Top 5 Best Nib for Calligraphy - Copperplate Spencerian Script

Today, I'm sharing my top 5 calligraphy nib recommendations, perfect for every skill level from beginners to pros.

When I first started calligraphy, choosing the right nib felt overwhelming. But after lots of trial and error, I found these nibs to be the best for different stages of learning.

0:00 Which nib is the best?
1:19 What is a nib? Pointed Nib vs Broad Edge Nib
2:09 Nikko G or Zebra G
4:00 The anatomy of a nib
4:55 Blue Pumpkin (a.k.a. Brause 361 Steno and Leonardt Hiro 40)
6:05 Gillott 404. Works especially well with metallic inks.
7:09 Leonardt Principal EF and Hunt 101
8:23 Conclusion

As your skills improve, you'll enjoy the magic of flexible nibs.


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