{"title":"Dip Pens \u0026 Holders","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"brause-index-finger-dip-pen-nib","title":"#29 Index Finger Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Brause Index Finger nib is a firm, medium-width pointed pen in a clever finger shape. It's manufactured to the highest standards at Brause's factory in Iserlohn, Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: almost all pen nibs, new and vintage, are coated with a varnish that needs to be removed before use. Otherwise the ink won't stick to the nib properly and you'll mess up your paper. To remove the varnish, just dip the pen in ink and wipe it off, then repeat once or twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\"\u003eShop our collection of dip pens, nibs, and accessories.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12181853175891,"sku":"747989312396","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brause29indexfinger_1of1.jpg?v=1666642942"},{"product_id":"universal-pen-cleaner","title":"Universal Pen Cleaner","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe mix this pen cleaning solution right here in our St. Louis, Missouri store. It removes ink from steel pen nibs and works as a pen flush for fountain pens. Use it with a rag to wipe your nibs clean after use, or soak crusted nibs in the solution overnight. It works with all sorts of inks, and it won't harm your pen nib.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 120 mL size has a twist top with nozzle and the 480 mL size has a metal screw cap with a wide nozzle built into the bottle's neck. You can remove the nozzle on either size bottle for dispensing into other containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains ammonia. Keep away from children and never mix with other cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/blunt-tip-ink-syringe-5-ml\"\u003ePair with our Blunt-Tip Ink Syringe to flush fountain pens with ease.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"120 mL","offer_id":12181855862867,"sku":"747989311993","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"480 mL","offer_id":12181855895635,"sku":"747989312297","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/universalpencleanerpow-1.jpg?v=1675874665"},{"product_id":"brause-cito-fein-nib","title":"Cito Fein Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuitable for drawing or writing, the Brause Cito Fein nib is both beautiful and easy to use. The rounded tip is great for dip pen beginners, because it won't scrape the paper like a pointed pen. It's also good for surfaces that are not smooth enough for pointed nibs, like some envelopes and stationery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCito Fein is unique in that it is a rounded nib that's actually flexible. Most round points are stiff, with very little line variation. Cito Fein has medium flex, so you can make an expressive line with no scratchiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/search?q=pen+holder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDip pen holder\u003c\/a\u003e not included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShop our collection of dip pens, nibs, and accessories.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37957795152051,"sku":"798237950631","price":2.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brausecitofein_1of1.jpg?v=1610483504"},{"product_id":"sakura-wood-pen-holder","title":"Sakura Wood Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eDip pen holders are often overlooked, even by the artists and calligraphers who use them most, because after all, it's the nib that makes the mark. But in our experience, using a good pen holder makes it easier to realize your vision and reduce mistakes. The holder's body should be balanced and comfortable, and its nib mount should be secure and easy to use. Most cheap holders have maybe one of these features. Kakimori's artisan-made pen holders have all of them—plus, they're made with natural materials for a stunning look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kakimori Sakura Wood Pen Holder, made from Japanese cherry by local woodworkers.  It's sanded perfectly smooth and treated with a nearly invisible coat of ink-resistant finish, so you have a moment to clean off stray ink before it absorbs into the wood. The organic surface and the understated, graceful appearance of natural cherry wood are on full display, without a thick coat of lacquer to obscure them. The holder is gently tapered toward the back, with a low center of gravity and a perfect 7\" length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Kakimori dip pen holder is fitted with a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. Use your Kakimori pen holder with all shapes and sizes of dip pen nibs, including the incredible \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Brass Nib.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a triangular Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"all: initial;\" class=\"notranslate\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42196482457858,"sku":"798237948720","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/kakimorinewpenholderspow-3.jpg?v=1693952199"},{"product_id":"kakimori-brass-nib","title":"Kakimori Brass Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe don't often see genuinely new tools for artists. More commonly, manufacturers announce refinements to existing products, new colors, etc., but the analog art materials business is a very old one, and it's often thought that there's nothing really new to be invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brass dip pen nib from Kakimori is a rare exception. We've never seen anything quite like it: a conical nib with eight capillary slits carved into the sides, capable of holding a surprising amount of ink near the surface of the nib. Submerge the Kakimori Brass Nib in pigment ink, liquid watercolor, or any other water-based artist ink, and it quickly fills with color. Then, you can write or draw for a long time before needing to dip again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not just the high capacity that distinguishes this nib from traditional dip pens. It's an incredibly expressive sketching tool, because the ink is continually drawn to the variously shaped surfaces of the nib through capillary action. The ink doesn't run and drip; it adheres to the tip and the wider, wedge-shaped areas around it. As a result of this unique design, you can quickly transition between line weights, shapes, and flow rates by turning and angling the nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause you can use it with such a wide range of wet media, the Kakimori Brass Nib is truly a game-changer for artists in a variety of disciplines. Calligraphers will appreciate the ability to write longer pieces without constant re-inking and the unique line transitions this nib offers. Illustrators and cartoonists can pair the ease of use of a fountain pen with their favorite pigment inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd if you enjoy watercolor sketching, the Brass Nib might just change the way you work. Fill it with liquid watercolor and draw freely on watercolor paper, then use a wet brush to blend and texture your piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say, we've really enjoyed our studio time with the Kakimori Brass Nib, and we're thrilled to be among the first retailers to offer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits in standard dip pen holders. We recommend pairing your Brass Nib with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/sakura-wood-pen-holder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Pen Holder\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pigment-ink-02-torori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Pigment Ink\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaged in a Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42199952425218,"sku":"798237948577","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/kakimorimetalnibspow2023-1.jpg?v=1679775530"},{"product_id":"kakimori-stainless-steel-nib","title":"Kakimori Stainless Steel Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe don't often see genuinely new tools for artists. More commonly, manufacturers announce refinements to existing products, new colors, etc., but the analog art materials business is a very old one, and it's often thought that there's nothing really new to be invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel dip pen nib from Kakimori is a rare exception. We've never seen anything quite like it: a conical nib with eight capillary slits carved into the sides, capable of holding a surprising amount of ink near the surface of the nib. Submerge the Kakimori Stainless Steel Nib in pigment ink, liquid watercolor, or any other water-based artist ink, and it quickly fills with color. Then, you can write or draw for a long time before needing to dip again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not just the high capacity that distinguishes this nib from traditional dip pens. It's an incredibly expressive sketching tool, because the ink is continually drawn to the variously shaped surfaces of the nib through capillary action. The ink doesn't run and drip; it adheres to the tip and the wider, wedge-shaped areas around it. As a result of this unique design, you can quickly transition between line weights, shapes, and flow rates by turning and angling the nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine-pointed stainless steel nib is the first dip pen we've ever considered using for everyday writing and note-taking, because you can fill a whole page in a small notebook with just one dip. That makes this a genuinely practical option to turn your best, most beautiful inks into journal entries and to-do lists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur test artist, who specializes in cartooning, also loved the Stainless Steel Nib as a surprisingly precise and versatile drawing tool. He used it almost like a brush pen, quickly defining both sharp lines and more painterly areas rendered with the sides of the nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say, we've really enjoyed our studio time with the Kakimori Stainless Steel Nib, and we're thrilled to be among the first retailers to offer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits in standard dip pen holders. We recommend pairing your Stainless Steel Nib with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/sakura-wood-pen-holder\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/sakura-wood-pen-holder\"\u003eKakimori Pen Holder\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pigment-ink-02-torori\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pigment-ink-02-torori\"\u003eKakimori Pigment Ink\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more creative options, pair this precise, sharp-pointed steel nib with the smoother, broader \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/raphael\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\"\u003eKakimori Brass Nib\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're choosing between the two Kakimori nibs, we recommend the Brass Nib if you'll mostly use it for drawing and the Stainless Steel Nib if you plan to use it for writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaged in a Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42508069634306,"sku":"798237948713","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/kakimorimetalnibspow2023-2_250ea71b-8858-4888-8b01-1171a4533ae3.jpg?v=1679775632"},{"product_id":"kakimori-aluminum-pen-holder","title":"Aluminum Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eDip pen holders are often overlooked, even by the artists and calligraphers who use them most, because after all, it's the nib that makes the mark. But in our experience, using a good pen holder makes it easier to realize your vision and reduce mistakes. The holder's body should be balanced and comfortable, and its nib mount should be secure and easy to use. Most cheap holders have maybe one of these features. Kakimori's artisan-made pen holders have all of them—plus, they're made with top-quality materials for a stunning look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kakimori Aluminum Pen Holder, machined from solid aluminum in a perfectly tapered, 7\" long shape. At 1.4 oz, it's the heaviest pen holder we've ever held, so if you tend to find other holders insubstantial, this is a perfect tool for you. The brushed finish will never rust or degrade, and its subtle reflection of light is a nice counterpoint to the complex wood grain of Kakimori's other pen holders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Kakimori dip pen holder is fitted with a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. Use your Kakimori pen holder with all shapes and sizes of dip pen nibs, including the incredible \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\"\u003eKakimori Brass Nib\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-stainless-steel-nib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKakimori Stainless Steel Nib\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaged in a triangular Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notranslate\" style=\"all: initial;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42547638173954,"sku":"798237948492","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/kakimori-aluminum-pen-holder-pow.jpg?v=1666643744"},{"product_id":"nikko-n-5-school-pen-nib-set-of-10","title":"Nikko N-5 School Pen Nib, Set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eFiner and stiffer than the better-known \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/nikko-g-pen-nib-set-of-10\"\u003eNikko G Pen Nib\u003c\/a\u003e, the N-5 School Pen Nib is a great choice for smaller lettering or detailed illustration work. Fine, continuous hairlines are easily achievable with a light touch, and more variation is possible with firm pressure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer the Nikko N-5 School Pen Nib in a set of 10, with a reusable plastic case and a small sheet of anti-rust paper to protect your nibs. It's nice to have replacements ready, because after metal nibs are used for a while, they lose some of their tensile strength and become less precise. You can tell it's time for a new nib when you can clearly see daylight between the tines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all standard pen holders, including Tachikawa's popular T-25, T-36, and T-40 pen holders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Tachikawa \u0026amp; Co., Ltd.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachikawa, founded in 1935, is Japan's foremost manufacturer of metal dip pens. Both the Tachikawa and Nikko Pen brands are produced at Tachikawa's Iga City factory, an hour east of Osaka. Tachikawa nibs are world-renowned for their precision, flex, and durability, and have been used by professional illustrators for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tachikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42547953336578,"sku":"4985680301776","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/nikko-n-5-set-of-10-pow.jpg?v=1647734672"},{"product_id":"tachikawa-t-25-pen-nib-holder","title":"Tachikawa T-25 Pen Holder, Natural Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe compact, dependable Tachikawa T-25 Pen Holder is an absolute classic, used by illustrators and calligraphers everywhere. Made from natural wood with a simple clear coat of lacquer, and smoothly tapered toward the back of the pen, the T-25 is both attractive and easy to use for long inking sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Tachikawa pen nib holders, the T-25 features a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse our selection of nibs and holders\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your pen-and-ink toolbox.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 125 mm (4.9\") without a nib attached. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Tachikawa \u0026amp; Co., Ltd.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachikawa, founded in 1935, is Japan's foremost manufacturer of metal dip pens. Both the Tachikawa and Nikko Pen brands are produced at Tachikawa's Iga City factory, an hour east of Osaka. Tachikawa nibs are world-renowned for their precision, flex, and durability, and have been used by professional illustrators for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tachikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42547983778050,"sku":"4985680300700","price":8.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/tachikawa-t-25-pen-holder-pow.jpg?v=1647735788"},{"product_id":"tachikawa-t-36-pen-holder","title":"Tachikawa T-36 Pen Holder, White Grip","description":"\u003cp\u003eTachikawa's T-36 Pen Holder is an upgraded version of the classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/tachikawa-t-25-pen-nib-holder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eT-25\u003c\/a\u003e, featuring a longer body and a firm rubber grip for comfort and control. The body is made of natural wood with clear lacquer that highlights the wood grain. With a nib mounted, the T-36 is very well balanced, and several different hand positions are possible with the gently contoured grip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Tachikawa pen nib holders, the T-36 features a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse our selection of nibs and holders\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your pen-and-ink toolbox.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 140 mm (5.5\") without a nib attached. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Tachikawa \u0026amp; Co., Ltd.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachikawa, founded in 1935, is Japan's foremost manufacturer of metal dip pens. Both the Tachikawa and Nikko Pen brands are produced at Tachikawa's Iga City factory, an hour east of Osaka. Tachikawa nibs are world-renowned for their precision, flex, and durability, and have been used by professional illustrators for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tachikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42547997311234,"sku":"4985680301332","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/tachikawa-t-36-pen-holder-pow.jpg?v=1647736297"},{"product_id":"tachikawa-t-40-pen-holder","title":"Tachikawa T-40 Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eLike its siblings, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/tachikawa-t-25-pen-nib-holder\"\u003eT-25\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/tachikawa-t-36-pen-holder\"\u003eT-36\u003c\/a\u003e Pen Holders, the Tachikawa T-40 is made from natural wood and finished with clear lacquer that highlights the wood grain. But this deluxe model has a few tricks up its sleeve. Most notably, it features a plastic cap that protects the point from physical damage and slows oxidation of the metal nib. This is a pen holder that you can toss in your bag with its nib still attached!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tachikawa T-40 Pen Holder is also longer and wider than the T-25 or T-36, which is nice for those with larger hands or those who simply prefer a more substantial pen holder. There's a firm rubber grip for extra comfort and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Tachikawa pen nib holders, the T-40 features a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse our selection of nibs and holders\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your pen-and-ink toolbox.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 188 mm (7.4\") capped. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Tachikawa \u0026amp; Co., Ltd.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachikawa, founded in 1935, is Japan's foremost manufacturer of metal dip pens. Both the Tachikawa and Nikko Pen brands are produced at Tachikawa's Iga City factory, an hour east of Osaka. Tachikawa nibs are world-renowned for their precision, flex, and durability, and have been used by professional illustrators for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tachikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42548002619650,"sku":"4985680301257","price":10.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/tachikawa-t-40-pen-holder-pow.jpg?v=1647737022"},{"product_id":"ergonomic-pen-holder","title":"Ergonomic Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis classic, comfortable wooden pen holder is made in Iserlohn, Germany by Brause, the world's premier manufacturer of traditional dip pens. It‘s compatible with most dip pens—the flexible metal nib mount can accept nibs with various diameters, excluding only tube nibs and crowquills, which require a different holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time-tested design of the Brause Ergonomic Pen Holder has made it a customer favorite since we opened in 2015. The triangular grip helps put your hand in the best position for writing and drawing. The center of gravity is low, which eases the strain of long writing sessions, and the smooth, lacquered finish is pleasant to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 7\" long. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eA dip pen nib is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens-brushes-ink\"\u003eBrowse our selection of dip pens, holders, and ink.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42646286762242,"sku":"3140291016216","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brause-ergonomic-wood-holder-pow.jpg?v=1649817309"},{"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":"dynalon-tuff-vial","title":"Tuff Vial with Cap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese polycarbonate vials are made of virtually indestructible, hard, crystal-clear plastic. Available in 5 mL and 10 mL sizes, the Tuff Vial is ideal for holding small amounts of ink and fluid paint for use in the studio. We especially like it as an inexpensive, easily storable inkwell. A standard dip pen easily fits into the wide mouth of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5 mL size measures 2.2\" x 0.75\". The 10 mL size measures 2.5\" x 0.75\". Both Tuff Vial sizes use the same cap. Made in Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynalon","offers":[{"title":"5 mL","offer_id":44267457282306,"sku":"747989312075","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mL","offer_id":44267457315074,"sku":"785366209754","price":3.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/tuff-vial-5ml-pow.jpg?v=1707503846"},{"product_id":"brause-361-steno-pen-nib","title":"#361 Steno Pen Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrause Steno dip pen nibs are our all-time best seller, and when we're testing a new ink here in the studio, we'll usually grab a Steno. They're really easy to use because of the fine stub tip—a flat but precise writing surface that moves easily across paper and catches less often than a pointed pen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Steno is known for its high ink capacity and its blue color, the combination of which has earned this pen its popular nickname, the \"Blue Pumpkin.\" The large, bulbous surface easily loads with lots of ink, making Steno a nice choice for drawing or writing, not just calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nib has medium flexibility, meaning that it feels firm against the paper but can flex to several times its narrowest line width when pressure is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42683502821634,"sku":"4010962000174","price":2.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brausestenopow.jpg?v=1666642962"},{"product_id":"brause-76-rose-nib","title":"#76 Rose Pen Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe famously flexible Brause #76 Rose Nib is a favorite among professional calligraphers. The Rose Nib feels more like a brush than a pen, with almost no pressure required to spread the tip and create wide, dramatic swells. With a gentle touch, you can also achieve fine hairlines with this popular dip pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend the Rose Nib for intermediate to advanced users, since good hand control is required to handle such a soft pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits standard pen holders—pair your nib with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\"\u003eany pen holder in our shop. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Made in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Dip pen nibs are coated with a varnish that should be removed before use for best results. To remove the varnish, just dip the pen in ink and wipe it off, then repeat once or twice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42691851288834,"sku":"609024808","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brauserosenibpowcorrected_1of1.jpg?v=1666643026"},{"product_id":"kakimori-pen-nib","title":"Kakimori Pen Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eKakimori made its name as a shop in Tokyo where customers could mix their own special colors of ink. So it's only fitting that they would invent a nib that's a dream for ink enthusiasts. The Kakimori Pen Nib is a traditional metal dip pen, meant to be attached to a standard pen holder, but it has the soul of a fountain pen. The smooth, rounded tip writes just like a fine fountain pen, and the Pen Nib's broad, curved surface holds a surprisingly large amount of ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those with a large ink collection (and those who like to write with thick inks that can't flow through fountain pens), the Kakimori Pen Nib is a maintenance-free way to write with just the ink you want. Unlike a fountain pen, the Pen Nib doesn't need to be flushed between colors. It cleans up with a simple rinse and dry, so you can dip it in a different little bottle of magical color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line is fairly constant, with a minimal amount of line variation and a similar width to a Japanese fine or a European extra fine. The precise writing characteristics will depend in large part on the ink you choose. Kakimori Pen Nib works with all kinds of inks, including standard dye-based fountain pen inks, pigmented fountain pen inks, and shellac drawing inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits in standard dip pen holders. We recommend using your Kakimori Pen Nib with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/sakura-wood-pen-holder\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/sakura-wood-pen-holder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Pen Holder\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pigment-ink-02-torori\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pigment-ink-02-torori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Pigment Ink\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more creative options, pair this monoline writing nib with the broader, more variable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\"\u003eKakimori Brass Nib\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\/products\/kakimori-stainless-steel-nib\"\u003eKakimori Stainless Steel Nib\u003c\/a\u003e. All three can be used with the same holder—just rinse your nib and swap it out as needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaged in a Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42735021195522,"sku":"798237948614","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/kakimoripennibpow.jpg?v=1651896044"},{"product_id":"tachikawa-t-36-pen-holder-pink-grip","title":"Tachikawa T-36 Pen Holder, Pink Grip","description":"\u003cp\u003eTachikawa's T-36 Pen Holder is an upgraded version of the classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/tachikawa-t-25-pen-nib-holder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eT-25\u003c\/a\u003e, featuring a longer body and a firm rubber grip for comfort and control. The body is made of natural wood with clear lacquer that highlights the wood grain. With a nib mounted, the T-36 is very well balanced, and several different hand positions are possible with the gently contoured grip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Tachikawa pen nib holders, the T-36 features a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/dip-pens\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse our selection of nibs and holders\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your pen-and-ink toolbox.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 140 mm (5.5\") without a nib attached. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Tachikawa \u0026amp; Co., Ltd.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTachikawa, founded in 1935, is Japan's foremost manufacturer of metal dip pens. Both the Tachikawa and Nikko Pen brands are produced at Tachikawa's Iga City factory, an hour east of Osaka. Tachikawa nibs are world-renowned for their precision, flex, and durability, and have been used by professional illustrators for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tachikawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42757287706882,"sku":"4985680301271","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/tachikawa-t-36-pen-holder-pink-pow.jpg?v=1652361673"},{"product_id":"urushi-pen-holder","title":"Urushi Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDip pen holders are often overlooked, even by the artists and calligraphers who use them most, because after all, it's the nib that makes the mark. But in our experience, using a good pen holder makes it easier to realize your vision and reduce mistakes. The holder's body should be balanced and comfortable, and its nib mount should be secure and easy to use. Most cheap holders have maybe one of these features. Kakimori's artisan-made pen holders have all of them—plus, they're made with natural materials for a stunning look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the Kakimori Urushi Pen Holder, a lovely example of traditional Japanese lacquerware. \u003cem\u003eUrushi\u003c\/em\u003e is the fine craft of applying lacquer in thin, repeated coats, to finish items intended for long and distinguished use. Through this process, the porous wood is thoroughly infused with \u003cem\u003eurushi \u003c\/em\u003elacquer, highlighting the grain and resulting in an elegant matte black finish. Japanese cherry is used for these holders, so the texture and feel are absolutely gorgeous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Kakimori dip pen holder is fitted with a Tachikawa universal nib mount. The Tachikawa mount is a favorite among pros who use ink, like our resident cartoonist Curt. Unlike the Western style dip pen mount with a large, open hole and metal prongs, the plastic press-to-fit Tachikawa mount is rustproof and harder to gum up with ink. It also holds the nib much more securely than metal nib mounts, which lose their tensile strength when used repeatedly.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, a nib is not included. Use your Kakimori pen holder with all shapes and sizes of dip pen nibs, including the incredible \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-brass-nib\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKakimori Brass Nib\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-stainless-steel-nib\"\u003eKakimori Stainless Nib\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/kakimori-pen-nib\"\u003eKakimori Pen Nib\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade product is available to us in very limited quantities, so although we intend to stock it permanently, we will likely sell out between shipments from Japan. If it's not currently in stock, we recommend signing up for a restock notification by clicking the green \"Email When Available\" button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackaged in a triangular Kakimori gift box. Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Kakimori:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eKakimori began as a stationery shop in east Tokyo, and they've quickly become one of the most creative and thoughtful product design firms in our industry. Drawing on a tight-knit network of Japanese artisans and manufacturers, Kakimori offers playful and poetic supplies that bring traditional media into the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/collections\/kakimori\"\u003eBrowse our full Kakimori collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kakimori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42983031701762,"sku":"798237948744","price":89.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/kakimori-pen-holder-urushi-pow.jpg?v=1657586345"},{"product_id":"brause-natural-wood-pen-holder","title":"Natural Wood Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese classic dip pen holders are made from natural wood, lacquered with a transparent, glossy coat. The nib mount is a metal prong style, suitable for all kinds of nibs except \"mapping\" or tube nibs. It also accepts vintage nibs, which have a wider variety of shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color of your pen holder is chosen at random from our stock. Sorry, we can't accommodate requests for a particular color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43493829411074,"sku":"3140290016200","price":6.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brause-natural-wood-penholder-pow-2022.jpg?v=1672515053"},{"product_id":"brause-plakat-poster-nibs","title":"Brause Plakat Poster Nibs","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrause Plakat dip pens are designed for big, bold, blocky marks. This unusual steel nib features an ultra-wide tip with slits to allow ink to flow to the paper's surface. You can make huge, wavy lines or playful, oversized lettering with a Plakat—hence the name, which means \"poster\" in German. Not many dip pens are suitable for making a poster, but these luscious inking tools can accomplish big things.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brause","offers":[{"title":"5 mm","offer_id":43493835931906,"sku":"798237950303","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 mm","offer_id":43493835964674,"sku":"798237950310","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 mm","offer_id":43493835997442,"sku":"798237950327","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/brauseplakat15mmpow-1.jpg?v=1672516315"},{"product_id":"sagittarius-wooden-pen-holder","title":"Sagittarius Wooden Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in Germany from sustainably forested beech, the e+m Sagittarius Pen Holder is simple, ethically sourced, affordable, and beautiful. What more could we ask for in a writing instrument?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSagittarius holders feature a metal nib mount with movable inner prongs that can accommodate most styles and sizes of dip pens. A nib is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e+m","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":43534338359554,"sku":"4260105970868","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Natural","offer_id":43534338392322,"sku":"4260105970851","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":43534338425090,"sku":"4260105970875","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/em-sagittarius-pen-holders-pow.jpg?v=1674406405"},{"product_id":"md-dip-pen","title":"MD Dip Pen","description":"\u003cp\u003eMD Dip Pen is a perfectly simple tool for using your favorite inks on paper. Without a feed or a cartridge, MD Dip Pen only needs a little bit of ink to write several flowing lines of text. So when you change colors, there's no waste or mess. Just rinse your pen in clean water (you can also use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/universal-pen-cleaner\"\u003eUniversal Pen Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e) and switch to another bottle of ink. No waiting for the feed to saturate; no half-empty cartridge to throw away.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib itself is quite familiar to Midori fans—it's the same distinctive 'bird's-beak' steel nib used in Midori \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stlartsupply.mom\/products\/midori-md-fountain-pen\"\u003eMD Fountain Pen\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll notice more flexibility and responsiveness with the Dip Pen version, not because the nib is different but because the feed isn't there to make it stiffer and more precise. MD Dip Pen generally makes broader lines than MD Fountain Pen for the same reason: the ink flow is controlled by gravity, not a fountain pen feed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMD Dip Pen has a very smooth writing touch, especially in comparison to other dip pens, and newcomers to the world of dip pens will have no trouble getting this pen to work properly. This style of pen—a fountain pen nib connected to a dip pen holder—has become quite popular in Japan over the past few years, because it offers the freedom and simplicity of a dip pen without sacrificing writing comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle of MD Dip Pen is a standard European-style pen holder with metal prongs that keep nibs in place, set in a gorgeously minimal MD Cream colored body with a comfortable hexagonal shape. The material used for MD Dip Pen is made from 51% recycled paper fiber and 49% polypropylene, so it reduces the use of plastic. This unique material has an elegant matte finish and matches MD Paper perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43631934079234,"sku":"4902805381239","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/md-dip-pen-pow.jpg?v=1679440572"},{"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. 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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":"curve-pen-holder-aged-oak-with-leonardt-30-nib","title":"Curve Pen Holder, Aged Oak, with Leonardt #30 Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from solid wood in a graceful, curved shape that's pleasant to hold, e+m Curve Pen Holder is a premium option for writing and drawing with dip pens. Balanced and substantial in the hand, Curve offers great ergonomics for a wide range of grip types and hand sizes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen holder also comes very close to being a universal fit for modern and vintage nibs, because the unique ball-shaped nib mount flexes to hold nibs of many sizes and shapes. You can see how it works in our product photos—the nib is held tightly between the rubber mount and the wooden edge of the pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with each Curve Pen Holder is a classic English writing nib: the Leonardt #30 in a bright gold finish. Fairly stiff and subtly stub-shaped at the tip, the Leonardt #30 is intended for general writing and drawing, although it can also be used for some kinds of calligraphic scripts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 6.2\" long without a nib installed. Comes in a slide-out gift box that highlights the legacy of e+m as a family-owned manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePen holder made in Germany; nib made in England.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e+m","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43646348722434,"sku":"4260105976068","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/products\/emcurvepowcorrected-2.jpg?v=1680021549"},{"product_id":"curve-pen-holder-olive-wood-with-leonardt-30-nib","title":"Curve Pen Holder, Olive Wood, with Leonardt #30 Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from solid wood in a graceful, curved shape that's pleasant to hold, e+m Curve Pen Holder is a premium option for writing and drawing with dip pens. Balanced and substantial in the hand, Curve offers great ergonomics for a wide range of grip types and hand sizes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen holder also comes very close to being a universal fit for modern and vintage nibs, because the unique ball-shaped nib mount flexes to hold nibs of many sizes and shapes. You can see how it works in our product photos—the nib is held tightly between the rubber mount and the wooden edge of the pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with each Curve Pen Holder is a classic English writing nib: the Leonardt #30 in a bright gold finish. Fairly stiff and subtly stub-shaped at the tip, the Leonardt #30 is intended for general writing and drawing, although it can also be used for some kinds of calligraphic scripts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 6.2\" long without a nib installed. 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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. 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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. 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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. 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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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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. 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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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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. 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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. 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