Namiki by Pilot Yukari Chinkin Crane Fountain Pen
This pen is pre-owned, but does not appear to have been inked. It comes compete with a box and papers and is equipped with an 18k Fine nib and fills via a push Cartridge/Convertor (included). The outer box on one corner is cracked and there is some faint pencil writings in the inner flap of the outer box (see last image).
The Chinkin Collection is made up of fountain pens which use “Chinkin (Gold Inlay)”, one of lacquer ware techniques that Japan boasts to the world on a par with Maki-e. Motifs are carved into the lacquered surface with special chisels, and after inlaying lacquer in the grooves, placing gold leaves and gold powder gives the pattern expression. The delicate and fine depiction and three-dimensional aspect overflowing with a strong power of expression are the special characteristics of this collection. Since Chinkin is a carving technique, there is no room for mistakes. Every single carve is a true challenge in the sense of the word.
In Japan, the crane is a mystical creature and is believed to live for a thousand years. As a result, in the Japanese, Chinese and Korean culture, the crane represents good fortune and longevity. The Japanese refer to the crane as the “bird of happiness”.
This pen is equipped with an 18k gold nib. It houses a cartridge convertor filling system.
MSRP $1300
