{"product_id":"sailor-sketch-kit-pink-fude-40-degree-nib-converter-da-black-doc-ink-blunt-syringe","title":"SAILOR Sketch Kit - Pink Fude 40 Degree Nib (Converter, DA Black Doc Ink, Blunt Syringe)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDraw more with one pen. Anywhere. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eMost people assume better sketching comes from carrying more tools. This setup does the opposite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eYou want more depth and variation in your sketches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eYou like carrying fewer tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eYou prefer learning through practice instead of tutorials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eYou want sketching to feel more expressive and less controlled\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSAILOR Fude 40 Degree Nib \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFountain Pen\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAILOR Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAILOR Black Ink Cartridges x 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDe Atramentis Document (Waterproof) Ink 45mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlunt syringe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeel in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eSketches tend to loosen up quickly. Lines feel less stiff, shapes gain more depth, and shadows become easier to suggest without overworking them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eIt encourages a more relaxed wrist and a more observational way of drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy LarryPOST?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.9 Google rating\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree nib tuning on pens $59+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped fast, from Sydney\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e30-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"fude\" mean? \u003c\/strong\u003eIt’s the Japanese word for “brush.” The pen is designed to create expressive variation through movement and angle, similar to brushwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hard to learn?\u003c\/strong\u003e It feels unusual at first, but most people adjust quickly once they start changing angles intentionally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I still write with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The 40 degree version is easier for everyday writing, while the 55 degree nib is more expressive for sketching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it leak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Usually not. Like most fountain pens, avoid leaving it in extreme heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I travel with this?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. For flights, keep it either completely full or empty, and store it nib up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre spare nibs available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No, but the pens themselves are relatively affordable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy include the syringe? \u003c\/strong\u003eSome people find it easier to fill the converter outside the pen using the syringe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flush with water every couple of months, or whenever changing ink colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the best paper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smoothish sketchbook paper works best.\u003c\/span\u003e We like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-stillman-and-birn?filter.p.m.magento.brand_series=STILLMAN+Alpha\u0026amp;filter.p.product_type=Soft+Cover+Sketchbook\"\u003eStillman \u0026amp; Birn Alpha.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the TWSBI Kit?\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe TWSBI is simpler and more beginner friendly for everyday writing and sketching. The fude pen is more expressive and rewards a looser drawing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else should I carry for outdoor sketching?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSee our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-art-supplies-sketch-kits\/products\/larrypost-watercolour-sketch-kit-green-fude-pen-converter-da-ink-white-nights-metal-set-12-r-c-r10-brush-syringe-copy\"\u003eUrban Sketching Kit\u003c\/a\u003e for a more complete portable set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart sketching your daily life and you’ll begin seeing more in it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAILOR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41956152672338,"sku":"WSR-0150-031+0506-200+DA1080+Syringe+Tips","price":83.83,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/4033\/8002\/files\/Sailor-Sketch-Kit-40-Fude-Pink-LarryPOST.png?v=1773819701","url":"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/products\/sailor-sketch-kit-pink-fude-40-degree-nib-converter-da-black-doc-ink-blunt-syringe","provider":"LarryPOST","version":"1.0","type":"link"}