MONT MARTE Calligraphy Pen Set - 32 pcs - Ideal for beginners - Includes: 4x calligraphy pen, 5x nibs and more - Introduction to Handlettering

This item was received on time. As promised.I have to admit this has to be one of the best calligraphy sets I have purchased to date, ranging from £2.50 - £40 (this is my fouth) and some were from very good brands. After these past few disappointments I wasn't too hopeful... then there is this Mont Marte set. I wish I had come here first!!!Out the amazon package - The storage unit is lovely, it's a tin case inside a detailed pack. Included are 4 pens, they are plastic however they are very sturdy, lightweight and they are also marbled in a colour design rather than the standard black pen. Also In the pack is 5 changeable nibs, extra fine, fine, medium, broad and extra broad. These are also written on the nibs too. (Not many manufactures do this leaving you to guess) 20 ink cartridges (5 black, 5 blue) then 2 of each yellow, orange, green, red, purple. Theres A neat converter to draw ink (for the bottled ink). It also has a smart little instruction brooklet and an grid / ruled exercise booklet to practice on (copy/scan this and print for more), the booklet is informative for beginners or as a refresher with tips etc which is great for just starting out or jogging your memory after a break. However it is not detailed enough to learn ALL the basics thoroughly, I would suggest purchasing a calligraphy book as a stand-alone from Amazon there are a few very good ones on here for under £10 or from a bookstore on the high street.The ink cartridges are universal or international ink cartridge standard (short ones) you can buy packs on Amazon too in various colours. Multi packs etc.The cartridge you just push in until you hear a click, tap the top a few times, screw the body on, you do have to "blot" the ink through (up to 5 or 6 times) to get the ink flowing through the nib, however once it's flowing it's a smooth writer, it isn't scratchy and the ink doesn't blob or stop. I have tried 3 of the 4 pens. The 4th I will try with bottled ink *I'll update after*Also without a review here, i emailed the supplier /seller, their customer service was prompt and detailed with my queries regarding this pack.Overall - This set I would be happy to buy again, as a gift or as a replacement.I have included pictures of the set.

Nice gift and good quality

Large set with various width nibs that write well. Quality of pens is reasonable for the price paid so happy to recommend

A great starter set. This is my first calligraphy set in years, I fancied taking up calligraphy again but wasnt sure what size nib I was happiest with, so this set was ideal. 5 differing sized nibs and 4 pens meant there was no messing about, constantly changing over nibs and ink. I bought bottles of ink and a couple of additional refillable ink holders, and now have 3 pens, with different sized nibs and coloured ink which I can use. The pens feel quite cheap, but are fine for my current need. I would, eventually like to buy a good quality fountain pen and nib, but there’s no rush at the moment.

It is a shame that some people have been unimpressed with their set. I do admit they are a thin plastic, but for me that makes it easier to use, and one pen took a bit of coaxing to get the ink out. But I am not writing loads of pages, so maybe that is the difference. For what I needed (which is scrapbooking purposes), they worked exceptionally well, and are very smooth. My nephew loved them so much, that he stole a pen from me. LOL

Have the the kit brought the book ready to start will come back and say how g ood it is but it is but looks great

I was pleased at how easy these pens were to set up with ink and writing looked good so eager to use it more. Well packaged and would make a great gift as well.

Excellent product and price