Sailor King of Pens Iro-miyabi 2nd 'Kon-Ruri' Blue Fountain Pen

The significance of Lacquerware was recognized during the Nara and Heian periods, serving as a status symbol in aristocratic circles. Drawing from the beauty and depth of Japanese traditions, along with the inspiration derived from lacquerware, the pen barrel is elegantly coated in colored lacquer, aptly named the traditional "Iro-Miyabi" series.

KON-RURI:A navy blue with a noble lapis lazuli color was popular in the Edo period because it appeared to shine against dark blue.

"Kaga-Nuri"
Lacquering technique "Kaga-nuri" also called "Yamanaka-nuri" is a traditional craft which originated in Kaga City, Ishikawa.
In the Edo era, Kaga-nuri was used for tableware or furniture on which beautiful Urushi and Make-E designs were applied

"Miyabi-nuri"
A rich expression is creatred by taking lacquer on a silk cloth and stroking it.
The Pattern is expressed by using base color lacquer and special lacquer so that it does not stand out strongly and expresses a sense of fineness.
In addition, pure gold and silver powders are gently sprinkled on the surface of the lacquer.

Nib: 21K Gold with Gold, Rhodium plating, Bicolor
Type: Converter & Cartridge type
Material: Ebonite
Size: 020×153.5mm
Weight: 32.0g