Got a nice Kaweco Dia for Xmas, collection of diamine inks delivered yesterday and some Jinhaos are inbound from China. Thanks to all enablers
Been reading about micromesh and nib smoothing and in an effort not to buy any more stuff any reason why a gentle swipe on a 12k naniwa hone which already have for SR purposes wouldn't do much the same job? Anyone tried it?
That's helpful thanks. Quite a difference between 12k and 600 grit...i was under the impression it was a very gentle job. Will maybe reverse down the hone progression if neededI did try that and I found that you need to spend a hell of a long time scrubbing to get any result. I got better results with 600 grit sandpaper.
Yes, big difference.That's helpful thanks. Quite a difference between 12k and 600 grit...i was under the impression it was a very gentle job. Will maybe reverse down the hone progression if needed
The most common issue is when the tines are not properly aligned. One tine will be higher than the other. The difference does not need to be very much for a user to feel the pen being scratchy when moved in one direction and smooth but skippy in another. In fact, often the difference is so small you cannot see it unaided. That is why the loupe is your friend. I like to have a 10X and a 20X handy. Your goal is to use you fingernails to get both tines aligned smoothly.Ok thanks. Being a pen noob I just assumed the answer to being a bit scratchy was take a bit off with something abrasive...
Any tips or stuff to read up on you can suggest?
Many. Peter Twydle is one that is often cited. Battersea Pen Home is another. Also Carneil Pens.Is there anyone in the UK who adjusts nibs professionally? For example, changing a medium to a fine for example?
Many thanks @jar . I will check it out.
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