PILOT NAMIKI PEN RADEN WATER SURFACE VANISHING POINT 18K MED NIB FOUNTAIN PEN

Description

For your consideration we are offering for sale this Pilot Namiki Capless / Vanishing Point Fountain Pen in Raden Water Surface with Rhodium Trim with 18K Rhodium Plated Medium NIB.
The Raden Vanishing Point is an exquisite example of Japanese Maki-e artistry, displaying the gorgeous beauty of the multi-colored abalone shells in a rich, hand rubbed lacquered urushi finish. Each piece of abalone shell is hand-cut and hand-laid into the fountain pen.
This Pilot Vanishing Point Fountain Pen is new, never inked, comes in the original inner and outer boxes with original foil tag, instructions, ink cartridge, ink converter. This fountain pen comes with a retractable rhodium-plated 18k gold Medium nib - just click to expose or retract the nib. A hidden trap door helps keep the nib from drying out when not in use. A Pilot CON-40 converter is included with this pen, as well as a Pilot ink cartridge.
This Pilot Namiki measures 5 1/2".
This has to be one of the gorgeous examples from Pilot that is very elegant. I would consider this Pilot Namiki to grade in Mint Condition, Never Inked, and New Condition. It is ready to write or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.
Please review all my images as they are part of the description. If you have any questions, please ask. I have other restored fountain pens for sale, if you have the time, please look through my listings. Always happy to consider your offers.
Please make sure to review my other listings as I have other vintage fountain pens for sale.
Please Read Carefully Before Bidding:
I strive to find unique and difficult to find pieces that I believe will capture the attention of collectors. I spend a great deal of time traveling, talking with people, sitting at auctions and waiting in line at estate sales to find these pieces. Some of the items are "farm fresh" and some I have had in my possession for years and time to let others enjoy. Please make sure this item is what you want before bidding. If you would like different pictures or have concerns about damage, on whether it is repainted or repaired ask before bidding. If I can find out, I will. These are antiques so expect them not to be "perfect".
Items:
I do not clean most items for fear of harm. I, unfortunately, am not an expert on anything, if you need any further info or pictures, please contact me before bidding. I will do my best to help you.
Shipping:
.90 Standard Shipping w/Insurance. If you want faster service, please contact me to receive a quote. I will certainly combine shipping if you want to purchase more than one of my item's. Please note that if you are purchasing any of my items and you are outside of the USA, all items are shipped via the Global Shipping Program. The Global Shipping Program adds import charges, 3rd party fees, and shipping that are more than my quoted shipping price for USA / Domestic shipments. The Global Shipping Program is currently the only accepted shipping service that I use for non-domestic shipments.
Payments Accepted:
PayPal (With verified address and account only)
Refunds:
Item must be returned within 30 days of receiving it and in the same condition as received. The item cost will be refunded. (Buyer pays all shipping and insurance). Item must be returned with Delivery Confirmation. Item must be returned to qualify for a refund. I do not give refunds for uninsured items if they get broke in shipping. ( I do pack carefully, I do not want them to arrive broken.) Some of my listings include insurance on shipping. Please make sure they do, if not please request it, if you would like it added.