Numbers 6 to 10 on the khatati scale — between the fine No. 1 to 5 and the broad No. 11 to 15.
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The full set of five, each barrel marked with its number so the width you are holding is never a guess.
Description
Khatati qalams are sold in numbered bands, and this is the middle one. Below it sit the fine No. 1 to 5 qalams for small everyday writing; above it the broad No. 11 to 15 for headings and title lines. The middle band is the one that does the most work in practice — line-and-a-half Nastaliq, a nastaliq exercise written properly rather than cramped, a note or an address panel that has to be read across a room but is not a poster.
Look closely at the nib and you will see something the finer qalams do not have: a round hole drilled at the head of the scooped channel. That hole is the ink well. It holds a bead of ink after the dip, and the slit running from it down to the chisel edge draws that ink forward at a steady rate as you write. It is the difference between a pen that empties in a word and one that carries you through most of a line.
Each qalam is marked with a white numbered sticker near the top of the barrel — 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 — so there is no guessing which one you picked up last time. The barrels here are close to straight rather than sharply tapered, which gives a heavier, steadier feel than the fine set. For a hand still learning to hold a fixed angle, that steadiness is worth more than delicacy.
If you are buying one set and one set only, this is usually it. The fine qalams reward a hand that is already controlled, and the broad ones spend most of their life unused unless you write display lines regularly. The middle five cover ordinary work and still look deliberate on a page — which is why a teacher setting mashq for a class will normally be working somewhere in this band.
The pack is the five qalams. Ink is not included, and there is no holder and no case — the photographs show exactly what ships. Bottled calligraphy ink is what these are made for: dip the nib until the well fills, draw the edge against the neck of the bottle, and write.
Safencia lists the No. 6 to 10 set at Rs. 375 with Cash on Delivery across Pakistan. Message us on WhatsApp before ordering and we will confirm stock for your city and what the courier charges to your address.
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Specifications
| Product name | Khatati Qalam No. 6 to 10 Bamboo Calligraphy Pen Set of 5 |
|---|---|
| Category | Arts and Crafts |
| Recommended age | 8+ years |
| Product type | Hand-cut bamboo khatati qalam (dip pen) |
| Pieces | 5 qalams |
| Width band | No. 6 to 10 — the middle of the 1-to-15 khatati scale |
| Marking | White numbered stickers on the barrel: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Nib | Chisel edge with a drilled round ink well and a feeding slit |
| Barrel | Close to cylindrical, thicker than the fine No. 1 to 5 qalams |
| Material | Natural bamboo reed, unvarnished |
| Ink | Not included — the pack is five qalams only |
| Best for | Everyday Urdu Nastaliq and Arabic text lines |
| Price | Rs. 375 |
| Stock status | In stock |
| Cash on Delivery | Available across Pakistan |
| Delivery time | 3-5 working days after WhatsApp order confirmation |
| What is included | 5 x bamboo khatati qalam, numbered 6 to 10, Ink is not included, No holder or storage case is included |
What's in the Box
- 5 x bamboo khatati qalam, numbered 6 to 10
- Ink is not included
- No holder or storage case is included
FAQs
What is the round hole in the khatati qalam nib for?
It is the ink well. After a dip it holds a bead of ink, and the slit running from the hole down to the chisel edge feeds that ink forward as you write. Without it a qalam would only carry what clings to the channel, which is why the finer qalams need dipping far more often than these.
Which khatati qalam band should I buy if I only buy one?
This one. Numbers 6 to 10 handle ordinary Nastaliq writing and still look deliberate on the page. The No. 1 to 5 qalams suit a hand that is already controlled and writing small, while the No. 11 to 15 set is really for headings and title lines rather than daily work.
How are the five qalams marked?
Each carries a small white sticker near the top of the barrel printed 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10. Keep them in that order in a pouch and you will always know which width you are picking up, which matters more than it sounds when four of the five look similar in the hand.
How long does one dip last with these qalams?
Longer than with the fine No. 1 to 5 set, because the drilled well holds more ink. Expect to get through most of a line before the stroke starts to go dry. Draw the nib against the neck of the bottle after each dip so the well is loaded evenly instead of flooding the first letters.
Are these bamboo qalams suitable for Arabic calligraphy?
Yes. The chisel edge produces the thick-to-thin contrast that Arabic Naskh and Thuluth are built on, exactly as it does for Urdu Nastaliq, and this middle band suits normal text lines in either script. Very large display lettering wants a broader qalam.
Does the set include ink or a holder?
No. The pack is the five bamboo qalams alone — no ink, no holder and no case. You will need a bottle of calligraphy ink, and the qalam is dipped directly into it since there is no cartridge or converter on a reed pen.
How do I keep the qalam writing cleanly?
Wipe the nib when you stop so ink does not dry inside the well and block the slit, and store the qalam nib upward. When the chisel edge finally dulls or frays, a sharp blade takes a fresh cut at the same angle and the qalam writes like new again.
Is this khatati qalam set alright for a school student?
Yes, and it is the band most students end up using for classwork and mashq. The one part to supervise is re-cutting the nib, because that needs a sharp blade and is better done by an adult for younger children.
Can I pay cash on delivery for Khatati Qalam No. 6 to 10 in Pakistan?
Yes. Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, including Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi and many other cities.
How fast is delivery in Pakistan?
Orders are confirmed on WhatsApp before dispatch. Delivery usually takes 3-5 working days in major Pakistani cities, depending on courier route and city.
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