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Description
German engineering with a jewel-like finish: the Diplomat Excellence A2 Fountain Pen in Violet Rain GT is built from metal, coated in layers of violet lacquer and finished with gold-plated details.
Key highlights
- Brand: Diplomat (Germany)
- Collection: Excellence A2
- Colour: Violet Rain
- Trim: gold
- Nib: stainless steel: EF, F, M or B
- Filling: cartridge or converter (included)
The Violet Rain finish
Violet Rain is a rich violet lacquer that seems to shimmer as the light moves, and the gold trim of the A2 Violet Rain FP adds warmth.
About the Excellence A2
Diplomat has made writing instruments since 1922, and the A2 Violet Rain FP belongs to its signature Excellence A2 line: a metal body under multi-layer lacquer, a sprung metal clip and a barrel band engraved 'Diplomat since 1922' and 'made in Germany'.
Writing with the A2 Violet Rain FP
The A2 Violet Rain FP has a polished stainless steel nib, offered in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium or Broad. The A2 Violet Rain FP takes standard international cartridges, and a converter is included for bottled ink.
A satisfying cap
Diplomat's closure system gives the cap of the A2 Violet Rain FP a soft sliding click, and the spring-loaded metal clip holds firmly in a pocket or folder. Capped, the A2 Violet Rain FP measures 139mm and it posts to 156mm.
Frequently asked questions
Is a converter included with the A2 Violet Rain FP?
Yes, the A2 Violet Rain FP comes with a converter and also takes standard international cartridges.
Which nibs are available for the A2 Violet Rain FP?
The A2 Violet Rain FP comes with an Extra Fine, Fine, Medium or Broad stainless steel nib.
Is the A2 Violet Rain FP a good gift?
Yes, its metal build and violet lacquer make the A2 Violet Rain FP a handsome gift for professionals.
Diplomat Excellence A2 Fountain Pen Violet Rain GT: specifications
- Brand: Diplomat
- Collection: Excellence A2
- Colour: Violet Rain
- Body: lacquered metal (brass)
- Trim: gold plated
- Nib: stainless steel
- Nib sizes: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad
- Filling: international cartridge / converter (included)
- Cap: snap-on, postable
- Length: 139mm capped, 156mm posted
- Weight: 46g (barrel 30g, cap 16g)
- Origin: Germany
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Technical Specification
Title
Diplomat Excellence A2 Fountain Pen - Violet Rain GT
Brand
Diplomat
Collection
Excellence A2
Product Origin
Germany
Product Type
Fountain Pen
Nib Material
Steel
Nib Size
Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad
Trim
Gold Plated
Colour
Violet
Cap & Barrel
Lacquered Brass
Cap Mechanism How to remove the cap of the pen when its closed.
Snap-cap
Ink Capacity - Cartridge
1.03ml
Ink Capacity - Converter
1.12ml
Ink Filling Mechanism
Cartridge / Convertor (included)
Diameter
12mm
Postable Can the cap be put on the back of the pen to make it longer.
Yes
Length When Closed
139mm
Length When Posted
156mm
Weight of Cap
16g
Weight of Barrel
30g
Total Weight The total weight of the pen including the cap and barrel. The pen is not filled with ink when measuring this.
46g
Warranty
As per International warranty guidelines provided by Diplomat Germany
Packaging
Original brand packaging with International warranty card
Customer Reviews
FAQ’s
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