Tired of broken glass dip pens while sampling ink? Kakimori has developed a great product for this. Kakimori stainless steel nib is a handy dip pen nib that you can use when making ink swatches. Not only that, you can also change the line thickness by changing the angle of the pen. It has a high ink-holding capacity and is easy to clean.
*This listing is for stainless steel nib only — nib holder sold separately. You can purchase the here. Also compatible with universal nib holders.
Kakimori Stainless Steel Nib For Dip Pens
Stainless Steel
Made from rust-resistant and durable stainless steel. A nib designed for long-lasting use.
The stainless steel nib was created as a durable and practical nib. The nib point has been rounded and polished with meticulous care, providing an exceptionally smooth writing experience that defies expectations. Tilt the nib below 45 degrees to create undulating lines and paint strokes. Made to universal specifications to fit all standard nib holders, as well as those from our range.
What you need:
Hold the Metal nib and gently insert it into the nib holder while turning.
Dip the nib in ink to soak, taking care to avoid contact with the base of the ink bottle.
Hold the pen at a 45-degree angle. Tilt the nib below 45 degrees to adjust the line width, or lay it flat to paint. Stainless steel and brass nibs have different characteristics — see the diagram at the end of this page. Initial ink flow may be slow due to the protective coating on the nib and will gradually improve with repeat rinsing and ink application. If ink becomes faint, turn the nib to release more ink from the grooves. One dip holds enough ink to fill a postcard. When setting down your pen, use a pen rest to keep it safely in place.
Rinse the nib in a container of water and dry with a soft, clean cloth. Use a toothbrush to remove stubborn ink in the grooves. If using detergent, a pH neutral detergent is recommended — avoid alkaline detergents as they will damage the nib surface.
Hold the nib and gently pull out of the nib holder while turning. Remove any water from the nib mount by pointing it downwards and blotting with a tissue.
If this Stainless Steel doesn’t suit your style, no problem. You can look at our and .
Our show noticeable sheen and shading and for ink sampling and writing. If you want to see more, we suggest the , which has a thicker 75 gsm paper, and if you are planning to use it for Calligraphy you can check our .
Handmade in Japan
Your Stainless steel nib will arrive in a cardboard box.
**The accessories in the picture are not included, the nib is the only product included.