We have the Pilot/Namiki matte black Vanishing Point fountain pen. |
Fountain Pen FAQ |
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Click on the links below to be directed to some frequently asked questions. Have a question of your own that you don't see answered here? Feel free to call or e-mail, and we'll be happy to help you. |
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| What is a fountain pen? How is it different from a dip pen or a ballpoint? | |
| What kind of ink supply systems do most fountain pens use? What is the difference between a cartridge, a converter, and a piston-filler? | |
| What kind of ink should I use in my fountain pen? | |
| Which ink cartridges are compatible with which fountain pens? | |
| What is a fountain pen nib? Why are they usually in solid gold? And what is the difference between 14k, 18k, and 21k nibs? | |
| What Nib Sizes Are Usually Available? What is the difference between hard, soft, and flexible nibs? | |
| What Is A Nib Customization? And Why Would I Want One? | |
What is the difference between an Italic,
an Oblique and a Stub? |
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| What Is the Customization for Added Flex? | |
| Which Nibs are Best Suited for the Customization for Added Flex? | |
| What is the difference between a re-grind and re-tip? | |
| What should artists know about using fountain pens? | |
| Which fountain pens do you normally recommend to artists? | |
| What should I know about customized nibs for calligraphy? | |
| Can left-handers use fountain pens? | |
What should I know about test
writing pens at a pen store? |
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| What should I keep in mind to protect the pen's nib? | |
| What is the difference between flexibility and smoothness? Why does adding flexibility to a nib not increase smoothness? | |
| How do I order from you? And why don't you have an on-line shopping cart? | |
| I'm in Los Angeles. Can I Visit Your Shop? | |
| I'm on a limited budget. What are some great fountain pens for under two hundred dollars? | |
| What precautions should I take when traveling on an airplane with a fountain pen? | |
| How should fountain pens be stored when not in use? |
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E-mail: info@nibs.com Telephone: 323-655-2641   
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