Hold the pen at about a 45-degree angle to the paper
Grip the pen lightly, not tightly
Rest the pen nib on the paper before starting to write
Use minimal pressure and let the nib do the work
Write with smooth, steady strokes
Keep your hand relaxed while writing
Move your arm and fingers naturally as you write
Use fountain pen-friendly paper to reduce feathering and bleed-through
Start with a well-filled ink converter or cartridge
Keep the nib clean and free of dried ink
Cap the pen when not in use to prevent drying
Practice slow, controlled writing at first
Avoid pressing down hard on the nib
Flush the pen regularly with water for maintenance
Store the pen horizontally or nib-up when not in use