How to Swap A Jinhao Nib
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ส.ค. 2024
- If you have a Jinhao X450 or X750 fountain pen, you can greatly increase the versatility of the pen by swapping out the nib with a variety of available #6 size nibs. I show you how in this video, using Goulet #6 steel nibs (made by JoWo in Germany).
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Love the John 1:1 quote in the background.
Perfect instructions!!!! I made my 750 Jinhao write like a $100 pen with my Goulet replacement nib!
Hi. Which nib did you used. Extrafine or the other one?
i liked this video just because of the angry birds band aid (plus its a gr8 tutorial)
When you have two kids like Brian, it's always going to be a kids band-aid! - Colin
Did this with a Jinhao X450 using a Bock stainless steel nib wich I purchased from Beaufort Ink (UK). Good result. Transforms the pen.
I bought a "Goulet Extra Fine Nib", and tried it out and it writes amazing. Much better nib than the "medium", nib my Jinhao x750 came with. I strongly recommend Goulet nibs!
The pen writes smoothly & it doesn't cut off while I'm writing with it (which is the main reason I love the nib).
Osvaldo Garcia awesome! So glad you're enjoying it Osvaldo ;) -Brian Goulet
Thank you ever so much! I am old enough to remember school with no ballpoints, just fountain pens. Back to basics now. You explained clearly to me how to swap nibs after struggling for hours. Namaste.
to anyone who lost hope, keep trying. i was convinced that it wouldn't come out and i ended up using a clothespin to grip the bottom of the nib/feed. after wiggling and a good tight pull it came out and resulted in a now freshly cleaned pen.
Thank you! Mine won't come out :( and it's really hurting my hands I don't have large hands so it is becoming rather difficult. I was just about to give up.
There is a special set of pliers that you can get from fountain pen repair parts companies that has rubber covers over the jaws (that are specially shaped so as not to crush the nib and feed) to pull nibs and feeds.
But if you can't find them, or think they are too expensive, here is a little secret--they are NOT actually custom pliers made for fountain pens. They are ACTUALLY an automotive tool called "Spark Plug Boot Removal Pliers" and are designed to pull the wire off of the top of spark plugs in a car.
Lisle makes some of the best ones, but you can find them branded as Craftsman (at Sears), or in any good auto parts store--usually for around $10-15...
1775Dreamer - wow - what a fantastic tip! Thank you.
Thanks for the motivation. My hand is starting to hurt from trying and my dad attempted with pliers. I'll keep at it.
Did this on my Jinhao x750 pen w/a Goulet nib, works like a dream now! Even better than more expensive pens I have. Highly recommend this combo if you're ballin on a budget. Thanks for the video!
Hi. Which nib did you used extra fine or the other one?
AHHH you saved me brian! I struggled with putting the feed and nib in, I'm a new fountain pen owner
Glad I could help! -Brian Goulet
ExecutionBryan same
I stumbled on this older video at the very moment I was getting eager to get other nibs for my Jin Hao pens! As usual, your presentation is a model of clarity and good advice, and has inspired me to order several of your nibs. Thanks, again.
I've just come to terms with the fact that I will probably be covered in ink most of the time.
Me too...:P
No good artist ever has clean hands :)
Thank you for showing the difference between the Jinhao M and your EF! I’ve been wanting a finer line but wasn’t sure F vs EF, EF it is
I recommend the triangular grip for the tyros. They force you to hold the nib in the proper orientation. The lamy safari also has this feature. The low price of Jinhao and the easy availability of nibs to swap address two issues that the newbees have with fountain pens: price,and the vulnerability of nibs to damage when dropped.
Yes, the grip definitely can help keep the pen in the proper orientation. It's a more subtle triangular feel than the Safari though, and a thicker grip overall.
i took out my nib to apply a oblique grind to it, it turned out amazing i write with it daily, it's a bit wet sometimes but it's usually pretty dry with a higher angle which is uncomfortable, but i still love how it write much thicker lines and it just overall much better i feel that factory jinhao nibs are too slippery and don't really bite the page well enough for me it feels weird so i fixed it by using slightly more abrasive pads. it is really neat though.
I just bought my first Jinhao x750 from you along with some ink samples! And honestly, after writing with the pen a friend got for me very sweetly from Amazon, and I love the weight of it and the ink comes out without effort or pressure which my arthritic hands truly appreciate, but, I didn't know what it should or shouldn't feel or sound like to be honest. So just having the ink come out with basically the weight of the pen was very nice. But, it does have an audible sound of...not the chalk board thing, less then that or I'd not be able to deal, though my husband was shocked that I was able to stand writing with it when he heard me writing with it😳 but, since the ink came out so smooth and didn't skip or anything, I didn't know any better. Then I wrote with the Jinhao and it didn't make that noise or feeling at all and I was like ooooooooohhhhhh, so maybe it's not supposed to do that!! I was shocked at how smooth and quiet it was. So, if your nibs are even better then I will be saving up...yea, right now I'd have to save even for just a $15 nib and shipping, things are tight and as excited as I am, it'll have to wait a bit, especially since I sorta jumped and purchased some stuff from you into my credit card when I probably should have waited, but my hubby knows I was too excited to wait, but, need to save a bit now, but, totally worth it!! :)
So this was great to see exactly how changing nibs worked though, so thank you for that!!
The medium is too thick to me for letters and regular writing, I loved the look of the extra fine, but was curious if fine or extra fine nibs sound or feel scratchy like the chalkboard thing or writing with a nib with no ink feel since they're obviously a lot smaller. Because clearly I have no idea since I thought my gifted one was supposed to feel and sound that way and I was ok with it due to the no pressure on my hands thing, but now that I've written with the Jinhao, I may not be able to go back to the other and it doesn't have a removable nib so, that's a bummer.
Thanks so much for the help!!
Do you know why i can't take the nib off on my jinhao 999?
@@stathkon is that the dragon one?
I'm sorry, I'm not sure. All I know is that I had to pull harder then I wanted too as I was sure I'd break it... but at the same time, you don't want to squeeze the nib too hard or you could bend it.
Is it possible that it has dried ink in it,making it more stuck?
But I'm sure there are videos on it.
You can also look up Goulet Pens, they're on here, but also just calling them for help is great. Super knowledgeable am very very nice!!
Sorry, I wish I had an easier or better answer. :/ I just don't have that particular pen, so I'm not positive.
I'm sure someone will know.
Very timely video. I was asking someone how to swap nibs not five minutes ago. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful! -Rachel
I love these tutorial videos, as they are super helpful. I just got a Jinhao X750 and the Goulet (Discountinued) Black nib. This is my 2nd X750! - so now I'm just waiting for my inkpot to arrive :)
I've replaced "M" on Jinhao 450 to two-color Goulet "F" and "M" on Jinhao 750 to black Goulet 1.1 stub. Great!
The x750 is gorgeous 😍
+Ashley sanchez yeah, it's pretty cool :) -Brian Goulet
In my opinion, the x450 is way better looking.
I just got my first Jinhao from Goulet. It's an X450. It is very impressive. Why would anyone want to mess with a Noodlers Ahab when this is available? Love this. I'm ordering more. Thanks for the video.
I just put a Goulet 1.5 in my x450... Everyone says stubs are a bit feedbacky, but this thing feels like I'm writing with silk. I'm going to order some more nibs shortly, because I am 100% sold. Just the most pleasant writing experience I could imagine.
You're wrong, nobody says such things 🤔 That's true for extra fines or needle points but not for stubs, unless they have misaligned tines which would turn them to be scratchy.
The nib on my Jinhao X750 was impossible to remove, so I tried this and it worked:
1. Remove ink cartridge, rinse nib, blot dry
2. Cut a 25 cm (10 in) length of postal twine, double and knot to form a loop
3. Cut a 1x25 cm (0.5x10 in) strip of masking tape
4. Do 4 very tight wraps around bare nib/feeder at collar
5. Align loop strands with sides of metal nib
6. Do 8 very tight wraps around postal twine and nib/feeder
7. Grab cord and pen body firmly, pull using shoulders
After this heroic initial removal, the nib was reasonably easy to remove with normal hand force. If you slightly dampen a folded paper towel, that will conform to the ribs in the feeder and make it less likely to deform them when pulling.
Excellent stuff. I wasn't sure if the Jinhaos I own ( three X450's & one X750) were removed - all friction fit, which is easy - & even if yours won't come out on the first try, soak in water, overnight - that usually frees-up any nib section. Great video, Sir !! :D
Yes, definitely a friction fit...but nowhere near as easy as shown on the video.
I had to soak one in alcohol and hot water, then a bit of penetrating oil following by an alcohol rinse. Took quite a bit of work and I still had to use pliers. I am still working on the second.
That almost sounds as if it was glued in - cannot say I've ever had that much trouble removing a nib & feed. Seriously tight tolerances. I wish you well with the second 🙂
@@andrewtongue7084 The second one still won't come out, even soaking in very hot water.
Philip, there is one last technique you might employ. Purchase some denture cleaning effervescent tablets from a pharmacist/shop; place three in a cup/glass of water with the pen nib & feed into the 'fizzing' water - the oxidation process can loosen the components. What I would stringently avoid doing, is to use very hot water - it can distort the plastic feed. Try that & see if it works...
@@andrewtongue7084 Too late. The plastic feed broke off flush with the barrel even after being cooled and could not be dug out. Unless I can buy a hub the pen is ruined.
I bought a Jinhao X750 on Amazon. The feed was really jammed into the holder. I did the wiggling thing, pulled with pliers, heated, cooled,...and snapped the feed at the base. It took me 15 minutes to dig out the rest of it.
I bought a second 750 from the same store. The feed pulled right out.
NOW I can't get the Zebra G nib to stay lined up when I put the feed back in. Omg...
Got it! Managed with a piece of inner tube and a pair of flat nose pliers. Put the pliers on the top and bottom of the nib and feed where the feed is flat-ish, and pushed back. Worked like a charm. Happy camper, here.
So, basically, I can repalce the Jinhao #6 nib with any other #6 nib? Including a Noodler's flex nib, if I understood correctly 🤔 That sounds wonderful! I mean, I'm sure it won't be easy like you demonstrated... 😜 but, hopefully, I'll manage... somehow... Lol
Thanks for all your great videos. They're super helpful! Liat
Thanks from France for your kind and helpful video .
Thanks for watching! - Drew
Worked like a champ Brian.
Thanks for the great nib and instructions.
Brian, I have the Goulet 1.1 stub and I am 'in love.' You just recently sent me another 1.1 stub, which I anticipate placing on a Jinhao Century Blue Acrylic. When I order the Noodler's Konrad Acrylic, Goulet's 1.1 will be the nib of choice. On my current Konrad Ebonite I have my first 1.1 Goulet. Brian I just wish you had a nib package with only 1.1's, since I am not interested in F or EF nibs. I like the medium & 1.1 nibs only.
Thanks for the vid, needed it, just got an X750 in the mail and the nib was misaligned. Good grief this pen is amazing, love it!
+Johnny Clocks Yeah, it's a great budget pen, especially when paired with a Goulet nib! - Colin
There are videos for fixing those misalignments, check out The Pen Habit TH-cam channel!
After watching this, I ordered the Edison two-tone replacement nib, and received and installed it this morning. I expected an improvement, but this was a drastic improvement! I am so happy with my “new” pen!
For those still following this advice, Brian forgot to remove the converter or cartridge first, as it's attached to the nipple on the top of the feeder it pulls it back, better remove it before doing all this 👍
Perfect. This worked first time, as did the tip about cleaning out a new pen.
Thanks for this video, which gave me courage to try for myself.
My Jinhao x159 was really stubborn when it came to removing the nib and feed, but I made a discovery. Gorilla tape works wonders with hard to remove nibs and feeds.
I didn’t change the nib, but I flossed the times and separated them slightly, then sanded with Mylar paper. The pen works very well now..
THANK YOU for leaving this comment! I was struggling and struggling trying to get mine out; it wouldn't budge! Then I saw your comment and tried a bit of duct tape - worked the first time! :)
Well for a long time I've wondered how swap nibs!
I just bought my first fountain pen in many years. I had an inexpensive waterman in my 20's and my friends and I used the crud out of the A&W Sizzle Stix pens in high school in the late 80's. I loved the ombré effect you'd get changing ink cartridges. I have high hopes for the very very inexpensive Jinhow X-450 I just bought on eBay. I may come to you if it's too scratchy. I want to buy a large quantity of mixed color cartridges without selling the family farm. I'll have to dig more on your website. Love your videos and I have the Angry Birds bandaids too. They need to make more boy bandaids. My 6 year old will go to school with hello kitty ones sometimes. Hahaha
Monteverde has a great pack of mixed color cartridges (www.gouletpens.com/monteverde-ink-cartridges-color-mix-12-pack/p/MV-G305MIX ) that would be a great option. Should fit in the Jinhao as well. - Colin
Couldn't get mine loose. My husband tried, I tried a leather grip, I tried moderate heat, the leather wasn't thick enough to protect the feed from pliers... now I have a spare nib... it was a cheap starter pen so no huge loss.
Thanks for this Brian...just got a Jinhao purple body and it will look SO much nicer with a nice black Goulet nib in maybe a Broad. Think I'll get an italic too just for some extra variation sometimes.
Definitely try the italic out. Love the line variation it brings. - Colin
Thanks Colin...will do
My montverde comes apart the same way(ALMOST).Either you're as strong as an ox or the Jinhao factory workers are having funnies on me.Tried with serious purchase of the parts to be seperated.No dice. Took a small vise grip & slowly slowly worked them out,Dam,
Thanks. Very helpful. 🙌 There are some Jinhao colors I like that don't have a fude/calligraphy nib on them. This will be useful when I install one of those.
So - I did a thing…. I tried to replace the nib in my Jinhao purple X750 with an EF Goulet nib. The idea was great, the tutorial was amazing but the execution - it was truly an execution…..of the feed and the nib. Now I have the pen without the feed or the nib! And I have a Goulet nib with no feed! Any idea where I can buy just the FEED for this or am I just holding on to a useless skeleton? 😭. Thank you, and I’m sorry I failed your wonderful tutorial! I promise not to swap anymore nibs by myself in the future! I should’ve known - I suck at DIY’s! 😏 Thanks again!
I was given a Jinhao X750 with Zebra G nib for Christmas (2021). This wasn’t purchased from yourselves, just a seller on eBay. So far I haven’t been able to get any ink to flow. I managed to force some out at the base of where the nib holder exits the barrel. I haven’t been able to get the nib out even with cushioned pliers. I’ve also tried cleaning the nib assembly in my supersonic cleaner. Nothing happened. Maybe I was conned so I may just ditch this and start again looking for an inexpensive flexi nib pen 🙁
@5:58 that's a loud kitty!🖋
Hey Brian. Im new to the pen habit. Your videos helped me so much to get to know my pen. So my pen is a Jinhao 250 i see that you dont have it on your store but i just got the x450 and it is really nice! About the 250, what do you know about it?
I would like to know if i can use one of your fine nibs with the 250.
Thankyou!!
Thanks for this video. I like my jinhao, it's pretty and weighted perfectly. But the stub is kind of crap. Glad I can fix it up. :D
Can't remove the nib/feed from my Jinhao x750. I tried, I tried rocking it back and forth, I tried using a rubbery grip for more traction, I got my boyfriend to try, I tried pushing the feed out, I wrapped it in and broke out the pliers... the thing is not budging. I'm guessing that the feed is not actually removable and now I'm afraid I've damaged the pen. It's one of the black sparkly ones. It seems like not every Jinhao x750 was made with a removable nib/feed. :(
+channel they are a really tight fit i have ripped mine out with a rubber band and a lot of pressure with the pliers much of the feed gets marred but it doesn't affect performance that much. buy some from amazon they are like 3.40 on amazon but they might be a bit different, i got some with different cap and different filling mechanism, the caps just don't have a huge click like the one i got from goulet.
www.amazon.com/Gullor-Advanced-Jinhao-Fountain-Pattern/dp/B00HJ2OYPY
buy a bunch and try hard to break them free, if you ruin one it won't be that bad.
channel When the pen is new then it always can be easily disassembled But after use then ink will dry up at the inside top of the pen and then disassembly is very hard. I had the same problem with an already used pen, it needed a LOT of force including pliers.
Yeah I just got mine in the mail today and swapped the nib for a zebra g (flex) nib and I tore off more skin than I'd like to admit, but after a good bit of finicking I got it done, and boy was it worth it
Thanks to the suggestions on this sub thread I was able to solve the very same problem. I wasn't able to get the feed to come out, so I put it in a cub and ran hot water from the tap on it, flushed it out with a bulb, and then tried, with a tiny bit of rocking it came right out. Surprised me when it came out. Just note, even with drying everything out when you reink your pen it is going to write a little watery for a bit so make sure you write a few paragraphs before you put it away. (Jinhao 750X Shimmering Sands)
I nearly dislocated my thumb and wrist trying to get out the nib of my x450. Then I got the brilliant idea of just pulling on the POINT of the nib with a pair of pliers instead of trying to twist the entire feed, etc. out. It worked. The nib came out and then so did the rest of it. Just saying. Sometimes we're gripping the wrong thing.
Like I saw as a reply to another comment in here, if you're having trouble getting the nib out, try cleaning your pen. Dried up ink might make the process harder, it seemed impossible until I cleaned it.
I cannot loosen the job and feed from the pen, would it be safe to use a pair of pliers to do the job?
Clear & useful info, thanks.
Hey brian!!
I just ordered one of your nibs for this purpose...
Have you noticed that the Jinhao pen with factory nib is extremely wet? Mine is. I wonder if it's just my pen or all of them.... I got a fine Goulet steel nib to help slow the flow a bit and get a finer line.
I'd be interested to know if it's a characteristic of all of them or just my x750....
Thanks.
The newer Jinhao Century 100 pens have removable, threaded housing/nib assemblies. I wonder... Would the Edison nib assemblies be the same size, and have the same threads, so that whey would fit those Jinhao pens?
Another thing I've just observed while playing around with this pen (with the factory medium nib re-installed and using a Kaweco cartridge): It blurps. I've just had two big blobs of ink shoot out onto the page. Not happy. Might be a phenomenon related to using the cartridge - didn't happen when I was using a converter with this pen.
I had the same problem, but I tweaked the feed nib alignment a little and I think I may have solved it. I think the feed was too far from the nib end. I can;t be certain without more writing.
Yes, in the end - by mere chance - I got the pen to write properly by fiddling with the position of the nib. Not straightforward, but once it is done you are ok, at least until you have to dismantle the pen for cleaning...
It's definitely nicer without the blurp.
Um, yes...
Surprisingly, I cannot take the nib out of my X750. Are those fixed in place with some glue now?
I hope this improves my Jinhao X450! I just ordered the Goulet nib, let's see how this goes.
I've never done anything like change nibs before, though.
+Ianus This video should help you through the process, and it'll transform your Jinhao. It's a great way to improve the writing experience! - Colin
+The Goulet Pen Company Hey, I managed to switch the nibs following your video--thanks for that. But now I can't get any ink in, any ideas?
+Ianus I know this is late, but how is it? I want to do the same since my Skillcraft executive broke.
Not late! I still haven't been able to get any ink in the pen and I lost motivation to try and figure it out. I even bought a different brand converter to see if that would help. I could switch the old nib back in, but I really dislike writing with anything thicker. I'm not sure if I did it wrong, but ... it should have worked, in theory. This is my first FP, so...
+Ianus We're completely in the same boat! The jinhao pens that i got came in a set of 4 (gave one as a gift) it was $20 and FPs completely met what i wanted in a pen something that could be cheap, smooth and completely refillable which i got, i also saw tons of people like these goulet nibs on jinhaos. Idk what you could do though, you could get a new pen like the noodlers flex pens, TWSBI pens or even a skillcraft executive the executive is kinda small though!
I cannot get the nib out, even by rocking back and forth. Is there another way without breaking the nib?
Helpful, thanks!
Wondering why is it when i push a new cartridge in, the nib doesn’t get dislodged out.
not able to remove, its way too hard than it seems in the video i have been trying pulling that apart all evening now
Hi Brian. I just received a medium nib Jinhao X450 - sadly not from Goulet Pens but directly from China via eBay - the barrel wasn't properly finished as in their photo, which I'm sure would not have been the case if I'd bought from you. Free "ugly" pen it appears, as the seller is said to intend to send another - hopefully with a properly painted barrel this time. Lesson learned.
Inked with Noodler's "Apache Sunset" (on Doc Brown's and Ms. Goulet's written note on my last order) the Jinhao medium nib doesn't seem to have adequate ink flow. I removed and reinserted the nib/feed (as the ribbed finger grip seemed to be mis-aligned, but probably wasn't). I may have made things worse, but all seems to be in order according to your video, Brian. Any advice is appreciated.
I bought a JinHao 250 Stainless Steel Gold Trim Fountain Pen and was wondering if a fine goulet nib would fit on it? Any tips appreciated.
I cant seem to get the nib of my x750, even if i use all my force. Any specific grip I should use?
I tried this. It worked except the nib and feed is loose and the ink leaks a little while writing. I had tried forcing it inside the other way first.
There's a certain alignment for the feed to fit into the grip section. That should keep it secure and help prevent leaks. - Colin
I currently use a Jinhao 750 and I really like the feel of it and I have swapped out the nib for a Zebra G nib. However, I get so frustrated because the ink does not want to flow. I am frequently pushing down the ink to get it going many times in the same sketch. However, I love how fine it writes. I rarely use the flex part of the nib because I am always fussing with it just to get it to write. I saw your video on Liz Steel's website and she recommends your nib. I just watched this video and I am curious if the sketching experience will improve without the current frustrations of a dry pen. I use my pen everyday so the ink is not dried out in the nib. If I order this nib, exactly what is it called on the order form???
Thank you.
I can't really comment on the performance of the Zebra G nib, but our Goulet nibs should improve the writing experience. You can find them on our site here: www.gouletpens.com/goulet-replacement-nibs/c/121. Not sure what size nib you would want, but I think a finer line makes sense, so we have both fine and extra-fine available. - Colin
+The Goulet Pen Company Thank you very much.
hi, im a first time fountain i have a jinhao x450 and I wanted to know can I use ink cartridge instead of the converter in the pen?
Yep. as long as it is the standard international cartridge.
***** thanks seller told me no ,but I being my research on my jinhao x450,x750 fountain pen n found out I can.
Useful video
Thanks
I Can not get the Jinhao Nib out, Im afraid to break it. I soo Want to put My Goulet Nib in because I hear That makes this pen Even more Awesome. Any Tips? Iv'e tried The way Demonstrated.
Hi!
I watched this video because I want to know how to swap nibs.
I am a left handed and I want to swap my medium sized #5 nib from my inexpensive "knock-off" FP of U.S. Monteverde Impressa called Baoer 051, a Japanese one with a Extra Fine (EF) Nemosine #5 nib.
Are all Fountain Pens (FP) swappable nib?
Can my FP Baoer 51 be swapped with the #5 Nemosine Nib?
Thanks! Appreciate the reply much. - Justin
Hi,
thanks for your review. Helps:-).
Caveat: JINHAO #6 nib and BOCK #6 nib are not compactible
BOCK is wider and nearly impossible to put on JINHAO :(
I did jam a new nib in the wrong way and. It’s in there good. Any suggestions ? Jh 750, brand new Omni flex fpr nib.😖
Can the nib be removed on the Jinhao 500? It's my first fountain pen.
Can I get a variety of nibs for my Jinhao X159 from you? I would love that. The nib is huge. I would like an M, a1.1, and a fude, if possible. Thanks.
Hey there i have a question
I have a jinhao 250
I dont know if the jinhao 250
I dont know if the nibs are possible to be taken off
What about a 250 yellow blend?? The feed is really weird and it wont come out
I have a problem finding the feed for it
Ok. So I swapped the nib with one that says shuiyao Ef. It’s not feeding the nib right... but now I can’t get it back out! Help!
Not familiar with that nib in particular, but I'd make sure it was the right size (#6). If it's not, that can lead to a poor fit with flow issues. Using a grip or jar opener can help yank it out if stock. - Colin
I bought the black Jinhao and I can't get the nib bit out, no matter how hard I pull :(
Why it is so tight? I tried to pull it several times. Mine is jinhao x450
Hi, do you know which size nibs fit the duke pens? Thanks in advance.
Why am I having trouble with this do you have super strength or something
essa ponta serve para a jinhao 992? Obrigado.
I really need help in replacing my hooded nib on my jinhao fountain pen. where can I buy some?
Sorry, they don't sell that nib separately. - Drew
Can the nibs be replaced on a Jinhao 886?
Same deal for Jin 9056?
I cant pull out, finally used plyer and broke the x750 with too broad nip cant write on normal paper
anyone knows where I could get a #6 nib in canada? I would love to order from goulet but with the shipping fee and the exchange rate, it's a killer
Can you fit the Edison nib and feed all in one unit in there ?
what is your writing position ? (position of your body with respect to the book.)
love your hair :D
Can these be used on a Jinhao 82?
Are there any other FPs with interchangeable nibs? I have a few Jinhaos coming in. I noticed you mentioned the Noodler's as well. Anything else?
Most pens that have #6 sized nibs are swappable. Here's a slice that has a few examples: th-cam.com/video/idUmqRGRDNY/w-d-xo.html - Colin
Awesome thanks! I know I saw some TWSBIs mentioned but do you know if the ECO takes #6 sized nibs?
I ordered a jinhao x450 and tried to change the nib, but the nib and feed can't get loose. What should I do?
If you have a grip of any sort, that can help! They are really friction fit in there, so it might take some real force and the grip helps (www.gouletpens.com/goulet-grip/p/GP-10013 ) - Colin
I'm pretty disappointed with the results I just got trying to swap the Jinhao medium nib for a Goulet 1.1mm italic nib. The pen wrote well with the factory nib, but when I put the italic nib in it, the performance of the feed went crazy. (I'm using a Kaweco cartridge, which has their well-behaved ink in it. The converter broke.) At some times, the pen would write normally, and then turn extremely wet, to the point where I had massive bleed-through - this would happen in the middle of a paragraph that started out normally. I put the medium nib back in the pen, and everything was OK again. Put the italic nib in the pen again and it all went to pot. I don't think there is anything wrong with the Goulet nib I received. But something is definitely wrong with the way it is interacting with the feed on this pen. I was really hoping to use an italic nib, but guess I'm stuck with medium.
When I first put the nib in like Brian mentioned, the feed also acted a little haywire. But then I kept pulling the nib out and pushing the feed back in little by little. By the time there was a half mm gap or so between the tip of the feed and the edge of the nib (instead of them meeting together like Brian mentioned), things started getting manageable. I am using some Noodler's inks, which are usually much thicker compared to some of the other inks, so the ink between the nib and the feed is sticky and dense enough to keep the nib happily snug on the feed. If you use a very fluid ink, and you put pressure on the nib, it is possible that the nib gets pushed back in, but this has never happened to me. I am quite happy with the performance now.
Every time I ink up the pen though, I have to dry/wipe the feed with a paper towel, because if the feed is primed, the feed will turn even XF nibs into gushers.
Brian, Have you tried a Noodler's Flex #6 nib on the Jinhao X450 / X750 ? Can the Jinhao feed keep up with ink-guzzling "flex"-writing?
+colorprinter41 It really doesn't keep up with the ink needed for the flex nib. I wouldn't recommend it! -Margaret
@@Gouletpens Dang - I read this only NOW, as I am sitting here about to change my Jinhao nib to... a Noodler's Flex nib. 😕 Guess I'll try out the new broad nib instead!
How do you check the size of the nib on a Jinhao x450?
UM THEY FORGOT THE JINHAO 250 the nibs can be taken out no need to twist to take it off you just simply take it off by wiggling it's nib out
Mine won't budge! Its a Jinhao X450. What can I do to force the nib out? I tried for over an hour!!
It definitely takes some force. If you have any sort of grip (like to open jars or something) that can be really helpful! Be sure to try pulling straight out as well. - Colin
Is there a way to stop ink from leaking onto the nib from opening the cap. Will getting a nib other than the one that came with it help.
Will Hornberger probably not too much, this has as much to do with the feed as anything. The feeds on the Jinhaos are pretty wet, so nib creep and ink droplets are common, I find. -Brian Goulet
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Can i have some help with ink ? Ive been using blue ink in a fountain penn the blue had just ranout and all ive got is black ink cartrages left can i use the black ink cartrage withoutcleaning the fountain pen if you can clean it ? Some 1 please help
+Morgan Pearce Its your pen, you can do what you want. It's definitely recommended you clean your pen. However, if you don't it's not like your pen will explode. It will take a while to transition over to black, so it'll be a bluish blacking blend for a while until it all changes over. -Brian Goulet
does anyone know how to remove the nib from a X159?