Sailor - King of Pens Resin | Mandarin Yellow - Rhodium Trim

The King of Pens fountain pen, commonly referred to as KOP by enthusiasts, transcends being merely a collection of expensive writing instruments; it epitomizes the pinnacle of the writing experience. While other high-end pens often boast ostentatious designs and intricate detailing, the KOP exudes a refined luxury and serene simplicity synonymous with Japanese minimalism.

Sailor's Mandarin Yellow King of Pens fountain pen, a flagship offering, embodies Sailor's dedication to technological innovation, impeccable craftsmanship, and unwavering pursuit of perfection cultivated over years of experience. Notably, meticulous attention has been devoted to the oversized 21-carat gold nib, ensuring an unparalleled writing experience. Handcrafted from precious resin and adorned with rhodium-plated accents, this special edition is exclusively tailored for the European market and will be available for a limited time as part of a carefully curated limited edition series.

The vibrant yellow hue symbolizes the life-giving energy of the sun and represents the center of the universe and the transitional phases between seasons in Eastern cultures. In China, yellow holds national significance, historically reserved solely for the Emperor. According to Feng Shui principles, yellow embodies warmth and dynamism, while in Japan, it is associated with bravery and courage.

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Zoom 727

I was very lucky to find a Zoom 727 with Pen Venture. It’s similar to the iconic 707 but it’s slightly larger form makes it more usable for daily use. It’s none the worse for that and scooped an if Design award in 2004. Bizarrely, it’s discontinued now! Get it while you can from Pen Venture. My thanks to them for their great service.

Quark, xf

Skipped so much I had to replace the nib unit with parts from my storage. Quite disappointing. The cap now screws on, I preferred the slip cap. It's faster. It's working now but I won't be spending any more money on gravitas.

The Vac 2

The Vac 2 is a refinement of both the Monster and the previous Gravitas vac fillers. This is a very robust, beautifully balanced writer that will bring pleasure to even the most particular purchaser. The filling system holds just the right quantity of ink. Long writing sessions are a breeze without the risk of having ink sit in the pen for extended periods. I have used this pen extensively since it arrived and have found it to be consistent and reliable. The nib is smooth and flows evenly with the lightest of touches. I prefer this pen over the monster because of its size and balance. The Vac 2 becomes an extension of my hand, allowing me to forget its presence and locus entirely, focusing on what I am writing.

Excellent service. Love the pen. Thank you.
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Substantial, reliable, and smooth

The Gravitas Vac 2.0 is an amazing tool for handwriting. The nib is smooth, distinct, and reliable, and it has some weight due to its durable materials, black aluminium/aluminum and ultem, the perfect combination of a tool which will survive most of us, still functioning if the internal vacuum piston system is cared for. I have enjoyed this fountain pen for seven days and I am pleased to say it is one of my better ones, and it is fun to use. I recommend it.

(Emy was correct: The nib has great flow, about six drops of ink will automatically flow from the nib after I have just filled it, after that no problems; tissue paper or the ink bottle under the nib until that happens is recommended, other than that: an excellent fountain pen.)

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