Not a pen you will likely see often here. This is Sailor's Susutake "smoked bamboo" fountain pen with their specialty Cross Emperor nib. This nib is simply wicked good. This is a big, clipless pen. The feel and the natural color and texture of bamboo is amazing in your hand. The pen is inked but is complete with box and papers etc. Cartridge/converter filler and will also include a box of Sailor cartridges. Pen is offered here for $1100 US and $1135 international. With weak dollar, this is a great deal for international buyers as well.









Kevin

Kevin

Kevin --

Let me begin by saying that I can't afford this pen but am always looking to learn something. Who knows? In a couple of years, I might buy one (though I'm not holding my breath).

I see the bar across the top of the nib and what appears to be a second split -- a horizontal split as well as the standard vertical one. I've seen this before but do not thoroughly understand the purpose and benefit of this design.

Is this the nib which writes something like a brush? How does the nib do this? Do you have an example you could show of what the nib is capable of doing?

David

Hello David,

here are two descriptions of the Sailor Cross Emperor nib:

http://www.nibs.com/SailorSpecialtyNibs.htm
http://www.stylophilesonline.com/archive/jan03/06lb.htm

I hope it helps you.

Regards,

Nelson

Thanks Nelso for answering the question. Sorry a long Easter Weekend.

Best,

Kevin

Thanks to Nelson for your response; and to Kevin for your follow up. The answer was most informative.

I'm sure there are others like me who don't know about these unique nibs and have learned something. We appreciate it.

David

Hi. Was wondering if this pen is still available?

The pen has been sold.

Best,

Kevin