Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen Medium Nib

Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen — Medium Stainless Steel Nib & Reversible Barrel

The Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen with Medium Nib is designed for stationery lovers and writers who want the expressive feel of a traditional fountain pen nib without the commitment of filling a converter. Featuring a round-tipped medium stainless steel nib, this Japanese dip pen offers generous ink flow and quick cleanup with plain water, making it ideal for daily journaling, note-taking, ink swatching, and sketch work.

Key Features

• Smooth Medium Steel Nib: Traditional round-point medium nib glides smoothly across paper with generous, consistent ink delivery.
• Quick Color Swapping: Clean the nib and feed in seconds by swirling in water and dabbing dry—switch inks with zero downtime.
• Reversible Protective Barrel: Removable nib assembly slides easily out and stores safely inside the resin barrel for tip protection.
• Durable Construction: Long-lasting stainless steel nib resists wear and corrosion, requiring no frequent replacement unlike traditional dip nibs.
• Lightweight Ergonomics: Sleek resin body balances naturally in hand for fatigue-free extended journaling and drawing sessions.

Specifications

• Brand: Sailor
• Model: Compass Hocoro
• Product Type: Dip Pen
• Nib Material: Stainless Steel
• Nib Size: Medium (M)
• Body Material: Resin (Available in White and Grey)
• Inverted Storage: Yes (nib stores inside barrel)
• Recommended Inks: Fountain Pen Ink, Calligraphy Ink, Drawing Ink
• Country of Origin: Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the medium nib write compared to a fountain pen?

The Hocoro medium nib writes just like a classic Japanese medium fountain pen nib, delivering a rounded, smooth stroke with balanced ink wetness.

Does this pen need cartridges or bottled ink?

This pen uses bottled ink exclusively. You dip the nib directly into your ink bottle or ink sample vial to write.

How much writing do I get per dip?

A single dip typically provides enough ink to write several sentences or a full paragraph depending on paper absorbency and ink viscosity.

Can I use shimmer and shading inks?

Yes, the Hocoro is one of the best tools for shimmer, sheen, and shading inks because water cleaning is fast and completely prevents feed clogging.

Can I change the nib to other sizes later?

Yes, Sailor sells interchangeable Hocoro replacement nib units separately, including 1.0mm, 2.0mm calligraphy, and Fude styles.