Platinum Izumo Urushi Fountain Pen - Akatame Nib Size:Fine Framed by chrome-plated metal parts

Framed by chrome-plated metal parts

The pen's body features a Route 66 highway marker emblazoned in red and blue enamel

differently from the normal "snap" system it does not become loose with the time being

The barrel of this Ambition ballpoint pen is made of black resin engraved with a laborious guilloche pattern and polished to a high gloss

including but not limited to stub or italic grinds

Platinum Izumo Urushi Fountain Pen - Akatame Nib Size:Fine Framed by chrome-plated metal partsThe Platinum Izumo is an outstanding example of Japanese craftsmanship, and, as such, is recognized by Izumo City as one of the "Izumo brands". Each Izumo fountain pen is hand coated with multiple layers of urushi, then polished to a high shine. This Akatame edition features 40 layers of vermillion lacquer followed by 40 layers of black lacquer. As a living material, the urushi finish on the Izumo Akatame will become more beautiful with time and use.