What is a medium nib?Updated 10 months ago

The default nib for most fountain pen models, the "medium" point size might be the only option in certain pen designs. It's the "middle of the road" - not too thick where smearing and bleedthrough might be a concern. It is also not prone to more feedback (A.K.A. scratchiness) like the finer sizes would be. Paper quality should be more of a concern with this size and larger, as the higher flow of ink on the page may cause feathering, bleedthrough, and show through on cheaper papers. Similarly to the fine point, some translation is needed between Eastern and Western sizing. (Generally, a Western medium nib is more like an Eastern broad nib. An Eastern medium behaves like a Western fine nib.)

Best suited for: General purpose writing, signatures.

Not suited for: Writing on cheaper quality paper, smaller handwriting.

Neatness: 3/5 (Average)
Writing Speed: 3/5 (Moderate)
Smoothness: 4/5 (Smoother)
Dry Time: 3/5 (Average)