Fountain Pens

CHARACTERISTICS:
Material: acrylic
Сlip material: stainless steel
Length: 14.9 cm / 5.86 inches
Weight: 26 g
Cap: screw-on, can be posted
Fountain pen refill: international standard long cartridges
or converters (72 mm / 2.8 inches)
Fountain pen nib: stainless steel Schmidt nib, size #6
Available Sizes: Fine, Medium, Broad

The history of Kaweco goes back to 1883. Over time, there have been many different systems for filling a fountain pen. While ink cartridges are the most common nowadays, the piston mechanism allows the ink to be drawn directly from the glass into the integrated ink chamber of the fountain pen therefore, making ink cartridges obsolete.
The transparent ink window allows you to keep an eye on the ink level at all times. If the ink runs out, the piston fountain pen can be refilled quickly and easily thanks to the particularly smooth filling mechanism. This filling system also allows you to use inks in an unrivalled range of colors, as there are many ink colors that are only filled in glass jars.
The matt anodized surface of the robust aluminum casing is extremely durable and gives the pen a high-quality feel. The perfect balance between the weight and diameter of the fountain pen also ensures that the hand does not tire even after long periods of writing. The combination with gold decorative elements extends the functionality with stylish elegance, thus uniting traditional filling methods with the modern age.
Specifications:
Material Color: Black
Nib Options: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, or Double Broad
Nib Material: Steel
Trim Color: Gold
Filling System: Piston
Length Open: 13cm
Length closed: 10.5cm

Material: Ebonite
Trim: Rose Gold
Nib: 14k gold Medium
Filling Mechanism: Piston-filling (bottled ink only)
Pen Length, Closed: 5.9 in. / 149mm
Pen Length, Open (Cap Off): 5.24 in. / 133mm
Pen Length, Open (Cap Posted): Cannot be posted
Pen Barrel Diameter: 0.51 in. / 13mm
Pen Grip Section Diameter: 0.39 in. - 0.45 in. / 10mm - 11.5mm
Pen Weight: 1.3 oz. / 36.85g

Packaged with a Sailor proprietary converter and two ink cartridges, this pen is ready to bring joy to writing for a long time to come.
Red and Navy are a special edition TUZU color for 2024 and will be produced in limited quantities.

Demonstrator - No
Body Material - Recycled Polycarbonate
Cap Type - Snap-cap
Compatible inks & refills - Bottled inks, Proprietary Sailor ink cartridges
Filling Mechanism - Cartridge, Converter
Grip Material - ABS Resin
Nib Size - Fine, Medium, Broad
Nib Color - Silver
Nib Material - Steel
Postable - Yes
Retractable - No
Diameter - Body 14.9mm (0.59in)
Diameter - Cap (without clip) 14.7mm (0.58in)
Diameter - Cap (with clip) 17.5mm (0.69in)
Diameter - Grip (mm) 11.4mm
Length - Body 123.2mm (4.85in)
Length - Cap 65.7mm (2.59in)
Length - Nib 16.7mm (0.66in)
Length - Overall (Closed) 135.3mm (5.33in)
Length - Overall (Posted) 168.2mm (6.62in)
Weight - Overall 20.0g
Max Ink Capacity - Cartridge 1.18ml
Max Ink Capacity - Converter 0.67ml

Each pattern symbolizes a special auspicious sign so that you can choose your own favorite based on the design or meaning. The preppy series has been well-received since its first appearance in 2007 for its high writing performance while being reasonably priced. The nib made of highly-polished stainless steel with a mixed metal point provides excellent abrasion resistance, making it the best quality fountain pen series for this price range.
It also comes equipped with the Slip & Seal Mechanism, which prevents the ink from drying out inside the pen even after a year without usage, providing a stress-free, smooth writing experience at any time. Preppy Wa models are particularly appreciated by international customers while the auspicious patterns make them ideal for a casual gift.
Unlike conventional Maki-e, it is applied with silk screen printing instead of Urushi lacquer on the underlayer, which is then sprinkled with colored powders such as gold and silver and hand-finished one by one by Maki-e artisans. It gives more thickness compared to normal printing, while the reflections and shades of the powders create a three-dimensional feel
Nib Size: Fine
Pen Options:

Hyotan (Gourd): The fruit of the gourd has a constricted shape in the center, and because of its interesting shape, it was made into a pattern along with the vines and leaves. Because gourds have many seeds, they are popular as auspicious patterns that bring prosperity to descendants. The Sennari gourd, which bears many fruits, is famous as Toyotomi Hideyoshi's horse seal
Tachibana (Citrus): Tachibana is the only wild mandarin orange in Japan. In Kojiki (records of ancient matters in Japan), Tachibana is described as a plant of Tokoyo no Kuni (the utopia of immortality). And It is considered a symbol of eternal prosperity and longevity, and is used as an auspicious motif.
Koi no Taki-Nobori (Carp climbing up a waterfall): Carp with strong vitality is considered the chief river fish. And it is also said to be an auspicious pattern that symbolizes success in life, based on an ancient Chinese story that says, "A carp that climbs a rushing waterfall ascends to the sky and becomes a dragon."
Nasu (Eggplant): The Japanese word Nasu is a homophone that means “things will go well” and “success,” and people have loved it as a pattern that brings good luck. It is said that "Ichi-Fuji, Ni-Taka, San-Nasubi (Mt.Fuji, hawk, and eggplants)" will bring good luck if seen in first dream of New Year, and it is a plant that is familiar to Japanese people.
Yanagi ni Koumori (Bats and Willow): In China, the kanji for bat has the same sound as ”turning into good fortune,” so it is considered an auspicious pattern that symbolizes good fortune and longevity. Japan was also influenced by this and was seen as a symbol of happiness during the Heian period.
Asagao (Morning-Glory): Morning glories were introduced in the Heian period for medicinal purposes, and their cultivation became popular during the Edo period, where they began to be depicted in ukiyo-e. Because the seeds are expensive, it is also said to be a symbol of wealth and prosperity. It also has the meaning of "solid bond" because it grows with a strong vine.

Specifications:

Closed: 157 mm

Open: 141 mm

Barrel: 16 mm

Section: 14 mm

Specifications:

Closed: 157 mm

Open: 141 mm

Barrel: 16 mm

Section: 14 mm

Specifications:

Closed: 140 mm

Open: 127 mm

Barrel: 15 mm

Section: 12 mm



Condition Ratings:

1. As New - Still sealed in box or possibly new old stock

2. Excellent - May have been inked or dipped, possible micro-scratches

3. Very Good - Possible micro-scratches, possible minor visible scratches, light tarnish possible

4. Good - Minor scatches or possible longer scratch(es) (greater than 10 mm), possible tarnish, possible brassing, possible ink staining

5. Fair - Many scratches, possible deep scratches, tarnish, brassing, ink stains, loose clip possible

6. Poor - Generally worn in every way, still fully functional

7. Parts - Good for parts or in need of restoration