Four Architect Grind Nibs

[@Sonicman415]

I don’t own an architect grind yet. I love CI nibs and SIG nibs.. love them, mostly in M.. cool vid. Thank you

[@ThatLoganChick000]

I’ve never tried a CI nib myself. Maybe next for me! Are they harder to use than a SIG nib? I found the SIG nibs took some adjusting of how I print.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

Rebecca, I am also in Edmonton and I am so happy to see someone local for nib grinds!

[@ThatLoganChick000]

I love that we both consider three hours away by car local. Canadian Provinces are (mostly) just so big! Jack Hernandez does a really good job of smoothing and tuning, too. He even repaired a snapped feed for me.

[@KarynaLovesToPlan]

@@ThatLoganChick000 when most pen retailers or nib meisters are in the US or Toronto, Calgary is local! 😂 Thanks for the recommendation!

[@mariatriesart8389]

Hello, I just found you and sibscribed. I have an architect nib by Penbbs but haven't tried it yet. A Naginati Toga nib. I also found by accident that a music nib I bought in a Taccia Spotlight fountain pen is also very good for block writing. It has a Sailor music nib and is very affordable at $79.00US.

[@ThatLoganChick000]

Ha! I have a Naginati Toga nib coming to me, to put in a Jinhao 80. I’ll do a video about it once they arrive and I have some time to play with them. Music nibs can be lovely and stub-like. I’m glad you have a good one. And thanks for subscribing!

[@Sabrina-ud2fd]

How interesting. Thanks for sharing. How does sending your pens to be ground, work? How do they know what angle is right for the person? Thank you!

[@ThatLoganChick000]

You need to observe yourself writing and estimate the angle you use. Or break out the old high school protractor set and have a friend measure you. An estimated angle is good enough. To send your pens to be ground, first contact the nib master you will be using and find out their terms and requirements (such as pen clean or inked, time for turnaround, and mailing address). Once you’ve agreed on the terms, send your pen(s) through the mail. I use a hard case to protect them. They will tell you what they suggest. Include a letter listing each pen and the work you want done on it (such as tune / smooth, cursive italic grind, architect grind, etc), and your contact info including phone number and mailing address. They will likely want to send you pictures by email or text showing how the grind writes. Once you’re happy, they’ll bill you or request payment (I pay Jack via e-transfer, it might be via PayPal, etc). Then they’ll send the pens back to you. It sounds complicated, but is works well. If you’re anywhere near an annual pen show it’s easier to get grinding done in person. But if you’re like me and live in a pen show desert then mailing pens is the only choice you have to get a custom grind done. Contact the nib master and go from there! I think it’s worthwhile, but to be sure, don’t start with your most expensive pens. Work out what you like on less valuable pens first.

[@Sabrina-ud2fd]

@@ThatLoganChick000 Thank you for such a detailed answer. I also live in a "pen show desert". So, I'll have to go via the same route as you. Thank you again!

[@beccacarrillo]

I haven't had any nibs ground, but an architect is the one I want to have. I print using all caps, and I love the look an architect nib provides. I haven't tried an architect nib at all but I'm hoping I'd like it with my writing.

[@ThatLoganChick000]

The KanWrite pen and extra nib set is the cheapest way to try it out. It should be perfect for your block printing.

[@beccacarrillo]

@@ThatLoganChick000 I've never heard of that brand. Can I ask where you bought it, please?

[@ThatLoganChick000]

Search KanWrite fountain pens. You buy directly from them. They’re in India.