Tachikawa Comic Pen Nib Holder, Model 40 (T-40)

Nice design with a comfortable grip. Works as advertised. I like the fact that it comes with a cap.

This is my first dip pen and I was a bit unsure about getting this one because I wasn't sure if I'd like the squishy foam part (I'm not a fan of those on pencils), BUT that's not really what it feels like at all. It's a thin layer over the wood, so it's not squishy, but provides a slightly softer, more comfortable place to hold than if it was just the wood. This nib holder also takes both sizes of nibs. I only have one kind so far - the Zebra G nib - but it holds it really well, while also making it super easy to take the nib out. I like that it comes with a cap, too, and the cap actually posts (chunks onto the back end), which I wasn't expecting! I don't know what else I could ask for with this, plus the price is low enough that I don't feel bad getting ink on it. Love it and highly recommend it, especially if you're just starting out with these, like me!

Got it for a kikimori nib, fits great. The grip on the handle is real nice too. Great buy.

I was really excited for this nib holder. I still really enjoy writing with this pen but I can only use this nib holder when I am using certain inks. For instance, some of the inks I use have a smaller opening to dip my pen in, and this is where this item is too large. I end up getting ink all over the sides of my pen and then on my hands and paper. If I'm using an ink that I activate with water and then brush it on my nib, I use this pen and I do love it! The large barrel helps me to hold this pen and write more comfortably because it fits better in my hand. My only pet peeve with this pen is that I cannot dip it in all of my inks. I am also pleased with this item for having the ability to hold a wide range of nibs, this has several rings on the end to fit your nibs into, making it very versatile for your calligraphy needs and crafts. All in all, I am pleased with my purchase, I enjoy writing with this pen and actually prefer to write with it because of how comfortable it is to write with, but I only wish that I could dip this pen into all of my different brands of ink!

It's an inch longer than the T-25 and comes with a cover for the nib. It also has that blue gripper which is nice. I have both the T-25 and this one the T-40. Both are well made with a nice finish to the wood. And are reasonably priced (affordable).

For the value, you can't beat this nib holder! It has a nice, soft grip section so that your hand doesn't tire after a few hours of inking/drawing with this nib holder, and you can keep your favorite drawing/writing nib in the holder due to the safety cap that is included with it! Just make sure not to push too hard on the plastic cap, as that may be the reason why your holder gets damaged towards the grip (or the reason why the cap may break).The wooden parts of the nib holder are actually quite sturdy, but also quite wide compared to most other nib holders on the market. It would be best to have a wide-mouth ink reservoir to dip from if you plan to use this nib holder often. Overall, get yourself a few of these, or give them as gifts to that artist/calligrapher friend—you know they will appreciate it, because I sure do!

Great product. Great price. Holds various sized nibs. If the nib is slightly loose, I apply a small piece of masking tape to the base of the nib and it holds securely. I like the T-40 as it is longer and better balanced than the shorter T-30 and T-25. Great product!

A nice quality nib holder that will work with any of the comic-type nibs (Nikko), including the G-pen sized nibs as well as the smaller, round Maru mapping nib.The inside portion is a hard plastic that the nibs fit securely in without any wobble. The cap is enough of a reason to buy this nib holder; I don't know why more companies don't include caps, but it makes the pens easy to transport and much safer to store...protecting both the nib and your hand or fingers.If you're planning on using your pen on location somewhere to write or sketch, this is the one you want to get.