3952 Old Goat - Kavalan Select Green Sandalwood Standard Titanium Tip Series Fountain Pen

KAVALAN: 3952 Old Goat – Named after the historical name of Yilan, Taiwan, this is an elegant model designed for everyday writing. The body is made of South American green sandalwood, known for its unique fragrance. Initially yellow-brown, it gradually deepens to green through exposure to air and sunlight. It features distinctive pores and natural grain patterns; high-quality pieces are selected for shipping (this is a natural wood model, perfect for those who appreciate the authentic character of wood). The pen is paired with a machined aluminum, classic grid-pattern, grey chrome-plated, airtight twist cap and accents. The nib uses a German BOCK #250 (#6) standard titanium nib, which is then manually adjusted and ground by Old Goat artisans into a calligraphy titanium tip. It is smooth and resilient, making it suitable for both Chinese characters and foreign languages, offering a top-tier writing experience that produces calligraphy-like strokes with variable line widths. This model is also available with a German BOCK #250 (#6) standard titanium EF straight nib, offering the flexibility and comfortable feedback of titanium for those who do not require a calligraphy nib. **Included accessories: German SCHMIDT K2 ink converter (ink not included) + a bonus handcrafted black genuine leather pen sleeve (style selected at random) + 3952 Old Goat premium pen box packaging.** Fountain pen dimensions: Total length approx. 150mm, pen body with grip section approx. 106mm, maximum diameter (excluding clip) approx. 16mm, total weight (excluding nib) approx. 44g. Hand-ground calligraphy nib tips: 1. For the calligraphy nib, it is recommended to dip-test first (do not remove the installed converter to prevent ink from flowing back into the barrel). Once you have adapted to the nib's characteristics, you may proceed to use the converter for ink filling. 2. The calligraphy nib is crafted by grinding an EF nib into a curved shape. Creating variable line widths depends not on pressing down, but on the angle at which you hold the pen, utilizing the curve of the nib's tip. A more upright angle reduces the contact area with the paper, resulting in finer lines. A more slanted angle or slight pressure increases the contact area, resulting in thicker lines. Mastering the width depends on practice (please note that there is a limit to the pressure a nib can withstand; do not over-press to avoid damage or misalignment. It is recommended to use a writing mat under your paper). To support environmental protection, we do not proactively provide paper bags. If you require one for gifting, please indicate this in the order notes. Thank you. Images are for reference only; the product is a single pen. Some photos may show slight color variations due to lighting angles; please refer to the actual product. Note: Wipe and maintain the inside of the barrel and cap regularly. Do not leave the pen with the nib facing downward for extended periods when not in use. Friendly Reminder: Avoid pressing the nib down or writing at an extreme angle to the left or right (for right-handers, it is recommended that the nib points toward the 10 or 11 o'clock position) to prevent accidental misalignment of the iridium tip, which may cause scratching or ink skipping. Clean the nib with water regularly to prevent ink clogging, which can affect writing quality.