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Built on one of Pilot's most admired platforms, the Pilot Custom 743 Fountain Pen - Verdigris pairs a deep blue-green finish with the brand's large #15 14k gold nib. The result is a refined, full-size writer that blends everyday reliability with enthusiast-level nuance, offered in a versatile range of nib options including the expressive FA flex.
Craftsmanship & Design
The Verdigris resin presents a sophisticated teal tone that reads differently under changing light, set off by warm gold-colored accents and Pilot's crisp clip. Subtle contours through the cap and barrel create a comfortable, secure grip, while the screw-cap closure protects the nib and seals efficiently between sessions. Attention to fit and finish is evident throughout, from the precisely seated trim rings to the cleanly machined section threads that make routine maintenance straightforward.
Writing Experience
The hallmark of the Custom 743 is Pilot's #15 14k gold nib, tuned for smooth, controlled ink delivery. It offers a generous sweet spot with excellent feedback balance, making long-form notes and quick annotations equally satisfying. Choose from a wide spectrum of grinds: EF and F for crisp, tidy lines; M for balanced daily use; B and BB for bold, saturated strokes; and the FA flex nib for responsive line variation with a light touch. Paired with a cartridge/converter system, the 743 allows easy ink changes and fine control over flow characteristics, making it an adaptable tool for both work and journaling.
Brand Heritage
Pilot has refined gold nib manufacturing in Japan since 1918, and the Custom series embodies that legacy. The Custom 743 shares the same large nib architecture found on Pilot's flagship writers, while maintaining the practicality of a cartridge/converter filling system. For enthusiasts who value consistency, serviceability, and a broad nib selection in a classic silhouette, this model sits at a sweet spot in Pilot's lineup.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Pilot Custom 743 Fountain Pen - Verdigris
- Nib: #15 14k gold
- Available nib sizes: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, Double Broad, FA (flex)
- Body material: Resin
- Trim: Gold-colored metal accents
- Filling system: Pilot proprietary cartridge or converter
- Cap: Screw-cap
- Color: Verdigris (teal blue-green)
- Country of origin: Japan
Very fast and professional delivery. Haven’t had the pen long, but so far enjoying the writing experience. Pen is comfortable and smooth writer.
One of the only Pilot pens I have, the double broad nib is absolutely amazing. A truly beautiful pen, thanks to the great team at Truphae, always the best!
Just prior to the DC Pen Supershow, I saw that Truphae had some of this particular pen in stock, So I fired off an email to see if they would have them at the show, and they answered very quickly that yes they would. At the show one of my first stops was here, and indeed they had the exact pen I wanted! Perfect customer service. This was my third pen I had gotten from them, the others being Pilot 823's one with an FA nib and one with a SIG nib. All are perfect. Thank you Truphae!
