Term · Nibs and how they write

Underfeed

Also written: Under Feed

This is an inkfeed that goes under the nib. It is needed for permitting ink to flow down toward the tip of the nib while allowing air to flow up into the ink reservoir to maintain proper ink flow and writing.

Explained by Nathaniel Cerf, who restores the pens sold here. Spot something wrong? Tell him.

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