Speedball - Oblique Pen Set
Oblique Pen Set
Master elegant pointed-pen scripts with a complete calligraphy starter set
Copperplate and Spenserian scripts demand specific tool geometry that straight holders can't provide. This oblique holder positions the nib at the precise angle these letterforms require, eliminating the wrist contortion that leads to cramped hands and inconsistent strokes. The flange holds nibs securely while maintaining the offset alignment that creates those characteristic thick-to-thin transitions.
Six pieces give you everything to start: one oblique holder, four No. 101 nibs, and two No. 103 points. The 101s handle general practice and developing muscle memory, while 103s offer different line characteristics as your technique develops. Multiple nibs mean you can switch between fresh points during long practice sessions rather than pushing through with a worn tip that compromises your letterforms.
Speedball designed this set specifically for calligraphers learning pointed pen scripts. The holder accommodates standard nibs, so you can experiment with different points as your skills progress. Whether you're working through Copperplate exemplars or developing Spenserian flourishes, the oblique configuration lets you maintain proper pen angle without fighting your natural hand position.
