FAQs

Differences in nibs

18 Kt solid gold. For the Superior Collection
Steel for the Autarchica collection
All nibs guarantee the right flexibility and ink flow.
The nib feed channel is made of ebonite, the material that best allows the ink to travel through the feed.

The nib types are:
Extra Fine (EF).
Fine (F).
Medium (M).
Big (B).
Calligraphic (Stub)
Extra fine flexible (Flex EF)
Flexible Fine (Flex F)

For a proper maintenance and cleaning of the nib, you always need to remove it from the feed channel.
The first thing to do is to clean the outer parts, to remove any small residues. It is advisable to do this with a damp cloth and act gently to avoid any scratches.
In order to remove the dry ink from inside, it is necessary to immerse the nib in cold water and let the water run through the piece. This process can be done either with a syringe or under the stopcock.

In order to keep the tank of our Radius in perfect working order, it is necessary to wash it, about every 4-5 refills. The best practice is to simulate refills with cold water, this removes residue or small ink deposits. If the piston does not run smoothly, it is necessary to lubricate the walls by applying silicone grease; this can be done with a toothpick through the hole of section. Successively operate the piston so that the grease is evenly distributed.

To refill the tank it is necessary to immerse the entire nib inside the ink bottle, then suck the ink into the pen by turning the backplate clockwise until it locks;
Make half a counter-clockwise turn of the backplate, letting a few drops of ink out, so to allow air to escape;
Clean the nib with a dampened cloth that does not leave any residue.