New Maki-e for the collection

[Bisquitlips]

The Japanese just know how to create fountain pens.

From their less expensive lines to their flaming expensive pens they seem to take great pride in their work. Take the Paulownia wood boxes that the more expensive pens come in. These appear to be hand made and when you open them to get to the pen, the top of the box is suctioned onto the bottom just by the precision fitting of the top and bottom. When you put the top back on the box, you can feel the air being pushed out of the box. Seriously nice work.

This year has been the year of the Japanese pen for me. The last 4 or 5 I have purchased were from Japanese companies. I have not been disappointed.

Even Cross fountain pens like the Peerless 125 has a nib branded as a Cross but made by Sailor. I acquired the Platinum and Gold plated model and I have to say that it is one of the finest writing experiences out of the box that I can ever remember. Very satisfying! And it sent me on a hunt for some Sailor pens.





Photos courtesy of Cross.