Sekisei Gafu Maki-e Fountain Pen Grape Design AX-8875-00 14K Nib Made in Japan

A luxury Japanese fountain pen decorated with maki-e, the celebrated traditional Japanese lacquer art. A design created by Higashiyama Gafu is elegantly rendered by a maki-e artisan of Wajima. The grape motif, prized east and west as a symbol of prosperity and abundant harvest for its vigorous vines and generous clusters, is depicted with rich, vivid coloring. The cap features a cluster of grapes while the barrel shows grape leaves.

The pen uses a Slip Seal mechanism that prevents ink from drying for up to two years, solving the common problem of ink drying out during periods of non-use and allowing safe use of pigment inks with high water and light resistance.

Specifications

• Nib: 14K gold, Medium (M).
• Japanese nibs run finer than Western sizes.
• Filling system: cartridge / converter. Converter 500 and one blue-black cartridge included.
• Body: resin with urushi lacquer finish and maki-e by Wajima maki-e artisans, after a design by Higashiyama Gafu.
• Size: approx. 139.5 mm long, 14.5 mm maximum diameter, 18.5 g.
• Includes: paulownia wood box and a single-pen pouch in gold brocade.
• Condition: brand new.

Please refer to the photos for the item's current appearance and condition.