{"product_id":"pilot-custom-823-fountain-pen-the-sixty-five-dromgooles-exclusive","title":"Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen - The Sixty-Five (Dromgoole's Exclusive)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCelebrating 65 Years of Putting Ink on Paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor sixty-five years, Dromgoole's has been privileged to become a cornerstone of Houston's writing community, bringing together generations of writers, collectors, artists, and stationery enthusiasts through a shared appreciation for fine writing instruments and the art of handwriting. From helping customers discover their first fountain pen to sourcing the next addition to a collection, we've been honored to be part of countless personal journeys and lasting traditions. Since opening our doors in 1961 as a neighborhood typewriter store, we've remained dedicated to one purpose: putting ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs we celebrate our 65th anniversary, we remain deeply grateful for the community that has grown alongside us. Your curiosity, enthusiasm, and endless support have shaped Dromgoole's into more than a destination for fine writing instruments. They've made it a place where friendships are formed, knowledge is shared, and love of the written word continues to unite generations across Houston and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat began as a neighborhood typewriter store has evolved into a destination for fine writing instruments, luxury inks, premium paper, and stationery from around the world. Though the products have changed with each generation, our dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and the written word has remained a constant. Every customer who walks through our doors begins a new writing journey, and for sixty-five years, it has been our privilege to help guide the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-e9722f23-7fff-9c0c-8730-0df9a142b36c\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEvery customer who walks through our doors begins a new writing journey, and for sixty-five years, it has been our privilege to help guide the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTo commemorate this milestone, Pilot and Dromgoole's proudly present The Pilot Custom 823 - The Sixty-Five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFinished in the blue and orange that have long represented Dromgoole's, this exclusive edition celebrates a shared commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and the enduring joy of writing by hand. Its custom 14-karat gold nib is engraved with the Dromgoole's \"D,\" a single commemorative star, and the year 1961, a tribute to where our journey began.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe star was chosen with purpose. For centuries, the guiding star has symbolized direction, hope, and the confidence to move forward, serving as a trusted point of reference for travelers finding their way. It reflects the role Dromgoole's has aspired to play for generations of writers, collectors, and creators by offering guidance, knowledge, and inspiration as each person begins their own writing journey. Paired with the year 1961, the star honors where our story began while celebrating the many journeys still to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhether you're recording everyday thoughts, preserving life's milestones, or writing the next chapter of your own story, may The Sixty-Five accompany you for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor sixty-five years, our guiding star has been simple: helping our customers put ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThank you for allowing us to be part of your story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Dromgoole Family\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDromgoole's exclusive 65th Anniversary edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue cap with clear orange barrel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14-karat gold nib available in a variety of nib sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilot's high-capacity vacuum filling system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparent barrel for easy ink level visibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable, well-balanced design for extended writing sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to honor 65 years of Dromgoole's dedication to fine writing instruments, this exclusive Pilot Custom 823 is both a meaningful collector's piece and a dependable everyday fountain pen designed to be enjoyed for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to the limited availability, we are releasing only 1 pen customer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":50079039029488,"sku":"23671","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":50079039062256,"sku":"23674","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Broad","offer_id":50079039095024,"sku":"23668","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2424\/5488\/files\/2_9497ad76-0150-4f36-8738-529bf5254ae2.png?v=1785250915","url":"https:\/\/www.dromgooles.com\/products\/pilot-custom-823-fountain-pen-the-sixty-five-dromgooles-exclusive","provider":"Dromgoole's Fine Writing Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}