6 Vintage Dip Pen Nibs, Blanzy Poure, № 090 L'Oriflamme Good for Calligraphy and Drawing
Made by Blanzy Poure & Cie, so dates them 1945, before the merger with Gilbert.
These are pointed script nibs for writing and drawing. Fine or even Extra Fine tips.
In looks they are very similar to the Sergeant Major N° 500
They are steel plated with chrome or something else shiny
I'm not a calligrapher so the writing sample might not do them justice.
Note: The original box is shown for historical reference only and is not included.
Preparation & Pro-Tips
Before you dip: New (old stock) nibs come with a protective coating. If your ink beads up like water on a freshly waxed car, it needs a quick degreasing.
The Methods: You’ll hear people suggest everything from soap and spit to potatoes or flames.
The Advice: Skip the flame (it can ruin the temper of the metal) and save the potato for dinner. A quick rub with a bit of dish soap or even a "quick inky rub" usually does the trick! You want the ink to cling to the metal like paint.
Shipping & Combined Orders
Buy more, save more on postage! I have a wide variety of vintage nibs in my shop. Combined postage is automatic: you only pay the shipping cost for the item with the highest rate. Everything else ships for free!
Custom Orders: Looking for a specific mix? Drop me a message and I’ll be happy to put together a custom nib flight just for you.
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