Brause No. 180 Bandzug Calligraphy Nib for Dip Pens

The Brause No. 180 Bandzug Calligraphy Nib for dip pens (1.5mm) - Crisp, Commanding Lettering on Demand

Some nibs are made for flair. This one is made for authority—the kind you feel when every stroke lands clean, every angle stays sharp, and your lettering looks instantly more intentional. The Brause No. 180 Bandzug 1.5mm is a high-quality, cold-rolled steel broad-edge dip nib built for formal scripts where precision matters most: Gothic/Blackletter, Italic, Roman, and Uncial.

If you want a dependable “workhorse” nib that helps your hand look steadier, your lines look cleaner, and your practice feel more rewarding, this is a strong pick. The Brause No. 180 Bandzug Calligraphy 1.5mm nib has a stiff, chisel-edged tip to produce crisp upstrokes and clean, sharp corners; exactly what broad-edge lettering demands when you want your writing to read as confident, not hesitant. The nib's integrated, top-mounted reservoir keeps you in the flow with smooth, consistent ink delivery and reduces re-dips and interruptions.

Part of the Bandzug range, this nib is firm and durable, making it especially friendly for beginners building muscle memory, calligraphers with a heavier hand, and anyone tired of nibs that feel “springy” when they need structure.

Key Features at a Glance

Size: 1.5mm broad edge (medium lettering scale)

Best for: Gothic/Blackletter, Italic, Roman, Uncial

Tip style: Stiff, precise chisel edge for sharp angles

Ink flow: Top-mounted reservoir for longer writing sessions

Material: High-quality cold-rolled steel

Made in: Germany

Calligraphy style: Consistent, formal scripts (not flex calligraphy)