AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden leaning on an ink bottle uncapped showcasing the detailing on the nib.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden laying across its own cap, crossed, with a focus on the nib.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden laying on top of its cap in a crossed position showing full view of the entire uncapped pen.
A macro shot of the nib with its intricate detailing and logo engraving for the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden.
An overhead view of the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden uncapped.
A full view of the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden uncapped, with its cap laying next to the pen.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden capped, leaning against an ink bottle.
Zoomed-in view of the top of the cap with the finial on the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden leaning on an ink bottle uncapped showcasing the detailing on the nib.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden laying across its own cap, crossed, with a focus on the nib.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden laying on top of its cap in a crossed position showing full view of the entire uncapped pen.
A macro shot of the nib with its intricate detailing and logo engraving for the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden.
An overhead view of the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden uncapped.
A full view of the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden uncapped, with its cap laying next to the pen.
AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden capped, leaning against an ink bottle.
Zoomed-in view of the top of the cap with the finial on the AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden.
AP Limited Editions| SKU: AP-W-RAR-EF

AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden

$12,000.00
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U.S. Orders:

  • Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
  • Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.

International Orders:

  • Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
  • Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.

The AP Limited Editions Writer Maki-e Fountain Pen - Red and Raden pairs a saturated red urushi ground with luminous raden shell inlay, creating a field of subtle light that shifts as the pen moves. The clean Writer profile favors proportion and restraint, allowing the lacquer work to take center stage while offering a form made for extended writing. Each surface reveals the quiet precision of hand-applied layers and careful polishing, resulting in a piece that feels both artful and assured in the hand.

Craftsmanship & Design

Maki-e is the art of building depth with urushi lacquer and layered embellishment. On this Writer, the red lacquer is applied in successive coats, cured, and polished to a rich, even glow. Raden shell fragments are then individually set and sealed beneath clear urushi, their edges finished smooth so the fingertip perceives only a continuous, glasslike surface. The interplay between the calm red ground and the iridescent inlay creates a refined shimmer that reads as texture from afar and reveals intricate detail up close.

The Red and Raden palette nods to classic vermilion lacquer while feeling distinctly contemporary. With minimal external ornamentation, the form and finish do the speaking. The pen's silhouette remains purposeful and balanced, and the urushi acquires a gentle warmth with regular use, enhancing both tactility and visual depth over time.

Writing Experience

A 14k gold nib anchors the performance, offered in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, or Broad to suit everything from compact notes to generous signatures. The alloy's natural softness lends a light cushioning on the page, while the nib geometry targets smooth, consistent flow without sacrificing control. It is a pairing that rewards steady, everyday use as much as deliberate correspondence.

The cartridge or converter filling system offers practical flexibility for travel or a curated rotation of bottled inks. Combined with the pen's balanced feel and the naturally grippy satin of hand-polished urushi, the Writer encourages unhurried lines, clean starts, and a composed cadence across a wide range of papers.

Brand Heritage

AP Limited Editions is known for contemporary writing instruments realized through traditional lacquer arts. By focusing on urushi, maki-e, and raden techniques executed by specialist artisans, the brand bridges collector-grade craftsmanship with purposeful, daily-writer ergonomics. The Writer line distills that philosophy into a refined, quietly expressive tool built to accompany significant pages.

Technical Specifications

  • Nib: 14k gold
  • Nib sizes: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad
  • Filling system: Cartridge or converter
  • Finish: Red urushi lacquer with raden shell inlay
  • Technique: Maki-e lacquerwork with hand-set raden
  • Brand: AP Limited Editions

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