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Well, now I am totally confused! I attended the DC Pen show last year and after testing all of Nibs.com Nakaya nibs, I selected the Neo Standard with a 1.1 (prior to re-grinding) Reverse Oblique(right footed) double broad with increased flex to be created by Mr. Mottishaw. I am a left underwriter with a tripod grip, usually slightly higher than the usual 45° and light to moderate pressure. I love the appearance of formal italic writing with line variation and shading and write in modern or formal italics. I was completely comfortable with my choice (maybe just a tinge of concern), but over time and having read almost everything posted on FPN and on the net, I am no longer sure that I chose wisely. So please, all you left handed modern italic writers (and anyone else that would like to chip in) Some questions: 1. As Richard Binder says, "there is no such thing as a left-handed pen", but there seems to be a case for using a right oblique to get the thicks and thins in the right places, or would a simple italic nib do the same job,as I have read in other articles.(at a lower cost, and perish the thought, better resale value) So should I stick with my choice or wait another couple of months for the DC Pen show and try them all again or go with my original gut feel? 2. Would a .8,.9 or 1.0 width be best for providing line variation without it "spreading" too much. 3. Is there any difference in the appearance of a 15° or 30° cut, or is it more to do with hand position. I know much of this will be personal opinion but, your input will be most helpful!