Paper & Ink Arts
Hourglass Adjustable Oblique
Item #:
hourgl
$49.95
This beautiful and functional holder features a waterproof, resin-infused Birch laminate handle for many years of use, a comfortable hourglass handle and the versatile adjustable flange which hold all nibs securely. Thanks to Joe Vitolo for suggesting that we combine the best qualities of our Oblique Holders and for his advice on how to set the angle of this terrific holder! Rosewood color. Also available in left-handed.
Compatible with standard pointed nibs, crowquills, large nibs, and the Brause EF66. Read our blog post for an instructional video on how to use an adjustable oblique holder.
Approximate measurements: 6.5 OR 16.5cm | 1.2cm OR 0.5 at widest point.
Compatible with standard pointed nibs, crowquills, large nibs, and the Brause EF66. Read our blog post for an instructional video on how to use an adjustable oblique holder.
Approximate measurements: 6.5 OR 16.5cm | 1.2cm OR 0.5 at widest point.
This beautiful and functional holder features a waterproof, resin-infused Birch laminate handle for many years of use, a comfortable hourglass handle and the versatile adjustable flange which hold all nibs securely. Thanks to Joe Vitolo for suggesting that we combine the best qualities of our Oblique Holders and for his advice on how to set the angle of this terrific holder! Rosewood color. Also available in left-handed.
Compatible with standard pointed nibs, crowquills, large nibs, and the Brause EF66. Read our blog post for an instructional video on how to use an adjustable oblique holder.
Approximate measurements: 6.5 OR 16.5cm | 1.2cm OR 0.5 at widest point.
Compatible with standard pointed nibs, crowquills, large nibs, and the Brause EF66. Read our blog post for an instructional video on how to use an adjustable oblique holder.
Approximate measurements: 6.5 OR 16.5cm | 1.2cm OR 0.5 at widest point.
| Compatibility | Pointed Nibs, Crowquills, Large Nibs, Brause EF66 |
| Skill Level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
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Customer Reviews
25 Review
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Superbly crafted - the ultimate pen holder
This penholder was designed by the legendary Dr Vitolo, and it's obvious that much thought went into it's construction. The finishing is top notch. I really like the wooden laminate that was used. It is just the right weight in one's hand. It is beautifully sealed. What makes this penholder unique is that the flange assembly has been tilted at an upward angle along the long axis of the holder. This has been done to reduce nib scratchiness that often results with sharp points. Cheap penholders don't have this adjustment to the flange, and the performance of those holdesr suffers demonstrably in comparison (unless one learns how to manually adjust the flange with a Bale Jewellers pliers). However the main selling point is off course the fact that the flange is adjustable, and there are 3 seating points for nibs. As such this holder accepted every single nib I have in my collection - from the little Brause EF 66 up to the largish Zebra G, and everything in between. It is unassuming style wise (you will find many more swanky penholders made from exotic woods and flamboant designs) but it gets the job done beautifully. Every calligrapher needs one of these in his or her collection of holders. If you are a beginner just starting out learning Copperplate i highly recommend this holder.
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the perfect dip pen
I loved this so much I bought two! The wood is stunning and it's an absolute pleasure to use. It hasn't gotten stained with my messy use, though I did accidently scratch the bass portion a tiny bit in trying to turn the screw with the wrong screwdriver.
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Quality adjustable oblique
The wood is so smooth! It’s my first one that’s not plastic. Beautiful comfortable feel in the hand