Pen Choices
For Getty-Dubay Italic Handwriting Series Book G
(pages 42-49)
and
Write Now: the Getty-Dubay Program for Handwriting Success
(pages 62-69)
Fountain pen (cartridge type shown here) with nib size 1mm fine and <1mm extra fine.
Dip pen nib size of 1mm (C-5) and <1mm (C-6).
Fiber tip pen with 1mm calligraphy style (chisel) tip.
For Getty-Dubay Italic Calligraphy: for School and Home
Fountain pen (cartridge pen style shown here) with 2mm nib (double broad or triple broad) only.
Dip holder and pen nib size of 2mm (C-3) and 3.5mm (C-2 may be used).
Felt tip marker with calligraphy "chisel" style tip sizes of 2mm and 3.5mm. "Duo" markers have one nib on each end.
For Italic Letters: Calligraphy & Handwriting
Fountain pen (cartridge style shown here) with nib sizes 1mm fine, 1.5mm medium or broad, and 2mm double broad or triple broad.
Dip pen with nib sizes 1mm (C-5), 1.5mm (C-4), and 2mm (C-3).
Sheaffer Pen Mini Kit
The Sheaffer Calligraphy Mini Kit has everything you need to begin an adventure in calligraphy! One Viewpoint pen with three nibs (fine 1mm, medium, 1.5mm and broad 2mm) gives flexibility as you discover your own writing style. Four different colors of ink are also included, as well as an introduction and instruction booklet. Dimensions 2.8″ x 1″ x 6″. Suitable for use with Getty-Dubay® calligraphy books (additional 3.5mm nib size required for Getty-Dubay Italic Calligraphy).
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Please note that left-handed writers should look for left-handed calligraphy nibs for dip pens.