J. Herbin Glass Dip Pen

Available in Green and Blue.

Experience the artistry of a glass pen expertly hand-blown in the tradition of 16th-century Venice. Unlike any other writing instrument, a glass dip pen lets you feel the texture of the page beneath your hand, creating a deeply personal connection to your words.

Compatible with virtually any ink and effortless to clean, glass dip pens are a favourite among ink enthusiasts — perfect for testing new colours, but equally at home for everyday writing. The spiral capillary grooves hold enough ink to write multiple sentences between dips, making them far more convenient than a traditional dip pen. And because the glass nib never rusts or wears out, this pen can be a lifelong companion with proper care.

How to Use

Dip the tip partway into your favourite ink, then gently scrape the sides of the nib against the bottle opening to remove any excess. Only the ink held within the small spiral grooves should remain. As you write, rotate the pen slightly whenever the flow begins to slow — this brings fresh ink from the other grooves into play.

Due to the handcrafted nature of each pen, tip shape and writing characteristics may vary slightly from pen to pen.