Pen Tips

Pen Tips

Fun Fact
More than 10 billion pencils are produced annually throughout the world. The United States manufactures almost 2 billion pencils yearly—more than any other country.

Pen Tips

How To Select A Writing Instrument
A pen can be a very personal possession. Using a fine pen or pencil makes writing more enjoyable. As a gift, it can become a useful and treasured part of the recipient's daily routine. When bought for yourself, it makes a personal statement and becomes a faithful tool. Some writers favor a fountain pen, others a ballpoint pen or roller ball. And, of course, there are times when only a pencil will do. Choose the mode most comfortable to you or most appropriate to your task. And as usual, contact us with any questions!

FOUNTAIN PENS The fountain pen is an elegant, and very personal, writing instrument. The nib, or writing tip, determines smoothness and flexibility. With time, the nib conforms to your writing, and lending your fountain pen can alter the nib. Nibs are available in several sizes. Fountain pens use bottled ink or cartridges, and most easily convert to either. All Speakeasy Pens use cartridges. Writers with a light touch can use almost any make or style of fountain pen. CLEAN YOUR FOUNTAIN PEN Need to clean your nib? Got ink everywhere? Try aerosol hairspray and/or vinegar & water!!!	Find fountain pens: Traditional, Classic, Gentleman, Baron

Find Roller Ball pens: Traditional, Classic, Gentleman, Baron	ROLLER BALL The Roller Ball is perfect for those who want the flair of a fountain pen and the convenience of a ballpoint pen. Roller balls use a liquid ink that has a smooth and fluid flow, and most have caps to keep the ink from drying out.

BALLPOINT PEN Ballpoints are the most popular writing mode because they suit all writing styles. A good ball pen writes smoothly without skipping on most surfaces, even glossy or coated paper. They have a thick paste ink that is long-lasting and does not dry out when the point is exposed, which is why many ballpoint pens do not have caps. The points are exposed by either a push-top or twist mechanism.	Find ballpoint pens: Slimline, Comfort, Ultras, Cigars

Find mechanical pencils: Slimline, Comfort, Ultras	MECHANICAL PENCIL Professionals who need a precision drawing or sketching tool will come to rely on a good mechanical pencil, which delivers a clean, consistent line. Most mechanical pencils have self-feeding systems, which means the lead automatically advances into the point with a push-top or twist mechanism. Mechanical pencils must be loaded with correct size lead, or the leads may become jammed inside the mechanism. The most common lead sizes are 0.5 mm and 0.7 mm.

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