Calligraphy Nib Chart
Calligraphy Nest · calligraphynest.com · reviewed September 13, 2026
| Nikko G | firm, forgiving, and the near-universal beginner recommendation |
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| Zebra G | slightly more flexible than the Nikko G with more line variation |
| Brause EF66 | very flexible with dramatic thick strokes, but demanding |
| Brause Steno (Blue Pumpkin) | medium flexibility with a distinctive reservoir that holds more ink |
| Hunt 101 and Hunt 22 | fine and very flexible, favoured for Spencerian and delicate scripts where hairlines need to be genuinely hairline-thin |
| Leonardt Principal | extremely flexible, capable of very wide swells |
Typical values for general guidance. Always check the manufacturer's specification for your exact product.
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