{"product_id":"nikko-5-pen-nib-vintage","title":"Nikko #5 Pen Nib (Vintage)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan approximately 75 years ago, Nikko's #5 pointed pen nib is a firm, precise pen for uniform lettering and drawing. This type of pen (often called a 'school pen') is one of the most popular varieties, and it was even more popular in the early 20th century when people relied on them for controlled writing and even for mathematical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the vintage Nikko #5 is great for small lettering or detailed drawing. Use it with any kind of ink — in the sample, we've used fountain pen ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nib does not feature the JIS mark, which was applied to all Japanese dip pens starting in 1955. It is marked with \"Made in Japan\" which typically dates the nib to after the end of the occupation period in 1952. Therefore, we have very high confidence that this vintage pen was manufactured between 1950 and 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT OUR VINTAGE DIP PENS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the protective coating applied to all dip pens (even new ones produced today), these pens are in excellent vintage condition. They've been checked for rust and other defects by our experts and are ready to return to service on your desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any dip pen, you will need to remove the protective coating so that ink will stick to the nib consistently. To remove the coating, simply dip your new pen in ink a couple of times and wipe it off. Repeat until the ink coats the nib completely and doesn't bead up. This process takes about 15 seconds and only needs to be done once, before you use the pen for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Appearance may vary slightly since this is a vintage item. Limited stock. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Art Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48171259592962,"sku":"785366202281","price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2228\/7429\/files\/nikko5pre-jis.jpg?v=1784695572","url":"https:\/\/shop.stlartsupply.com\/en-ca\/products\/nikko-5-pen-nib-vintage","provider":"St. Louis Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}