Nib Dept

Nib Dept

In today's computer age of e-mail and text messaging, the art of handwriting appears to be going out of style. Yet, it wasn't long ago that the fountain pen was "standard issue" for school children to learn proper penmanship. In spite of the emergence of the ballpoint and numerous other technological advances, these promotional pens have remained the premier choice for personalised gifts for several decades.

Promotional fountain pens are part of a collective group of nib pens that are among the oldest writing instruments in history. The grandfather of printed nib pens was the reed pen, dating back to the days of the Ancient Egyptians in the 4th Century B.C. The hollow nature of reeds and bamboo made these plants ideal for holding ink and the nib was not unlike that of modern promotional calligraphy pens. The quill pen, however, was the most popular of the nib pens and was universally used for over 1,000 years. First introduced around 700 A.D., quill pens were made from the feathers of any number of birds including goose, swan, crow, eagle, and turkey. What these early nib pens lacked, though, was the ability to efficiently hold a reservoir of ink.

It is said that necessity is the mother of invention and this indeed proved true for Lewis Waterman in 1884. Although the first "self-filling" fountain pen was patented in 1831, early fountain pen models had been plagued with failures since their inception. Refilling fountain pens was tedious and they were prone to leakage, a problem that Waterman, an insurance salesman, experienced first-hand when a leaky fountain pen destroyed a valuable sales contract. Waterman set out to improve these pen models by adding grooves to the internal feed mechanism and a "breather hole" in the nib. His determination paid off and his modifications set the stage for years of fountain pen dominance.

The technology of modern promotional fountain pens has remained relatively unchanged from Waterman's model. Today's fountain pen nibs are typically crafted from stainless steel or gold, the latter being the optimum choice due to its flexibility and resistance to corrosion. Most nibs have a single slit down the centre to draw the ink down via capillary action and a breather hole to prevent the slit from cracking under pressure. (A few nibs, such as some for calligraphic purposes, contain more than one slit to increase ink flow, resulting in a broader line.) Nibs are available in a variety of sizes and points including round, italic, and oblique.

Ease of use of these promotional executive pens has also greatly improved over the years. Replaceable ink cartridges and superior pen design have greatly reduced the risk of leakage. Nevertheless, such convenient and mess-free methods have not replaced the traditional filling systems which are still available and widely used.

Throughout the years, these promotional pens have become collectors' items valued for their timeless elegance and sentimentality. They make the perfect personalised gift that is both functional and chic.

The Pen Warehouse is one of Europe's leading manufacturers and suppliers of promotional pens and is based in the South East of England. The company prints all promotional pens and pencils in-house.

Our website http://www.pens.co.uk is the premier domain for promotional pens in the UK.

You can contact our sales department on 0044 1252 400270

The Pen Warehouse is a trading name of Tancia Ltd. Reg No. 02966120

Dept. of Redundancy $21.99 Dept. of Redundancy - T-Shirt

Handsome Nib $39 Download the Handsome Nib font for Mac or Windows in OpenType, TrueType or PostScript format.

Refill,Ecochisel Nib Perm $1.99 REFILL,ECOCHISEL NIB PERM

Gangable Rack 35spaces-26 Dept $523.99 GANGABLE RACK 35SPACES-26 DEPT

Enclosed Rack-44spaces 28 Dept $405.99 ENCLOSED RACK-44SPACES 28 DEPT

Enclosed Rack-24spaces 22 Dept $310.99 ENCLOSED RACK-24SPACES 22 DEPT

Enclosed Rack-24spaces 28 Dept $320.99 ENCLOSED RACK-24SPACES 28 DEPT

Enclosed Rack-35spaces 22 Dept $324.99 ENCLOSED RACK-35SPACES 22 DEPT

Enclosed Rack-44spaces 22 Dept $377.99 ENCLOSED RACK-44SPACES 22 DEPT

Nib Bank $81.25 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles The NIB Bank Limited (formerly NDLCIFIC Bank Limited) was incorporated in March 2003 as a publicly listed company. In October 2003, all assets and liabilities and all rights and obligations of the former National Development Leasing Corporation ( NDLC ) and Pakistan operations of IFIC Bangladesh were amalgamated with and into NIB Bank. In April, 2004 the Pakistan operations of Credit Agricole Indosuez (the Global French bank) were also amalgamated with and into NIB Bank. In June 2005, Temasek Holdings of Hongkong through Bugis Investments (Mauritius) Pte. Limited acquired over 70 percent shares in the capital of NIB Bank. Presently NIB Bank has a countrywide network of 41 branches and 15 new branches were planned for 2007. NIB Bank has recently acquired another local financial group, Pakistan Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation (PICIC), with nearly 170 branches. Together the bank have the 7th largest branch distribution in Pakistan, and place the bank in top10 Pakistani banks in terms of Balance Sheet size and capital. Author: Surhone, Lambert M./ Timpledon, Miriam T./ Marseken, Susan F. Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 118 Publication Date: 2010/08/02 Language: English Dimensions: 6.00 x 9.02 x 0.28 inches

Juniors: Dept. of Redundancy $21.99 Juniors: Dept. of Redundancy - T-Shirt

Refill,Eco Chisel Nib Wb $1.99 REFILL,ECO CHISEL NIB WB

Italic and Poster Nib Set $39.48 The art of calligraphy is about the visual expression of words. Develop your skills and express your ideas through beautiful designs with these poster and tape nibs. Theme: Italic and Poster nib setMaterials: PlasticThis package includes 11 tape nibs, one (1) magnet Includes Poster 4mm, Poster 6mm, Poster 8mm, Poster 10mm, Tape Nib 0.5mm, Tape Nib 1mm, Tape Nib 1.5mm, Tape Nib 2mm, Tape Nib 2.5mm, Tape Nib 3mm, Tape Nib 4mm, and magnetDimensions: AssortedImported

Gangable Rack 44spaces 26 Dept $586.99 GANGABLE RACK 44SPACES 26 DEPT

Gangable Rack 35spaces 32 Dept $536.99 GANGABLE RACK 35SPACES 32 DEPT

Gangable Rack 40spaces 26 Dept $558.99 GANGABLE RACK 40SPACES 26 DEPT

Gangable Rack 44spaces 32 Dept $614.99 GANGABLE RACK 44SPACES 32 DEPT

Enclosed Rack 18spaces 28 Dept $298.99 ENCLOSED RACK 18SPACES 28 DEPT

Call the Fire Dept $39.99 Kate Ward Thacker Call the Fire Dept - Giclee Print

Freedom Riders at Justice Dept $69.99 Ed Clark Freedom Riders at Justice Dept - Photographic Print

Salesman With Customer in Cosmetics Dept. $24.99 George Marks Salesman With Customer in Cosmetics Dept. - Photographic Print

Salesman With Customer in Cosmetics Dept $24.99 George Marks Salesman With Customer in Cosmetics Dept - Photographic Print

Red Fire Dept Tab $2.49 Red Fire Dept Tab Patch Quality embroidered red and gold patch featuring Fire Dept in gold. Size is approximate. Firefighter, fireman.

White Fire Dept Tab $2.49 White Fire Dept Tab Patch Quality embroidered white and red patch featuring Fire Dept in red. Size is approximate. Firefighter, fireman.

Used Denon Dns3700 Turntable Nib $599.99 In Store Used USED DENON DNS3700 TURNTABLE NIB @774 062610

Casio / CCR CASH REGISTER 25/200 DEPT / PCR-T470 $171.91 Casio - CCR CASH REGISTER 25/200 DEPT - PCR-T470

Ad Markers beige tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers maroon tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers evergreen tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers aquamarine tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers salmon tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers viridian tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers mint tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers jade tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers sepia tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers banana tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers crimson tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC

Ad Markers pink tri-nib $2.31 Chartpak AD Markers are now available in 2 distinctive nib styles - The TRI-NIB which has been the mainstay of the line for many years, and the NEW FINE POINT NIB.The TRI-NIB has three distinct line weights in one nib The markers deliver sparkling and brilliant color in fine point, medium weight or broad strokes ? with just a twist of the wrist. The unique shape of the TRI-NIB gives you precise control over your stroke, and the wide palette of permanent colors, which includes a complete range of pastels and grays, opens new worlds of creative possibility.The NEW FINE POINT NIB markers feature a new precision nib for detail work, lettering and outlining. Available in 25 of the most popular colors, with the same non-toxic, solvent based formula.The TRI-NIB Colorless Blender produces graduation/color from deep tones to light. From crisply articulated tight comps to broadly expressive illustrations, all the line you need is right at your fingertipsC