{"product_id":"pilot-custom-823-smoke-fountain-pen","title":"Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen - Smoke","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen in Smoke is a modern classic for writers who prize reliability, ink capacity, and an uncluttered, purposeful aesthetic. Its translucent smoke resin offers a clear view of the vacuum plunger mechanism, while warm gold accents and a 14k gold nib deliver the refined feel that has made this model a go-to for dedicated daily writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eShaped from durable, lightweight resin, the smoke-toned demonstrator body balances visual intrigue with everyday practicality. The integrated vacuum plunger fills quickly and cleanly from bottled ink, and the shutoff valve at the end of the barrel helps secure the reservoir for travel or storage. A wide cap band and functional clip ground the design in Pilot's restrained, tool-first language, with the clarity of the demonstrator format highlighting the pen's precise internal engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePilot's 14k gold nib is tuned for consistency and control, offering smoothness with a touch of tactile feedback that keeps handwriting crisp. Available in fine, medium, and broad, the line widths follow Pilot's characteristically precise Japanese sizing. Flow remains steady across longer sessions; for uninterrupted ink delivery, simply back off the blind cap slightly to open the shutoff valve during extended writing. Balanced in hand and comfortable posted or unposted, the Custom 823 is built for pages, not just signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBrand Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1918, Pilot has set a high standard for Japanese nib making and dependable everyday instruments. The Custom 823 reflects that lineage: purposeful design, intelligent filling technology, and a writing feel trusted by enthusiasts who value performance over ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen - Smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib: 14k gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib sizes: Fine, Medium, Broad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Translucent smoke resin demonstrator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim: Gold-plated accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling system: Vacuum plunger (bottled fountain pen ink only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutoff valve: Operated via the blind cap for ink flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap: Screw-cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Fine","offer_id":40461699711010,"sku":"60470","price":416.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":40461699743778,"sku":"60480","price":416.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad","offer_id":40461699776546,"sku":"60490","price":416.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Signature","offer_id":52061669785875,"sku":"20485","price":416.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/Pilot-Custom-823-Fountain-Pen-Smoke-uncapped-leaning.jpg?v=1769199687","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.mom\/products\/pilot-custom-823-smoke-fountain-pen","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}