At OMAS, the nib has always been the truest expression of the writing instrument itself. We continue to craft our nibs in-house according to original OMAS standards, preserving the balance of precision, responsiveness, and character that has long distinguished the brand. Available in 14K gold, our nibs are designed to offer a writing experience that combines stability with flexibility, delivering not only comfort, but genuine pleasure on the page.

The making of an OMAS nib has never been a simple industrial process. Historically, it began with the alloy itself, carefully composed from gold, copper, and silver according to specific formulations developed for different nib types. From there, the nib passed through an intricate production cycle involving dozens of distinct phases, each requiring exacting control and highly specialized skill.

Among the most delicate stages was the application and shaping of the tipping material, a process essential to the smoothness, speed, and durability of the final writing surface. It was through the trained hands of experienced craftsmen that the nib acquired the refinement for which OMAS became known: the effortless glide, the controlled flexibility, and the expressive performance that made it recognizable to writers around the world.

This level of attention extended beyond the nib itself to the tools used to create it. OMAS historically designed and built its own machinery in-house, ensuring that every stage of production could meet the standards the company set for itself. The result was not simply a gold nib, but a highly tuned instrument of writing—one shaped by metallurgy, engineering, and human judgment in equal measure.

That same philosophy continues to guide us today. Every OMAS nib is made with the understanding that the point of contact between pen and paper is where the entire promise of the brand must be fulfilled.