The stunning craftsmanship and irresistible glitter effect on the Platinum Raden Izumo Galaxy fountain pen beautifully capture the stars in the night sky. The delightful two-tone 18kt gold nib is a perfect combination of technical genius and vintage design. The Raden Izumo fountain pen is set in a wooden gift box with a 30ml glass bottle of Platinum Blue-Black ink, a Platinum Blue-Black ink cartridge, a Platinum converter with gold trim, and a silver-gray pen pouch.

Izumo Raden "Galaxy"The "Izumo" brand of Platinum Pen is one of the ultimate versions of traditional Japanese techniques. The fountain pen "Galaxy" is the voluminous "Izumo" body that is generously sprinkled with Raden (mother-of-pearl). The universe is in your hand. First, the ebony body is shaped and carved. Urushi Nuri(Japanese lacquer) is applied, and finely crushed mother-of-pearl is placed for the reflection of light. After about 6 months of lacquering, drying, and polishing, the "Galaxy" where countless stars emerge from 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 of the nacre with an iridescent luster, is cut out in a plate shape. The technique of pasting 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 furnishing, accessories, and sword fittings since ancient times.

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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, Platinum Pen 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.

The origin of the name "Izumo" Japan has its pride in its four distinct seasons. All with an intent to live in harmony with nature while creating and developing a rich culture with the beliefs in the presence of gods in nature. Since the dawn of time, it has been believed that the gods reside in all things and that there is a common ground where the gods throughout Japan gather together once a year. This is "Izumo", a great influence over the structure of Japan and the heart of its people, thus contributing to the prosperity of the city.

Package Specifications :Gift Box: KIRI LN Izumo, Ink Bottle: Blue-black 30ml,
Cartridge ink: Blue-black, Converter : Converter-800A,
Pen pouch: Silver gray, Refill Cartridge: SPSQ-400 and SPN-100A