My experience (so far) buying from Nibsmith.com : r/fountainpens …

Order was over $700. (this is my first "serious" pen purchase..). At that time the website said 4-6 weeks to ship orders with custom grinds. The pen was not marked backordered - site indicated …

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Order was over $700. (this is my first "serious" pen purchase..). At that time the website said 4-6 weeks to ship orders with custom grinds. The pen was not marked backordered - site indicated …

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Are NiB grinding services available at a pen show?

Even at a pen show, nib grinding services are in high demand and waitlists often fill as the show is starting. Dan Smith of Nibsmith offers an interesting way around this problem by offering a variety of custom nib grinds on any pen sold in his store. These are also offered at his table at pen shows where he grinds nibs to order. ...

What effect does grinding a pen's nib have?

Grinding a pen's nib involves altering its shape by removing metal from the tip. This process, which can be done to achieve a specific writing style, can turn a pen you love into one you don't if not done correctly. ...

Can I order a custom nib from a manufacturer?

Because custom ground nibs are, well, custom, they are not an item that can be ordered from the manufacturer. Some manufacturers offer custom ground nibs for an additional fee with their pens, and nib meisters offer their grinding services on nibs that you already have purchased. Nib meisters, however, often have long waits for their services. ...

Why are stock nibs tipped with iridium?

Typical stock nibs (excluding stub nibs) are tipped with a small ball of iridium. The effect of this ball is to give a smoother writing experience (because of the rounded tip) and to give the nib a longer life (iridium is a very hard material, harder than steel or gold). However, the rounded surface of the nib also gives a wider line. ...

Is Nibs a good company?

Nibs.com in the previous decades has had a stellar rep due to the skill of its original proprietor, John Mottishaw. This is well recognised as some of the responses ITT have pointed out. However, starting about maybe 5 (?) or so years ago you begin to notice complaints about the nib work done and other customer service related issues. ...

How much does a gold nib cost?

It’s May now and still nothing and that is $225 for a gold nib. The communication has not been good despite previous reviews for his excellent quality work. I don’t doubt the quality of the work but it leaves a bad impression with poor customer service. At this point, I also will reach out for a refund. ...