Sprung Nib?

[WLSpec]

I'm afraid I accidentally sprung my Sailor 1911L nib a little. I may have accidentally given a tad too much pressure when writing.

 

It's not bad at all. I can see a tiny separation between the tines, and the nib is writing more like a M than the MF it is (it is noticeably wetter than before). I don't have any skipping or hard starts, I just don't like that it has become much wetter.

 

I may not have actually sprung it, but just in case, what measures can I take to fix it?

 

Thank you.

[Karmachanic]

Try, gently but firmly, squeezing the shoulders together for a second. Write and see if there is any difference. If yes, but not enough, squeeze again. If not try for two seconds ..........

Edited January 12, 2020 by Karmachanic

[WLSpec]

Try, gently but firmly, squeezing the shoulders together for a second. Write and see if there is any difference. If yes, but not enough, squeeze again. If not try for two seconds ..........

I've tried this, doesn't seem to do anything. I will try again though.

[tinta]

Those Sailor (21c. or even 14c.) nibs are as hard as rock.

I'd consult a trusted nib-tech like Mr. Masuyama who has worked at Sailor, instead of taking the do-it-yourself approach. (No affiliation except a "round-nosed CI" nib grind done in the last decade.)

This is my usual council.

 

I know that a good many enthusiasts here like to tinker with some or all parts of their pen, but in the case of a narrow grade, 21c. Sailor nib, I'd let the nib experts make the adjustment.

It's more costly & takes longer, but there is usually a guarantee with the work.

 

Just my 0.02 CAD. tinta