Quick Tips on Pens

How do I clean my pen?
We recommend cleaning your pens on a regular basis to ensure adequate ink flow and nib performance.

• For the nib unit, simply run the nib under tap water until clear water is consistently running through the nib. You may use a small bulb syringe to help expel water through the nib unit to speed up the amount of time needed to thoroughly flush the nib.
• For the pen body, use regular tap water with a squirt of liquid dish soap, like Dawn. Only soak the pen for 20-30 minutes before rinsing and drying. Make sure to use a soft cloth to dry the clip. If you have a more unusual material such as ebonite, be careful about soaking for more than a couple of minutes.
• You may use a small, soft bristled brush like a baby's toothbrush to gently clean the inside of the cap and barrel.

 

How do I fill my fountain pen using a converter?

• Remove the cap and barrel from the section.
• Remove if there is a disposable cartridge, and insert converter.
• Twist the piston to the bottom. 
• Dip nib into the ink bottle submerged to the section edge.
• Twist piston to top position, and back down again to expel any sediment collected in the nib, or air bubbles.
• Slowly twist back to top position.
• Replace barrel and clean the nib. 
• You are ready to write. See video for visual.

 

 

How do I prepare my pen for eyedroppering?
It is VERY IMPORTANT to apply silicone grease to prevent leaking.
We offer silicone grease here: Silicone Grease page.
Here's how to apply the grease: 

 

 

How do I change the nib in my pen?
Please watch this quick video: