A gift from my wife. A La Grande or 146 with an oblique broad nib.

  • Retirix_YT
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    1 year ago

    I like fountain pens but I’m left handed so it’s a bit of a struggle. Unless it’s just the ink I’ve used, they seem to smudge lots into my wrist.

    • Parastie@lemmy.worldOP
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      1 year ago

      That could be your ink! Look into some quick-drying inks, Noodler’s has some. That should minimize your smear. I think there’s something youtube videos for lefties to help them!

    • WARPed1701D@wayfarershaven.eu
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      1 year ago

      Beyond fast drying ink consider a finer nib. Less ink on the page dries more quickly. Also, paper makes a big difference. Midori paper absorbs ink well while still providing some sheen, while paper like Tomoe River is coated such that the ink will sit on the paper for a long time making smearing more likely.