Indian Old Mountain Sandalwood Pen [Standard Fountain Pen]

Write a card with this pen to convey a warm greeting. This fountain pen is made from natural, precious Indian Sandalwood. It's a collectible item, a must-have for stationery enthusiasts, and suitable for personal use or as a gift. The more you use it, the smoother the surface of the pen body will become, and its color will deepen to a more beautiful coffee hue! **Material: Indian Sandalwood** **Dimensions: Length 13.3 cm, Width (Diameter) 1 cm** **Nib Size:** F **Notes:** Comes in simple packaging without a pen box. For exquisite leather pen box packaging, please follow this link: https://www.pinkoi.com/product/1VhpOgG6 **Included Ink Cartridges:** 1 box of ink cartridges (containing 5 small ink cartridges in black and blue). Please specify your desired color when ordering; otherwise, a random color will be shipped. *Optional Purchase: Cartridge ink refills are available at stationery stores. A box of 5 costs NT$20, but ink can dry out if stored for too long, so it's recommended to purchase as needed.* *Brand: Julun Cartridge Ink Refills PS-25. Each box contains 5 cartridge ink refills (available in black and blue). If you need this, please message us to create a separate listing.* **Shipping Note:** International buyers, please inquire about exact shipping costs before purchasing. Receipt Provided: We are a store that does not use unified invoices, so we only provide receipts. If you are gifting directly to a friend and do not wish to include a receipt, please indicate this in your order notes. **Note:** We apologize, but we do not offer engraving services. **Care and Use:** **Inserting the Ink Cartridge:** Insert the cartridge with the recessed end facing the nib. A slight push is required to puncture the plastic. **Before Writing:** New fountain pens may have a slow ink flow, leading to intermittent or no ink. Cap the pen and place it nib-down for a while to allow the nib to absorb ink. Wrap the nib with a tissue or paper towel, give it a few gentle shakes (avoid vigorous shaking to prevent ink splattering), and then draw long curves on paper to ensure normal ink flow before writing. **Fountain Pen Maintenance:** If a fountain pen is not used for an extended period, dried ink can prevent normal writing. Remove the nib, place the pen body separately, and prepare a cup of warm water (not boiling, but noticeably warm). Insert the nib into the water and let it sit for a while. The ink should flow out. Repeat this process a few times, and it will be ready for use. **Wood Part Maintenance:** Natural wood is sensitive to water and moisture. When not in use, store it in a box or a dry place. If it accidentally gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth and let it air dry in a ventilated area before storing. After a period of use, gently brush the surface with a clean, soft-bristled toothbrush; this will help revive the fragrance. **Sandalwood Facts** Natural sandalwood is found in only three countries: India, Fiji, and Australia. In India, it is considered a national treasure. Primarily grown in the Mysore mountain region at altitudes above 3,000 feet, these trees require several hundred years to mature before harvesting. They emit a permanent, naturally elegant fragrance and are believed to ward off evil. Sandalwood is also a precious material for carving Buddhist statues and a key ingredient in incense. Indian old mountain sandalwood is the supreme variety, with a milder, less pungent aroma, unlike the more pungent aroma of Australian new mountain sandalwood. I have not personally encountered Fijian sandalwood, so I cannot comment on its scent. You can find more information and identification methods by searching for "sandalwood" on Baidu Baike. Origin/Manufacturing Method Wood Origin: India / Designed and Manufactured: Taiwan