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Gillott 170 Nib

6.03

Fair

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Calligraphy Flexible British Script Dip Nib Pointed

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description Gillott 170 Nib Overview

Manufactured by Joseph Gillott in England, the Gillott 170 Nib is a highly flexible pointed pen tip historically favored by mapmakers and copperplate calligraphers for its extremely fine hairlines.

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Gillott 170 Nib ranks #149 of 158 in the Calligraphy ranking, behind Speedball A5 Nib, ahead of Brause 361 Nib.

balance Gillott 170 Nib Pros & Cons

thumb_up Pros

check Exceptional line variation
check Produces extremely fine hairlines
check Well suited to small lettering

thumb_down Cons

close Fragile under heavy pressure
close Catches on textured paper
close Requires careful pressure control

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How good is Gillott 170 Nib?

Gillott 170 Nib scores 6.03/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Calligraphy category.

What are the best alternatives to Gillott 170 Nib?

See our alternatives page for Gillott 170 Nib for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Leonardt 256 Nib, Gillott 303 Nib, Hunt 56 Nib.

How does Gillott 170 Nib compare to Leonardt 256 Nib?

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Is Gillott 170 Nib worth it in 2026?

With a score of 6.03/10, Gillott 170 Nib is a solid option in Calligraphy. See all Calligraphy ranked.

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