Architect Nibs vs. Sword Nibs + New Daily Writers from BENU | Goulet Q&A Ep. 294

In this episode, Brian explores the purpose of old-timey powder sprinkled on writing, whether softer nibs feel scratchier than stiffer ones, the difference between architect nibs and long sword nibs, and more! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 00:38 Feedback 06:59 New Stuff 11:16 In the past, what was the purpose of the dry powder sprinkled over ink when using a quill or fountain pen, and what exactly was the powder? 15:16 Are bouncier nibs more difficult to get writing smoothly compared to stiffer nibs? 23:10 Is an architect nib the same as a long sword nib? 29:06 Are Goulet nib housings compatible with BENU fountain pens? 32:58 My TWSBI 700 is a really tough starter. Any recommendations for fixing this? 39:11 Why is Diamine Ancient Copper notorious for being so dry? 43:25 Which brand has the best broad nibs for sheening and shimmering inks? 48:56 Pen Spotlight 1:00:53 Brian’s Adventures 1:06:08 Fun Fact for the Week LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED: Ferris Wheel Press Moonbeam Meadows: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-moonbeam-meadows-20ml-bottled-ink?_pos=1&_psq=moonbeam&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Ferris Wheel Press Serpentine Blooms: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-serpentine-blooms-38ml-bottled-ink?_pos=2&_psq=serpent&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Ferris Wheel Press Bluebell Brushstrokes: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-bluebell-brushstrokes-38ml-bottled-ink?_pos=2&_psq=bluebell&_ss=e&_v=1.0 BENU DailyMate: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu-dailymate-fountain-pens?_pos=1&_psq=daily&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Sailor Pro Gear Slims - Dried Flowers: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pens?sort_by=created-descending&filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte= Sailor Pro Gear Slim Jellyfish Limited Edition: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pen-ink-set-jellyfish-limited-edition S.T. Dupont Game of Thrones Prestige Writing Kit (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/st-dupont-game-of-thrones-prestige-writing-kit-limited-edition?_pos=1&_psq=game+of&_ss=e&_v=1.0 ST Dupont Game of Thrones Fire Orange (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/st-dupont-game-of-thrones-premium-fountain-pen-fire-orange-limited-edition?_pos=2&_psq=game+of+th&_ss=e&_v=1.0 ST Dupont Game of Thrones Ice Blue (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/st-dupont-game-of-thrones-premium-fountain-pen-ice-blue-limited-edition?_pos=3&_psq=game+of+th&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Diamine Ancient Copper: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diamine-ancient-copper-80ml-bottled-ink?_pos=4&_psq=ancien&_ss=e&_v=1.0 TWSBI Vac700R: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-vac700r-fountain-pens?_pos=1&_psq=vac700&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Pilot Custom 823: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-custom-823-fountain-pens?_pos=1&_psq=custom+823&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Visconti Opera Masters: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-opera-fountain-pens?_pos=1&_psq=opera&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Visconti Homo Sapiens Limited Editions: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pens?sort_by=title-ascending&filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte=&filter.p.m.product_specs.filling_mechanism=Double+Reservoir+Power+Filler SHOP at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/ LEARN more on our blog! https://www.gouletpens.com/blogs/fountain-pen-blog LISTEN to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/ SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe ABOUT GOULET PENS: Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com. FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/ Sign up for Emails: https://www.gouletpens.com/pages/newsletter-signup Blog: https://www.gouletpens.com/blogs/fountain-pen-blog