{"title":"Vintage Dip Pens","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's our gigantic collection of vintage steel dip pens, made 50-100 years ago and still in perfect condition. We buy new, never-used nibs, then inspect them individually and ship them carefully from our St. Louis offices.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"natural-slant-761-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Natural Slant #761 Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural Slant was one of a vast number of competing handwriting systems in the early 20th century. For many of these systems, a pen manufacturer (or several—it was a hotly competitive industry at the time) would release a nib designed for those practicing their handwriting, with the promise that their nib was ideally suited to the specific type of script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut you don't need to have a position on \"Vertical or Slant?\" (the headline of a 1901 Esterbrook ad) to appreciate the #761 Natural Slant dip pen. It's a classic pointed pen with good flexibility and a distinctive, rectangular breather hole. It's a fairly large nib, so it also holds a lot of ink. In addition to its intended use as a writing instrument, we like the Natural Slant as a sketchy, expressive drawing tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Esterbrook dip pen, most likely manufactured in the 1930s. Thanks to the varnish applied to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens-brushes-ink\"\u003eall dip pens\u003c\/a\u003e (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42646776348930,"sku":"798237952017","price":3.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrooknaturalslantpow.jpg?v=1649827222"},{"product_id":"wing-flow-4-pen-nibs-vintage","title":"Wing-Flow #4 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese striking gold-plated nibs are vintage stock, made by an early 20th-century U.S. manufacturer, then tucked away somewhere and never used. They're marked \"Warranted Wing-Flow U.S.A. #4\" but lacking much else in product information—exactly the sort of vintage buy that's intriguing for our product team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some testing and research, we think they were originally made for Chilton fountain pens. We used ours in a dip pen holder and found that they're excellent writers, capable of holding a decent amount of ink with each dip and very smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ink connoisseurs, a vintage pen nib like this one is a nice, inexpensive option for testing new colors and making quick sketches. The #4 size makes a generous, inky mark, comparable to a European medium nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits most European-style pen holders, like those from Brause and e+m. Not compatible with Japanese pen holders, like Tachikawa and Kakimori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited stock. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43642752794882,"sku":"798237950464","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/wing-flownibs-2.jpg?v=1679776333"},{"product_id":"wing-flow-1-pen-nibs-vintage","title":"Wing-Flow #1 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese striking gold-plated nibs are vintage stock, made by an early 20th-century U.S. manufacturer, then tucked away somewhere and never used. They're marked \"Warranted Wing-Flow U.S.A. #4\" but lacking much else in product information—exactly the sort of vintage buy that's intriguing for our product team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some testing and research, we think they were originally made for Chilton fountain pens. We used ours in a dip pen holder and found that they're excellent writers, capable of holding a decent amount of ink with each dip and very smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ink connoisseurs, a vintage pen nib like this one is a nice, inexpensive option for testing new colors and making quick sketches. The #1 size is quite small and makes a fine, smooth line with plenty of ink flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits most European-style (metal prong) pen holders, like those from Brause and e+m. Not compatible with Japanese-style pen holders, like Tachikawa and Kakimori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item. Limited stock. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43642755940610,"sku":"798237950471","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/wing-flownibs-1.jpg?v=1679777259"},{"product_id":"blanzy-conte-gilbert-sergent-major-2500-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Blanzy-Conté-Gilbert Sergent Major #2500 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA popular writing nib of its day, the Sergent Major #2500 was a mid-century descendant of the iconic nib used by Marcel Proust and countless other writers around the world. Sergent Major nibs of this era were hand-ground, as you can see in the photos, allowing them to hold more ink than contemporary nibs made more cheaply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large and unusually shaped vent hole, paired with a long, fairly firm steel body, give this nib a nice balance between flex and control. Fine hairlines and medium swells are easily achievable, and many calligraphy scripts will look great with this fine French nib.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard-diameter base fits almost all pen holders (including all the styles of European and Japanese holders we tested it with.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item. Limited stock. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43642756530434,"sku":"798237950488","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/sergent-majornib2023-1.jpg?v=1679777582"},{"product_id":"baignol-farjon-2436ef-velleda-cementee-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Baignol \u0026 Farjon 2436EF Velleda Cémenteé Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis midcentury French writing nib offers a smooth, firm point and some flexibility for calligraphic strokes. The Velleda Cémenteé is a great nib for casual and modern script, since it can handle more pressure than super-soft nibs for decorative and formal calligraphy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the stately profile of this nib, which looks like an Art Deco column. The standard-diameter base fits almost all pen holders (including all the styles of European and Japanese holders we tested it with.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item. Limited stock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43642760069378,"sku":"798237950495","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/velledacementee2023-1.jpg?v=1679794691"},{"product_id":"baignol-farjon-2730ef-henry-superieure-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Baignol \u0026 Farjon 605 Henry Supérieure Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a great ink capacity and a relatively stiff touch, the Henry Supérieure 605 dip pen nib was one of the leading French dip pens for more than a century. Manufactured continuously from 1852 through 1977, this spear-shaped pen was used in every professional and personal context across the European continent for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were able to make a wide range of lettering sizes with the Henry Supérieure, which can draw a very fine hairline or spread to make marks several millimeters in diameter. Versatile and precise, it's suitable for writing, calligraphy, and drawing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of Henry Supérieure nibs is mixed in age, ranging from about 1920 through 1960. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43646187045122,"sku":"798237950501","price":2.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/Henry_ssuperieureNo605blanzy-francePOW_1of1.jpg?v=1695765126"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-modified-slant-794-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Modified Slant #794 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eManufactured for decades and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.si.edu\/object\/fairchild-dip-pen-esterbrook-794-nib%3Anmah_904283\"\u003efeatured in the collection\u003c\/a\u003e of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, the Esterbrook Modified Slant #794 is an easy-to-use pointed pen with medium flexibility and fine hairlines. Excellent for calligraphy, drawing, illustration, and general writing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Esterbrook dip pen, most likely manufactured in the 1930s. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43652991615234,"sku":"798237950570","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook794modifiedslantpow-1.jpg?v=1680390873"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-oval-point-802-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Oval Point #802 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"spoon pen\" is a workhorse in the world of dip pen nibs. Designed with a rounded body and typically with large vent holes, these pens were meant to hold lots of ink for everyday writing. They commonly featured rounded nibs, since they were used in offices, schools, and shops, on a variety of paper types.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook Oval Point #802 is an idiosyncratic example of the spoon pen genre, with fins cut through the bowl for added flexibility and an upturned round tip. As a result, the Esterbrook 802 is capable of more line variation than other spoon pens. It's quite pressure- and angle-sensitive and can go from medium-width to broad marks with small changes to your grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook 802 also features a lovely design detail: the base is connected to the bowl by a flared column. This type of ornamentation became less common in later Esterbrook models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur current stock of Esterbrook 802s were made in the early 1930s. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43653001019650,"sku":"798237950587","price":3.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/esterbrook802pow_1of1.jpg?v=1695211470"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-oval-point-788-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Oval Point #788 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"spoon pen\" is a workhorse in the world of dip pen nibs. Designed with a rounded body and typically with large vent holes, these pens were meant to hold lots of ink for everyday writing. They commonly featured rounded nibs, since they were used in offices, schools, and shops, on a variety of paper types.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook Oval Point #788, with a firm and easy-to-use upturned point, was one of the most popular writing pens of its day, following in the footsteps of several other successful Esterbrook spoon pens. As the #788 became one of the company's best-sellers, it also became the prototype for several similar models in the 1930s and 1940s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this was one of Esterbrook's most popular pens, we sort our stock by vintage and offer you a choice between the different versions produced throughout the company's history. Before 1940, the #788 Oval Point was hand-ground, and these pens are regarded as more consistent and a bit more flexible. After 1940, Esterbrook switched to groove-stamping, an automated process. The newer nibs are more commonly found today, and they are still superior to most modern alternatives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Hand-Ground (Pre-1940)","offer_id":43679351046402,"sku":"798237950556","price":3.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Groove-Stamped (Post-1940)","offer_id":43679351079170,"sku":"798237950754","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook788ovalpointpow-1.jpg?v=1680397746"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-988-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #988 Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"spoon pen\" is a workhorse in the world of dip pen nibs. Designed with a rounded body and typically with large vent holes, these pens were meant to hold lots of ink for everyday writing. They commonly featured rounded nibs, since they were used in offices, schools, and shops, on a variety of paper types.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook Radio Pen #988 was a remake of the best-selling #788 Oval Point pen, with a firm, rounded medium point, excellent ink capacity, and ease of use for beginners. The Radio Pen version is finished in reflective chrome, unlike earlier Esterbrook pens that were typically steel-grey or pale bronze in color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this was one of Esterbrook's most popular pens, we sort our stock by vintage and offer you a choice between the different versions produced throughout the company's history. Before 1940, the #988 Radio Pen was hand-ground, and these pens are regarded as more consistent and a bit more flexible. After 1940, Esterbrook switched to groove-stamping, an automated process. The newer nibs are more commonly found today, and they are still superior to most modern alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Groove-Stamped (Post-1940)","offer_id":43679426871554,"sku":"798237950532","price":2.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hand-Ground (Pre-1940)","offer_id":43679426904322,"sku":"798237950761","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook988radiopow-1.jpg?v=1680399301"},{"product_id":"vintage-esterbrook-442-jackson-stub","title":"Esterbrook Jackson Stub #442 Pen Nib (Vintage - 1950s)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Esterbrook #442 Jackson Stub nib is a medium-width, stub shaped dip pen for general writing and drawing. It's a relatively firm nib, though some line variation is achievable. The flat, \"stub\" writing surface moves very smoothly on paper and makes a pleasing line even for print writing. This pen was manufactured by R. Esterbrook and Co., America's first pen company, in the mid-20th century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 70-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43653022515458,"sku":"798237950549","price":2.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook442jacksonstubpow-1.jpg?v=1680400797"},{"product_id":"palmer-8-pointed-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Palmer #8 Pointed Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Palmer Method was more than a system of handwriting—it was \u003cem\u003ethe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e system, adopted by 80% of American schools at its peak in 1925. Today, though the Palmer Method has fallen out of favor in schools, much of the everyday cursive script used by English-language writers is still based on the letterforms and writing motions popularized by Palmer around the turn of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Palmer Method became the dominant way of writing cursive letters, A.N. Palmer \u0026amp; Co. built a multifaceted business that included educational materials, business education courses, and office supplies. These steel dip pens were marketed as part of the Palmer system, and would have been a common sight in schools and offices in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Palmer #8 nib is pointed, capable of nice, fine hairlines and soft enough for swooping calligraphic strokes. The large, fin-shaped side cuts give an unusual level of flexibility to this otherwise standard pointed pen, and the squished-oval vent hole gives it a unique look to match its distinctive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43653023760642,"sku":"798237950563","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/palmermethod8nib-1.jpg?v=1680401803"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-manifold-460-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Manifold #460 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally designed for making carbon copies, the Esterbrook Manifold Pen #460 is a stiff, straight dip pen nib with a rounded point. This design is great for people who write a bit heavy-handed, since it was meant to cope with the force of making several copies. The Manifold Pen has more line variation than a fountain pen, but less than most dip pens, so it's easier to control than softer calligraphy pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Esterbrook dip pen, most likely manufactured in the 1940s. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43655040663810,"sku":"798237950594","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook460manifoldpenpow_1of1.jpg?v=1680610642"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-falcon-048-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Falcon #048 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon #048 was the flagship of R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co's line of dip pens, a best-seller that was used by people from all walks of life, in every corner of early 20th century America. Semi-flexible, with a fine point and a large ink capacity, the Falcon was a great general writer and a fixture in local stationers' display cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this was one of Esterbrook's most popular pens, we sort our stock by vintage and offer you a choice between the different versions produced throughout the company's history. Please note the key differences between the four different Falcon models:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1920s — \u003c\/strong\u003eHand-ground from tip to vent hole. Most flexible model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1930s —\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-ground from tip to somewhere above vent hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1940s —\u003c\/strong\u003e Modified shape with lower vent hole. Groove stamped near tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1950s — \u003c\/strong\u003eSame shape as 1940s model, but no side cuts. Least flexible model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may also notice other, minor differences between the pens in a particular age grouping, since Esterbrook often made small changes to this pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 70-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"1920s","offer_id":43698515673346,"sku":"798237950921","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1930s","offer_id":43698515706114,"sku":"798237950938","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1940s","offer_id":43698515738882,"sku":"798237950945","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1950s","offer_id":43698515640578,"sku":"798237950600","price":2.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/four-falcons-by-year.jpg?v=1683562753"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-920-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #920 Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEsterbrook's \"Radio Pen\" line was an odd marketing tactic of the early 20th century. Faced with an increasingly crowded pen market and searching for ways to promote a product list that stretched into the hundreds of models, Esterbrook chose a couple of dozen popular models and began selling them all as Radio Pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadio Pens are derived from older models in Esterbrook's line—in this case, the #920 Radio Pen is a recast of the classic #048 Falcon. Featuring the same winged, high-ink-capacity shape and the same medium-fine tip, this Radio Pen version also has a shiny chrome finish, grinding or groove stamping near the tip, and side cuts for extra flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 90-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43659268915458,"sku":"798237950617","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook920RadioPennibPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1680913905"},{"product_id":"perry-manifold-103-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Perry Manifold #103 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally designed for making carbon copies, the Perry Manifold Pen #460 is a stiff, straight dip pen nib with a rounded point. This design is great for people who write a bit heavy-handed, since it was meant to cope with the force of making several copies. Perry's Manifold Pen is very firm, with little line variation—less even than some fountain pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Perry \u0026amp; Co. dip pen, made about 80 years ago. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43659271143682,"sku":"798237950624","price":2.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Perry_Co_s103ManifoldpennibPOW_1of1_copy.jpg?v=1680973379"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-bank-pen-14-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Bank Pen Nib #14 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA common office supply in their day, Esterbrook Bank Pens have been prized by artists ever since they were discontinued in the 1970s. Today, there is very little new stock available of these early 20th century pens. (Even rarer is the chrome \"Radio Pen 914\" version, added later to Esterbrook's lineup, which was famously used by Charles Schulz.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our extensive testing of vintage Esterbrooks, the #14 Bank Pen is definitely a standout. It's unusually large at 42 mm long and 6 mm wide, with a slightly tapered body and a fountain-shaped vent hole. Quite a bit of ink can be loaded without loss of control, and you can write with an Esterbrook Bank Pen at a variety of different letter sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of Bank Pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677861576962,"sku":"798237950655","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/esterbrook-bank-pen-1920s-pow_75a9b30d-f0b7-421d-83e3-3ea16c5a5680.jpg?v=1713816118"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-extra-fine-elastic-128-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Extra Fine Elastic #128 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEsterbrook Extra Fine Elastic #128 is a classic calligrapher's pen, with a very fine tip and supple flexibility for flowing, variable-weight lines. It's a short and easy-to-handle nib, allowing for a variety of different grip styles and script possibilities. This was a popular model in Esterbrook's lineup, and it was manufactured from the late 19th century through at least the 1950s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of Extra Fine Elastic Pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43677964861698,"sku":"798237950662","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook128EFElastic1930sPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1682113347"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-easy-writer-130-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Easy Writer #130 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the best all-around writers in Esterbrook's huge range—the #130 Easy Writer features moderate flexibility, great ink capacity, and a smoother writing touch than other pointed pens. Excellent as a drawing nib, since it can make fine and consistent lines with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #130 Easy Writers is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. 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Esterbrook highlighted this ease of use in almost a century of advertising, with many spots proclaiming \"what a relief!\" it is to use a #314.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our tests, we found that the Relief Pen is, in fact, very easy to use compared with other dip pens, with a broad, smooth stub tip that makes sketchy, playful lettering without getting messy. The Relief Pen has a little flex, but it's definitely on the stiff side—as with many stubs, you're meant to achieve line variation by changing direction, not changing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of Relief Pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period. (In addition, brass shows much more variation than steel, so Relief Pens in particular do vary in appearance.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43678716363010,"sku":"798237950716","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook314pow_1of1.jpg?v=1682172081"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-judges-quill-312-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Judge's Quill #312 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirm and fine, with a neat line that varies mainly by writing direction, the Judge's Quill is a no-nonsense dip pen for writing and drawing in a variety of styles. The long steel body holds a generous amount of ink with each dip, which made this a popular style of nib during the early 20th century heyday of metal dip pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #312 Judge's Quill pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43679167054082,"sku":"798237950723","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook312JudgesQuill1930s-40sPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1682187305"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-probate-313-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Probate #313 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook #313 Probate Pen is a long, slanted stub with a bold tip and moderate flexibility. A nice choice for larger handwriting, the Probate has a long body with good ink capacity and a distinctive crescent moon vent hole to regulate ink flow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #313 Probate pens was manufactured in the 1920s and 1930s, and these nibs feature the hand-ground tips that were typical of that era. 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Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43679185764610,"sku":"798237950730","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook313ProbatePOW_1of1.jpg?v=1682213417"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-inflexible-322-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Inflexible #322 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly for modern users, the Esterbrook Inflexible #322 nib actually does have some flex—like virtually all dip pens. But it is quite stiff, and it's easy to make consistent and precise marks with this classic nib. Leaf-shaped and sharp-tipped, the Inflexible #322 has an oversized vent hole and very consistent flow. It's a great dip pen for beginners, because stiff nibs are easier to handle for people accustomed to modern writing instruments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #322 Inflexible Pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. 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Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43679214076162,"sku":"798237950747","price":3.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook322InflexiblePOW_1of1.jpg?v=1682188914"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-accountant-555-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Accountant #555 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook Accountant #555 looks like a serious pen, with a sharp point, dark steel grey finish, and faceted, angular design. Originally meant for filling in long tables of figures, the Accountant naturally suits small writing. A line of text with this pen only measures about 3 mm high, well inside the 5 mm gridlines that are standard in many notebooks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you might imagine, a pen this precise is also a great choice for drawing. Fine, continuous hairlines are easily achieved, and the nib has plenty of flexibility for expressive drawing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur current stock of Accountant Pens dates to the 1940s. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43680977289474,"sku":"798237950792","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/EsterbrookAccountant555POW_1of1.jpg?v=1682281989"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-federal-pen-717-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Federal Pen #717 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful Esterbrook #717 Federal Pen is pretty hard to find these days, unlike some of its more common relatives from the early 20th century. These sharp-pointed spoon pens were made in the 1930s and designed with a neoclassical detail at the waist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-ground at the tip and featuring large, L-shaped side cuts, the Federal Pen is quite flexible. But it's precise, not soft or hard to control, and with a reasonably soft touch, the Federal Pen is an excellent writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43681176355074,"sku":"798237950808","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/Esterbrook717FederalPenPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1682285685"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-oval-point-668-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Oval Point #668 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a smooth, rounded, upturned tip and a very large surface area, the Esterbrook Oval Point #668 is a workhorse writer that makes a bold mark. Suitable for all kinds of general writing and correspondence, as well as certain calligraphic styles that work with a firm pen. It's also a great drawing pen; try pairing the #668 with india ink or sumi ink for permanent, dynamic drawings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #668 Oval Points is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1930s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43681214333186,"sku":"798237950815","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/esterbrook668.jpg?v=1772461280"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-school-medium-firm-702-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook School Medium Firm #702 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook #702 is distinguished by its uniquely shaped vent hole and large, tapered body. These #702s are stamped \"School Medium Firm,\" but Esterbrook previously sold this pen stamped \"#702 Modified Slant\" with the same design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic, all-purpose design suitable for writing, drawing, and calligraphy. This sharp-pointed pen is finished with curved side cuts and groove stamping. The #702 has some flex and can make a range of lines from very fine to about 0.9 mm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pens were produced in the 1940s. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43681346978050,"sku":"798237950822","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/esterbrook702pow_1of1.jpg?v=1682292316"},{"product_id":"penna-antonelliana-378-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Penna Antonelliana #378 Eiffel Tower Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fine-tipped, semi-flex nib was made by the Italian manufacturer Penna Antonelliana—we think sometime in the 1950s. For unknown reasons, they are shaped like the Eiffel Tower, 850 km away from the \u003cem\u003eMole Antonelliana\u003c\/em\u003e, an Italian tower that looks nothing like this nib.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn any case, it is a nice writer that holds considerable ink in all its curves and cutouts. Good for writing or detailed drawing, the #378 is both nostalgic and practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item. Limited stock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43681358381314,"sku":"798237950785","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/eiffeltowernibpow_1of1.jpg?v=1682293543"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-913-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #913 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEsterbrook's \"Radio Pen\" line was an odd marketing tactic of the early 20th century. Faced with an increasingly crowded pen market and searching for ways to promote a product list that stretched into the hundreds of models, Esterbrook chose a couple of dozen popular models and began selling them all as Radio Pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe #913 Radio Pen is a recast of the best-selling #313 Probate Pen, a long, slanted stub with a bold tip and moderate flexibility. A nice choice for larger handwriting, the Probate has a long body with good ink capacity and a distinctive crescent moon vent hole to regulate ink flow. The Radio Pen version was chrome-plated, but there are no other differences to the design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #913 Radio Pens was manufactured between 1920 and 1960; earlier pens were hand-ground and later pens were groove-stamped. You may also notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43681510621442,"sku":"798237950839","price":2.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/EsterbrookRadioPen913POW_1of1.jpg?v=1682304691"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-921-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #921 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlike many of Esterbrook's Radio Pen models, the #921 doesn't seem to derive from one of the company's previous bestsellers. It is an odd little spoon-shaped nib with a large oval vent hole, a sharp point, and firm-flex handling. We really like it for small lettering and detailed drawing. In these applications, its small size and firmness are great assets, making neat lines easy and blotches quite rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the rest of the expansive Radio Pen family, the #921 is finished in bright chrome. These nibs, manufactured in the 1940s, are neither ground nor groove-stamped at the tips, which may contribute to their firm feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684503552258,"sku":"798237950846","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/EsterbrookRadioPen921POW_1of1.jpg?v=1682440941"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-940-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #940 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on the earlier Esterbrook Transmitter Pen #672, the chrome-plated Radio Pen #940 is a large, firm nib with an upturned tip for general writing. When used at a low angle, the #940 makes a bold (about 1 mm), smooth line, and when used at a steeper angle, it can make fine marks. Limited flexibility, which makes this a great pen for correspondence and other everyday writing tasks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the rest of the expansive Radio Pen family, the #940 is finished in bright chrome. These nibs, manufactured in the 1940s, are neither ground nor groove-stamped at the tips, which may contribute to their firm feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684553294082,"sku":"798237950853","price":3.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/EsterbrookRadioPen940POW_1of1_603ec0bd-97fd-466d-bb49-3126e4668dca.jpg?v=1682442456"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-radio-pen-922-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Radio Pen #922 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe chrome-plated Radio Pen #922 was a recast of Esterbrook's classic Inflexible #322, and in our tests the two nibs have identical writing characteristics. The #922 has a small amount of flex, but it's quite stiff, and it's easy to make consistent and precise marks with this classic nib. Leaf-shaped and sharp-tipped, the Radio Pen #922 has an oversized vent hole and very consistent flow. It's a great dip pen for beginners, because stiff nibs are easier to handle for people accustomed to modern writing instruments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #922 Radio Pens is mixed in origin and manufacture date, with some made as early as the 1920s and others made as late as the 1950s. Therefore, you may notice small differences in the shape, finish, stamp, and grind, since Esterbrook changed its production practices several times during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43684613325058,"sku":"798237950860","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/esterbrook922pow_1of1.jpg?v=1692317864"},{"product_id":"eagle-bank-pen-nib-e40-vintage","title":"Eagle Bank Pen Nib E40 (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"Bank Pen,\" a large straight pen with a pointed tip, medium width, and medium flex, was a very popular style in the early 20th century. Eagle Pencil was not primarily a manufacturer of steel pens, but they did offer a selection of well-made nibs, including a Bank Pen. It's a great writer and its expressive lines suggest that it would be a lovely sketching tool, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAbout Eagle Pencil Co.:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1859 in New York, Eagle Pencil Co. was a big player in the 19th and 20th century rush to produce writing and art supplies domestically. Known mainly for their pencils, which were eventually rebranded \"Berol,\" Eagle Pencil sold many different writing products in its heyday. They're thought to have created the first cartridge fountain pen (it used a glass vial) in the 1890s, and an Eagle subsidiary built the pencil industry's first sawmill in California.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43687712358658,"sku":"798237950877","price":2.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/EaglePencilCoE40BankNib_1of1.jpg?v=1682698043"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-oval-point-805-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Oval Point #805 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook #805 may look familiar—it has the same winged shape as Esterbrook's best-sellers, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/esterbrook-falcon-048-pen-nib-vintage\"\u003e#048 Falcon\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/vintage-esterbrook-442-jackson-stub\"\u003e#442 Jackson Stub\u003c\/a\u003e. The #805 Oval Point may have been the company's attempt to fill a gap in their falcon-shaped range: the 048 is a pointed pen and the 442 is a stub, while the #805 is an upturned oval point—the smoothest and most casual of the three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of #805 Oval Points was manufactured in the 1940s and features a steel grey color, groove stamping near the tip, side cuts for flexibility, and good ink capacity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43693777158402,"sku":"798237950884","price":2.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/esterbrookovalpoint805_1of1.jpg?v=1683086369"},{"product_id":"mitchell-0784m-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Mitchell #0784M Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe relatively broad, smooth-writing #0784M dip pen was made by England's William Mitchell and Co. It's a rounded-tip, semi-flex pen with fins for extra ink capacity and a bronze finish. They were made for general use and also for companies and schools, so some nibs in our stock are marked \"Birmingham Education\" and others are marked \"Post Office Pen.\" They are otherwise identical.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock of Mitchell #0784M nibs was manufactured around the middle of the 20th century. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43694119223554,"sku":"798237950891","price":2.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/0874MEducationWMMitchellNib_1of1.jpg?v=1683117793"},{"product_id":"esterbrook-oval-point-788-gp-gold-plated-nib-vintage","title":"Esterbrook Oval Point #788-GP Gold Plated Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful and very rare, this gold-plated Esterbrook #788 dip pen was the premium model offered to well-heeled customers in the 1930s. Today, the standard steel-grey version can still be found regularly if you know where to look, but the gold-plated nibs are increasingly hard to find, even in small quantities. They feel a bit smoother than the steel version, and they're nicely hand-ground at the tip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Esterbrook Oval Point #788, with a firm and easy-to-use upturned point, was one of the most popular writing pens of its day, following in the footsteps of several other successful Esterbrook spoon pens. As the #788 became one of the company's best-sellers, it also became the prototype for several similar models in the 1930s and 1940s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 90-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. You may notice harmless discolorations and scuffs, but each nib has been individually checked for rust and other defects by our experts and is ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout R: Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co.:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1856, R. Esterbrook \u0026amp; Co. was the United States' very first manufacturer of steel dip pens. Formerly, these important 19th century tools had to be imported from Europe, but Richard Esterbrook brought expertise and craftspeople from England and opened a factory in Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years until the company finally went out of business in 1970, Esterbrook produced the finest steel pens in the country, with a level of quality and a range of shapes that would put contemporary nib manufacturers to shame. Whenever we're able to get our hands on a vintage batch of Esterbrook pens, we're excited to offer them to you. Supplies, of course, are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43697881153794,"sku":"798237950907","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/Esterbrook788GoldPlatedPOW_1of1.jpg?v=1683498678"},{"product_id":"perry-28-spear-pointed-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Perry #28 Spear-Pointed Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFine and very flexible, with an elegantly tapered tip, the Perry #28 Spear-Pointed Pen Nib is one of our favorite vintage finds this year. With a large, round vent hole and delicately hand-ground tines, it's an example of the lovely craftsmanship that characterized the Birmingham, England pen trade of the early 20th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Perry \u0026amp; Co. dip pen, made about 90 years ago. Thanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), they are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43708524790018,"sku":"798237950952","price":3.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/perry28spearpenpow_1of1.jpg?v=1684424908"},{"product_id":"vintage-pen-booster-pack","title":"Vintage Pen Booster Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eRandomly selected from our large inventory of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/vintage-stock\"\u003evintage dip pen nibs\u003c\/a\u003e, the Vintage Pen Booster Pack is a great way to experience a variety of nibs and mix up your drawing or lettering practice. You'll get six vintage pens, made by an assortment of manufacturers in the early to mid-20th century. We have vintage pens from the US, England, France, Italy, and Spain at the moment, so your Booster Pack will likely contain a global mix of makers' marks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Vintage Pen Booster Pack comes in a 5 mL Tuff Vial with blue screw cap. This can be used for nib storage or to hold ink. We like to fan out the nibs in the upturned cap while we work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use these nibs, you'll need a standard pen holder and an ink of your choice. You can find both in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\"\u003eour dip pen department.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43712027459842,"sku":"798237950969","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/vintagenibboosterpackpow_1of1.jpg?v=1684709250"},{"product_id":"boira-corte-espanol-5-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Boira Corte Español #5 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis short, chrome-finish stub pen is an excellent writer with a smooth feel and surprisingly good ink capacity for its short size. Made in Barcelona around 1940, the Corte Español #5 was part of Boira's range of stub pens in a variety of widths. We like this one for correspondence and sketching, with a downstroke width around 1.5 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43712028868866,"sku":"798237950976","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/boiracorteespanolpow-1.jpg?v=1684709978"},{"product_id":"presbitero-522-ric-inflexible-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Presbitero 522-RIC Inflexible Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor monoline lettering with pen and ink, this vintage Italian dip pen is an excellent choice. In the early 20th century, ball-tipped pens without line variation were frequently called \"Inflexible\" pens, and they were used for writing that needed to be uniform and unadorned, like columns of numbers and figures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresbitero was one of the first Italian manufacturers of steel nibs. Founder Pietro Presbitero opened up shop in Milan in 1920 at the height of the steel-pen era. The company also manufactured pencils and other office supplies until its eventual sale to the Italian art supply conglomerate FILA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43712067666178,"sku":"798237950983","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/presbitero522-ric_1of1.jpg?v=1684721943"},{"product_id":"myers-co-post-office-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Myers \u0026 Son Post Office Pen Nib #1896F (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly bold and expressive, the Myers Post Office Pen is a classic office nib with a subtly stub-shaped tip and semi-flex touch. Because of its large body and vent hole, this pen can hold a considerable volume of ink, so it's a practical choice for correspondence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in England.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43712074383618,"sku":"798237950990","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/myerspopen_1of1.jpg?v=1684723120"},{"product_id":"presbitero-507-ef-pointed-pen-vintage","title":"Presbitero 507-EF Pointed Pen (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fine-tipped falcon nib from Italian maker Presbitero is a real gem in our vintage collection, although it's relatively anonymous in the 20th century history of pens. The 507-EF is quite fine and pleasingly springy—capable of substantial line variation, but offering good control at small letter heights. Long and wide, the 507-EF has ink capacity well above average, making it a very pleasant pen for lettering projects and illustration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresbitero was one of the first Italian manufacturers of steel nibs. Founder Pietro Presbitero opened up shop in Milan in 1920 at the height of the steel-pen era. The company also manufactured pencils and other office supplies until its eventual sale to the Italian art supply conglomerate FILA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 80-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43712096239874,"sku":"798237951003","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/presbitero507ef_1of1.jpg?v=1684726953"},{"product_id":"penna-lancia-920ef-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Penna Lancia 920EF Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis midcentury, Italian-made \"crown pen\" features a specially shaped area in the center with cutouts to allow the nib to flex slightly in the center. Crown pens were very popular in the early 20th century because of their uniquely bouncy feel on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenna Lancia 920EF is a very nice example of the crown nib genre, with a smooth fine point that's easy to control and pleasant to write with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these 70-year-old pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. 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