Leonardt
Leonardt Extra Fine Principal Nib
Item #:
princi
$2.25
Bulk pricing: Buy In Bulk And Save
The Leonardt Principal is a favorite of many calligraphers, including Michael Sull. Extra-fine and very flexible, the Principal produces fine hairlines and healthy swells, and glides across textured surfaces like a dream. Modeled on the rare vintage Principality No. 1, this nib was produced with the expert advice of lettering artists and is a fine choice for many styles: Copperplate, Spencerian, modern calligraphy, and more. Bronze finish. This nib is ideal for intermediate or advanced level calligraphers and is not recommended for beginners.
For more information about the performance of this nib, including tips for best use, comparative charts, and example artwork, read our blog post with Schin Loong from @openinkstand.
For more information about the performance of this nib, including tips for best use, comparative charts, and example artwork, read our blog post with Schin Loong from @openinkstand.
The Leonardt Principal is a favorite of many calligraphers, including Michael Sull. Extra-fine and very flexible, the Principal produces fine hairlines and healthy swells, and glides across textured surfaces like a dream. Modeled on the rare vintage Principality No. 1, this nib was produced with the expert advice of lettering artists and is a fine choice for many styles: Copperplate, Spencerian, modern calligraphy, and more. Bronze finish. This nib is ideal for intermediate or advanced level calligraphers and is not recommended for beginners.
For more information about the performance of this nib, including tips for best use, comparative charts, and example artwork, read our blog post with Schin Loong from @openinkstand.
For more information about the performance of this nib, including tips for best use, comparative charts, and example artwork, read our blog post with Schin Loong from @openinkstand.
| Compatibility | Standard Holders, Adjustable Holders |
| Skill Level | Advanced, Intermediate |
Customer Reviews
25 Review
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A personal fave
I am a neophyte calligraphy student who has tried around 6-8 nibs. The Leonardt Principal EF has made the top three in my book. The ability to make fine hairlines and decent swells have been achieved for me with this nib. I have tried others similar, like 101; but NONE perform like the LP for me! I really enjoy using this nib and plan on buying in bulk going forward.
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Great Alternative to the Hunt 101
I primarily use this nib for ornamental penmanship and flourished engrosser's script. It performs as well as the Hunt 101, since the nibs have a very similar contrast between the extra-fine hairlines and the thick, juicy swells. The differences that I have noticed between the two nibs, is that the Hunt 101 is a tiny bit more flexible, needs more frequent replacement, and tends to corrode faster than the Leonardt EF Principal. I have to exchange my Hunt 101 nibs fairly quickly, but the Leonardt EF Principal has lasted me over one month with frequent use, handles textured papers fairy well--but a lot better than the Hunt 101, which always catches threads on textured papers--and did not rust after several uses of iron-gall ink. Since I mostly use walnut and India Ink on smooth paper, I like the Hunt 101 and Leonardt EF Principal equally, and would readily choose whichever nib is close to me at the moment. I would definitely recommend this nib if you have a lighter hand and are an intermediate or advanced calligrapher.
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Great Alternative to the Hunt 101
I primarily use this nib for ornamental penmanship and flourished engrosser's script. It performs as well as the Hunt 101, since the nibs have a very similar contrast between the extra-fine hairlines and the thick, juicy swells. The differences that I have noticed between the two nibs, is that the Hunt 101 is a tiny bit more flexible, needs more frequent replacement, and tends to corrode faster than the Leonardt EF Principal. I have to exchange my Hunt 101 nibs fairly quickly, but the Leonardt EF Principal has lasted me over one month with frequent use, handles textured papers fairy well--but a lot better than the Hunt 101, which always catches threads on textured papers--and did not rust after several uses of iron-gall ink. Since I mostly use walnut and India Ink on smooth paper, I like the Hunt 101 and Leonardt EF Principal equally, and would readily choose whichever nib is close to me at the moment. I would definitely recommend this nib if you have a lighter hand and are an intermediate or advanced calligrapher.