Product Description
Type | Modern luxury fountain pen with all |
Product Name | "Beijing Opera Rythm" is what Duke called this model. This upscale version is hard to find and no longer being made. |
Manufacturer and Year | German Duke Lux Pen GmbH .... circa 2004. (Duke is a Chinese company with an R&D branch in Germany, and they are registered in Germany. We have read that the nibs are made in Germany.) |
Length | 5-3/8" capped |
Filling System | A Duke Germany converter is installed, and it can be removed to accept generic international style cartridges. |
Color |
The cloisonné finish is done in a cobalt blue color, with face paintings and the 18K rose gold trim. These are large and hefty pens, all-brass construction underneath. The raised wire (part of the cloisonne process) on the barrel resembles clouds. Each pen is decorated with two of the traditional painted faces of characters from famous operas. The cap band shows a traditional Chinese decorative pattern and the clip resembles a snake -- very detailed and eye-catching. Sapphire (or "sapphire"?) jewels on both ends. This version features two faces -- one white and pink and one brown and black. We also have a version of the pen with burgundy colored faces. |
Nib | Duke 14k solid gold nib seems to be a medium. It feels soft with a nice amount of spring to it. The cut-outs on the sides increase the flex. We will adjust each nib as needed before shipping. |
Condition |
Brand new in original packaging. Never inked or dipped. Comes with an outer sleeve, a large padded outer box, wooden inner box, leather two-pen carry case, user booklet.... very heavy and impressive packaging, this would make quite a gift. |