EPISODE 1: THE BASICS OF NIB SMOOTHING (HIGHER RESOLUTION VERSION)

NOTE: This is the higher resolution (720p) version of this video No one likes scratchy and uncomfortable fountain pen nibs that skip or dig into paper. Using the tried and true methods in this video, you will learn how to fix misaligned tines and remove sharp edges and burs to get the best writing experience from your fountain pens. Thank you to @Yoseka @appelboompennen @stiloestile04 and @CBSNewYork Footage from @CBSNewYork is as seen in https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy2jOghaAr0 _______________________________________________________________________ The tools and supplies in this video are available at a number of online retailers. Here are some links: Belong Loupe:https://belomostore.com/belomo-10x-triplet-loupe.html Micromesh: https://micro-surface.com/product/micro-mesh-nail-buffer/ Indy-Pen-Dance offers an excellent nib smoothing kit: https://indypendance.com/products/fountain-pen-nib-smoothing-kit Nib smoothing kit with practice pens: https://indypendance.com/products/fountain-pen-nib-smoothing-workshop-kit _______________________________________________________________________ Uncapped is created by Joshua Lax, proprietor of the J.J. Lax Pen Co., which specializes in nib repairs and modifications. Find out more at: jjlaxpenco.com Instagram: @jjlaxpenco Reddit: u/jjlaxpenco