Sailor 110th Anniversary Fountain Pen - Premium 24K Gold Band (Bespoke Limited Edition)

SAILOR Fountain Pen is celebrating a milestone; their 110^th year anniversary. When SAILOR Pen’s founder, Kyugoro Sakata pioneered Japanese fountain pen manufacturing in 1911, he had a vision of the perfect writing instrument, manufactured in Japan, and fitted with premium quality gold nibs. 110 years later, SAILOR is the leading manufacturer of gold nib fountain pens as well as having the distinction of making the only 21-karat gold nibs in the world. To celebrate this momentous occasion, SAILOR is releasing a limited edition 110^th Anniversary Commemorative Fountain Pen series. Each pen corresponds to Sailor's three cornerstones: Authenticity, Technology and Design.

The Sailor Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Bespoke Premium Fountain Pen is made with stainless steel and coated deep black through a new electrolytic coloration technology, giving this pen a firm metallic feel with the durability of a non-fading deep black finish. The 21-karat matte gold band on the pearskin finish barrel illuminates its elegance and accentuates the look and feel of ultimate luxury.

Authenticity:

The 21-karat gold barrel is linked to the image of Sailor's original 21K gold nib which is backed by the technology and strong commitment to writing quality that has been cultivated over the years. The matte finish, which suppresses the luster and gives the material its genuine beauty and relaxed appearance, feels comfortable in the palm of your hand, and the well-balanced design provides excitement for a more natural writing flow.

Sailor Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Bespoke Premium Fountain Pen Details:

• Cornerstone: Authenticity
• Premium Model is limited to 110 pieces worldwide
• Special limited edition 21-karat bicolor nib engraved with SAILOR’s new anchor logo and “110th”.
• Available in four nib widths: Fine, Medium-Fine, Medium, and Broad
• A center band on the screw-on cap engraved with the new SAILOR logo – reflecting beauty through simplicity
• A top cap band raised on one side to prevent accidental roll off. Engraved with “Since 1911”
• Recessed finial with the new SAILOR anchor logo on the cap and enclosed in a clear dome
• Serial numbers are engraved on the barrel’s bottom finial
• Comes with a soft, yet protective pen sheath made of high quality sustainable hemp cloth; a material that is increasingly hard to procure
• Pen box solidly crafted of strong premium chestnut wood with handcrafted nagurime texture
• Includes a free bottle of SAILOR BLUE - Dawn ink that signifies SAILOR Pen Company’s corporate color, as well as an ink cartridge.
• Includes Cleaning Cloth, Product Manual, Instruction Manual and Warranty Card
• Size: 20x163.5mm
• Shaft Diameter 17.2mm
• Weight: Approx. 84.6 g

21K Gold Nibs:

Sailor 21K Gold Nibs are flexible, more resilient and do not run out of ink under heavy pressure, ensuring a stable writing experience. The comfortable feel, also known as the feather touch, which glides across the paper as it bends, is a masterpiece that gives off the original feeling of the fountain pen.

Cap Details:

Decorative Ring: Serves to protect the clipless body from damage with "since 1911 engraved on the front

Cap Center Band: Then new logo is engraved on the circumference The new logo is based on the spirit of the company's early days, and reflects the Japanese sense of beauty through simplicity. The triple line symbolizes the trinity of Authenticity, Technology and Design.

Cap Decoration: Connecting to the future, the anchor, a symbol of trust and hope, has been and will continue to be a symbol of Sailor's reliable quality, containing the strength of their technical capabilities and a delicate, Japanese sense of beauty. On the Premium Model, the anchor appears to suspend and is meant to depict it shining in the sky.

Serial Number: Laser Engraved on the barrel ornament to signify the limited edition commemorative product. Premium Model is limited to 110 pens.

Sailor Blue Dawn Ink:

Designated as the corporate color of Sailor, it is reminiscent of the scenery observed by the founder, Kyugoro Sakata, in Kure, the place where the company was founded. "Dawn" refers to the time when new things begin and represents the hope for today that is reminiscent of the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea before dawn. This new ink color visualizes Sailor's vision.

Commemorative Box:

The fountain pen and ink are carefully protected in a solid, strong chestnut wood box made using woodworking techniques in Hida Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, a famous production area for woodworking products in Japan. Japanese chestnut wood, which has been a well-known material for the Japanese people since ancient times because of its hardness, moisture resistance, and durability. The production was supervised by Ayayuki Kosaka, second generation carver of Ichii itto Carvings, a traditional craft of Hida Takayma. For the Premium version, Kosaka has hand-carved the nagurime texture. Enjoy the warmth and beauty of the natural wood material and craftsman's hand work.

Pen Sheath:

The pen sheath is made of hemp cloth, which becomes softer and more comfortable to the pen as it is used, gaining an elegant luster and whiteness. The sheath not only protects the fountain pen, but also gives it a unique feel and texture for you to enjoy. The hemp cloth is a sustainable material that is strong, moisture-absorbent, and quick drying. It has been an essential part of Japanese life since ancient times, but later disappeared due to restrictions on cultivation and unsuitability for spinning This is a highly rare material that is almost impossible to find in circulation nowadays called, "the fabric that the Japanese have forgotten."