Do you HAVE to use cartridges, or can you use free ink? And if so, where do you buy additional cartridges?

You do not "have" to use cartridges. There is a bladder converter included. You can fill this in one of two ways, you can dip it into ink and squeeze the converter, let it expand to suck in the ink. The other way, which I use, is to have a syringe. Fill the syringe with ink, then use that to fill the converter. It's up to you. I also use the syringe method to refill the cartridges.

It appears as though these nibs are of a gold tone, is this in fact the case?

Yes, they are yellow/gold in color, but they are made of brass.

Does it have letter making guide our instructions?

An instruction booklet comes in the package.

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STAEDTLER calligraphy pen set, ideal for all skill levels, 899 SM5, Assorted, 33 Piece Set

STAEDTLER calligraphy pen set, ideal for all skill levels, 899 SM5, Assorted, 33 Piece Set

Product ID: 1406996

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Age Range (Description)
Adult
Brand
STAEDTLER
Color
Assorted
Ink Color
Blue
Writing Instrument Form
Fountain Pen

🎨20 vibrant water-based dye ink cartridges

🧳Portable metal storage tin for on-the-go creativity

🖋️5 interchangeable nib sizes (0.3mm to 2mm+)

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Age Range (Description)
Adult
Brand
STAEDTLER
Color
Assorted

Description

🖌️ Elevate your handwriting game — because your words deserve to be works of art!

LEARN LIKE A PRO - Step-by-step instruction booklet and practice pad guide you from novice to calligraphy artist.
SPLASH YOUR STYLE - 20 assorted ink cartridges in rich colors empower your unique artistic expression.
MASTER EVERY STROKE - Five precision nibs from extra fine to extra broad let you craft every letter with professional flair.
VERSATILE REFILLABLE - Includes a metal converter for bottled ink, ensuring endless creative possibilities beyond cartridges.
TRAVEL READY CREATIVITY - Durable metal tin keeps your entire 33-piece set organized and ready wherever inspiration strikes.

The STAEDTLER 33-piece calligraphy pen set is a comprehensive toolkit designed for all skill levels, featuring 4 pens, 5 interchangeable nibs (extra fine to extra broad), 20 water-based dye ink cartridges in assorted colors, a metal converter for bottled ink, plus instructional booklets and practice paper—all housed in a sleek, portable metal storage tin. Perfect for professionals and hobbyists aiming to master elegant lettering with ease and style.

Specifications

ASIN	B0009RRTBM
Additional Features	Blendable
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#64,995 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #432 in Drawing Pens
Body Shape	Round
Brand	STAEDTLER
Brand Name	STAEDTLER
Closure Type	Screw Off Cap
Color	Assorted
Customer Reviews	4.2 out of 5 stars 3,998 Reviews
Drill Point	Extra Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00031901936303
Grip Type	Contoured
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Included Components	4 calligraphy pens, 5 nibs, 20 water-based dye ink cartridges, 1 metal pump (converter), an easy-to-follow instruction book, a practice paper pad, portable storage tin
Ink Base	Water
Ink Color	Blue
Item Dimensions	9.2 x 1.3 x 6.6 inches
Item Type Name	Set
Item Weight	5.9 Grams
Line Size	0.3mm_2mm_and_above
Manufacturer	Staedtler Mars
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model Name	899 SM5 ST
Model Number	9-07-120
Recommended Uses For Product	Calligraphy
Style	Classic
Theme	Calligraphy
UPC	797770374072 885237023806 885282174249 885513690449 638563019445 031901936303 110709394222 885235962824 809099160868 885492992640 746796332214 680809321553 885456096643 634871131862 798804781231 885890123837 885904391573 884163666088
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Standard.
Writing Instrument Form	Fountain Pen
Writing Technique	fountain pen

Reviews

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19.09.2018

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29.10.2014

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29.12.2017

D**S

15.12.2025

I**E

24.05.2021

R**E

2.11.2023

F**I

1.04.2018

S**U

3.05.2020

J**J

15.11.2025

M**D

1.11.2020

C**N

18.07.2017

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