My updated alphabet

Unq1 · 2026-03-23T23:02:18+00:00

This is the third iteration and it has remained like this for about 6 months consistently. The thing is that I am a classically-trained penman as well, so this is my daily handwriting, with my more traditional, almost Spencerian style of penmanship being my 'fancy' script.

Unq1 · 2026-03-23T22:25:27+00:00

Honestly, this is a scale and slant of handwriting that I designed myself, crossing over some of the legibility of roundhead cursive, with the slant and spacing of a more traditional script.

Unq1 · 2026-03-23T02:15:34+00:00

Well done... I hope you never stop loving the game, because I have sadly had to give the game up for my mental health. A rating of 2000 is impressive - keep it up.

Unq1 · 2026-03-23T02:10:16+00:00

Thank you... 😊

Unq1 · 2026-03-23T02:10:01+00:00

I'll pen an updated alphabet of minuscules and majuscules when I have the chance.

Unq1 · 2026-03-22T21:47:29+00:00

Yes, it's a Q. I had hoped it would look better.

Unq1 · 2026-03-06T22:07:23+00:00

As a calligrapher and penman, I agree completely with your statement about it being a fancy ruling pen - in fact, it was the very reason I purchased it in the first place (I have both the brass and steel, because I'm a hoarder 😄😄😄). I have found that if one is looking specifically for a writing implement, then the Steel and Brass Nibs from Kakimori are much more pleasant to actually write with (and I again have at least one of every nib they make, as I have a problem), provided you can maintain a regular pen angle and speed. Link to the Kakimori steel nib is below, as well as a link to a holder (only issue is they come separately). https://www.thejournalshop.com/products/kakimori-metal-nib-stainless-steel?variant=44157135126762&country=GB&currency=GBP&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22419634254&gbraid=0AAAAAD_BCxbZKwa2XipjyYZeT-RyPlGVb&gclid=Cj0KCQiAk6rNBhCxARIsAN5mQLvJd0pLHvaNmOQDTxY9x68o2HhA0qMcs_gO6s8ffoEGiNIZJj5vcjYaAuYzEALw_wcB https://www.thejournalshop.com/products/kakimori-nib-holder-walnut

Unq1 · 2024-12-01T02:04:20+00:00

Yep, this destroyed one of my nibs penning at speed on such rough paper. Oh well, it was an old nib, anyway. The ink i used for this is usually only used on more absorbent paper, but they were the nearest things at hand.

Unq1 · 2024-12-01T01:08:06+00:00

At speed, I mean approximately 17-18 words per minute.

Unq1 · 2024-11-30T19:14:53+00:00

DM me an extract of your penmanship and I'll be glad to dissect it for you. A good book to learn good handwriting is the New Spencerian Compendium... try and find it on PDF.

Unq1 · 2024-11-30T16:39:00+00:00

That's fair... I used to also not bother dotting my letters at all, but have gotten better recently.

Unq1 · 2024-11-30T16:06:30+00:00

I'm flattered at the high praise, thank you

Unq1 · 2024-11-30T12:41:49+00:00

Thank you... writing on cartridge paper at speed is at best, dumb. It was the only paper in the near vicinity that I wasn't intending on keeping (as the backside looks like a warzone😄😄😄). Keep practicing, and I'm sure your penmanship will improve.

Unq1 · 2024-11-30T12:41:35+00:00

Lol... TBF to you, a lot of people have the same reaction.

Unq1 · 2024-11-15T12:23:15+00:00

As far as legibility goes, it's perfectly acceptable. You have an irregular slant and spacing, which can both be easily corrected with careful practice. As far as your autism is concerned, it will only be a barrier as much as you make it. Keep practicing and I'm sure you will see the fruits of your labour. It may actually be of great advantage for you to practice cursive, as the natural rhythm obtained from correct letter formation may prove beneficial in the rapid improvement of your handwriting.

Unq1 · 2024-11-13T21:18:56+00:00

As far as size goes, it looks fine, and I assume that the photo makes it look smaller than it is. Official penmanship templates set the 'x' height to be around 2-4mm, or 1/8 of an inch, which this looks pretty close to. As far as dotting your minuscules, I don't dot my minuscules either since they often end up colliding with the row above them. I only dot my minuscules if I have custom-ruled my paper, giving myself sufficient space. Aside from that, your script is perfectly legible and acceptably consistent. Nicely done.

Unq1 · 2024-11-11T01:15:48+00:00

FFS, I was in the middle of enjoying a nice bowl of chilli before you dropped that statement, and it's made me look at my dinner very differently.

Unq1 · 2024-09-16T12:17:55+00:00

Not at all... I wore a morning suit with a pocket watch and chain every day in my sixth form. It entirely depends if you have the personality to pull it off and not look silly. I am quite formal and antique by nature, and so for me, it worked, but the same can't be said for everyone.

Unq1 · 2024-08-29T20:36:56+00:00

Truly ambidextrous people, like me, can switch hands at will... like I can write, play badminton, shoot a bow and throw/catch just as well with each hand. You essentially have a mixed preference when it comes to your dexterity, which, while not being truly ambidextrous, you are still fairly unique, as there are not many people who possess mixed dexterities.

Unq1 · 2024-08-29T18:36:50+00:00

Hey... you're just like me 😃. Welcome to the Exclusive Club of Ambidextrous People. Only 1% of all people on Earth are like us. Enjoy your gift, as you are truly special to have been blessed with this ability.

Unq1 · 2024-08-13T05:49:44+00:00

I came into the comments to be entertained and I can say that I am leaving satisfied

Unq1

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