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We're giving you a detailed look at every Gillott nib! These high-quality dip pens were first manufactured in Birmingham, England in 1827 by Joseph Gillott. Gillott nibs still remain popular for pointed pen calligraphy today.First we'll compare two similar, often overlooked nibs. The Gillott 290 and 291 are very similar, save for a few key differences. Both nibs are small and delicate, and can easily be damaged if too much pressure is applie… Read more

Hi everyone, this is @openinkstand! Throughout this post, I will be showcasing 6 pointed pen nibs, all of which are available from @paperandinkarts. First, a little introduction. My name is Schin and I live in Las Vegas. I am a graphic designer and illustrator, and I try to incorporate an artistic and playful side to my calligraphy and lettering style. I maintain a Youtube Channel, a Blog, and last year I published a book on picto… Read more

McCaffery’s ink is an iron gall ink specially designed for use with pointed pens. Developed by Neil McCaffery in the early 2000s, this ink is handmade with natural materials and designed to emulate deep rich shades associated with the American Golden Age of Ornamental Penmanship. No other ink is capable of creating paper-thin hairlines like McCaffery’s.Neil McCaffery makes, bottles, and labels every jar of ink himself. Before his inks came onto t… Read more