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The Nikko Comic Nº 5 School Nib is manufactured in Japan. The nib in Chappy's collection is older--it features an older logo in the center marking that Nikko doesn't use any more, but the Comic Nº 5 School nib is still produced today (see [https://www.amazon.com/Nikko-Manga-Pen-Nib-Scool/dp/B00KU14G1I/ Amazon US] and [https://www.amazon.in/Nikko-Comic-No-N5-School-Type/dp/B0863DN6F6 Amazon IN]). The nib is described as high-quality, chrome-plated Japanese nib that's recommended for beginners. School type, small flex, fine tip is perfect for drawing as well as lettering. | The Nikko Comic Nº 5 School Nib is manufactured in Japan. The nib in Chappy's collection is older--it features an older logo in the center marking that Nikko doesn't use any more, but the Comic Nº 5 School nib is still produced today (see [https://www.amazon.com/Nikko-Manga-Pen-Nib-Scool/dp/B00KU14G1I/ Amazon US] and [https://www.amazon.in/Nikko-Comic-No-N5-School-Type/dp/B0863DN6F6 Amazon IN]). The nib is described as high-quality, chrome-plated Japanese nib that's recommended for beginners. School type, small flex, fine tip is perfect for drawing as well as lettering. | ||
[https://www.jetpens.com/Nikko-Comic-Pen-Nib-School-Model-Pack-of-3/pd/12012 Jet Pens] highlights the Nº 5's characteristic Comic nib writing style: "Comic nibs are known for producing strong and crisp lines that are difficult to duplicate with pens and brushes. They are great for creating detail in drawings." | |||
The [http://hans.presto.tripod.com/scan/mangalinks.html Blam Nib site] and [https://www.cultpens.com/c/q/brands/tachikawa Cult Pens] explain that Nikko is a subsidiary of Tachikawa. "Tachikawa is a respected Japanese manufacturer of dip pen nibs and other drawing pen supplies. Founded in 1935, Tachikawa ''and their sub-brand Nikko'' have become one of the most well-known makers of dip pen nibs. They are especially renowned for the quality of their flexible 'G' nibs." | |||
Finding the Nikko manufacturer has been more difficult than I expected. Definitive information is absent, and conflicting information is plentiful. Travelers report that Nikko nibs are manufactured in Tokyo, but that they can't find the factory anywhere. Calligraphers, talking about the popular Manga G dip nibs, identify the three primary manufacturers as Nikko, Zebra and Tachikawa--with all three having very different characteristics. | |||
The [http://tachikawa-net.jp/outline Tachikawa website] (in Japanese) says that they are "one of only two manufacturers in Japan that manufactures Tachikawa and Nikko brand round pens, G pens, and dip pens, which are still favored by professional manga artists." Wait? Two manufacturers who produce Tachikawa and Nikko brand nibs? | |||
Respected Japanese manufacturer of dip pen nibs and other drawing pen supplies. Founded in 1935, Tachikawa and their sub-brand Nikko have become one of the most well-known makers of dip pen nibs. They are especially renowned for the quality of their flexible 'G' nibs. | |||
It has been more than 70 years since we started manufacturing steel nibs, pin needles, and paper clips. | |||
It is one of only two manufacturers in Japan that manufactures Tachikawa and Nikko brand round pens, G pens, and dip pens, which are still favored by professional manga artists. | |||
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Revision as of 21:06, 2 February 2021
| Nikko 5 | |
| Manufacturer | Nikko |
| Nib No. | 5 |
| Descr. | Comic Nº 5 School Pen |
| Tip | F |
| Markings | Exterior |
| Mark 1 | NIKKO PEN K.K. |
| Mark 2 | [logo] NIKKO |
| Mark 3 | MADE IN JAPAN |
| Mark 4 lateral R | Nº 5 |
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The Nikko Comic Nº 5 School Nib is manufactured in Japan. The nib in Chappy's collection is older--it features an older logo in the center marking that Nikko doesn't use any more, but the Comic Nº 5 School nib is still produced today (see Amazon US and Amazon IN). The nib is described as high-quality, chrome-plated Japanese nib that's recommended for beginners. School type, small flex, fine tip is perfect for drawing as well as lettering. Jet Pens highlights the Nº 5's characteristic Comic nib writing style: "Comic nibs are known for producing strong and crisp lines that are difficult to duplicate with pens and brushes. They are great for creating detail in drawings."
The Blam Nib site and Cult Pens explain that Nikko is a subsidiary of Tachikawa. "Tachikawa is a respected Japanese manufacturer of dip pen nibs and other drawing pen supplies. Founded in 1935, Tachikawa and their sub-brand Nikko have become one of the most well-known makers of dip pen nibs. They are especially renowned for the quality of their flexible 'G' nibs."
Finding the Nikko manufacturer has been more difficult than I expected. Definitive information is absent, and conflicting information is plentiful. Travelers report that Nikko nibs are manufactured in Tokyo, but that they can't find the factory anywhere. Calligraphers, talking about the popular Manga G dip nibs, identify the three primary manufacturers as Nikko, Zebra and Tachikawa--with all three having very different characteristics.
The Tachikawa website (in Japanese) says that they are "one of only two manufacturers in Japan that manufactures Tachikawa and Nikko brand round pens, G pens, and dip pens, which are still favored by professional manga artists." Wait? Two manufacturers who produce Tachikawa and Nikko brand nibs?
Respected Japanese manufacturer of dip pen nibs and other drawing pen supplies. Founded in 1935, Tachikawa and their sub-brand Nikko have become one of the most well-known makers of dip pen nibs. They are especially renowned for the quality of their flexible 'G' nibs.
It has been more than 70 years since we started manufacturing steel nibs, pin needles, and paper clips. It is one of only two manufacturers in Japan that manufactures Tachikawa and Nikko brand round pens, G pens, and dip pens, which are still favored by professional manga artists.
Versions
There is only one version of the Nikko 5 nib in the Chappy's Nibs collection. The nib pictured below is Nikko 5.
Photos
Click any image for a full-resolution photo: 1925 x 560. The image with the ruler is 2300 x 1196.
