Calligrapy Pens

[Rockytime]

Has anyone made calligraphy pens? I have a request for them. TGN has one tip but the photo is not clear. I wonder how they are mounted in a handle. Prior to retirement I had a fair sized art department and if I remember correctly the pens came in sets with several sized nibs. It has been 13 years since I retired and do not recall much about them. I am not an artist, I just hired them. Any info is appreciated.

 

[its_virgil]

Les,
This may help you out: http://redriverpens.com/pdf%20files/calligraphy%20Dip%20Pen.pdf

The inserts I use in the article are sold by The Golden Nib and also by Exotic Blanks.

Do a good turn daily!
Don

 

[Rockytime]

Thanks. That's exactly the info I need. Got this feeling the client will not be willing to pay the cost. She has no idea.
Thanks again.

 

[Mr Vic]

Les, last batch of these I bought from Golden Nib were just the inserts at about $2.oo per. Most of the standard speedball nibs will work with them. I retail a dip pen for about $20-$25 unless I use a fancy wood. Looks like the Golden Nib is out of stock as is Exotic's. If you can't find one and she wants a pen....give me a shout..

 

[Charlie_W]

Thanks. That's exactly the info I need. Got this feeling the client will not be willing to pay the cost. She has no idea.
Thanks again.

You could make the dip pen with insert with little investment and let the client purchase the tips they want.

 

[its_virgil]

I make dip or calligraphy pens for a couple of customers and they do not want nibs. They just want the holder. I normally supply the insert to hold the nib but one customer does not want the insert. He has his own plug made from a wooden dowel that holds the nib in place.

I also have some inserts if you (les) need one. They are available from a company in the UK: Styles and Bates. They are a bit expensive getting them from the UK unless we buy several and share them. I do hope Anthony or Ed will restock them.
Don

 

[its_virgil]

Here is a source for the inserts in North Carolina for $1 each and cheaper if purchased in quantities of 10, 25 or 100. Bottom of page 2.

Pen Holder, Nib Holder, Mahogany, Oak, Speedball, Brause
Don