the sticker is to indicate the nib type. it is not a design element and can be removed. on a F pen the sticker says F, same for M or B. for the flexible nib, the sticker is a figure of 8 pattern as the engraving on the actual nib. for this nib, the sticker is 3 parallel lines lor.
the tip is not gold because it is a different harder material. tips are never gold as it is too soft. but they may be plated, which is worn off when grinding.
the sticker is to indicate the nib type. it is not a design element and can be removed. on a F pen the sticker says F, same for M or B. for the flexible nib, the sticker is a figure of 8 pattern as the engraving on the actual nib. for this nib, the sticker is 3 parallel lines lor.
the tip is not gold because it is a different harder material. tips are never gold as it is too soft. but they may be plated, which is worn off when grinding.