How To Write With A Stub Nib (Fountain Pen 101)

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Drew and I dig deeper into fountain pen stub nibs. We talk about what makes a nib a stub, the differences between the variations of stub nibs like crisp italics vs cursive italics, and how to properly write with a stub nib fountain pen.
TIMESTAMPS:
(1:31) Types of Stub Nibs - Crisp Italic, Cursive Italic, Stub, Oblique
(3:25) Nib Materials and Tipping
(4:10) Gold Stubs and Baby's Bottom
(5:58) Nib Positioning on the Paper and Scratchy Nibs
(7:16) Stub Pen Brands
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@jcortese3300 4 месяца назад

Watching this in 2023, and OMG that is the most understated shirt I've ever seen Drew wear. :-)

@sushanart 4 месяца назад

😆❤️👍

@lynnbuchanan8449 8 лет назад

"The Brian and Drew Show"! Should be a monthly offering. Seriously. You guys were amazing....funny banter while delivering the correct information instantly engages the audience. One of the best Goulet videos EVER! Many thanks from a fan and fountain pen geek in Nashville, TN! Write on!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Thanks for the kind words. We're hoping to steal Drew away more often for videos in the future! - Colin

@lynnbuchanan8449 8 лет назад

Glad to hear it! Kidnap him if you have to! :-)

@alexfry6846 6 лет назад

Yes please!!!! The best combo! Drew's awesome

@TheScreamingFrog916 5 лет назад

Yes, please. More of this. You make a great team for video demo/explanations. Like Drews sense of humor. Waiting for my pen with stub nib, to arrive in the mail.

@kaziiqbal7257 2 года назад

This aged well

@betterwatcherself 4 года назад

You make a good team. Personable, come across as sincere and knowledgeable.

@dovie2blue Год назад

With zero recen t nib experience, I just intuited that the stub nib was closest to what I used back in the day to do some italic and calligraphy. It's fun returning to real writing with a fountain pen. Thanks! 🥰

@retardno002 Год назад

What you described as a cursive italic, or even the stub, used to be the standard way they made nibs in Germany in the 50s or so. The ones that were tipped with a ball had a K added to the nib size such as KB instead of just B, so the round nib was the exception not the norm. I recently learned this after purchasing a vintage Pelikan M400 from that time and to my surprise seeing the B nib look more like a stub so I researched it a bit. With that being said, writing with that is addictive and with the sepia ink I put in it I feel like Shakespeare even when writing grocery lists. It makes the handwriting beautiful with no conscious effort on my behalf.

@Toneyfish 8 лет назад

It's always nice to see a video hosted by two people who are clearly good friends off camera as well!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+Evan Rogers Yeah, the Drew & Brian chemistry is undeniable! - Colin

@sintia179 8 лет назад

"We aaaaaaare", "we shouuuuuld"....@ 11:11 That Drew is a ray of sunshine!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+Cynthia Morales Hitting new octaves on those words! - Colin

@karlkunkel 5 лет назад

Thank you for producing this video and keeping it available. I am starting to explore Italic and Stubs, so this was very helpful!

@annemiev9278 5 лет назад

So this popped into my RU-vid feed... Wow - was this Drew’s first video??three years ago?? Well done lads!

@CiceroSpeaketh Месяц назад

Omg I felt like I went into a time machine. Watching this video in 2024 for the first time after watching the pencasts...

@dianahendricks2011 4 года назад

Thanks for all of these videos. I am learning about fountain pens and really enjoying your videos. I watch them as I clean the pens and doodle and write. As a career journalist and entertainment writer, I find myself taking notes on your videos just to practice writing. I have purchased several of the pens and nibs you have recommended and am truly loving this new COVID hobby! Grab a fountain pen and a legal pad - and write a letter to a friend - whether it is someone you see regularly or haven't talked to in ages. I promise that they will be thrilled!

@explorerextraordinaire5472 2 года назад

great hobby indeed

@cyclingtroll 7 лет назад

Great job, I'm thoroughly enjoying the Goulet vids!

@niquegrigsby6901 7 лет назад

Very informative. Colin recommended I try a stub nib and now I'm really intrigued after watching this video.

@BombshellInjections 8 лет назад

this video came up on it's own after watching the diamine shimmering inks overview. I'm writing with a Lamy 1.5 right now and my not so hot handwriting is looking super fancy with my Diamine Shimmering Seas ink sample. I'm loving the shading I get with my inks with this nib. Beautiful!

@helenmcdonnell2585 4 года назад

Love the Drew/Brian rapport, have come back to rewatch just because:)

@ArcherRon 7 лет назад

Well done guys. Great explanations and great examples that brought it all together.

@FirstFlyte 8 лет назад

Great work guys! Love these vids. Thanks for putting the content together.

@AnzanHoshinRoshi 8 лет назад

Nice to see Drew again. Thanks Brian and Drew.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Thanks! -Brian

@jacquesdespadas Год назад

As a lefthander, I have found that a left oblique stub nib is critical to writing with fountain pens. The nib-to-paper angle demands that I straighten my wrist rather than defaulting to the overhand grip that I grew up with. The result is way less smearing (really almost never). As soon as I learned about stubs, I bought a few medium nib Preppies and the nib tuning kit from Goulet Pens and started grinding the shape that works for me. I have since found an architect style grind that works for me too. So my brother and sister lefties, do not despair! Your pens might just need a little tweak. And once you find what works, your writing will have some extra flair.

@iridiumscribe4915 Год назад

I started learning about fountain pens from you and now, after five years, here I am again learning about stub nibs. You guys have been the most helpful source whenever I have questions about my pens. Two years ago I purchased a Montblanc 146 with a Oblique nib. I had no idea what that was other than it was a stub nib. When I did the test at the boutique, I really liked it so I decided to buy it as a special gift to myself. It mostly stayed in my collection case until yesterday when I took it out again and inked it up. I realise now that I have to write more at an angle to get the desired results. Now it's my favourite fountain pen that I own. It's quite interesting to learn how rarely companies offer this style of nib. It makes this pen even more special to me. Thank you for the content you release and making fountain pens even more fun.

@allisonwinebrennerhodges5011 8 лет назад

I love my Lamy stub nibs! Thanks for this informative video.

@k.m.alleenaofonemorechapte532 8 лет назад

This was a wonderful video! Great to hear from Drew again, too. Keep up the great work, and thanks for posting this today!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+K.M. Alleena of One More Chapter Glad you liked it! Hopefully Drew can pop into a few more videos in the future. - Colin

@ProducerBoy650 4 года назад

Outstanding overview. Answered all of my questions!

@Tabbyhasbees 8 лет назад

Great video! I picked up a Lamy 1.1 a few years ago as an experiment, and you guys are right: it is absolutely a great beginner italic nib: I've been hooked on these stub/italic nibs ever since.

@NicholasAarons 8 лет назад

Awesome Video Guys. Very Cool & Helpful. Keep up the great work. Nick.

@newsigmundfreud3023 6 лет назад

THANK YOU for giving us such clear explanation, simply and effectively informative.

@tryonmom1 4 года назад

I'm just learning how to use a fountain pen. Very helpful video!

@Rahul-wj6tk 3 года назад

Watching Drew is so nice. Thanks for such nice and entertaining videos.

@mikerobertson4041 Год назад

I am a calligrapher of 35 years, using mostly broad-edged pens. To achieve the most dynamic difference in stroke width, one needs to hold the pen nib at about a 35°-45° angle to the writing line.

@cherylynn927 8 лет назад

Very informative, thank you both! Well done!

@fludrbywest3886 7 лет назад

Yes thank you ! I appreciate the information and you two are so funny 😆 thank you !!

@allyson_gari 6 лет назад

I like a lot when you both make the videos for review the fountain pen!

@johnandrewmunroe Год назад

Great info, love the scintillating repartee as well! Keep it coming.

@chrisrap52 8 лет назад

Great video. You nailed it. Great info. The italic writing experience can be very rewarding or extremely frustrating. I love left obliques. Mike Masuyama grinds a perfect one. That is one way to get an oblique from a gold nib. Now I mostly get broad nibs that can be ground.

@chrisrap52 8 лет назад

+James Jacocks That is one of my Pen Show activities. Like seeing the nib & testing it after grinding. I have bought a B nib & ground it same day.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Mike does awesome work! Definitely catch him at a show tho, I think he has a 13 week backlog right now! -Brian

@OliverHellenbach 8 лет назад

Really really informative and helpful. Thanks much!

@martynsnan 7 лет назад

Thanks for this. You answered a question about the nib on an old Platignum pen I found in my art supplies.

@kathrynsargent5769 7 лет назад

Thanks for this, guys! I learned a lot!

@vics-videos 3 года назад

Excellent and detailed overview! Thanks, guys!

@oanavornicesei 7 лет назад

This was SO useful!! Amazing! Clear, well documented, quick guide which answered a question I had, provided additional information I had no idea I needed, and all so user-/beginner-friendly AND fun to watch! As far as I'm concerned you nailed it!! Thanks! I'm going to stick around some more to get a 'good education'. :)

@Gouletpens 7 лет назад

That's awesome to hear and glad you find your way to us! Thanks for the feedback & support. Write on! - Colin

@joesasser4421 6 лет назад

Since discovering stub nibs earlier this year after talking with Susan, they’re my #1 choice for nibs. So far have had two custom grinds: a 0.5mm, and 0.6mm. They’ve certainly improved my handwriting, by making me go slower and concentrating more.I like the look of that crisp italic, maybe that should be my next one. Thanks, love your channel & vids.

@bbrachman 8 лет назад

Excellent overview of stub, italic and cursive italic nibs. I still have to find the right nib for me, as a Lefty. I will probably cut down a less expensive nib to an oblique angle and try to make it work. Excellent diagrams and examples in this video. Goulet Pen Company videos are top notch.

@semperfidelis9579 7 лет назад

I was able to send you the pictures on your blog. Thank you so much Brian and Drew and I hope to hear from you.

@Sonicman415 3 года назад

Drew ROCKS. Your ‘shop’ is fabulous. I’m kinda hooked. You guys are so much fun. Thank you. Just got my first stub nib TWSBI Eco. It’s Groovy.

@dividir88 6 лет назад

Drew was a good addition to this vid. great personality

@MeekoSan 8 лет назад

Great video!! Good job guys!!

@sam9242 4 года назад

Best time I ever spent was learning to grind my own nibs. It makes it easy to change the manufacturer's idea of stub or italic into exactly what I want.

@lilymcalister1825 3 года назад

Awesome!! I am looking forward to doing same!! Good for you!👍

@mayhjuga2332 2 года назад

I just got a dip pen and only 2 out of 6 fountain pens worked. The misalignment thing was the reason for most of my struggles and you've helped me so much. thank you!

@marlakay226 8 лет назад

Ohhhh what a fun AND informative video this was to watch. I do understand more than I did before. What a team you guys are.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Thanks Marla! We're hoping to do another one in the coming weeks on flex nibs, so that should be a lot of fun as well. - Colin

@marlakay226 8 лет назад

The Goulet Pen Company Yay! I look forward to it Colin!

@macfrenzyfrost 8 лет назад

Great video. Loved Drew's charm and passion for the pen

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+mac frenzy One thing Drew definitely doesn't lack is passion. He exudes it! Thanks for watching :) - Colin

@evilganome 8 лет назад

Great information, as usual!

@gautambasu8807 3 года назад

Both of you guys are smart presenters. The content was very interesting, helped to learn a lot.

@arabesquejacob8176 Год назад

Love stub nibs! Amazing video, thank you 🙏

@manuelruiz4390 2 месяца назад

I recently found an off-branded pen with a Crisp Italic Nib. Didn't know what it was at first, and felt hesitant about it because it felt, as you mentioned, like scratching and cutting. Really sharp! Anyway, I decided to try out making it wetter, and it now works fantastic! It allows me to glide easily when writing, and only a few specific strokes require special attention or a specific direction in order to get the desired result without issue. Great nib!

@marinechapssemperfiout9939 Год назад

Another outstanding piece.

@24juraj 8 лет назад

Better video than others you publish and those are very high quality. Thank you for your passion and willingness to educate all newbies including myself in this amazing hobby. Bowing down.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

These ones takes a bit more time and planning, but we should have a video on flex nibs in the coming weeks! - Colin

@1happyag 8 лет назад

I purchased a TWSBI Vac 700 with a 1.1 stub from you guys not too long ago and I'd never had a stub nib before. I LOVE it! Thanks for a great video!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+Heather Burnside That's awesome. We think a lot of people will fall in love with stub nibs after this video clears things up for them! - Colin

@baadogs 4 года назад

This was very helpful, thanks! I recently got a stub 1.1 and a couple of Metropolitan italic nibs and now I only want to write with those pens!

@kapirk2244 6 лет назад

Good information, thanks for the video. Good job guys.

@davidsilva8695 Год назад

I just bought my first stub nib, the Lamy 1.1-so much fun! It’s like the beginning of a new adventure.

@wendybowman5871 8 лет назад

Thank you. It helped a lot.

@ypure3859 3 года назад

great reviews. answered almost my questions

@pujapatel1034 8 лет назад

Can I just say Drew made this video fun to watch :)

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

He's a super energetic guy, and it just oozes in the video. We hope to steal him away for more videos in the future! - Colin

@hidilley 7 лет назад

This was super helpful, thanks!

@Ken-wz9vy 4 года назад

Hey guys, thanks for explaining. I'm a fairly newbie when it comes to fountain pens. I have been hesitant about venturing out into the stub land.

@Kammitoes 8 лет назад

while I watched I got all my stub nibs out and swapped them out on my FPs - so now I'm playing with them. Great Vid, please do more of these 😍

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

That's awesome! Glad this video served as inspiration. We're definitely hoping to do more of these in the future! - Colin

@bikkies 3 года назад

I love the Lamy stubs for being cheap and accessible. Interesting though that the Pilot Plumix / Pluminix nib didn't get a mention here. These can be great fun for very little outlay and are a good way to spice up a Metro or a Prera.

@Tsoti1 Год назад

Thank you so much the best explanation

@jakegevorgian 6 лет назад

Thanks for the tips.

@campingknitter 4 года назад

very helpful - i might be a little obessed with italic/stub nibs! I am waiting on a Platinum music nib pen to arrive at my local pen store. i tried the Pilot music nib - loved it!

@wendywander7 8 лет назад

I had only ever used calligraphy fountain pens before I purchased my first fine nib fountain pen from The Goulet Pen Co. in late December, and I've been increasing my collection since then. I've been looking forward to this video since Brian mentioned it a little while ago. Thank you especially for explaining the different types of nibs and how they function! I found all the information in this video to be interesting, useful, and well presented by Brian and Drew. Great job, and thank you!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+wendywander7 Thanks for your support and glad this video was helpful! - Colin

@willcresson8776 4 года назад

I recently picked up a Pilot 78G from the early 2000s with a "broad" nib that is decidedly not a broad, but a medium stub. Its quickly becoming my favorite pen

@JaviBee 8 лет назад

I vastly enjoy italic/stub nibs more than regular ones. They just make writing so much more interesting... Thanks for the helpful video!

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Agreed! -Brian

@antman5474 6 лет назад

My old school gave us all Platinum stub pens then. I never knew that until I watched this. Nice

@helenmcdonnell2585 4 года назад

You guys are a gas:) Thanks for the great info!

@isabelpatchett9356 6 лет назад

Great Video very informative thanks.

@NatLili1 7 лет назад

This was so informational. I revived a calligraphy set for Christmas and I am so excited to start a new hobby. I recently ordered the TWISBI Eco from your company as I have been watching hours of your videos. Thank you ;)

@Gouletpens 7 лет назад

Thanks for watching! Good call on the TWSBI Eco, great pen. Hope it brings you many hours of writing enjoyment. :) - Colin

@scorpion777silvermoon3 4 года назад

Omg i love this type of writing. I took Calligraphy once.it was fun

@RushikeshTade 3 года назад

I can't belove I watched whole video on Pen Nibs..... I love the fact that I enjoyed it as well.... you have a sub

@marilynrosenfeld2302 2 года назад

Hey .. I know I’m ‘late to this party’ but just want to say I love you guys!❤️❤️

@pat999x 8 лет назад

Very timely! I recently purchased a Pilot Parallel from Goulet Pens. I haven't inked it up yet, but I'm looking forward to trying it out.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

I think you'll find it takes a little getting used to, but when you do...it'll be love :) -Brian

@weezyfaz7 8 лет назад

great video. very informative

@RandyJohnsonCoral 5 лет назад

keep up the good work. Nice job!

@jenniferh3587 3 года назад

Thank you! I was very confused and now I know why I was having problems.

@PuthirVanam4U 2 года назад

I love your videos. I am learning a lot.

@Gouletpens 2 года назад

Thanks for stopping by! - Drew

@stephanieinspired1151 3 года назад

Excellent information!

@Julian-bq9qv 7 лет назад

Just saw this one and Drew is a trip!!! Have him on as a guest from time to time -

@Gouletpens 7 лет назад

Yeah, he's something else! Hope to have him in more videos soon, maybe another joint Q&A. - Colin

@forjazznjava 6 лет назад

You guys and this channel is pure ink crack. Addictive. Keep it up!!!

@MoonlightPassions 8 лет назад

Very informative, Drew has quite the entertaining personality and very expressive eyebrows haha

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+MoonlightPassions Drew is very expressive in general. His hands are moving a mile a minute! Glad you enjoyed :) - Colin

@AaronzDad 8 лет назад

Excellent Information - caused me to change some things around in my wish/future purchase list.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+AaronzDad I think everyone should give a stub nib a try. It can be very enjoyable writing experience once you get the hang of it! - Colin

@sophiasideris3814 8 лет назад

Great to see another face in a video! Drew is great and very enthusiastic

@lizpilgrim1 2 месяца назад

Thanks for this video!

@Gouletpens 2 месяца назад

Thanks for watching! - Drew

@michaelmclean2363 8 лет назад

Great video I currently use Speedball and Manuscript so I am going to have to check these out. I would love to see a video of the manufacturing process

@jenk4518 8 лет назад

Great video!

@noelitocastillon3324 2 года назад

I got a 1.1 stub that I put in my Lamy Vista. It is the smoothest one compared to my sheaffer and TWSBI Eco. I used it for daily writing, note taking and even signing some important documents.

@hossamnabilabdou4851 8 лет назад

good video and great information..... thanks

@fizixguru101 8 лет назад

Always enjoy your videos Brian I just bought a lamy Joy with 1.1 stub and writes pretty well

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

Thanks! -Brian

@markkrell3276 4 года назад

Really helpful. As a left-hander, I’ve been tentative about trying a stub.

@johnwhite4070 4 года назад

I'm left handed but idk if I can use a stub nib because I'm a side writer / overwriter

@mojoantman 6 лет назад

Having blast rendering the fountain pen world after an extended period. these and a few others should be required watching when dealing with the differing experience of these types of pens and their care.

@embroiderpiccies 8 лет назад

Great video guys. Brian watch out, Drew is cooks like you. Great teamwork. Really enjoyed this as been thinking about trying a stub nib, as I have a few Lamy's with broad nibs and I love the effect on my writing.

@Gouletpens 8 лет назад

+embroiderpiccies If you have a Lamy, I'd definitely give a stub nib a try because of the swappable nibs! - Colin

@13noman1 6 лет назад

Thanks. I have an Aurora Talentum in my collection that's just been sitting there for a few years. Before watching this video, I thought to put it back in rotation -- and noticed how sensitive it was to my rotation angles, varying from pretty wet to a complete skip. Now I'm inspired to play with it a bit more -- and adjust my writing a tad when using it.