NOS (1960s) Sheaffer Imperial IV Fine Nib - Initial Impressions
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I like that nib
Even "nails" have their uses, I guess. I also love the look of the nib, but with no flex at all, I'm not tempted to own this one.
But it's sure nice to admire!
But it's sure nice to admire!
I love mine. It makes for a great work pen. I actually have a slightly bent nib and it makes it look like an italic. I keep meaning to send it out and get it straightened out then ground into a CI but I don't want to let go of it for the week or two. 
If you want a thicker pen, the PFMs are thicker and you would get a snorkel with it. They jump way up in price though. I really like the touchdown fills and they aren't bad to restore if you ever need feel like going true vintage.
If you want a thicker pen, the PFMs are thicker and you would get a snorkel with it. They jump way up in price though. I really like the touchdown fills and they aren't bad to restore if you ever need feel like going true vintage.
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It has a tiny bit of spring (just barely there) but basically feels like a modern firm gold nib. You can't write fancy calligraphy or anything like that with it.
The steel nib Imperial II Deluxe that I got is basically a "nail". But then I guess we all have different definitions of what a "nail" is...
