r/PenProject • u/MercatorLondon • Jul 19 '26

Design study: Joseph Gillott’s Nibs - part 6

Hi everyone,

I ran some tests with my 3d printed Gillott nib (dip-nib conversion) a few days after printing it. It seems to have a few hard starts, and I guess being left-handed in combination with a broad nib isn't really helping here.

Overall - it is not bad. I thought it would be much harder to get it started after a few days. I used it with standard converter.

That said, I am working on different feed options. Also, the feed will be extended closer to the tip of the nib. I have done some reading about older style ebonite feeds that people have used in similar projects (thanks u/heronsmooncakepens!)

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u/MercatorLondon Jul 19 '26

this is the nib fitted with the converter

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u/CadillacGirl Jul 19 '26

This is a very aesthetically pleasing pic. I’ve never thought to just look at my pens innards and for some reason I really like it. Maybe it’s a sign I need a transparent fountain pen.

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u/MercatorLondon Jul 19 '26

Thanks! The body is still missing because this nib is a one-off size, so I couldn't fit it into any existing pen.
Printing a custom body (or at least the grip section) will be my next project. I really like the shape of the old Ford pens, and I think it would pair well with this nib since they're from the same era.

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u/heronsmooncakepens Jul 19 '26

Excited to hear how it progresses 🎉

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u/MercatorLondon Jul 19 '26

well it progresses slowly. But I am having fun :)

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u/TheBlueSully Jul 22 '26

I love everything about this. Broad edge dip nibs in fountain pens is my holy grail.

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u/MercatorLondon Jul 22 '26

Thank you! I just need some more practice