Category Archives: aurora

width matters – efficiency vs pleasure

Posted on 1 December 2010 by dandelion

Click on the photos to view them in full size. My friend and blog colleague Julie at Peacable Writer asked me about the writing properties of the Pelikan M205 Duo with a BB nib; how wide this BB was. Since … Continue reading →

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eleven italics

Posted on 1 December 2010 by dandelion

Italics/stubs/vintage obliques are generally very suitable for my handwriting – particularly when I’m writing letters and journalling. For notetaking I often prefer fine and extra fine nibs (or a narrow italic). They offer (even when smooth) some resistance which prevents … Continue reading →

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