EPISODE 8: INTRO TO MODERN FOUNTAIN PEN NIBS

A few episodes ago a viewer asked if I could do an all out video covering nib compatability. This episode is the first on that subject and some related topics. In this episode, I go deep into modern nibs made by the big three German nib brands, JOWO, Bock, and Schmidt. I discuss the parts and features of these nibs and nib units, how to remove and swap nibs, and test what is compatible and what is not. Thank you to @davidalexander-watts6630 for the idea. 00:00 Intro 02:06 Examples of Modern Nib Units 03:07 An Example of Why the Feed is Important 06:08 How to Disassemble a Modern Nib Unit 13:47 A Look at Some Modern Nib Units 20:18 JOWO Nib Units 24:48 Bock Nib Units 32:07 Schmidt Nib Units 34:06 Compatability Between the Different Nib Unit Components 43:10 The Curious Case of Bexley Nibs 49:34 Applying This Information to a Real Example 55:58 Outro Thank you to ‪@Yoseka‬ ‪@appelboompennen‬ ‪@stiloestile04‬ and ‪@CBSNewYork‬ Footage from ‪@CBSNewYork‬ is as seen in https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy2jOghaAr0 _______________________________________________________________________ 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