SUPER RARE 1992 FLAT-TOP PILOT Custom 74 Black 14K Music Nib Fountain Pen

Description: ORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC MADE IN JAPANBID WITH CONFIDENCESUPER RARE LIKE-NEW FLAT TOP VINTAGE Pilot Custom 74 Black Long Body Fountain PenFitted with 14K-585 Gold Music Nib from 1992 *Specifications*Brand: PilotMaterial: Resin Filling mechanism: Converter or Cartridge (Pilot Proprietary Converter & Cartridge)Nib: 14K-585 Music (Code: B1192)Feed: PlasticSize: 137 mm (From the Cap) and 123 mm (From the Nib)Weight: 21 g *CUSTOM SERIES: 74*A series that aimed for a writing touch that was better suited to the Japanese, among whom the tendency to press down heavily on the paper had generally become the norm due to the widespread use of ballpoint pens. Prepared for soft writing based on a heavy-handed writing style, the CUSTOM74 Series achieved a smooth writing touch. There were eight types of nib at the time of its launch, to which three more were added six years later in 1998, plus three more for the current 11 types*THIS PEN, CUSTOM 74 FLAT TOP*Wasn't made for any commercial market, not even in their catalog. Pilot created the flat top Custom 74 as a gift exclusively for their executives and shareholders back in the day. Penwise, there is not much difference compared to the cylinder-shaped Custom 74, besides you're getting a pen that carries such a history. This pen's history is proved by its spectacular No.5 Music nib with the code B1192 (September 1992). Now, there were more modern flat-tops Custom 74 made by Pilot around the early 2008-2009 but those came with a Medium nib. Which made the 'shareholders only' Coarse and Music No.5 nibs even more iconic to this flat-top Custom 74. Such a gem! In the modern days, this similar body shape is continued by Pilot for their Custom Heritage models. *#5 PILOT 14K GOLD NIB WRITING EXPERIENCE*The Pilot Custom 74 Nib 14K gold is a great writing tool. The fine nib produces a clean and crisp line, perfect for everyday writing tasks, note-taking, and even drawing. The 14K gold nib provides a smooth writing experience, with just the right amount of feedback to ensure precision and control.(Has some bits of ink residue and due to its age, it's quite hard to get rid of completely. We did not want to use any excessive force to avoid scratching or damaging the nib)*Condition* Such a super rare pen, a Flat Top Custom 74 from 1992. The body we could say is in beautiful condition and does not have any flaws. Will come with a brand new Pilot CON-70 attached, we will ship with a new modern-day Pilot plastic box and papers. Besides the nib ink residue, this pen is in absolutely pristine condition and looks like it has never aged. Please excuse some shallow hairline scratches and other minor flaws that are barely visible to the eye which are inevitable for a pen at this age. (NOT THE SPECIAL EDITION RELEASE, THE MODERN PENS WOULD USUALLY HAVE SPECIAL EDITION ENGRAVED TRIM) SUPER RARE 1992 FLAT-TOP PILOT Custom 74 Black 14K Music Nib Fountain PenORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC MADE IN JAPANBID WITH CONFIDENCESUPER RARE LIKE-NEW FLAT TOP VINTAGE Pilot Custom 74 Black Long Body Fountain PenFitted with 14K-585 Gold Music Nib from 1992 *Specifications*Brand: PilotMaterial: Resin Filling mechanism: Converter or Cartridge (Pilot Proprietary Converter & Cartridge)Nib: 14K-585 Music (Code: B1192)Feed: PlasticSize: 137 mm (From the Cap) and 123 mm (From the Nib)Weight: 21 g *CUSTOM SERIES: 74*A series that aimed for a writing touch that was better suited to the Japanese, among whom the tendency to press down heavily on the paper had generally become the norm due to the widespread use of ballpoint pens. Prepared for soft writing based on a heavy-handed writing style, the CUSTOM74 Series achieved a smooth writing touch. There were eight types of nib at the time of its launch, to which three more were added six years later in 1998, plus three more for the current 11 types*THIS PEN, CUSTOM 74 FLAT TOP*Wasn't made for any commercial market, not even in their catalog. Pilot created the flat top Custom 74 as a gift exclusively for their executives and shareholders back in the day. Penwise, there is not much difference compared to the cylinder-shaped Custom 74, besides you're getting a pen that carries such a history. This pen's history is proved by its spectacular No.5 Music nib with the code B1192 (September 1992). Now, there were more modern flat-tops Custom 74 made by Pilot around the early 2008-2009 but those came with a Medium nib. Which made the 'shareholders only' Coarse and Music No.5 nibs even more iconic to this flat-top Custom 74. Such a gem! In the modern days, this similar body shape is continued by Pilot for their Custom Heritage models. *#5 PILOT 14K GOLD NIB WRITING EXPERIENCE*The Pilot Custom 74 Nib 14K gold is a great writing tool. The fine nib produces a clean and crisp line, perfect for everyday writing tasks, note-taking, and even drawing. The 14K gold nib provides a smooth writing experience, with just the right amount of feedback to ensure precision and control.(Has some bits of ink residue and due to its age, it's quite hard to get rid of completely. We did not want to use any excessive force to avoid scratching or damaging the nib)*Condition* Such a super rare pen, a Flat Top Custom 74 from 1992. The body we could say is in beautiful condition and does not have any flaws. Will come with a brand new Pilot CON-70 attached, we will ship with a new modern-day Pilot plastic box and papers. Besides the nib ink residue, this pen is in absolutely pristine condition and looks like it has never aged. 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Price: 350 USD

Location: Tokyo

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