Term · Nibs and how they write
An inkfeed is a plastic or hard-rubber device under (or over) a pen’s nib that has channels for ink and air to flow freely to maintain equilibrium within a fountain pen’s ink reservoir. This is the key for proper ink flow that permits consistent writing until the pen is out of ink.
December 30, 2019 · Notes from the Work Bench
(There is risk in doing any repair. We will not be held liable for what happens to your pen if you break it while trying the following advice.) Changing a nib on a Lamy Safari or AL-Star is easy. All you need is the pen, tape and a replacement nib. Lamy Safari and AL-Star pens…
September 18, 2013 · Notes from the Work Bench
If you find that your favorite fountain pen won’t write any more or the nib is starting to skip and have trouble writing, it is quite possible your nib and inkfeed are clogging with old dried ink. Soaking a fountain pen is often one of the fastest ways to help it write better. Just stick…
November 3, 2021 · The History of Pens
October has another sizzling story by your’s truly in Pen World. In it, I delve into the undersung history of the humble inkfeed. Click on the images to see larger versions and enjoy a free sneak peek courtesy of editor in chief Nicky Pessaroff and Pen World Magazine. To read the whole incredible issue, be…
