FOUNTAIN PEN NIB SIZE GUIDE

Type Line Width Nib Material Size, style Collection
Extra Fine Extra thin / Fine 0.30* Jowo Stainless Steel Extra fine... Extra fine nibs produce the finest lines in the range. Perfect for precise writing and drawing, and suits intricate detailing. If you have small writing then an extra fine is a good shout.
See more 		Rebel Edinburgh... Rebel Edinburgh Revolution
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Fine Thin / fine 0.35-0.40* Jowo Stainless steel A good... A good option for precise writing, and if you like a thinner line on the page or maybe have small handwriting. For finer nibs there is less laydown of ink on the page so it is good for quicker drying and notetaking too.
See more 		Charles Rebel... Charles Rebel Edinburgh Revolution
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Medium Avg lines 0.50-0.70* Jowo Stainless steel A popular... A popular mid-weight nib choice, offering a good balance between thin and thick lines. Medium is great for everyday writing and a good starting point if you’re not sure what nib width to choose.
See more 		Charles Rebel... Charles Rebel Edinburgh Revolution
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Broad Thick 0.80-1.0* Jowo Stainless steel Broad edged... Broad edged nibs offer thicker lines and are ideal for large handwriting, signatures and showcasing ink properties. These nibs are a little more thirsty with each stroke using more ink than a fine nib for example.
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Extra Broad Xtra thick N/A Jowo Stainless steel Make a... Make a statement with an extra broad nib. The bolder line of the extra broad nib is ideal for bold handwriting and headings. Broader nibs generally have more tipping material for a smoother glide on the paper with less paper feedback.
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Extra Fine Flex Varied Varied Jowo Stainless steel To achieve... To achieve line variation, choose a flex nib. Flex nibs allow for thick and thin lines by varying the pressure applied to the nib to allow for more calligraphic styles of writing, as well as adding flourish and decorative expression. Flex nibs feel a little more bouncy.
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Italic Style 1.5 Italic Varied Jowo Stainless steel Tom Hessin... Tom Hessin Calligraphy nib is ideal for italic-style lettering. This nib is sometimes referred to as a Stub Nib. The flat broad tip creates thick and thin lines, and with its rounded edges it is easier to use than a traditional italic nib.
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Type Line thickness Line width Nib manufacturer Nib material Style and size info Collection applicable to
Extra Fine Extra thin / fine lines Approx. 0.30* Jowo Stainless Steel Extra fine nibs produce the finest lines in the range. Perfect for precise writing and drawing, and suits intricate detailing. If you have small writing then an extra fine is a good shout. Rebel, Edinburgh, Revolution
Fine Thin /fine lines Approx. 0.35-0.40* Jowo Stainless Steel** A good option for precise writing, and if you like a thinner line on the page or maybe have small handwriting. For finer nibs there is less laydown of ink on the page so it is good for quicker drying and notetaking too. Charles, Rebel, Edinburgh, Revolution
Medium Average-sized lines Approx. 0.50-0.70* Jowo Stainless Steel** A popular mid-weight nib choice, offering a good balance between thin and thick lines. Medium is great for everyday writing and a good starting point if you’re not sure what nib width to choose. Charles, Rebel, Edinburgh, Revolution
Broad Thick lines Approx. 0.50-0.70* Jowo Stainless Steel** A popular mid-weight nib choice, offering a good balance between thin and thick lines. Medium is great for everyday writing and a good starting point if you’re not sure what nib width to choose Charles, Rebel, Edinburgh, Revolution
Extra Broad Extra thick/ broad lines N/A Jowo Stainless Steel Make a statement with an extra broad nib. The bolder line of the extra broad nib is ideal for bold handwriting and headings. Broader nibs generally have more tipping material for a smoother glide on the paper with less paper feedback. N/A
Extra Fine Flex Varied line width Varied Jowo Stainless Steel To achieve line variation, choose a flex nib. Flex nibs allow for thick and thin lines by varying the pressure applied to the nib to allow for more calligraphic styles of writing, as well as adding flourish and decorative expression. Flex nibs feel a little more bouncy. Charles
Italic Style 1.5 Italic-style/ stub Varied Jowo Stainless Steel Tom Hessin Calligraphy nib is ideal for italic-style lettering. This nib is sometimes referred to as a Stub Nib. The flat broad tip creates thick and thin lines, and with its rounded edges it is easier to use than a traditional italic nib. Charles

ADDITIONAL INFO

Rebel, Edinburgh & Revolution are Jowo #5 nib.
Charles nibs are Jowo #6. Your choice of ink and paper may impact line variation.
A different type of nib e.g Jowo #5 or Jowo #6 may have variation on the page.
*Line widths are approximate and this guide is not exact.
** Fine, Medium & Broad nibs within the Charles Collection are made from Iridium.

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