VINTAGE 1950's Platinum SUPER Long Body Metal Cap 18K Semi Flex Nib Fountain Pen
Welcome to a New Segment in Engeika:
Discovering the Hidden Treasure of Japan
Welcome to our collection, where we present rare Japanese fountain pens from the 1930s to the 1950s. These are brands that you may be unfamiliar with, as well as brands that have lost their history and legacy but are not forgotten. Explore the fascinating origins of each pen and indulge in the delightful writing experience offered by these Vintage Japanese Fountain Pens.
ORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC
BID WITH CONFIDENCE
Today we are here a vintage Japanese fountain pen: VINTAGE RARE Platinum Super Long Body Metal Cap
18K Semi Flex Nib Fountain Pen
BRAND NEW OLD STOCK
Our Vintage Antique Fountain Pen
Immersed in extraordinary materials and adorned with captivating designs, Japanese stationery truly embodies works of art. The moment a pen emerges from someone's pocket or pencil case, it commands attention and admiration, doesn't it? Today, I would like to introduce you to a rare Platinum Fountain Pen from the 1950s, a golden era for fountain pen manufacturing in Japan. This particular fountain pen has remained in stock for a significant period of time at its original factory and its available on our auction in a brand new old stock condition
use for an everyday writing instrument. smooth, compact & portable
*Specifications*
Brand: Platinum
Material: Metal Cap, Celluloid Body
Filling mechanism: Converter or Cartridge (Platinum Proprietary Converter & Cartridge)
Nib: 18K Semi-Flex Nib
Feed: Resin
Size: 133 mm (From the Cap)
Weight: 8 g
*Platinum Pocket Pen History*
Platinum Pen Company was founded in 1919 in Tokyo, Japan. Initially, the company manufactured gold nibs for fountain pens. In 1924, Platinum introduced its first self-produced fountain pen called the "Platinum Pen." This pen featured an iridium-tipped gold nib, which improved writing performance.
In the 1920s, Platinum began producing fountain pens under the brand name "Obunsha fountain pen." These pens featured semi-flex nibs, piston filler, and lever filler mechanisms. Due to the war effort, from the 1950s, Platinum utilized technology used for producing jet planes to create the first metal cap variant of their pens, which became an instant hit.
During the 1950s, Platinum also started producing early models of the Platinum Honest pen series. They later aunched the famous Honest 66 model, featuring a metal cap and a narrow design celluloid body. This particular model was created during that era. What's even more intriguing is that it still retains the distinctive no-engraving Platinum Nib, which can be seen in the 1960s Platinum Honest model.
Therefore, the Platinum Super Fountain Pen was an unreleased model that utilized nibs from the 1940s and incorporated the early design of the Honest nib. Remarkably, it remains in incredible condition because we were fortunate enough to obtain this undisclosed stock of Platinum from a Platinum Collector who possessed these unreleased pens in Brand New Old Stock condition.
*About the nib: 18K SEMI FLEX PLATINUM NIBS"
Platinum initially began as a company that produced 18K gold nibs for other fountain pen brands in the 1919s. In the 1920s, Platinum shifted its focus to developing its own fountain pen brand. They started manufacturing fountain pens with Semi-Flex nib variants under the brand name Obunsha, and this continued even after the war ended. The Platinum Semi-Flex nibs have always been known for their reliability and high quality.
This particular pen features a very rare nib because it does not bear the usual Platinum engraving on the top, which became more common from the 1960s onwards. Instead, this pen utilizes a nib from the 1940s era. Semi-Flex nibs gained popularity from the 1940s to the 1970s, as they allowed people to achieve line variations required for writing kanji characters. Users also enjoyed the ability to apply pressure while writing, creating different stroke thicknesses.
Overall, the Platinum Super Fountain Pen stands out with its unique nib, showcasing the craftsmanship and versatility of Platinum pens during the mid-20th century.
WRITING EXPERIENCE
Surprisingly, this brand new old stock Platinum Super Fountain Pen writes incredibly well. Since it has never been inked before our testing, the performance remains pristine. The nib flexes smoothly, providing a fine stroke rather than an extra fine one. When writing sideways, it doesn't scratch the paper but glides smoothly, offering a pleasant writing experience with minimal feedback. The semi-flex nature of the nib makes it perfect for writers who frequently work with Kanji or Chinese characters, as it allows for both broad and small strokes to be effortlessly achieved.
FILLING SYSTEM: PLATINUM CARTRIDGE
After introducing the Platinum Cartridge in 1956, Platinum designed this pen to be compatible with the modern Platinum cartridges available today, which can be easily purchased from local pen shops or online platforms like Amazon. However, it's important to note that the Platinum converter currently available was not manufactured in 1956. As a result, this pen can only utilize a Platinum cartridge. While it may physically fit a Platinum converter, the pen's body will not close properly because the converter is too large for this particular model. Therefore, it is recommended to use a Platinum cartridge for optimal functionality.
*Condition*
This pen is BRAND NEW OLD STOCK! Has been in the depository for more than 80 years but has been kept nicely until now! The pen has almost no scratches and only minor scratches on the clip and that is because it has been in the depository. The pen was not inked and we only dipped the nib in ink to test the nib's performance.
The nib has been tested to assess any scratchiness or ink leakage and we have found that the nib performs exceptionally well, with limited scratchiness (even though the pen's nib size is fine nib), and no leakage was found on the pen.
Click here to see more deals!!!
ENGEIKA
For the seeds you just plant, let's us join a hand to water it. As a plant grows with day-to-day care, at Engeika, your satisfaction grows with our lifelong experiences and the fullest attention.
Founded in 1987, Engeika has been known as a leading direct-to-customer e-commerce retailer specializing in writing instruments, watches, bags & cases and recently lighters. Our mission is to bring the most wonderful products with the best quality and design to our customers from all over the world.
Engeika means horticulturist in Japanese. A horticulturist is a person who uses scientific as well as artistic knowledge to give the best caring to every single plant in his/her garden. The development of plants is his/her joy. And, the name says it all. We, at Engeika, love and proud to take care of each of you, our dear customers, as your satisfaction is our happiness and motivation everyday.
In each product in our store, we would like to bring to YOU not only the BEST QUALITY or the MOST AMAZING DESIGN but also the INSPIRING STORY lying under each of them.
About Writing Instruments
Our story all starts with the love for fountain pens as well as all writing instruments. We used to be amatuer in this field but time after time, knowledge is gained and experiences evolve. We are now proud to bring you not only the best writing products but also the most useful advice so that you can have the most satisfactory writing afterwards. If you have any questions about writing, please ask us anytime, you will quickly find your answer with our help.
I love to receive messages from you!If you have any question or inquiry, please FEEL FREE to ask me!Please click here to contact me through EbayPlease feel free to write me in any language you like. I will try my best to understand your words and write to you in English or Japanese.
Please click here to contact us if you have any question.
Return Policy:
Return Eligibility:
Items must be in new condition and has not been used at all means.
Return Instructions:
Before returning any item, please contact in advance. We would like to hear the reason why you want to refund the item as we always want you to be happy with your purchase.
Refund:
Right after your item is delivered to our address, we will let you know and refund to your account as soon as possible.
Item Condition Grade for Engeika Vintage Fountain Pen: Please Check Our Vintage Fountain Pen Grade list and read the item's condition list to see the Pen's actual grade ratings
All our pens are original and authentic because they're sourced directly from the owners of fountain pen collectors, factory owners in the 40s who's sons/daughters have sold their grandparent's fountain pen old stock and hence cant be sourced online. But for an even more detailed description of our pens condition, we have provided a grade tier list to help you determine if this is the pen for you
S Tier - Almost like Brand New: This pen is in exceptional condition, almost as if it were brand new. There are no signs of rust on the clip, and the original filling system is still intact and does not require replacement. The cap and piston filler, if applicable, screw on and off smoothly without any difficulties. The nib color is vivid with limited to no scratches. Any hairline scratches are barely visible, and there are no cracks on the pen. The pen feels smooth, polished, and shiny.
A Tier - Excellent Condition: This pen is in excellent condition with only minor flaws. There may be small chips on the nib, but no rust is present. Hairline scratches may be visible on the body, cap, and nib. The nib color remains consistent, although small scratches may be seen upon close inspection. The pen can be easily screwed on and off, and the filling system works properly. The original filling system is intact with no cracks on the body of the pen. The pen still feels smooth, polished, and shiny.
B Tier - Good Condition: This pen is in good condition and is perfectly usable. It may have some rust on the clip and trim. The nib color may have changed due to weathering or ink stains. The filling system has been replaced with a new one, possibly because the original one had hardened over time and needed replacement. There are no cracks on the pen, but there may be hairline scratches present.
C Tier - Fair Condition: This pen is in fair condition and is functional, but it has noticeable scratches on the body and cap. The trim may be rusted or chipped. Although there are no cracks, the filling system also requires replacement. The nib color may have changed, or the nib itself may have been re-polished.
F Tier - Poor Condition: This pen is still writable, but it is cosmetically in a terrible state. A major refurbishment has been conducted to restore the pen to an acceptable condition, but in the process, many of its original characteristics have been lost.
Please note that this item condition grade is based on general standards and may vary depending on the specific criteria and expectations of different collectors or sellers.
* Regarding to the Ukraine shipment, please do not hesitate to contact us for further assistance.
- Shipping Address: Please ensure that you provide your shipping address accurately and in English. This will help us to process your order smoothly and ensure that it reaches the correct destination.
- Shipping Courier
By default, we use DHL Express International Shipping for our shipments. However, if you prefer to use JP Post as the shipping carrier, kindly contact us immediately before your parcel is dispatched. We will do our best to accommodate your request and make the necessary arrangements.
- Custom Tax:
We always try our best to help you with all the problems that you may have with custom in your country.
From the feedback from our worldwide customers, shipping with Registered Airmail service may have less chance of custom tax. If you have any questions or request, please feel free to let us know.
However, as each country's regulation differs, please keep in mind that we are not responsible for any custom tax or fee which might occur in your country.
- No Additional Fee:
In order to ship your order, we always pay 100% of the shipping fee to the transportation company.
In 99% cases, your order will reach your house while you DO NOT need to pay any extra fee. However, in some cases, after the item reach your country, your local post office may charge you a few bucks for the rest of the delivery. We would like to ask for your cooperation and understanding.
