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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 Pilot Vanishing Point Fountain Pen - Raden Galaxy pairs the effortless practicality of a retractable nib with the quiet drama of traditional Japanese lacquer work. Iridescent raden fragments shimmer across a deep black urushi surface, evoking a night sky in motion each time you press to write. It is a rare blend of artistry and everyday readiness, made with the precision and reliability that have made the Vanishing Point a favorite among enthusiasts.
Craftsmanship & Design
Raden is the centuries-old technique of inlaying abalone shell beneath layers of transparent lacquer. On the Raden Galaxy, fine shell pieces are individually set into black urushi, then sealed and polished to reveal shifting blues, violets, and greens. No two patterns are identical. The metal-bodied Vanishing Point provides reassuring heft, while the front-mounted clip helps guide a consistent grip and doubles as a discreet roll stop. Polished metal appointments frame the luminous surface without competing with it.
Writing Experience
At the core is Pilot's 18k gold nib, known for smoothness, dependable flow, and a refined touch on paper. The retractable mechanism engages with a crisp click, and an internal sealing shutter helps protect the nib from drying between notes. Nib units are easily swappable, allowing you to tailor line width to your preferences across extra fine, fine, medium, broad, or stub. The proprietary cartridge-converter system keeps ink changes straightforward, whether you prefer the convenience of cartridges or the range of bottled inks.
Heritage
Introduced in 1963 as the Capless, the Vanishing Point fundamentally rethought how a fountain pen could be used day to day. Pilot has paired that modern ingenuity with time-honored lacquer craft on special finishes like the Raden Galaxy. The result is a writing instrument that wears art lightly but convincingly, built in Japan by one of the world's most respected pen manufacturers.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Pilot Vanishing Point Raden Galaxy fountain pen
- Nib: 18k gold; available in EF, F, M, B, and Stub
- Mechanism: Push-button retractable with sealing shutter
- Body: Metal base with black urushi lacquer and raden abalone shell inlay
- Filling system: Pilot proprietary cartridge or converter (included)
- Clip: Fixed front-clip design for consistent grip indexing
- Origin: Japan
