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  1. October 28th, 2017, 04:52 PM #1
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    Question Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    I've tried several things to eliminate the squeak in the nib of my Pelikan M120. Any suggestions would be welcome. So far, I've tried flossing, removing and reinstalling it... I have tried to replace it outright, but I am having difficulty located the right size.
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    Default Re: Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    From my experience, nibs usually squeak when they're over polished. I'd advise using a rougher grit mesh (maybe 12000 or 8000) and running a few "eights" on it, but do this at your own risk.
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    Default Re: Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    Some people say their nibs “squeak” while others say they “sing”. If I had a vintage Pelikan 120 I would say it sings to me!
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    Default Re: Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    Embrace the singing.
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    Default Re: Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    Quote Originally Posted by AzJon View Post
    Embrace the singing.
    This.

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    Default Re: Pelikan M120 (vintage) Squeaky nib

    Have you tried changing ink? I would guess dryer ink would make the 'singing' worse. Try Waterman or Montblanc ink.
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