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Maki-e Sumi Decapod Gold Fountain Pen
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The Maki-e Sumi with gold trim and accents is a study in minimalism. The gentle matte black surface of Sumi-ko, black ink lacpuer, with one point 'gold' trim gives this Decapod its lustre. The Decapod name means ten feet or ten facets. The "Writer" model includes a clip. This model, the "Cigar" model,
designates without a clip. Shown here is the Cigar model. Nakaya creates this pen using the Sumiko technique. | ||
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The facets of this fountain pen follow
from end to end in a long smooth curve. It is a shape that can be described by
pure geometry except that it is subtly more complex. It is a shape satisfies the eye and is a delight to hold. | ||
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The ten sided shape has another function.
Because it is not round in cross section it is not likely to roll off of a desk.
The yellow pencil evolved from a cylinder shape to be a faceted for this same reason. The Decapod gives
facets an entire new meaning. At 5 7/8" capped and weighing 18.5 grams dry
this pen is beautifully balanced. | ||
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| A gold taka-makie has been done between the cap and the barrel | ||
Notice how the ends of this pen are beveled to finish the facets. Not only does this trim the cap and barrel end it provides a rounder edge, more likely to wear evenly. We
provide a Platinum converter used to fill this pen with ink in either the simple
form or the painted "goldfish" design for an additional $25. Each of these nibs is suitable for our customization to extra flexible. The medium and broad tip can be customized by us into cursive italic, stub or oblique points. |
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Super Extra
Fine, 0.18 to 0.24mm. Especially suited for fine numbers and characters, suitable
for bookkeeping. |
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For an additional $80.00 for the single tone and $125 for the two-tone we can provide the double slit music nib. It is much like a stub with a generous ink delivery. See the Nakaya nibs page for more details. | ||
The
heavy decorative rice paper, simple solid softwood shipping box and fabric pouch
make a lovely presentation for Nakaya Urushi pens. Sensible and elegant packaging
have been a hallmark of Nakaya. | ||
Our Price:
$1250.00 |
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