SAILOR Sketch Kit - Green Fude 55 Degree Nib (Converter, DA Black Doc Ink, Blunt Syringe)

Draw more with one pen. Anywhere. 

Most people assume better sketching comes from carrying more tools. This setup does the opposite.

The Sailor Fude Fountain Pen changes line width depending on the angle of your hand, so you can move from fine detail to bold, expressive marks without switching pens.

Who this is for

• You want more depth and variation in your sketches
• You like carrying fewer tools
• You prefer learning through practice instead of tutorials
• You want sketching to feel more expressive and less controlled
  

What's included

• SAILOR Fude 55 Degree Nib Fountain Pen
  
• SAILOR Converter
• SAILOR Black Ink Cartridges x 2
• De Atramentis Document (Waterproof) Ink 45mL
• Blunt syringe
• Filling instructions
• 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Why this works

The bent fude nib creates natural line variation depending on how you hold the pen. Thin lines, broad strokes, shadow, texture, and loose detail all come from changing your angle rather than swapping tools.

The included converter allows you to use bottled ink, and the De Atramentis Document Ink gives you waterproof, lightfast lines suitable for adding watercolour or other wet media over the top.

Feel in the hand

Sketches tend to loosen up quickly. Lines feel less stiff, shapes gain more depth, and shadows become easier to suggest without overworking them.

It encourages a more relaxed wrist and a more observational way of drawing.

Why LarryPOST?

• 4.9 Google rating
  
• Free nib tuning on pens $59+
• Shipped fast, from Sydney

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Try your first kit for up to 30 days from the invoice date. If it’s not the right fit, contact us within that time to arrange a return. Return postage is covered by the customer.

FAQs

What does "fude" mean? It’s the Japanese word for “brush.” The pen is designed to create expressive variation through movement and angle, similar to brushwork.

Is it hard to learn? It feels unusual at first, but most people adjust quickly once they start changing angles intentionally.

Can I still write with it? Yes. The 40 degree version is easier for everyday writing, while the 55 degree nib is more expressive for sketching.

Will it leak? Usually not. Like most fountain pens, avoid leaving it in extreme heat.

Can I travel with this? Yes. For flights, keep it either completely full or empty, and store it nib up.

Are spare nibs available? No, but the pens themselves are relatively affordable.

Why include the syringe? Some people find it easier to fill the converter outside the pen using the syringe.

How do I clean it? Flush with water every couple of months, or whenever changing ink colours.

What's the best paper? Smoothish sketchbook paper works best. We like Stillman & Birn Alpha.

How does this compare to the TWSBI Kit? The TWSBI is simpler and more beginner friendly for everyday writing and sketching. The fude pen is more expressive and rewards a looser drawing style.

What else should I carry for outdoor sketching? See our Urban Sketching Kit for a more complete portable set up.

Start sketching your daily life and you’ll begin seeing more in it.