{"product_id":"never-inked-2002-pilot-red-gold-vanishing-point-14k-medium-nib-fountain-pen-new-in-box","title":"NEVER INKED 2002 PILOT RED \u0026 GOLD VANISHING POINT 14K MEDIUM NIB FOUNTAIN PEN NEW IN BOX","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, we are pleased to offer for sale this 2002 Pilot\/Namiki Capless \/ Vanishing Point Fountain Pen in Red with Gold trim and fitted with a 14K yellow gold Medium nib. This is a New Old Stock, Never Inked, Vanishing Point Fountain Pen in the original box with hang tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a retired Vanishing Point color combination, a configuration that has become increasingly desirable among collectors. The red body offers both visual depth with the rich gold plated trim. The pen presents beautifully, showing no chips, cracks, or repairs. The cap is imprinted with \"PILOT JAPAN\" on the backside of the cap.  The click-activated retractable mechanism functions exactly as intended, engaging and retracting the nib smoothly and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filling system accepts Pilot\/Namiki cartridges, and\/or an ink converter. I have included a new CON-40 converter for bottled ink use. The pen measures approximately 5 1\/2 inches in length with the nib retracted, maintaining the sleek, pocket-friendly profile for which the Vanishing Point is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is fitted with its original 14K solid yellow gold Medium nib. The nib has a date code 802, or August 2002. The tipping measures approximately 0.68mm or a medium point when measured with digital calipers. The pen is new old stock and never inked and wanted to preserve that for the next owner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanishing Points are widely regarded as future collectibles, combining innovative design with exceptional build quality. This example stands out for its condition, color, and wonderful 14K nib. Whether added to a focused Vanishing Point collection or placed into daily rotation, this is a fine and increasingly collectible writing instrument worthy of serious consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49129682764084,"sku":null,"price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/files\/2002PilotRedandGoldVanishingPointFountainPen1.jpg?v=1779034466","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/en-ca\/products\/never-inked-2002-pilot-red-gold-vanishing-point-14k-medium-nib-fountain-pen-new-in-box","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}