Quiet, deep and endlessly elegant, the Pilot Custom Urushi Ball Pen in Black wears a glossy coat of genuine urushi lacquer over an ebonite body. It is the ballpoint companion to one of Pilot's most admired fountain pens.
Key highlights
- Body: ebonite with urushi lacquer
- Colour: Black
- Trim: gold plated
- Mechanism: twist
- Series: Pilot Custom Urushi
- Made in: Japan
The beauty of black urushi
Black urushi, or kuro, is the most classic of all Japanese lacquer finishes. Built up in hand-applied layers over ebonite, it has a depth that paint cannot match, and over the years it softens into a gentle glow as it is handled.
Ebonite underneath
The Black Custom Urushi's body is turned from ebonite, a material that has been used for fine pens for over a century. It is light, warm in the hand and makes the perfect foundation for urushi lacquer.
Matching the Custom Urushi fountain pen
Collectors who own Pilot's Custom Urushi fountain pen often look for a companion for quick notes and signatures. The Black ballpoint shares its ebonite body, urushi finish and gold-plated details, with a simple twist to extend and retract the tip.
Frequently asked questions
Will the black urushi finish change over time?
Urushi gradually develops a softer, deeper lustre with handling, which many collectors treasure.
Is the Black Custom Urushi made in Japan?
Yes, it is made by Pilot in Japan.
Does it need a cap?
No. It is a capless twist-action ballpoint.
Pilot Custom Urushi Ball Pen Black: specifications
- Brand: Pilot (Japan)
- Collection: Custom Urushi
- Type: ballpoint pen
- Body: ebonite, urushi lacquer
- Colour: Black
- Trim: gold plated
- Mechanism: twist
- Origin: Japan
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