On this episode, the hosts rank Pilot nibs, express disappointment with a pen design, explore the Pentel Smash mic and Y Studio's Ocean Rollerball Pen, discuss a new recommended pen, share their love for Retro 51 pens, and review different nibs, focusing on their top three favorites from Pilot.
The Course nib is ranked lowest due to lack of line variation and ink spreading.
The Soft Medium nib lacks distinction and is positioned unclearly between soft fine and soft medium.
The Soft Fine nib provides controlled line variation, making it ideal for flexible handwriting.
Deep dives
The Pan Addict Episode 579 - Pilot Nib Rankings
In this episode of The Pan Addict, Brad ranks and discusses the 15 different Pilot nibs, from the course nib to the FA nib, providing insights on each nib's performance and suitability for different writing styles.
The Course Nib - Line Variation and Ink Spreading
Brad ranks the Course nib as the lowest in his ranking due to the lack of line variation and its tendency to spread ink on the page.
The Soft Medium Nib - Lack of Distinction
Brad ranks the Soft Medium nib lower due to its lack of distinction and its positioning in between a soft fine and soft medium present unclear value and usage.
The Soft Fine Nib - Delicate Flexibility
Brad ranks the Soft Fine nib higher due to its ability to provide line variation in a controlled manner, ideal for writers seeking flexibility and flair in their handwriting.
The Music Nib - Wide Stub-style Writing
The Music nib provides line variation with its stub-like design, allowing for wide vertical lines and thin horizontal lines. However, Brad ranks it lower due to the availability of a better option for line variation.
The highly anticipated Pilot nib ranking finally happens on this episode, with Brad counting down from number 15 to his favorite nib in the top spot. Which ones should you buy, and which should you avoid? Brad writes it all out on this episode.
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