3776 Century Kaga Maki-e Sakura Fountain Pen by Platinum – a floral model for a soft writing
In imperial Japan, objects made using the maki-e technique were highly prized by royal families and military leaders as they symbolised power above all. Nowadays, this lacquer technique is still used for precious objects, including some fountain pens. Platinum’s 3776 Century Kaga Sakura is an exceptional example.
While its brilliance immediately attracts our attention, it is the magnificent motifs on the barrel and cap that really catch our eye. These are the flowers of the beautiful Japanese Sakura cherry trees. In Japan, this flower symbolises the ephemeral nature of both beauty and life.
To create this masterpiece, the Japanese Master applies a layer of urushi lacquer to the fountain pen before drawing the patterns with ultra-fine brushes. He then sprinkles the designs delicately with gold powder before a second layer of lacquer is applied. This delicate work of meticulous precision requires uncommon patience and attention. As all the steps are manual and non-reproducible, each piece is of course a unique work.
The base of the fountain pen to which the lacquer has been applied is made of resin. All its trims are gold-plated. The thread of the section is made of metal. The model is equipped with the revolutionary and completely innovative “Slip & Seal” system, created in 2011 by Platinum: the inside of the cap is fitted with a spring linked to an internal plastic cap that provides a perfect airtight seal. This patented system prevents the ink from evaporating and the nib from drying out for up to two years without the fountain pen being used.
The nib:
The nib is made of 14 carat gold. Beautifully engraved, including an illustration of Mount Fuji, which 3776 refers to at its height, it is available in sizes F, M and B.
The 3776 Century Kaga Maki-e Sakura fountain pen by Platinum is supplied with its converter, whose metal part is gold-plated, and a cartridge. It will be delivered to you in a beautiful wooden box, set on a red velvet cloth.
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Features:
1. Fountain pen:
- base material: resin
- finish: urushi lacquer and maki-e
- colour: black
- trim material: gold-plated
- trim colour: yellow gold
- cap type: screw-cap
- postable cap: yes
- length, closed: 138 mm
- length, without cap: 118 mm
- length, cap posted: 155 mm
- body diameter: 13 mm
- weight, with cap: 23 g
- weight, without cap: 13 g
2. Nib:
- material: 14 carat gold
- colour: yellow gold
- available sizes: fine, medium, broad
3. Filling:
- filling mechanism: converter, cartridge
- compatible inks: bottle, Platinum cartridge
- included: converter, cartridge
4. Warranty: 2 years
If this product is not in stock, please contact us to find out the delivery time.
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Magnifique stylo-plume. C’est un véritable bonheur d’écrire avec.
C’est l’effet Platinum ;)
Merci infiniment pour votre commentaire dont le contenu nous comble de joie, chère Carmen !
Le stylo est ravissant et la plume merveilleuse !
Et nous en sommes ravis !
Merci, cher Thierry, d’avoir pris le temps de partager votre satisfaction avec nous :)
Superbe stylo, une merveille. Mon premier Platinum et premier Maki-e. Ça vaut le coup, surtout chez Nibs Plus Ultra. Merci
Un grand merci pour votre retour, chère Sophie ! Nous sommes très heureux que le Sakura vous plaise tant.
Ce stylo-plume est effectivement une petite merveille ;)
Encore plus beau dans la réalité. Une glisse extraordinaire, un design et une esthétique hors du commun. Une œuvre d’art que seuls les Japonais sont à même de réaliser.
Merci à vous, cher Christian ! Les Japonais ont en effet un talent inégalé à ce jour.
Nous sommes très heureux que le Century Sakura vous plaise tant :)
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Thanks a lot! We are delighted that you like the Kaga Sakura :)