Namiki 2003 Limited Editions - The Yukari Royale Collection

Pentrace presents the Namiki 2003 Limited Editions that were introduced at the recent Frankfurt Paperworld exhibit. These Limited Editions will be presented here exclusively on Pentrace over the next three weeks.

Namiki was the original name of Pilot Pen and its founder Ryosuke Namiki. Pilot's Namiki writing instruments are produced at the Hiratsuka factory in Central Japan.

For the Namiki Collections, skilled Japanese artisans use the finest materials to create a line of writing instruments that look beautiful and perform flawlessly. Maki-e lacquering, a centuries-old technique in which multi-layered patterns are drawn on the barrel and cap with urushi - sap from Japanese lacquer trees. The hand-painted designs richly interpret scenes of nature in precious metals and lavishly colored pigments.
Pens featuring Togidashi-Maki-e and Raden lacquering have 10 layers of lacquer.

Taka-Maki-e pens have 8 layers and those featuring Hira-Maki-e have 6 layers of applied lacquer.
Other products feature 18 karat gold, sterling silver, lacquer or celluloid finishes, executed in styles ranging from the enduring beauty of the Emperor Collection to the intricate designs of the Yukari Collection.
However, superior craftsmanship is just the beginning, for as beautiful as they are, these writing instruments are designed to be used. A precision nib and superior ink and lead delivery systems ensure an exceptionally smooth stroke and clean line.

A complete range of nib styles are available, however Namiki nibs are unique as to degrees of finish. Namiki nibs are one half increment finer than those made in Europe and the United States.

Namiki recommend that you try to use a leather case for carrying their Maki-e pens. This will protect the finish from scratches or nicks.

This week we feature The Yukari Royale Collection, which is new to the Namiki line and features 3 new attractive designs

Yukari Royale Collection
Elegantly and artistically crafted, the Yukari Royale Collection of fountain pens captures the beauty and essence of Japanese culture. The Court Carriage in Wisteria, Kingfisher and Fall Flowers designs are hand painted using both Togidashi and Taka-maki-e lacquering techniques. Available with a medium or broad, gold with rhodium accented nib and presented in a traditional wood gift box with bottled ink.

Court Carriage in Wisteria
Available with a Medium or Broad Nib

Kingfisher
Available with a Medium or Broad Nib

Fall Flowers
Available with a Medium or Broad Nib

Namiki Emperor, Yukari and Yukari Royale Collection writing instruments are unconditionally guaranteed against failures due to faulty materials or workmanship throughout their life with the original owner. The balance of Namiki and premium Pilot product collections are guaranteed against mechanical failure for a full 3 years from the date of purchase.

Distribution of these Limited Editions will be very limited however they will be available from Fountain Pen Hospital in NY.

To view all Namiki products visit their web site at http://www.namiki.com/