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Calligraphy Pens

Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.1 Nib Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.1 Nib
$35
10000230
Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Black & Rhodium - Soft Flexible Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Black & Rhodium - Soft Flexible
$224
$280

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P60742
Sailor Compass Hocoro Dip Pen Set in Gray with Fine Nib and 1.0mm Calligraphy Nib Sailor Compass Hocoro Dip Pen Set in Gray with Fine Nib and 1.0mm Calligraphy Nib
$29
12-0220-021
Sheaffer Calligraphy Maxi Kit with Black, Yellow and Blue Pens Sheaffer Calligraphy Maxi Kit with Black, Yellow and Blue Pens
$40
$50

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SH-93404
Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Frosted Coconut Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Frosted Coconut
$35
10001628
Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Black - Soft Flexible Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Black - Soft Flexible
$304
$380

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P60670
Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl Brown - 40 Degree Fude Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl Brown - 40 Degree Fude
$17.59
$21.99

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12-0150-080
Kaweco Skyline Sport Calligraphy Set in Mint with Tin - 1.1/1.5/1.9/2.3 Kaweco Skyline Sport Calligraphy Set in Mint with Tin - 1.1/1.5/1.9/2.3
$80
10001248
Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl Pink - 40 Degree Fude Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl Pink - 40 Degree Fude
$19.80
$21.99

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12-0150-031
BIMOJI FUDE PEN ASSORTED SET BIMOJI FUDE PEN ASSORTED SET
$12.65
$25.35

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XT/5V2
Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl White - 40 Degree Fude Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Pearl White - 40 Degree Fude
$17.59
$21.99

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12-0150-010
Kaweco Calligraphy Set - Frosted Coconut - Nib Sizes 1.1, 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 Kaweco Calligraphy Set - Frosted Coconut - Nib Sizes 1.1, 1.5, 1.9, 2.3
$80
10001630
Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.5 Nib Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.5 Nib
$35
10000650
Brause Advanced Calligraphy Set with 6 Nibs and 1 Holder Brause Advanced Calligraphy Set with 6 Nibs and 1 Holder
$48.50
HB140
J. Herbin History of Writing Chinese Calligraphy Writing Set J. Herbin History of Writing Chinese Calligraphy Writing Set
$42.50
H281-09
Kaweco Calligraphy Set - Black - Nib Sizes 1.1, 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 Kaweco Calligraphy Set - Black - Nib Sizes 1.1, 1.5, 1.9, 2.3"
$80
10000229
Kaweco Calligraphy Set in Frosted Coconut - Medium Point Kaweco Calligraphy Set in Frosted Coconut - Medium Point
$55
10001629
Sailor Compass Hocoro Dip Pen Set in White with Fine Nib and 1.0mm Calligraphy Nib Sailor Compass Hocoro Dip Pen Set in White with Fine Nib and 1.0mm Calligraphy Nib
$25
12-0220-010
Pilot Prera Clear Fountain Pen in Pink Pilot Prera Clear Fountain Pen in Pink
$67.20
$84

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P22067
Kaweco Calligraphy Sport Steel Replacement Nib in Black Kaweco Calligraphy Sport Steel Replacement Nib in Black
$14
10001139
Sheaffer Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black Set Sheaffer Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black Set
From $15.95
SH-93401
Sheaffer Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black Mini Set - Assorted Nibs Sheaffer Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black Mini Set - Assorted Nibs
$34.95
SH-93402
Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 2.3 Nib Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 2.3 Nib
$35
10000811
Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Brown - Soft Flexible Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Brown - Soft Flexible
$304
$380

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P60672
Sepia Accessories Infinite Stars Brass Seljuk Calligraphy Set Sepia Accessories Infinite Stars Brass Seljuk Calligraphy Set
$210
SP009
Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.9 Nib Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - 1.9 Nib
$35
10000810
Monteverde Monza ID Fountain Pen in Clear - Calligraphy Set Monteverde Monza ID Fountain Pen in Clear - Calligraphy Set
$88
$110

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main types of calligraphy pens? +
Broad-edge pens, such as the Pilot Parallel and Lamy Joy, feature a flat-edged nib that generates thick or thin line strokes based on the direction of your stroke, making them ideal for structured scripts like Blackletter and Italic. Pointed pens like the Pilot Falcon have soft nibs that swell under downstroke pressure, and many writers use them to approach the classic Copperplate and Spencerian styles a dip pen would traditionally produce. Fude pens have a bent tip that alters line width depending on how high or low you tilt the pen against the page. Brush pen tips flex like a paintbrush and are best for freeform modern lettering, while dip pens use interchangeable steel nibs that you dip into ink by hand.
How is a dip pen different from other models? +
A calligraphy fountain pen carries its own ink in a cartridge or converter and writes continuously, so on the whole, it's cleaner and more portable. In contrast, a traditional dip pen has no reservoir, so you have to re-dip the nib every few words. The benefit of a dip pen is that you can switch inks freely and use the thick calligraphy inks a fountain pen can't withstand.
Which calligraphy pens are best for beginners? +
Beginners are well-suited to forgiving broad-edge calligraphy pens like the Pilot Parallel or the Lamy Joy. These pens hold their own ink, so you don't ever have to dip the pen, and their flat nibs lay down clean thick-and-thin strokes after a very short learning curve.
What's inside a calligraphy pen set? +
Sets typically include a pen body, several interchangeable nibs, ink, and a few starter accessories. A Pilot Parallel set, for example, pairs the pen with black and red ink cartridges, a pipette for flushing the nib, and a nib-cleaning tool. Multi-nib kits like the Kaweco Calligraphy Set or Lamy Joy three-nib set give you a range of nib widths to try without buying separate pens, an efficient way to learn what size fits your hand. Calligraphy dip pen sets from Brause work differently, bundling a wooden holder with a selection of interchangeable steel nibs and, in some versions, an ink bottle.
How do I choose the right nib size for calligraphy? +
Consider the letter scale you want and the script style you're practicing. A wide nib makes bold, large letters while a narrower one is best for fine handwriting. A 1.5 mm nib is a comfortable middle ground for everyday practice, 2.4 to 3.8 mm nibs show off your confident display lettering, and the widest 6.0 mm nibs excel at posters and headers. If you're unsure, a multi-size set lets you experiment, or you can contact our team and we'll help find a good nib to start.
What ink does a calligraphy pen use, and how do I refill one? +
Refill your calligraphy fountain pens with cartridges or use a converter to draw ink from a bottle. To replace a cartridge, unscrew the barrel, pull the empty cartridge off the nib section, and push a fresh one on until it clicks. Review our cartridge and converter compatibility guide to see which cartridges and converters fit each brand. A traditional dip pen can take almost any ink, including the thicker calligraphy and India inks.
Can a calligraphy pen be used for everyday writing? +
Yes, a calligraphy pen can be used for everyday writing, though how well depends on the nib. A fine broad-edge or a fude pen writes legibly at normal size and doubles nicely as a daily pen, and the Sailor Fude De Mannen is a favorite for exactly this, since its angled nib gives everyday notes some character without slowing you down. The widest broad-edge nibs, from about 3.0 mm up, lay down too much ink for small handwriting and are better kept for lettering. If you want a pen for daily writing, the broader fountain pens range has finer nibs built for it.
Can left-handed writers use a calligraphy pen? +
Yes! Plenty of calligraphers are left-handed. Lefties who push the nib instead of pulling it may catch the paper, so an underwriter hand position or a left-oblique holder helps, and quick-drying ink cuts down on smudging. Broad-edge and brush pens are generally the easiest place to start, since pointed-nib scripts are less forgiving of a pushed stroke.
How do I clean and care for a calligraphy pen and its nib? +
To clean a calligraphy pen, flush the nib and feed with cool water until it runs clear, then let the parts air-dry before you reassemble it. A fountain-style calligraphy pen needs this every few weeks or whenever you change ink color, since dried ink starves the feed and makes the pen skip. Dip nibs should be wiped and dried right after each session, because leftover ink corrodes the steel and hardens on the tip.
What accessories do I need for calligraphy beyond the pen? +
Calligraphers rely on a few core accessories: high-quality paper or a practice notebook, bottled ink or spare cartridges, and a soft cloth for wiping nibs between refills. A dip pen writer will need a nib holder (straight for most scripts, oblique for Copperplate), an ink well or dinky dip to load the nib, and blotting paper to lift excess ink from finished strokes. A pen case is worth adding once you own more than one or two pens, and a bottle of pen flush makes deep cleaning easier than plain water alone.