Pre-owned Pilot Custom Kyomon fountain pen inscribed with the Buddhist sutra (scripture). The scripture is the heart sutra. The Kyomon version of the Pilot Custom was launched in the early 1970s with production going into the early 1980s. There were four versions of the Heart Sutra fountain pen produced. Polished sterling silver body with engraved lettering, Sterling silver body with raised lettering, brass body with black laquer and brass body with red laquer. The laquer versions originally sold for more than the sterling silver versions (35,000 yen vs 25,000 yen). However, the engraved sterling silver model appears to be the least common today.
This version is the sterling silver body with raised lettering. Pen is New Old Stock. Comes with original Pilot converter and box. Pilot pens are fantastic writers. This is an uncommon variant of the Custom series.
- Manufacturer/Model: Pilot Custom Kyomon Heart Sutra
- Year of Manufacture: June 1977
- Color: Silver
- Material: Sterling Silver
- Nib: 18K White Gold, Fine
- Filling System: Pilot Cartridge/Converter (Converter Included)
- Condition Rank: (B) Very Condition. Please See Photos and Condition Rank Guide.
- Country of Manufacture: Japan
Condition Rank Guide:
-N: Item is in New Old Stock condition (NOS). Shows little to no signs of use apart from some minor handling wear.
-A: Item is in Excellent condition. Micro-scratches can be seen on the barrel, cap, and/or grip section. No noticeable scuffs, chips, or cracks.
-B: Item is in Very Good condition. Minor scratches and scuffs can be seen on the barrel, cap, and/or grip section. No Chips or cracks.
-C: Item is in Good condition. Moderate scratches and scuffs can be seen on the barrel, cap, and/or grip section. Minor hairline cracks not affecting functionality may be present. See photos.
-D: Item is in Fair condition. Heavy scratches and scuffs can be seen on the barrel, cap, and/or grip section. Cracks or chips that potentially affect functionality may be present. See Photos.
-F: Item is in Poor condition. Item is not functional. For parts or repair only.