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Description
Izumo Raden “Galaxy” by Platinum:
The“Izumo” collection of Platinum Pen is one of the ultimate versions of traditional Japanese techniques. The fountain pen “Galaxy” is the voluminous “Izumo” body generously sprinkled with Raden (mother-of-pearl).
With the universe in your hand. Sharpen the carved ebonite body apply. Urushi Nuri (Japanese lacquer) and finely crush mother-of-pearls placed for the reflection of light. After about 6 months of lacquering, drying, and polishing, the “Galaxy” where countless stars emerge in jet black is born.
What is Raden?
A decorative technique commonly used for traditional crafts such as lacquerware. The inside of the shell, the part with an iridescent luster, is cut out in a plate shape.
The technique of pasting Raden on Urushi lacquer or wood, fitting it on the curved surface, and the crafts made using this Maki-e technique. This technique has been widely used for furnishings, accessories, and sword fittings since ancient times.
The Platinum Izumo Galaxy Fountain pen is available in 18KT Gold Nib in F / M / B / C widths,
Specifications
Size 153mm (full length) x 13.8mm (max. diameter); weight : 34.4g
Material Barrel, cap : Raden on ebonite
Clip: Gold plated on beryllium copper
Grip: AS resin
Gift Box: KIRI LN Izumo
Bottle ink: One blue-black bottle ink 30ml
Converter : Converter-800A
Pen pouch: Silver gray
This pen nib has an exquisite, delicate feel and a responsive touch, ensuring beautiful handwriting regardless of the pressure applied while writing. After nearly a century of experience producing high-end writing instruments, we created the nib designed with a slightly harder and moderate resistance, this nib is suited to heavy-handed writers, as well as those with a delicate touch.
Technical Specification
Title
Platinum Izumo Raden Fountain Pen - Galaxy (Special Edition)
Brand
Platinum
Collection
Izumo Raden
Product Origin
Japan
Product Type
Fountain Pen
Nib Material
18K Gold
Nib Size
Medium, Broad, Coarse
Trim
Gold Plated
Colour
Black
Cap & Barrel
Ebonite with Urushi Lacquer & Raden
Cap Mechanism How to remove the cap of the pen when its closed.
Screw-cap
Ink Capacity - Cartridge
1.23ml
Ink Capacity - Converter
0.78ml
Ink Filling Mechanism
Cartridge / Convertor (included)
Diameter
16mm
Postable Can the cap be put on the back of the pen to make it longer.
No
Length When Closed
155mm
Weight of Cap
15g
Weight of Barrel
20g
Total Weight The total weight of the pen including the cap and barrel. The pen is not filled with ink when measuring this.
35g
Warranty
As per International warranty guidelines provided by Platinum Japan
Packaging
Original brand packaging with International warranty card
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- Product has to be in an unused condition with all its tags, warranty certificates and user manuals (if any) in tact.
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- Consumables like inks, refills and paper products cannot be returned or exchanged.
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