Tachikawa Comic Pen Nib Holder, Model 40 (T-40)

This is my first dip pen and I was a bit unsure about getting this one because I wasn't sure if I'd like the squishy foam part (I'm not a fan of those on pencils), BUT that's not really what it feels like at all. It's a thin layer over the wood, so it's not squishy, but provides a slightly softer, more comfortable place to hold than if it was just the wood. This nib holder also takes both sizes of nibs. I only have one kind so far - the Zebra G nib - but it holds it really well, while also making it super easy to take the nib out. I like that it comes with a cap, too, and the cap actually posts (chunks onto the back end), which I wasn't expecting! I don't know what else I could ask for with this, plus the price is low enough that I don't feel bad getting ink on it. Love it and highly recommend it, especially if you're just starting out with these, like me!

Very comfortable in hand. I love the quill cap!

This model is still my favorite nib holder in my collection. I've had this same model for about 2 years of extensive use and the only reason I'm grabbing a second is some grip issue after so much use on the first. Long story short, I've noticed western manufactured nibs tend to need some force when getting into place on this holder. After too many of these speedball/brause nibs being cycled out, it just became easier for my Japanese manufactured nibs to fall out. If you want to extend the life of this holder, I strongly suggest using eastern nibs here, and using western nibs in a different holder. As another cautionary warning, don't leave nibs in the holder when not in use. Excess ink, water, (even small amounts) will sit in the holder next to the metal nib leading to rust. It's gotta go somewhere, so left sitting alone long enough the chemical reaction can expand the walls of the nib holder making things looser. Always remove your nibs and dry your equipment thoroughly. :)

Pen is comfortable enough. I bought this to have permanently on the Kakimori nib I bought. Fits perfectly. My one complaint is that I bought this primarily because of the top. It covers the nib well. However it didn’t stay on. The top/cover stays on the rear if you happen to park it there since the design allows for it. But on the front, which is where you want it to stay in order to protect any nib, the top cover won’t stay on. Possibly because of the rubberized grip. In any event, I’d recommend this pen. But don’t expect too much from the cover (with or without any nib installed).

Great purchase. They fit my set of Speedball nibs perfectly.

feels great in my hand and comfortably fits nibs from a random dip pen i was gifted a few years back. I sketched with it for a long period of time without my hands getting tired. would recommend.

Super comfortable nib holder. Just a little longer than the Model 36, putting your fingers a centimeter further from the tip of the nib. I prefer the 36 due to the smaller size and more forward position, but the 40 is also very good. The plastic cap is a very nice touch if you want to travel with the pen or keep the nib protected. My preference is for short holders so I prefer the Model 36, Model 25, or Nikko holders. Plastic receptacle works with most nib types.

When I use this holder with a G nib, it's not a secure as with my other Tachikawa holders. It may be that I got one that was not as good as the typical, but sometimes a G nib will fall out. Holds Maru nibs almost a little too tightly. Visually, it looks like the same nib gripper used in my other 2 Tachikawa holders, not sure why this one is looser. The grip is excellent and I enjoy the way it feels. Despite the nib fit, I'm giving 5 stars because I enjoy using it so much.

es muy comoda de usar, y muy bonita. La tapita me sirve mucho para transportar la pluma con una puntilla, pues se ajusta firmemente y tambien se puede poner en la parte de atras mientras no se usa.

Excellent porte-plumes en bois, avec un joli design et une forme ergonomique bien pensée. Il est muni d’une poignée en silicone, qui est plus douce et moins dure que le bois, ce qui facilite ainsi les pages en écritures tout en évitant les doigts douloureux. Au niveau de la tête, son système de fixation en silicone, lui permet d’accepter toutes les plumes. De plus ce même système facilite grandement l’insertion et le retrait des plumes. Le capuchon qui est livré avec le porte plumes, est très utile pour protéger la plume montée. En résumé, c’est l’article indispensable pour exercer l’art de la calligraphie ou le dessin à l’encre de Chine.

Ich habe verschiedene Federn von ganz kleinen Brause 66 Federn über Zebra G und Größere, alle passen gut und sitzen fest. Liegt sehr gut in der Hand, das gummierte Griffstück ist top. Durchmesser perfekt . Und das man bei eingesteckter Feder noch eine Kappe wie bei einem Füller hat macht diesen Halter für mich perfekt. Tolles Produkt. Volle Punktzahl. Würde ich sofort wieder kaufen.

Handige pennenhouder

良いです