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Charles Skinner

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Some time ago, I bought my Esterbrook on e-bay partly because it reminded me of the pens that most older folks like me used many years ago in school. The nib is 2668. It is a very good writer, but in order to make my penmanship acceptable, I need a broader nib. First, tell me, please,---- is the 2668 nib considered to be a "fine?" What number should I try to find if I want a broader line?

 

C. Skinner ---- fountain pen user for many, many years.

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A 2668 is "classified" as a M firm. Some broader options would be a 2/9284 stub, a 2/9314-B relief or a 2968. Search for Esterbrook Nib Chart or look on www.esterbrook.net for glorious nib porn. :)

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Also check out the website of Anderson Pens. He can help you get the nibs you want, he is located in Wisconsin.

 

www.andersonpens.com

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Here's a handy guide.

 

http://www.snyderfamily.com/current/estienibs.htm

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A 2668 is "classified" as a M firm. Some broader options would be a 2/9284 stub, a 2/9314-B relief or a 2968. Search for Esterbrook Nib Chart or look on www.esterbrook.net for glorious nib porn. :)

 

LMAO...ever better coming from a female!!

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A 2464 is classified as a B manifold nib.

Brad

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"None of us can have as many virtues as the fountain-pen, or half its cussedness; but we can try." - Mark Twain

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