Brause manufactures steel nibs for writing, drawing, and calligraphy. Founded in 1850 in Iserlohn, Germany, Brause was initially a needle-maker but expanded to include pen nibs in 1895. Brause nibs are manufactured from cold rolled steel and pressed with tools specific to each model and size. They are used by professional calligraphers, lettering artists, and illustrators and are among the finest available.