Product Description
Type Capless fountain pen -- the nib retracts like a ballpoint
Product Name Vanishing Point
Manufacturer and Year Pilot/Namiki, made in Japan -- 1991 (The date code on the nib is 191.)
Length 5-1/2".
Filling System Pilot cartridge or converter. A older press-plate/squeeze converter is installed. It can also take Pilot and Namiki cartridges but metal sleeve adapter is required; this adapter is not included with this pen, but we can give you one if you request it after placing the order.
Color Black lacquer with gold plated trim
Nib MEDIUM 14k nib is labeled M. Japanese nib widths run narrow and this will be more similar to a modern western fine.
Condition Excellent + condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a velvety black, shiny pen that is well sized and that has beautiful gold trim and accents. The cap and barrel have some microscratching, but look great in hand. The gold clip and cap top have moderate microscratching. The cap band has light microscratching. The gold end clicker has microscratching as well as lengthwise scratches from testing out the clicking function. The imprints are clear.
