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- What Is A Nib Customization? And Why Would I Want One?
- What Is the Customization for Added Flex?
- What is the difference between a re-grind and re-tip?
- What is the difference between an italic, an oblique, and a stub?
- What is the difference between flexibility and smoothness?
- Which Fountain Pen Nibs are Best Suited for the Customization for Added Flex?
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- How should fountain pens be stored when not in use?
- What fountain pens do you normally recommend to artists?
- What precautions should I take when traveling on an airplane with a fountain pen?
- What should I know about custom fountain pen nibs for my calligraphy practice?
- What should artists know about using fountain pens?
- The Nitty Gritty of Dirty Pens
- Choosing a Pen
- Best Fountain Pens For Under Two Hundred Dollars
- Japanese Fountain Pens
- Six Factors to Consider When Choosing a Luxury Pen
- What Are The Best Italian Fountain Pens?
- What Are The Best Fountain Pens? And Which Is The Best Fountain Pen For Me?
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Fountain Pen Basics
Welcome to our introductory guide to the world of fountain pens. Have a question you don't see answered here? Send us a message at [email protected]. We'll be happy to help!
Introduction to Fountain Pens
What is a fountain pen? How is it different from a dip pen or a ballpoint?
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What kind of ink supply systems do most fountain pens use? What is the difference between a cartridge, a converter, and a piston-filler?
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What kind of ink should I use in my fountain pen?
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Which ink cartridges are compatible with which fountain pens?
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Can left-handers use fountain pens?
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