16 types of nib from which to choose according to your uses and preferences
Standard Nib Sizes
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EF
Extra Fine
Hard nib for extra fine lettering
For those who write using minute lettering, such as in diaries
* For those who are learning pen calligraphy (for PILOT pen calligraphy course, also recommended by teachers)Way of holdingIn upright position
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F
Fine
Hard nib for fine lettering
Wide range of uses, such as notebooks, diaries, letters, CVs (As first-time users tend to press down harder on the nib, fine lettering is recommended.)
Way of holdingFairly upright
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FM
Fine Medium
Hard nib for medium fine lettering
Notebooks, diaries, letters, CVs and a wide range of other uses
Way of holdingFairly upright
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M
Medium
Hard, medium lettering
For those who write letters or use slightly larger lettering
Way of holdingFairly upright
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B
Broad
Bold lettering
For writing names and addresses on envelopes, signatures, etc.
Way of holdingIn slightly slanted position
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BB
Broad Broad
Very bold lettering
For writing names and addresses on envelopes, signatures, etc.
Way of holdingSlightly slanted
Soft-writing touch Nib Types
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SF
Soft Fine
Soft-writing touch fine lettering
Since the nib gives a cushioned feel during writing, facilitates variations in lettering width. For people who can only apply weak pen pressure
Way of holdingSlanted
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SFM
Soft Fine Medium
Soft-writing touch medium lettering
Since the nib gives a cushioned feel during writing, facilitates variations in lettering width. For people who can only apply weak pen pressure
Way of holdingSlanted
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SM
Soft Medium
Soft-writing touch medium lettering
Since the nib gives a cushioned feel during writing, facilitates variations in lettering width. For people who can only apply weak pen pressure
Way of holdingSlanted
Special Nib Types
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S
Signature
Lettering with very bold downstrokes and medium side strokes
Different in its curves and smooth writing touch, the writing width of this nib delivers lettering with flourishes. Writing touch and handwriting suited to signatures
Way of holdingIn slightly slanted position
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PO
PO Posting
Extra-fine lettering with a downward-turned nib
Since the slit of the nib is narrow, well suited to fine lettering
Way of holdingUpright
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FA
Falcon
Super soft writing touch, imitates the feel of writing with a brush
Handwriting like a brush with a touch even softer than that of SF
Enables variations of line width emphasis. Not suited to those who press down heavilyWay of holdingSlanted
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WA
Waverly
Medium lettering with an upward-turned nib
Easy to use in any writing style, regardless of writing angle. For those who write correspondence or use slightly larger lettering
Way of holdingAt any angle
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SU
Stub
Medium fine lettering with broad downstrokes and thin side strokes
Since the vertical and horizontal lines of the lettering differ in width, able to give a feel to the lettering
Way of holdingFairly upright
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C
Coarse
Very bold lettering
Especially for those who like large letters, for signatures, etc
Way of holdingFairly slanted
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MS
Music
Especially bold for musical score and can also be used for design
Generally said to be for musical score use, but since the lettering width differs like that of an SU nib, can also be used like a calligraphy pen
Way of holdingUpright
- * Falcon (FA) is intended for people who can only apply weak pen pressure.
- * Depending on the series, there will be types of pen that will not be available.
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