Fountain Pens from MrPen

Manufacturers like Waterman, Parker and Sigma still offer italic nibs within parts of their ranges. Our own brand 'Italix' is dedicated to italic pens. MrPen will also custom grind nibs for models that do not incorporate italic versions within their offering. Straight italic, and oblique, both right and left handed can be produced.

Grinding nibs will remove some of the iridium tip (where iridium has been used by the maker) however enough should remain to give the nib a long life. In certain circumstances we may use silver solder as a tipping agent if retipping is needed. In further cases the nib may be left without any tipping material at all.

An original standard medium or broad nib is used as the component to be ground. We will grind the nib pellet flat (The pellet is the tip of the nib)  and then hand finish it to shape required. Sometimes we remove the pellet altogether and grind the tines (the tines are the split point of the nib) this may leave the nib shorter than the manufacturer's original. Nibs are individually polished but may still take a while to 'run in' .

It should be understood that custom ground nibs may not be covered by the original manufacturer's guarantee. This service is only offered on new pens that are sold by MrPen, the service is not offered for customer's existing fountain pens.

If you accidently damage the nib (a short drop on the point for example) we may be able to straighten it for you. If the nib has fractured then straightening it back to a perfect state is unlikely and a chargeable replacement may be the only solution.  Again we only support the pens we have sold, such a service is often offered as a free service to those who are our patrons.

Footnote dated 29th June 09: We have just acquired a small number of Cross 18ct gold nib units in italic, oblique and double broad. These fit the Century ll series of Cross Pens.

• One Pen Holder with view window to check ink level.
• Three colour coded Nibs Fine, medium and broad italic.
• Four cartrdiges, assorted colours.

Price excludes VAT and delivery

• Three Pen Holders with Ink View Window
• Three colour coded Calligraphy Nibs Fine, Medium and Broad
• 14 Ink cartridges in assorted colours
• Display box

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• Three elegant Sheaffer Calligraphy pens.
• Classic design pen holders.
• Spare cartridges.
• Piston Convertor.
• Calligraphy instruction leaflet.
• Decorative Storage Tin.

These pens are also available in their original format, click here

• Italic Nibs pens are cut straight and give defined thick and thin strokes
• Left Oblique Italic slant down from left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for right handed people with an unusual grip.
• Right Oblique Italic slant up left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for left handed writers.
• Double Broad are conventional wide nibs 1.5mm to 2mm (allows for spread).
• ALL NIBS ARE SOLID 18CT GOLD
• Note: Cross no longer supply an ink convertor as part of the pen, they now offer this as an optional extra. Please tick the box above to add this to your order.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

These nibs are 18ct and therefore are more expensive that those fitted to the regular pen

Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.

Prices exclude VAT and delivery.

These pens are also available in their original format, click here

• Italic Nibs pens are cut straight and give defined thick and thin strokes
• Left Oblique Italic slant down from left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for right handed people with an unusual grip.
• Right Oblique Italic slant up left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for left handed writers.
• Double Broad are conventional wide nibs 1.5mm to 2mm (allows for spread).
• ALL NIBS ARE SOLID 18CT GOLD
• Note: Cross no longer supply an ink convertor as part of the pen, they now offer this as an optional extra. Please tick the box above to add this to your order.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

These nibs are 18ct and therefore are more expensive that those fitted to the regular pen

Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.

Prices exclude VAT and delivery.

These pens are also available in their original format, click here

• Italic Nibs pens are cut straight and give defined thick and thin strokes
• Left Oblique Italic slant down from left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for right handed people with an unusual grip.
• Right Oblique Italic slant up left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for left handed writers.
• Double Broad are conventional wide nibs 1.5mm to 2mm (allows for spread).
• Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.
• ALL NIBS ARE SOLID 18CT GOLD
• Note: Cross no longer supply an ink convertor as part of the pen, they now offer this as an optional extra. Please tick the box above to add this to your order.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

Prices exclude VAT and delivery.

These pens are also available in their original format, click here

• Italic Nibs pens are cut straight and give defined thick and thin strokes
• Left Oblique Italic slant down from left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for right handed people with an unusual grip.
• Right Oblique Italic slant up left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for left handed writers.
• Double Broad are conventional wide nibs 1.5mm to 2mm (allows for spread).
• Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.
• ALL NIBS ARE SOLID 18CT GOLD
• Note: Cross no longer supply an ink convertor as part of the pen, they now offer this as an optional extra. Please tick the box above to add this to your order.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

Prices exclude VAT and delivery.

These pens are also available in their original format, click here

• Italic Nibs pens are cut straight and give defined thick and thin strokes
• Left Oblique Italic slant down from left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for right handed people with an unusual grip.
• Right Oblique Italic slant up left to right see 'extra images' and are designed for left handed writers.
• Double Broad are conventional wide nibs 1.5mm to 2mm (allows for spread).
• Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.
• ALL NIBS ARE SOLID 18CT GOLD and not with rhodium plating as illustrated.
• Note: Cross no longer supply an ink convertor as part of the pen, they now offer this as an optional extra. Please tick the box above to add this to your order.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

Prices exclude VAT and delivery.

Custom Italic

MrPen has created special italic pen from all Sheaffer parts. It is important to note that this pen is not from the Sheaffer range and is not warrantied by them. MrPen offers a product guarantee of 12 months. The nib has a matt nickle plating.

• Available in Italic Fine 1 mm.
• Italic Broad 2 mm.
• Italic Medium 1.5 mm.
• Assembled using only Sheaffer components: basic calligraphy nib utilising existing Sheaffer Prelude Feed
• Comes complete with convertor and spare in cartridges.

Note: For regular handwriting we recommend the fine nib option, the medium may prove a little too broad for most customers. We offer a free 30 day nib exchange arrangement so no need for concern if you make the incorrect choice.

Price excludes VAT and delivery.

If you are looking for a quality fountain pen for yourself, a student son or daughter or a truly lasting gift for someone special, this the 'Parson's Essential' is the thoughtful choice. Truly classical in appearance with the style of the 1950's. An undeniable statement of the pen maker's art.

• Polished black lacquer barrel and cap. 
• Brass liner for weight and durability
• Screw cap for security, no more inky pockets.
• Quality German made gold plated nib
• Sturdy clip, will grip even a shirt pocket.
• Italic or conventional options
• Comes complete with Euro convertor
• Takes standard Euro cartridges
• Made to last for a lifetime, almost indistructable in normal use.
• We can engrave a name or initials on the cap, lettering has a gold effect.
• If this model was made by a premier name it would be priced at £80
• The 'Parson's' special guarantee. Try this pen for one month (engraved or not) if you do not think it is the best fountain you have ever tried at the price we will refund the purchase price in full including the postage. We will also pay for the return of the pen utilising our FREEPOST address.  UK customers only. 
• Click on 'More Images' below main image above.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

Price excludes VAT and delivery

Craftsman produced exclusively for MrPen. Quality that would give credit to a pen three times the price.

• Choice of Blue or Red Velvet., and now new Black Laquer.
• All brass liner, brass to brass screw threads.
• Gun-metal fittings.
• Hand turned and polished not moulded.
• Cap screws on either end for security and balance.
• Massive range of italic Nibs specially adapted to fit the Italix holder.
• English made gilt nib by the maker Leonardt, very smooth with nice ink flow.
• Inexpensive additional or replacement nib sections just £5 each plus VAT.
• Will last a lifetime.
• Velvet lined gift case.

Enhance your gift with a FREE engraved plate on the gift case.

Designed exclusively for us to fill the gap in the market for a reasonably priced italic pen.

Just £5.00 each plus VAT. Also fit Studio K Symphonie pens.

• Really inexpensive nib replacements.
• Wider choice with still further configurations to be added.
• Much cheaper than competitors.
• Smooth and free flowing.
• Made in UK by Leonardt.

• Hand ground nib units
• Choice of widths and styles
• Metal Threads
• Gold plated fittings
• Made in Germany

Illustrated 'Sparko' Nib Unit.

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