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Pilot Parallel Pen Set - Assorted Calligraphy Set Pilot Parallel Pen Set - Assorted Calligraphy Set
$45.22
$56.52

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P90078
Kaweco Fountain Pen Calligraphy Steel Nib Kaweco Fountain Pen Calligraphy Steel Nib
$18
10001037
Pilot Custom 912 Fountain Pen in Black & Rhodium - 14K Gold Pilot Custom 912 Fountain Pen in Black & Rhodium - 14K Gold
$320
$400

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P13923
Pilot Parallel 4 Individual Set of Calligraphy Pen - 1.5, 2.4, 3.8, & 6.0mm Pilot Parallel 4 Individual Set of Calligraphy Pen - 1.5, 2.4, 3.8, & 6.0mm
$39.59
$56.52

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P9005SET
Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Resin Purple - 14K Gold Soft Flexible Nib Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Resin Purple - 14K Gold Soft Flexible Nib
$224
$280

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P15661
Sailor Compass HighAce Neo Calligraphy Fountain Pen Sailor Compass HighAce Neo Calligraphy Fountain Pen
From $21.99
12-0155-100
Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Black & Gold - Soft Flexible Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Black & Gold - Soft Flexible
$224
$280

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P60252
Lamy Joy Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Shiny Black with Red Clip Lamy Joy Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Shiny Black with Red Clip
$28
$35

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L015-1.9
Kaweco Perkeo Calligraphy Set in Blue - 1.1mm, 1.5mm and 1.9mm Nibs Kaweco Perkeo Calligraphy Set in Blue - 1.1mm, 1.5mm and 1.9mm Nibs
$40
10002092
Brause Calligraphy Practice Handwriting Notebook Brause Calligraphy Practice Handwriting Notebook
$16
HB98204
Brause Introduction to Calligraphy Lettering Practice Cards Brause Introduction to Calligraphy Lettering Practice Cards
$29
HB194
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Red 1.5 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Red 1.5 mm Nib
$14.13
P90050
Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - Twin Nib Kaweco Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Classic Black - Twin Nib
$55
10000652
Lamy Joy Calligraphy Set in Black with 3 Nibs Lamy Joy Calligraphy Set in Black with 3 Nibs
$71.20
$89

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L15S
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Orange 2.4 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Orange 2.4 mm Nib
$14.13
P90051
Pilot Calligraphy Parallel Pen Ink Cartridges in Assorted Colors - Pack of 12 Pilot Calligraphy Parallel Pen Ink Cartridges in Assorted Colors - Pack of 12
$4.28
P77318
Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Dark Green - 55 Degree Fude Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Dark Green - 55 Degree Fude
$17.59
$21.99

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12-0150-067
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Green 3.8 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Green 3.8 mm Nib
$14.13
P90052
Brause Calligraphy Nibs in Rose - Pack of 3 Brause Calligraphy Nibs in Rose - Pack of 3
$20.50
HB300076
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Pink 3.0 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Pink 3.0 mm Nib
$15.01
P14679
Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Burgundy - Soft Flexible Pilot Metal Falcon Fountain Pen in Burgundy - Soft Flexible
$304
$380

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P60573
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Blue 6.0 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Blue 6.0 mm Nib
$14.13
P90053
Brause Calligraphy Set - 6 Nibs, 1 Wood Nib Holder, and 1 Bottle Black Ink Brause Calligraphy Set - 6 Nibs, 1 Wood Nib Holder, and 1 Bottle Black Ink
$55.50
HB195
Brause Calligraphy Set - Includes 6 Nibs and 1 Wood Nib Holder Brause Calligraphy Set - Includes 6 Nibs and 1 Wood Nib Holder
$35.65
HB137
Lamy Joy Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Strawberry with Red Clip - 1.5 mm Stub Nib Lamy Joy Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Strawberry with Red Clip - 1.5 mm Stub Nib
$28
$35

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L15-15SB
Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Resin Blue - 14K Gold Soft Flexible Nib Pilot Falcon Fountain Pen in Resin Blue - 14K Gold Soft Flexible Nib
$224
$280

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P15664
Pilot Parallel Assorted Calligraphy Pen Set - Pack of 6 Pilot Parallel Assorted Calligraphy Pen Set - Pack of 6
$67.82
$84.78

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Parallel-6SET
Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Dark Blue - 40 Degree Fude Sailor Compass Fude De Mannen Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Dark Blue - 40 Degree Fude
$17.59
$21.99

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12-0150-040
Lamy Joy AL Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black Lamy Joy AL Calligraphy Fountain Pen in Black
$32
$40

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L11-1.5
Monteverde Monza ID Fountain Pen in Crystal Clear - Calligraphy Set Monteverde Monza ID Fountain Pen in Crystal Clear - Calligraphy Set
$31.95
$40

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MV36758
Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Turquoise 4.5 mm Nib Pilot Parallel Beginner Calligraphy Fountain Pen - Turquoise 4.5 mm Nib
$15.01
P14682
Kaweco Calligraphy Set in Black - Small Italic Nib 1.5 mm & 2.3 mm Kaweco Calligraphy Set in Black - Small Italic Nib 1.5 mm & 2.3 mm
$55
10000812
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main types of calligraphy pens? +
Broad-edge pens, such as the Pilot Parallel and Lamy Joy, feature a flat-edged nib that generates thick or thin line strokes based on the direction of your stroke, making them ideal for structured scripts like Blackletter and Italic. Pointed pens like the Pilot Falcon have soft nibs that swell under downstroke pressure, and many writers use them to approach the classic Copperplate and Spencerian styles a dip pen would traditionally produce. Fude pens have a bent tip that alters line width depending on how high or low you tilt the pen against the page. Brush pen tips flex like a paintbrush and are best for freeform modern lettering, while dip pens use interchangeable steel nibs that you dip into ink by hand.
How is a dip pen different from other models? +
A calligraphy fountain pen carries its own ink in a cartridge or converter and writes continuously, so on the whole, it's cleaner and more portable. In contrast, a traditional dip pen has no reservoir, so you have to re-dip the nib every few words. The benefit of a dip pen is that you can switch inks freely and use the thick calligraphy inks a fountain pen can't withstand.
Which calligraphy pens are best for beginners? +
Beginners are well-suited to forgiving broad-edge calligraphy pens like the Pilot Parallel or the Lamy Joy. These pens hold their own ink, so you don't ever have to dip the pen, and their flat nibs lay down clean thick-and-thin strokes after a very short learning curve.
What's inside a calligraphy pen set? +
Sets typically include a pen body, several interchangeable nibs, ink, and a few starter accessories. A Pilot Parallel set, for example, pairs the pen with black and red ink cartridges, a pipette for flushing the nib, and a nib-cleaning tool. Multi-nib kits like the Kaweco Calligraphy Set or Lamy Joy three-nib set give you a range of nib widths to try without buying separate pens, an efficient way to learn what size fits your hand. Calligraphy dip pen sets from Brause work differently, bundling a wooden holder with a selection of interchangeable steel nibs and, in some versions, an ink bottle.
How do I choose the right nib size for calligraphy? +
Consider the letter scale you want and the script style you're practicing. A wide nib makes bold, large letters while a narrower one is best for fine handwriting. A 1.5 mm nib is a comfortable middle ground for everyday practice, 2.4 to 3.8 mm nibs show off your confident display lettering, and the widest 6.0 mm nibs excel at posters and headers. If you're unsure, a multi-size set lets you experiment, or you can contact our team and we'll help find a good nib to start.
What ink does a calligraphy pen use, and how do I refill one? +
Refill your calligraphy fountain pens with cartridges or use a converter to draw ink from a bottle. To replace a cartridge, unscrew the barrel, pull the empty cartridge off the nib section, and push a fresh one on until it clicks. Review our cartridge and converter compatibility guide to see which cartridges and converters fit each brand. A traditional dip pen can take almost any ink, including the thicker calligraphy and India inks.
Can a calligraphy pen be used for everyday writing? +
Yes, a calligraphy pen can be used for everyday writing, though how well depends on the nib. A fine broad-edge or a fude pen writes legibly at normal size and doubles nicely as a daily pen, and the Sailor Fude De Mannen is a favorite for exactly this, since its angled nib gives everyday notes some character without slowing you down. The widest broad-edge nibs, from about 3.0 mm up, lay down too much ink for small handwriting and are better kept for lettering. If you want a pen for daily writing, the broader fountain pens range has finer nibs built for it.
Can left-handed writers use a calligraphy pen? +
Yes! Plenty of calligraphers are left-handed. Lefties who push the nib instead of pulling it may catch the paper, so an underwriter hand position or a left-oblique holder helps, and quick-drying ink cuts down on smudging. Broad-edge and brush pens are generally the easiest place to start, since pointed-nib scripts are less forgiving of a pushed stroke.
How do I clean and care for a calligraphy pen and its nib? +
To clean a calligraphy pen, flush the nib and feed with cool water until it runs clear, then let the parts air-dry before you reassemble it. A fountain-style calligraphy pen needs this every few weeks or whenever you change ink color, since dried ink starves the feed and makes the pen skip. Dip nibs should be wiped and dried right after each session, because leftover ink corrodes the steel and hardens on the tip.
What accessories do I need for calligraphy beyond the pen? +
Calligraphers rely on a few core accessories: high-quality paper or a practice notebook, bottled ink or spare cartridges, and a soft cloth for wiping nibs between refills. A dip pen writer will need a nib holder (straight for most scripts, oblique for Copperplate), an ink well or dinky dip to load the nib, and blotting paper to lift excess ink from finished strokes. A pen case is worth adding once you own more than one or two pens, and a bottle of pen flush makes deep cleaning easier than plain water alone.