Fountain Pens and Carbon Copies

[TrueBlue719]

Hi all, 

 

Before the database incident, I had posted a question regarding what fountain pens I could use on carbon copies and triplicate forms at work.  Inkstainedruth had told me about some Esterbrooks I could look into, as well as a large Esterbrook nib database by Richard Binder (I have and thank you Ruth!).  I recently read too while FPN was down that a Shaeffer Triumph nib could be used for the same.  I was wondering if anyone has experience with this before I try it.  I don't want to learn the hard way and spring a nib!

[Silvicolus]

My understanding is that this was one of the main purposes of 'manifold' nibs.

[TrueBlue719]

I believe you're right in that regard, but I wasn't sure if the Triumph nib was also a manifold. Thanks!

[carlos.q]

You could also use a vintage Pelikan manifold nib: DEF, DF or DM. The "D" stands for "Durchschreib" for carbon copies. These are extra hard nibs that are a joy to use for rapid writing.

 

Pelikan made Taylorix pens are also an option: https://thepelikansperch.com/2018/07/31/pelikan-made-taylorix-pens/

[TrueBlue719]

6 minutes ago, carlos.q said:

You could also use a vintage Pelikan manifold nib: DEF, DF or DM. The "D" stands for "Durchschreib" for carbon copies. These are extra hard nibs that are a joy to use for rapid writing.

I will definitely look into them, thanks!