PEAK Lupe Optical Magnifier 15x Category_LarryPOST hold the fountain pen at

hold the fountain pen at a 45 degree angle to mimic the angle of writing

Also available in 10x if you require more field of view (but less magnification)

Then look across the tines to check they are perfectly aligned

Do not look directly at light sources or the sun with the magnifier

Made in Japan

PEAK Lupe Optical Magnifier 15x Category_LarryPOST hold the fountain pen atThis is one of the best moderately priced magnifiers for looking a fountain pen nibs and the model we use for checking very fine fountain pen nibs. (We use the 10x model for most nibs). Two optical quality glass lenses that give 15x mangification and sufficient field of view to obtain a very clear image of the nib and the tine alignment. The clear acrylic skirt allows light in and also shows you the focal plane of the magnifier so you know where to