Pat and Jen bought me this feather fountain pen set from their honeymoon to Europe. It comes from an Italian sculpture store, Fabris Giuliana in Venice, Italy.
The nib is super fine; I don’t think I’ve ever owned a fountain pen with such a small nib, which is perfect, because I tend to have small handwriting. You can’t even tell which direction the stroke is going. So far it writes a little rough and scratchy, but with enough use, the nib will break in to my writing style.
I’ve always enjoyed writing. Not just the concept of putting ideas into more a tangible medium, but the act of writing itself, whether it’s on a keyboard by night, or flowing lines on a sheet of paper.
Sweet luddite geekery!
That I want! I can have it on my desk so that I can use it to write for all my personal correspondence like days of old. Or just scribble my mad ideas in my notebook.
Either way, that’s one hell of a reason to pick up a pen again rather than just pound away at a keyboard.
Yeah, my handwriting quality has really taken a nosedive in recent years, and this is a good excuse to revert back to old forms again. The only problem is that it’s not as convenient for quick scribbles, because you have to wash the ink off the pen every time.
Oooohhhh drool. I used to have some beautiful calligraphy pens, but this is way over the top… Wonder if it only has the one nib?
Yep, only one nib was provided…makes me not want to use it because I’m scared of wearing out such a nice gift.
Just pull don’t push, it should be fine. : )
It’s lovely, but I’m pretty sure that’s a dip pen, not a fountain pen. I don’t see a reservoir or any way to fill one.
Ah, I had no idea there was a difference! Thanks for pointing it out.
BTW, if it’s made like a standard dip pen, you should be able to buy nibs at just about any art supply store.
Yeah, that would be a good way to make sure I don’t wear down such a nice nib from Italy.
I bought this set from Venice and from what I’ve noticed there is only one nib which isn’t interchangeable, and it is a dip pen. It’s beautiful set and I still have it In it’s original box because I’m afraid of wrecking it!
I bought a dip pen set while in Venice and it comes with a round leather patch. Does anyone knows what that’s for? And how to use it? I’m guessing is for nip maintenance and repair?
From where to buy this is it still avail?
I bought three of these and a wooden dip pen from this store just today in Venice. Beautiful pieces!
Hello guys.. I am in Venice rite now and would you mind pointing out where to buy calligraphy dipped nibs and unique holder? I’ve got the Feather holder and nib and yes it is beautiful. But im looking for the wooden holder? Thanks so much guys
Try the stationary shop owned by the master craftsman Paolo Olbi. If you can’t find what you are looking for there, maybe the staff there can recommend other shops.
More contact info in the URL.
http://inzumi.com/en/travel/point-of-interest/d_id/Venice/c_id/Shopping/p_id/2868
BTW, there used to be a small stationary shop just outside Christopher Columbus’s historical home in Venice, just by the small bridge. I don’t know if it is still there. You can ask around as you tour that charming neighborhood.
I have found one of these beautiful sets thrown away in house clearance. Its in pristine condition, any idea on any value?
Is that bulge on the grip an ink supply? If so, that’s really cool and I will get one because I’m looking for something like it.