Drawing nibs are among the classic tools of illustration. They offer unparalleled control over line and expression – whether for fine details, sweeping contours or expressive hatching. Perfect for manga, comic and inking.
In our range you'll find G-Pen, Maru-Pen and Saji-Pen from well-known Japanese brands like Nikko, Zebra, Tachikawa and Deleter. These nibs impress with their consistent ink flow, pleasant flex and high durability.
Combine them with a nib holder and drawing ink.
Drawing Nibs
Zebra G-Pen Nib
The Zebra G-Pen is the most popular manga nib worldwide. Flexible, durable and reliable, the classic among Japanese drawing nibs. Responds sensitively to pressure for expressive stroke variations. Features Japanese steel nib High flexibility for expressive stroke variations Classic among manga nibs Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Suited to artists who appreciate maximum pressure variation and dynamic lines. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 14.00
Zebra Titanium G-Pen Nib
The Zebra Titanium G-Pen is a titanium-coated steel nib, making it up to 4x more durable than the standard version. The nib glides smoothly across the paper, producing consistent, fine lines. Features Titanium-coated steel nib Up to 4x more durable than the standard version Contents: 10 pieces Also available as standard version Application Ideal for manga, comics and calligraphy. Suited to artists looking for a particularly long-lasting G-Pen. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 34.00
Tachikawa G-Pen Nib
The Tachikawa G-Pen is a high-quality Japanese steel nib. Slightly stiffer than the Zebra G-Pen and offers more control for consistent lines, yet flexible enough for dynamic stroke variations. Features Japanese steel nib Medium flexibility for controlled stroke variations More stable line quality than other G-Pens Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Suited to artists who want G-Pen-style pressure variation with more control. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 15.00
Deleter G-Pen Nib
The Deleter G-Pen Nib from Japan is a high-quality steel nib. It responds flexibly to the finest pressure variations and produces dynamic lines from thin to bold. Features Flexible and pressure-sensitive Dynamic stroke variations from thin to bold Classic G-Pen shape Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Perfect for mangaka and comic artists who value expressive line work. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa T-40 Nib Holder and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 16.00
Nikko G-Pen Nib
The Nikko G-Pen Nib from Japan is a high-quality, chrome-plated steel nib. It responds flexibly to the finest pressure variations and produces dynamic lines from thin to bold. Features Chrome-plated steel nib Flexible and pressure-sensitive Dynamic stroke variations from thin to bold Classic G-Pen shape Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Suited to mangaka and comic artists who value expressive line work. Slightly softer than the Tachikawa G-Pen, well suited to a lighter hand. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa T-40 Nib Holder and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 16.00
Zebra Maru-Pen Nib
The Zebra Maru-Pen has an extremely fine tip for razor-sharp lines. Harder than the G-Pen, less pressure variation, but maximum precision. Features Extremely fine tip for razor-sharp lines Harder than the G-Pen Maximum precision Application Ideal for fine details, textures and technical drawings in manga, comics and illustration. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 23.50
Tachikawa Maru-Pen Nib
The Tachikawa Maru-Pen is a fine, precise steel nib. Slightly more robust than other Maru-Pens and offers a good balance between fineness and durability, ideal for detail work over longer sessions. Features Japanese steel nib with fine tip More robust than other Maru-Pens Good balance between fineness and durability Application Ideal for fine details, textures and hatching in manga, comics and illustration. For more flexibility, we recommend the Tachikawa Maru-Pen Soft. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 24.00
Tachikawa Maru-Pen Soft Nib
The Tachikawa Maru-Pen Soft (T-77) is a fine drawing nib with slightly more flexibility than the standard Maru-Pen. It allows minimal pressure variation for more expressive detail work. Features Fine drawing nib with softer tip More flexibility than the standard Maru-Pen Minimal pressure variation for expressive lines Also available as standard Maru-Pen Application Ideal for fine details, textures and hatching in manga, comics and illustration. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 24.00
Deleter Maru-Pen Nib
The Deleter Maru-Pen Nib from Japan has a fine, hard tip for precise and consistent lines. Ideal for detail work, hair strands, backgrounds and fine hatching. Features Fine, hard steel tip Precise and consistent lines Minimal pressure variation, high control Classic Maru-Pen shape Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Perfect for detail work, fine hatching and clean backgrounds. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa T-40 Nib Holder and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 25.50
Nikko Maru-Pen Nib
The Nikko Maru-Pen Nib from Japan is a chrome-plated steel nib with a fine, hard tip. Ideal for detail work, hair strands, backgrounds and fine hatching. Features Chrome-plated steel nib Fine, hard tip Precise and consistent lines Minimal pressure variation, high control Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Perfect for detail work, fine hatching and clean backgrounds. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa T-40 Nib Holder and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 25.50
Tachikawa Saji-Pen Nib
The Tachikawa Saji-Pen is a versatile drawing nib with medium flexibility – harder than the G-Pen, softer than the Maru-Pen. Produces consistent lines with slight stroke variation and offers plenty of control. Features Medium flexibility, between G-Pen and Maru-Pen Consistent lines with slight stroke variation High control Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Well suited for beginners and as an all-rounder. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa Nib Holder T-40 and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 15.00
Nikko Saji-Pen Nib
The Nikko Saji-Pen Nib from Japan is a chrome-plated steel nib in spoon-shaped form. It sits between G-Pen and Maru-Pen in line width and flexibility. Features Chrome-plated steel nib Spoon-shaped tip Medium line width and flexibility Positioned between G-Pen and Maru-Pen Application Ideal for manga, comics and illustration. Suited to mangaka and comic artists looking for a middle ground between G-Pen and Maru-Pen. Note: Clean the nib thoroughly before first use to remove the protective oil film. A nib holder is not included. Matching nib holders such as the Tachikawa T-40 Nib Holder and drawing ink are also available in our shop.
Regular price:
CHF 16.00