http://www.penfaq.com en-us http://www.penfaq.com ActiveKB NX demo@neverlan.net Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:57:32 CDT 20 http://www.penfaq.com/questions/83/ The least understood of all the technologies. If one was to choose the primary reason for the existence of fountain pen writing it would be simply the fun and enjoyment of the interaction with t ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:34:53 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/82/ I you thump, shake, and sometimes resort to squeezing the converter or cartridge, then here is a tip for you.One reason fountain pens clog is there must be an equal exchange of air for the ink t ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:34:20 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/81/ I am hand-addressing wedding invitations and would like to use a calligraphy pen to do that. I tried out some ink pens today and found they were too wide. A friend suggested calligraphy fountain ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:33:41 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/80/ Many people buy fountain pens as collector's items. The history is fascinating, the range of different makes and models is huge, the challenge of tracking down a particular pen in a particular ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:32:45 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/79/ Well with fountain pens, the sky really is the limit. The most expensive pen I've seen sold at auction was around $30,000 - thankfully you don't have to pay such prices normally! A serviceable ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:32:17 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/78/ The term "style" is used to describe the shape of the nib, the most common being regular, italic and oblique. Italic nibs are shaped rather like a chisel - broad and flat. Not surprisingly t ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:31:49 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/77/ Open nib - traditional pen design, where the whole nib is exposed - often attractively decorated. The nib can feel slightly more flexible but it can dry up quicker if the cap is left off for a ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:31:06 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/76/ The most common nibs by far are fine and medium, these terms referring to the width of the writing line. For the majority of people, either of these styles will work well. As a rule, the bro ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:30:38 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/75/ With a lever filler, opening the lever completely compresses the ink sac, by means of a flat pressure bar operated by the end of the lever. To fill you simply open the lever fully, immerse the ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:30:18 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/74/ When properly held, the fountain pen nib should be upright so you can see the engraving on the nib. Both tines at the tip of the pen should contact the paper at the same time. Be sure not to a ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:29:59 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/73/ Always store your fountain pen with the nib in an upright position. This allows the ink to drain from the nib when not in use. Doing this will also prevent clogging issues over time. PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:29:35 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/72/ Fountain pens should be cleaned once a month and every time you change ink brands or colors. Remove the ink cartridge/converter from the nib and flush with cold water. It may be necessary to s ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:29:16 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/71/ It may need cleaning.You should clean your fountain pen at least every two months if used daily. Use lukewarm water only, never hot water, ammonia or any other type of cleaner. You should remove ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:25:42 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/70/ "How can a pen be left-handed?" is a question we hear all the time. Well, writing with a fountain pen can be a real problem for left-handers, as we are pushing the pen across the page rather tha ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:24:42 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/69/ It depends on various factors, including what kind of writing you do most frequently and your personal style. A medium nib is recommended for everyday writing. A fine nib is preferable if your h ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:23:39 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/68/ They are nibs, usually medium or broad, especially suited to natural handwriting. All nibs, especially gold ones, will conform to your individual handwriting, but oblique nibs will be especially ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:23:13 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/67/ Gold is generally more flexible than other materials and will conform to your handwriting more readily. Most gold nibs are coated with iridium at the tip for longevity. Steel nibs can be perfect ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:22:51 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/66/ A number of different inking systems are utilized by pen manufacturers. Here are instructions for the most common. Cartridge: Make sure you have the correct ink cartridge. Point the pen away f ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:22:27 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/65/ To install a standard ink cartridge, simply press the ink cartridge onto the nipple of the feed until firmly seated. Gently write on a scrap piece of quality paper to begin the ink flow. Someti ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:21:21 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/64/ If your fountain pen skips, try a few simple solutions before sending it in for repairs. First, clean it thoroughly, even soaking the nib overnight in water if necessary. Make sure you are filli ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:20:43 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/63/ The Controlled Drip ink and your fountain pen, well it is really a controlled drip. Gravity and the capillary action of water is what it is all about. Slots allow ink to flow out and air to flow ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:20:01 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/62/ Lewis Edson Waterman. Although it is not known if he invented it all by himself or just perfected a previously invented concept. PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:19:34 GMT http://www.penfaq.com/questions/61/ If you look around your entourage, you will see the eternal gadget freak boasting about the latest cell phone or portable computer he just purchased. There's one in every office, and for all you ... PenFAQ.com Website Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:18:36 GMT