Esterbrook Estie Fountain Pen - King of the Night GT (Limited Edition)

Esterbrook Estie Fountain Pen – King of the Night GT (Limited Edition)

Some pens you buy because you need something to write with. The Esterbrook Estie King of the Night GT is not one of those. It is the kind of pen you pick up, turn slowly in the light, and then find a reason to write a letter you had been putting off. Swirls of deep red, black and soft ivory run through an acrylic resin body, finished with gold-plated trim, and the whole thing feels like it belongs on a writing desk that gets used every single day.

This is a limited edition Esterbrook fountain pen, which means once the production run is gone, it is gone. At Makoba we bring it to India in its original Esterbrook packaging with the international warranty card, so what reaches you is exactly what left Esterbrook.

A little about Esterbrook and the Estie

Esterbrook is one of the oldest names in American pen making. The company was founded by Richard Esterbrook in the 1850s in Camden, New Jersey, and for decades its steel nibs and fountain pens were among the most widely used in the United States. The brand was revived in recent years, and the modern line keeps that heritage alive with pens designed for people who actually write.

The Estie is the heart of the modern Esterbrook range. It takes the classic, cigar-like silhouette of a mid-century fountain pen and gives it bolder materials and a comfortable modern grip. The King of the Night edition is one of the Estie's limited releases, and it is easily one of the most striking colourways in the collection.

Key highlights

• Limited edition colourway: a rich swirl of red, black and ivory in acrylic resin, with gold-plated trim (GT).
• Six nib choices: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, Stub 1.1 and Fude, all in steel. Pick what suits your handwriting.
• Cartridge or converter: a converter is included in the box, so you can use bottled ink from day one, or switch to cartridges when you travel.
• Screw-on cap: a secure cap that stays put in a bag or shirt pocket.
• Balanced weight: 24g in total (16g barrel, 8g cap). Substantial without tiring your hand.
• Postable: write with the cap posted (170mm) if you like a longer pen, or unposted for better control.
• Made in the USA and supplied in original Esterbrook packaging with an international warranty card.

How it writes

The Estie is a comfortable pen for long sessions. At 150mm capped and 13.3mm across, it fills the hand nicely, and the smooth resin section gives you a relaxed grip rather than a pinched one. Because it is not overly heavy, it works just as well for a quick note at your desk as it does for three pages of journalling at night.

Nib choice is where you can really make this pen your own:

• Extra Fine and Fine suit small handwriting, notes in a planner, and thinner paper.
• Medium is the all-rounder, and a safe choice if this is your first good fountain pen.
• Broad lays down a wetter, bolder line that shows off ink colour and shading.
• Stub 1.1 gives a crisp thick-and-thin variation that adds character to everyday writing and signatures.
• Fude has an upturned tip. Write normally for a fine line, tilt the pen lower for a broad brush-like stroke. It is a favourite for calligraphy, sketching and Indian scripts.

Not sure which one to choose? Write to the Makoba team and tell us how you write, and we will help you pick.

Ink and filling

The pen takes cartridges or the included converter. The converter holds about 1.13ml of ink, and a cartridge holds about 1.67ml. Using a converter opens up the whole world of bottled ink, and with a body this dramatic, a deep red, burgundy or black ink feels like a natural match. You can browse our full range of fountain pens and inks at Makoba to build your set.

Specifications

Who is this pen for?

If you already own a few fountain pens, the King of the Night is a beautiful limited edition to add to the rotation, and the Stub or Fude nibs give you something genuinely different to write with. If you are buying your first premium fountain pen, the Estie is a forgiving, comfortable pen that will not intimidate you, and the Medium nib is a great place to start.

It also makes a memorable gift. A limited edition pen in its original box, for a graduation, a promotion, a wedding or a milestone birthday, is the kind of present people keep for years. Makoba also helps companies with corporate gifting if you are buying for a team or for clients.

Why buy from Makoba?

Makoba has been helping people in India find fine writing instruments since 2009. The company is named after our grandfather, and we still run it the way a family business should: with care, honesty and a lot of love for pens.

• Genuine products: every pen comes in its original brand packaging with the manufacturer's warranty card.
• Careful quality checks: every order goes through a strict QC check and is photographed at the time of packing, with plenty of foam and bubble wrap for safe delivery.
• Free shipping in India on orders above ₹1,500.
• One of the widest ranges in India: from Esterbrook, Montegrappa, Pelikan, Sailor and Visconti to Indian handmade pens, plus inks, refills and accessories. Explore more Esterbrook pens, the full Esterbrook Estie collection and our limited edition fountain pens.
• Real people to talk to: our team loves pens and will happily help you choose a nib, an ink or a gift.
• Trusted by pen lovers: more than a thousand customers have reviewed Makoba, and buyers of this pen have rated it 5 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Esterbrook Estie King of the Night a limited edition?
Yes. It is a limited edition Estie, so stock is limited and it may not be restocked once sold out.

Which nib should I choose?
For everyday writing, Medium is a safe choice. Choose Extra Fine or Fine for small handwriting, Broad for a bold, wet line, Stub 1.1 for line variation, and Fude for brush-like strokes and calligraphy.

Why is the Fude nib priced higher?
The Fude nib variant is priced separately from the other nib sizes because it is a speciality nib. The price for each nib is shown when you select it on this page.

Does it come with a converter?
Yes, a converter is included, so you can use bottled ink right away. The pen also accepts cartridges.

How much ink does it hold?
About 1.13ml with the converter and about 1.67ml with a cartridge.

Can I post the cap?
Yes. The pen is 150mm long capped and about 170mm with the cap posted on the back.

Is it a good first fountain pen?
Yes. The Estie is comfortable, well balanced and easy to use. If you are new to fountain pens, start with the Medium or Fine nib.

Is this an original Esterbrook pen with warranty?
Yes. Makoba supplies it in original Esterbrook packaging with the international warranty card, and warranty is as per Esterbrook USA's guidelines.

Do you deliver across India?
Yes, we ship across India, and shipping is free on orders above ₹1,500. We also ship internationally.

Looking for something similar? Browse our Esterbrook fountain pens, steel nib fountain pens and everyday fountain pens at Makoba.