Quick look: sky blue resin · gold plated trim · twist-action ballpoint · 133mm · 29g · made in Japan.
In the Japanese folk tale Tsuru no Ongaeshi, a poor man frees a crane caught in a trap. Soon after, a mysterious young woman appears at his door and weaves cloth of astonishing beauty, asking only that he never watch her work. It's a story about kindness and gratitude, and it's the inspiration for the Sailor Shikiori Japanese Fairy Tale Grateful Crane ball pen.
Sky blue with gold
The soft sky blue resin brings to mind a crane in flight against an open sky, and the gold plated trim adds warmth and a sense of occasion. It's a calm, uplifting colour, lovely on a desk and easy to spot in a bag.
A heavier, steadier ball pen
With a total weight of 29g, this pen has a reassuring, planted feel that many writers prefer to lightweight pens. It's 133mm long and 12mm in diameter. The twist mechanism is smooth and quiet, and there's no cap to go missing.
The perfect thank-you gift
Given the story behind it, the Grateful Crane is a natural choice when you want to say thank you: to a teacher, a mentor, a doctor, a colleague who helped you out, or a friend who was there when it mattered. Sailor's own gift box and the international warranty card come with it.
The rest of the series
The Shikiori Japanese Fairy Tale collection also includes Vega, Princess Kaguya and the Dragon Palace, each with its own colour and story.
Grateful Crane ball pen: full specifications
- Brand: Sailor, Japan
- Series: Shikiori Japanese Fairy Tale
- Design: Grateful Crane
- Colour: sky blue
- Type: ball pen
- Mechanism: twist
- Body: resin
- Trim: gold plated
- Length: 133mm
- Diameter: 12mm
- Weight: 29g
- Made in: Japan
- Warranty: as per Sailor Japan international warranty guidelines
Why pen lovers choose Makoba
- Specialists since 2009: fine pens are all we sell
- Always genuine: original Sailor box and international warranty card
- Fast: same-day dispatch on most orders placed before 1 PM
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Why buy from Makoba?
- Advice from pen specialists: Our consultants help you compare models, writing formats and compatible essentials before you choose.
- QC before dispatch: Our dedicated team checks every pen received from the brand. Our dispatch team photographs it after QC and before sending your order.
- Protective packaging: Our packing team takes care with delicate pens and glass ink bottles for safe transit.
- Five retail stores: Visit us in Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Gurgaon or Bangalore, or shop online with genuine pricing.
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Wondering what is our return / refund policy?
We do accept returns and refunds. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Product has to be in an unused condition with all its tags, warranty certificates and user manuals (if any) in tact.
- Return request is raised within 3 days of receipt of product.
- Consumables like inks, refills and paper products cannot be returned or exchanged.
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Every order creates an adrenaline rush in our team so any order received before 1PM will usually be shipped on the same day itself. However, due to unforeseen circumstances if we are not able to get your ready, rest assured we will ship it the next day. For more information on shipping, check out our shipping policy section.
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Wondering the importance of pens in today's digital age?
Your great idea is just waiting to be put on paper. Put that piece of writing instrument into motion and see its magic.
- No digital form will give you as close a satisfaction that you get from writing.
- There's a reason why journaling, note-taking and writing down ideas is no more an outdated activity.