Let's Talk About Grinding Nibs at Home

If you've ever felt that annoying, scratchy drag on a favorite fountain pen, you've probably spent a few late nights wondering if grinding nibs is something you could actually pull off yourself. It's one of those skills that feels a bit like black magic at first. You're taking a delicate, often expensive piece of metal and rubbing it against an abrasive surface. It sounds like a recipe for disaster, doesn't it? But honestly, once you get the hang of it, it's one of the most rewarding parts of the fountain pen hobby. ...

May 7, 2026 · 7 min · Shchori Ferreira