Handmade / Artisan / Unbranded Kit Pen
Wood Burl Fountain Pen (Kit Pen)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Condition
Good condition, showing minor signs of handling on the wooden body and gold plating
Estimated Value
$30 - $60
Era
Modern Production
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Body Material
Wood Burl
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Natural Wood Burl with Black Resin and Gold Trim
Cap Type
Snap Cap
Clip Design
Classic teardrop-end gold-plated clip standard to many pen-turning kits
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with slight tapering
Nib Details
Nib Material
Gold-Plated Steel
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Appears intact with standard gold plating, minor ink residue present
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 138 mm capped, 125 mm uncapped, 14.5 mm diameter
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, balanced towards the center
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern Production
Country of Origin
Unknown (Handmade from global components)
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good condition, showing minor signs of handling on the wooden body and gold plating
Filling System Condition
Functional standard international cartridge or converter system
Estimated Value
$30 - $60
Special Features
Turned wood burl body, making each individual pen unique in grain pattern
Ink Recommendations
Standard water-based fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink Black
Care Recommendations
Avoid excessive moisture or soaking on the wooden barrel components; condition the wood occasionally with appropriate oils or waxes
Interesting Facts
This style of pen is commonly crafted by hobbyists using a lathe and commercially available pen hardware kits coupled with exotic or domestic wood blanks
Overall Assessment
An attractive, artisan-crafted wood burl fountain pen utilizing standard kit pen components, offering a unique tactile feel and natural aesthetic for casual writing