{"product_id":"platinum-black-resin-pocket-fountain-pen-18k-gold-fine-nib-copy","title":"PLATINUM Black Resin Pocket Fountain Pen 18K Gold Soft-Fine Nib","description":"\u003cp\u003ePocket pens are designed with portability in mind. While capped, a pocket pen will measure less than 125mm from end-to-end. However, when posted, it becomes a full sized fountain pen. Pocket pens were popular in the 60's \u0026amp; 70's but recently have been making a comeback. Being easy to slip in a pocket or purse make pocket pens ideal for travel and those who are always on the go.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1919, Platinum has been producing high quality fountain pens for over 100 years. In 1963, they released their first Pocket Fountain pen which they called the \"Poket\" series. Through the 60's, 70's, and 80's, Platinum produced these pocket pens out of various materials with different designs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatinum nibs are usually made out of 18K gold, but can sometimes be found with 14K, 22K, and even 23K gold in pens produced at the height of the karat wars. They are marked with Chinese symbols known as \"Kanji\" which indicate the nib size. By translating these symbols, we can properly determine the nib size of each pen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"極細\" XF\u003cbr\u003e\"細字\" F\u003cbr\u003e\"中字\" M\u003cbr\u003e\"太字\" B\u003cbr\u003e\"細軟\" SF \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis platinum pen is in (C) Fair condition. This pen does show a significant amount of cosmetic wear in the form of scratches and scuffs. Please see photos for reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\/Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platinum Pocket\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eYear of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown, 1960's-70's\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, Gold\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin Metal\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Gold Soft-Fine Nib\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFilling System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platinum Proprietary Cartridge (not included)\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Rank:\u003c\/strong\u003e (C) Fair Condition. Please See Photos and Condition Rank Guide.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Rank Guide:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eNOS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eNew Old Stock\u003c\/strong\u003e condition (NOS). Shows little to no signs of use apart from some minor handling wear.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eA+\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent\u003c\/strong\u003e condition. Micro-scratches can be seen on the barrel, cap, and\/or grip section. No noticeable scuffs, chips, or cracks.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good\u003c\/strong\u003e condition. Minor scratches and scuffs can be seen on the barrel, cap, and\/or grip section. No Chips or cracks.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eGood \u003c\/strong\u003econdition. Moderate scratches and scuffs can be seen on the barrel, cap, and\/or grip section. No Chips or cracks.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eFair\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003eUnrestored\u003c\/strong\u003e condition. Item is good cosmetic condition, but not functional as-is. Requires repair or to be used as parts. No returns on items labeled with this rank.\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eF\u003c\/strong\u003e: Item is in \u003cstrong\u003ePoor\u003c\/strong\u003e condition. Item is broken beyond reasonable repair and should only be purchased for parts. No returns on items labeled with this rank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GC Murphy Bicycle Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41854217781306,"sku":"R26071907111-2","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/9706\/6810\/files\/3C2A0701.jpg?v=1793032045","url":"https:\/\/gcmurphy.com\/products\/platinum-black-resin-pocket-fountain-pen-18k-gold-fine-nib-copy","provider":"G.C. Murphy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}