The Pilot Parallel is a major breakthrough in calligraphy pen design.

The “Parallel Structure” nib consists of two parallel plates, allowing the writer to create much sharper lines than with other calligraphy pens. It can also create gradated colors by transferring ink from one pen nib to another, allowing two different ink colors to then be used from one pen nib. These pens can be used by both right-handed and left-handed individuals.

Founded in 1825 in Birmingham by John and William Mitchell. Today William Mitchell still manufactures an important range of high quality writing tools. They are not intended for beginners as their steel is more supple than other makers’. The most famous of their range being Round Hand with their many small sizes, square cut and left oblique, used everyday by British professional calligraphers.

Available in #0 (3.7mm), #1 (3.0mm), #1.5 (2.4mm), #2 (1.9mm), #2.5 (1.5mm), #3 (1.2mm), #3.5 (1mm), #4 (0.8mm), #5 (0.6mm), #6 (0.5mm).

For more than 100 years, Brause Calligraphy Nibs have been considered by many calligraphers to be among the best on the market.

Offering a subtle balance between relative elasticity for easier writing, and the resistance necessary for clear strokes, Brause Nibs are manufactured from cold rolled steel and pressed with tools specific to each model and nib size. The most delicate part of the manufacturing process involves cutting a slit down the middle of the nib, enabling the ink to flow correctly and freely from the reservoir to the tip of the nib.

Available in sizes 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm and 5mm.

This single-ended wood nib holder has a round shape and holds one nib. Three finishes; Natural Wood, Coloured and Marbelised.

Available in Crow Quill and Fine Point. Crow quill pens have a cylindrical body that only fit a crow quill nib, which generally draws finer lines than a standard nib.

#102 Holder: This durable plastic holder is 5″ long and fits crow quill nibs #102, #107, and #108.

#104 Holder: Durable plastic holder is 5″ long and fits fine nibs #100, #103 and #104.

Extra fine bowl pointed nib. Used for industrial drawing.

Bowl pointed fine pen for ruling and lettering.

The Hunt 56 nib is useful for writing larger letters on smooth or textured papers. The nib is a steady and durable one making it a great nib for beginners. The Hunt 56 produces healthy swells of ink when firm and deliberate pressure is applied. Strong hairlines.

Good flexibility – not too flexible, not too stiff. Very thin hairlines and good swells. Works for scripts 3/16″-1/16″. Sharp point, but will work on slightly textured surfaces. Tends to catch on upstrokes. Satisfactory for Spencerian Script.

The #108 can produce super fine hairlines, and also nice wide shades with light pressure. It also has a surprisingly large ink holding ability and isn’t as scratchy as some other superfine nibs. It works best on very smooth paper.

Superfine point, stiffer than 102, very durable. For long, even lines and cross-hatching details.

Can produce some of the very finest hairlines of any modern nib, yet with hardly any scratchiness.  Although only modest width shades are possible with this small, rather stiff nib, shades are smooth and pleasing.

The Hunt 103 is a small, flexible, and delicate nib. As it has a tendency to catch on a more textured surface, it is recommended for use on smooth papers and to be handled with an extremely light and sensitive touch. However, this nib is resilient on down strokes springing back into shape if moderate pressure is used. It has a similar feel to the Hunt 100 nib, except that it is larger, more flexible and less fragile than the 100. Suitable for writing at x-heights of 1/8″ or less.

America’s most popular art pen. Superfine and flexible.

A very steady and durable nib, the Hunt 101 is a great choice for projects that require larger writing with x-heights above 1/4″. It can be used on most paper surfaces, though it can have a tendency to catch on the upstroke when used on a rougher surface. The Hunt 101 requires firm and deliberate pressure to open swells, while its strength and steadiness makes it an ideal selection for student practice.

The Hunt 100 is a small, flexible, and delicate nib. As it has a tendency to catch on a more textured surface, it is recommended for use on smooth papers and are to be handled with an extremely light and sensitive touch. However, this nib is resilient on down strokes, springing back into shape if moderate pressure is used. Suitable for writing at x-heights of 1/8″ or less.

An extremely flexible nib, the Hunt 99, is can be used on smooth papers to create very large and bold text. A light touch is all that is needed to produce thick swells while the nib glides effortlessly across the paper. It is suitable for script with x-heights down to around 3/16″. Fairly strong hairlines comparable to Hunt 101.