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Flex Review: Majohn (Moonman) Stainless Steel Flex Nib — Is Majohn flex nib good for flex beginners?
Majohn’s steel flex nib promises full flex performance at an entry-level price—but does it actually deliver? After extensive testing, I found that while it falls short of true full flex, it offers something surprisingly valuable: an ultra-smooth, semi-flex writing experience that feels closer to a vintage gold nib than expected. Here’s how it really performs. (Bonus: I included a table for different compatible pens for your frankenpen fun!)
A Brief History of Victorian Era Gold Pens (Gold Nib Dip Pens)
Gold nib dip pens from the Victorian era (referred to as "gold pens”), have disappeared completely within less than 200 years. Apart from dedicated pre-war pen collectors, few are familiar with this category of writing instrument. As an enthusiast of gold nib dip pens, I couldn't bear to see such a glorious era forgotten, hence I've penned this informative piece to shed light on a lesser-known past.
Magna Carta Mag 600 Flex Fountain Pen: Is It Worth the Hype?
This blog post is about my first impression of Magna Carta Mag 600 14k gold true flex fountain pen. Unlike the most popular praises Mag 600 received, I have a mixed experience on this rising star. If you're considering the Mag 600, this review provides some essential details to help you make an informed decision.
22 Flex Fountain Pen Writing Samples Comparison
Hey, fellow stationery enthusiasts! 🖋️✨ If you've ever been curious about the magic of flex fountain pens, you're in for a treat! I've just wrapped up a delightful exploration of 22 flex fountain pen writing samples, and the results are nothing short of mesmerizing.
Join me on this personal journey as we peek into the expressive world of flex nibs. Each writing sample tells a story of the pen's character. From delicate strokes to bold expressions, we're diving deep into the beauty of ink on paper. ✨
Flex Fountain Pen 101: How to Achieve Thinner Hairlines in Flex Writing
Don’t know how to use flex fountain pens? Want to use flex fountain pens for calligraphy? You are looking at the right post! In this article, I have talked about the secrets of how to create thin hairlines in flex writing. If you want to reach the full potential of your flex fountain pens, don’t miss out on this post!
Flex Review: Pilot 742 SM Nib Transforming into a Modern Wet Noodle Flex Nib
This review is about Pilot 742 SM nib with full flex modification and needle point grind by CY. For people who followed me on Instagram may have seen how flexy it is already, but this post will dig deeper and review how it does with other parameters. I’ll also include an updated comparison chart of all my other flex nibs for reference in the end.
Best Modern Flex Fountain Pen Nibs (2026) — 18 Flex Nibs Compared
The most comprehensive modern flex nib review and comparison you can ever find on the internet! This post aims to provide comparison between different parameters of 18 modern flex nibs, including Magna Carta Mag 600 flex fountain pen, FPR #6 steel and 14k gold ultra flex, Pilot 912 FA, Pilot 743 FA, FPnibs steel and 14k gold semi flex, Bluedew flex, Secretary of de flex, Majohn steel flex nib, nibmeister-modified flex nibs, and more. [Updated in 2026]
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