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Sailor Hocoro Nib Unit (1.0MM) 87-0851-100
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Sailor Hocoro Nib Unit (1.0MM) 87-0851-100
Product Title
Sailor Hocoro Nib Unit (1.0?mm, Square Italic) – Model 87?0851?100
Overview
The Sailor Hocoro Nib Unit 1.0?mm is an exchangeable steel nib module designed for use with the Sailor Hocoro dip-pen system. With a crisp square-italic line, this nib enables both expressive calligraphic strokes and bold ink swatches. It gives you the flexibility to mix and match with different barrels and ink reservoirs to create your own writing instrument configuration.
Key Features & Benefits
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High-quality stainless steel nib — durable, reliable, and crafted to Sailor’s standards.
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1.0?mm square-italic tip — ideal for calligraphy, expressive writing, sketching, and ink swatching.
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Interchangeable nib unit — the nib comes housed in a resin section that can be removed from the pen barrel, allowing for quick swaps among different nib styles (Fine, Medium, 2.0?mm, Fude, etc.).
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Compact size and lightweight build — measuring φ8 × 31?mm, and weighing approximately 0.5?g, this nib unit is unobtrusive and easy to handle.
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Heart?shaped breather hole & Sailor anchor logo — aesthetic touches that reflect Sailor’s design identity.
Detailed Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Model Code | 87?0851?100 |
| Nib Material | Stainless steel |
| Tip Width / Style | 1.0?mm square-italic (calligraphic) |
| Dimensions | φ8 × 31?mm |
| Weight | ~0.5?g |
| Packaging | Paperboard box (48 × 19 × 71?mm) |
| Compatibility | Works only with the Sailor Hocoro dip pen system (requires a barrel and optional ink reservoir) |
Usage Notes & Tips
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Ink compatibility & cleaning: Like other Hocoro nibs, the 1.0?mm unit is designed for use with bottled fountain pen inks. Between color changes, rinse the nib under water and dry it before switching to another ink.
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Swapping nibs: The resin housing is removable, so you can swap in the 1.0?mm nib into any compatible Hocoro barrel or replace it with other nib styles for versatility.
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Storage trick: When not using the pen, you can invert the nib and insert it backward into the hollow barrel to help “cap” the pen without needing an external cap.
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Precision & line quality: The square-italic tip offers crisp edges and character to your strokes, but like all italic cuts, it performs best with consistent angle and moderate pressure.
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Slight play / wobble: Some users report a minor amount of movement between the nib unit and the barrel, which can affect extreme exit strokes. A small shim (e.g. thin tape) may help reduce the play.
Ideal Uses & Audience
This nib unit is especially suited for:
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Fountain pen & ink enthusiasts who like to sample and switch inks frequently
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Calligraphers and lettering artists who want compact flexibility
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Illustrators doing ink swatches and visual explorations
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Users who already own (or plan to own) the Sailor Hocoro dip-pen system and want to expand their nib options
Product Information
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This is an exchangeable nib unit (nib + resin section) made for the Sailor Hocoro dip?pen system.
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It does not include a barrel or ink reservoir — you’ll need to pair it with a compatible Hocoro barrel and (optionally) a reservoir to use it.
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The nib is a square-italic calligraphy style, 1.0?mm width, well suited for expressive writing, calligraphy, ink swatching, and illustration work.
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The nib unit is housed in a resin section that can be removed from the barrel, enabling nib swaps across different styles (Fine, Medium, 2.0?mm, Fude etc.).
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It features Sailor’s design touches such as a heart-shaped breather hole and the Sailor anchor logo on the nib.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model / Item Code | 87?0851?100 |
| Nib Material | Stainless steel |
| Nib Width / Style | 1.0?mm square?italic / “calligraphy” |
| Size (section + nib) | φ8 × 31?mm |
| Weight | ~0.5?g |
| Packaging | Paperboard box (48 × 19 × 71?mm) |
| Barcode / EAN | 49?01680?16288?9 |
| Sales Price (India example) | ~ ?950 (inclusive of taxes) |
| Compatible System | Sailor Hocoro dip-pen system only |
Usage Notes, Pros & Considerations
Pros / Strengths:
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Interchangeability & flexibility — swap nib units easily without having to buy multiple full pens.
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Ease of cleaning & ink switching — just rinse under water and dry when changing inks.
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Good for ink sampling / swatching — the calligraphic nib gives a broad, expressive stroke great for color testing.
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Compact & lightweight — minimal extra bulk, since nib + section is small and light.
Considerations / User Feedback:
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Some users note slight movement or wiggle between the nib unit and the barrel, which may affect very fine exit strokes.
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Because the nib unit is removable and snaps in, alignment or play might not be as rigid as in fully integrated pens.
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The 1.0 mm calligraphy nib is untipped (i.e., no tipping material), so the edges are more prone to wear if used on rough paper. (Some users in forums mention the 1.0 & 2.0 mm stubs lack tipping)
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A few users have reported cracking in the pen bodies of Hocoro systems over time (though that is more about the barrel than the nib unit itself).
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Because of the nib’s calligraphic width, you’ll need to re-dip more often than with finer nibs.
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