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Why is it so hard to write with a fountain pen?
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The use of fountain pens has been around for decades, and despite the fact that in today's digital environment, they may seem antiquated, many people still have a soft spot in their hearts for these writing implements. It doesn't matter whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out; writing with a fountain pen can be a fun and fulfilling experience for anybody. Here's a beginner's guide to help you get started.
What exactly is a fountain pen, though?
A writing tool known as a fountain pen writes with ink, as opposed to a ballpoint pen, which employs a thick ink paste. Ballpoint pens are more common. A nib is the metal tip that is found on fountain pens. It is responsible for holding ink and spreading it evenly over the page. The tip of the nib is often split to produce a tiny slit through which the ink flows. The nib is typically composed of gold, stainless steel, or other metals.
Why Should You Write with a Fountain Pen?
In comparison to other kinds of pens, fountain pens provide a number of benefits. They, first and foremost, provide an original and distinctive writing experience. The gratifying experience that this pen offers cannot be achieved with any other pen because of the smooth flow of ink and the flexibility of the nib. As a result of the increased level of control one has over the flow of ink, fountain pens are particularly well-suited to the practice of calligraphy and other types of creative writing.
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