OHASIDO OHASHIDO Urushi XL 18K Gold Band FP 14K Custom Nib + BOX & LEATHER CASE

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OHASIDO OHASHIDO Urushi XL 18K Gold Band FP 14K Custom Nib + BOX & LEATHER CASE:
$629.00

OHASIDO OHASHIDO Extra Large 18K Band Urushi Ebonite FP 14K Custom Sailor Nib+ BOX & LEATHER CASE

This fountain pen for sale is a mint in box example of Ohasido\'s iconic torpedo style with a huge pure 18K ring. The box is signed by the late master artist Uehara Eiichii. It also comes with its own custom leather Ohasido stamped carrying case.

The pen was made between 2000-2010 by Mr. Eiichi. This pen with the additional extra large pure 18K ring topped the range for this model. Photo #3 is a 2004 article showing the Ohasido lineup with prices. This particular pen with the extra large 18K ring was a 230% premium over the standard model.

The nib on this pen was designed by famed Sailor nib master Nobuyoshi Nagahara.

Thepen is in mint, like new condition. The black urushi lacquer hasa stunning mirror gloss. The 18K gold trim and band and 14K nib are pristine. A fantastic show piece. The custom leather Ohasido carrying case is also in mint condition. It\'s a great compliment to the pen. The signed box, made of paulownia, is mint condition as well.

BACKGROUND ON MASTER UEHARA EIICHI AND OHASIDO (OHASHIDO):

The manufacturing standards Ohasido are fascinating. Mr. Uehara Eiichi believed in keeping the traditional manufacturing methods used by his father since 1912. All his pens were (and still are) hand turned on the company\'s original foot powered lathe and only used natural urushi collected in nature, believing it superior to farm harvested urushi used by most companies today. He also used pure gold for the trim, as on this pen. For the nib, Mr. Eiichi turned to Nobuyoshi Nagahara, the highest regarded nib master of the late 20th century, for the design. Sailor custom manufactured each nib.

Ohasido requirements for selling are just as unique. Their fountain pens can only be purchased in person, by appointment, from Ohasido\'s store in Sendai or at local pen shows in Japan where Ohasido makes pens on site. Each pen is specially made to the purchaser\'s hand size, writing angle and writing pressure, making every pen unique in terms of length, weight, balance and nib modification.

The popularity of Ohasido fountain pens are well deserved. From the craftsmanship to the materials used, you can\'t beat the design or writing experience. They are a joy to own. Theadditionalpure 18K gold band and custom leather carrying case only adds to the luxury experience. One of Mr. Uehara\'s best pens.

Buy it today. Quick turnaroundshipping so you can begin enjoying the pen right away.

As afellow avid collector of modern and vintage Japanese fountain pens, I takegreat care in inspecting and cleaning every pen I sell. This pen was carefullystored in a padded pen case prior to selling to ensure the highest condition.Thanks so much for your interest!

Pen Details:

- Handcrafted by late master artist Mr. Uehara Eiichi (Signed on the box).

- Nib designed by Sailor nib master Nobuyoshi Nagahara.

- Body: Black ebonite / hon-urushi lacquered finish

- Length: Appx. 5 1/4in (134mm) capped/ 4 11/16in (120mm) uncapped/6 1/8in (155mm) posted.

- Weight: Appx. 0.74oz(21g) capped/ 0.49oz (14g) uncapped

- Clip: \"J.S.U\" stamped on the clip (J.S.U. stands for Japan, Sendai, Uehara)

- Trim and Cap Band: 18K gold. One ring marked OHASIDO SINCE 1912 and the customlarge band (stamped K18) is addedon body for balance

- NIB: Sailor OEM 14K, Size S-F (.3mm). Marked \"Specialty OHASHIDO SINCE 1912 J.S.U. 14K\"

- Have not tested. Takes both standard Sailor converter and ink cartridge.

- Comes with the original box, Ohasido marked leather pen case and a message slip.

Final Sale. Free USPS Priority Shipping with Insurance within the US. Overseas shipping will be handled by the Global Shipping Service.

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