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The Namiki Emperor Maki-e Fountain Pen - Goldfish pairs the brand's largest writing instrument with a tranquil, luminous water motif. In the expansive Emperor format, the movement of goldfish and ripples is rendered with striking depth, inviting the eye to linger before the pen ever meets paper. It is a work that rewards close study and repeated use, revealing the layered character of urushi lacquer and hand-applied maki-e under changing light.
At the heart of this Emperor lies an ebonite core enveloped in natural urushi, built up in multiple coats and hand-polished to a deep, mirror-like sheen. Over this lacquered canvas, Namiki artisans apply maki-e using precious metallic powders and pigments to articulate the Goldfish design with dimension and clarity. Subtle transitions of tone and the interplay between matte and gloss suggest water, motion, and the shimmer of scales, while the generous barrel provides the ideal scale for such painterly detail.
The Emperor silhouette is deliberately substantial, its flowing profile uninterrupted and serene in hand. Threading is precise and smooth for a confident cap closure, and the surface finish reflects the time-intensive process that has defined Namiki's atelier work for generations. Every element serves the artwork and the act of writing in equal measure.
The No. 50 18k gold nib is a hallmark of the Emperor series. Hand-polished and finely tuned, it offers a broad, stable sweet spot with a gentle, resilient give that glides across the page. An oversized ebonite feed delivers consistent flow for long sessions, preserving line integrity with a quiet, unforced smoothness characteristic of Namiki and Pilot's highest-grade nib tuning.
Filling is via a traditional Japanese eyedropper mechanism with a shut-off valve in the barrel. For storage and transport, close the valve to isolate the ink. For writing, a slight turn opens the channel, allowing the ample ink supply to feed the nib with calm reliability. The result is a serene, unhurried script that suits everything from daily journaling to carefully rendered correspondence.
Namiki, the artisanal arm of Pilot, has pursued urushi and maki-e on writing instruments since the 1920s, uniting time-honored lacquer craft with precision nibmaking. The Emperor format represents the apex of that philosophy: a large canvas for traditional Japanese decorative arts coupled with a flagship 18k nib and meticulous engineering. The Goldfish theme, with its quiet sense of movement and clarity, underscores the house's ability to translate living subjects into enduring lacquer work.
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Drop Shipping: In the event of errors in our on-hand inventory or to expedite delivery, some items may be drop shipped directly from our US distributors. This means that these items will be shipped directly from the distributor's warehouse to your designated shipping address.
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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.
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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.
Please note that shipping times may vary depending on the destination and other factors beyond our control. Customs duties, taxes, and any additional fees associated with international shipments are the responsibility of the customer.
Refunds: A full refund will be issued for returned items.
Condition of Return: To be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in its original condition, including all original boxes and packaging.
Restocking Fee: For used items or items missing their original packaging, a 20% restocking fee will be applied.
Refund Method: Refunds will be processed using the original form of payment.
Return Shipping: Customers are responsible for the shipping costs associated with the return, unless the return is due to a product defect or an error on our part.
Return Process: To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order details and the reason for return. Once the return is approved, you will receive further instructions on how to proceed.
Refund Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for the refund to be processed after we receive the returned item.
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