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Speedball Lettering Nib Set

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description Speedball Lettering Nib Set Overview

Speedball Lettering Nib Set is an American set of interchangeable steel nibs by Speedball Art Products, which has published influential lettering instruction books since the early 20th century, covering C, B, D, and A nib styles.

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What is the difference between Speedball A, B, and C lettering nibs?

A-style nibs have a broad square-ended writing surface, B-style nibs produce rounded monoline strokes, and C-style nibs use a broad chisel edge for thick-and-thin lettering. The shapes suit different jobs, from show-card lettering to Roman, italic, and blackletter alphabets.

Can Speedball lettering nibs be used in a standard dip-pen holder?

The A, B, and C lettering nibs fit Speedball's standard straight pen holders, including holders made for its broad-edge nibs. They are dip nibs and do not fit ordinary fountain pens.

Why is there a metal reservoir attached to a Speedball nib?

The reservoir holds a small supply of ink against the steel nib so the writer can complete more letters between dips. It should be flushed after using waterproof or acrylic ink because dried ink can obstruct the feed.

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