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How to get the best out of a fountain pen

    1. Don’t let anyone else use it

    This wisdom goes back a long way for me. Not sure where it originates but I always cringe if anyone tries to use a fountain pen of mine. I always carry a biro for anyone who needs a pen. I don't use biros myself. The premise of not lending a fountain pen is that it can ruin the nib. 

    2. Good paper

    I like smooth good quality paper. It's bliss seeing the ink laid down on the page.

    3. Use quality ink

    My favourite is J Herbin although these are more expensive now. I like Diamine. I shop for ink at cultpens.com

    4. Pen cases

    I keep my pens in pen cases so that I can carry them with me without damaging them. 

    5. Flush

    If I've not used a pen for a while, I'll flush it through with lukewarm water to give it a good clean.

    6. Break it in

    Sometimes a new pen takes a while to bed in. The nib will adjust to your writing. 
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