Mabie Todd Swan #3 Nib? What Pens?

[HDRoot]

Greetings:

 

I have a very cool Swan #3 nib that doesn't have a pen. Can generalizations be made about what pens the #3s were intended for? Can the MT numbering system help? Does it really make much difference? For example, can I mount the nib in an SF2 beater? I do have the feed; how interchangable are they? Or are they?

 

Thanks much!

[jjlax10]

Not an expert, but it refers to the dimensions of the nib and thus the overall size of the pens.

Edited June 14, 2013 by jjlax10

[Happy Harry]

If the nib fits around the feed you can use it. Note that the thickness of the nib can vary so a no.3 may make for a tight fit if the original nib was smaller. Post war the 4 digit numbering system can help, ie a 3360 equates to 3=model 3=nib size 6=color and 0=plastic, so anything with a 3 second would normally take a no.3 nib. ( most would be 3xxx, 4xxx or 6xxx and in solid colors).

[HDRoot]

Thanks, Harry, this will help. I'll watch for a parts pen I can experiment on.

 

Herb

[therealjamesg]

Edited: for stupidity - wrong thread

Edited July 9, 2014 by therealjamesg