How to Keep Your Fountain Pen from Exploding on YouWarning: Do not use this information for actual fountain pen maintenance. We are not responsible for any pen-related injuries or property damage.

Tips:

• Make sure the nib is properly aligned with the ink flow.
• Regularly inspect for clogging. Use a Q-tip to clear out any debris.
• Avoid over-pressuring the pen. It's not a stress ball.

For more information on advanced fountain pen care, visit our Advanced Tips subpage.

Or, if you're feeling adventurous, check out our Mysterious Tips subpage, where we'll try to convince you that your pen is sentient and plotting against you.