Pilot
Custom 74
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter (compatible with CON-40 or CON-70)
Condition
Excellent; showing minimal signs of wear and clear resin clarity
Estimated Value
$100 - $160 USD
Era
Modern Production (Post-2010 for this specific colorway)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter (compatible with CON-40 or CON-70)
Body Material
Translucent Resin / Demonstrator
Trim Material
Rhodium-Plated
Color / Pattern
Bordeaux / Translucent Blue-Red Demonstrator
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Classic Pilot ball-ended clip with rhodium finish
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped / Torpedo
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold with Rhodium Plating
Nib Size
Fine (F)
Nib Type
Standard Modern
Nib Condition
Excellent; well-aligned tines and intact tipping material
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Capped: 143mm; Uncapped: 125mm; Posted: 160mm
Weight Estimate
22g (Total), 15g (Uncapped); well-balanced for long writing sessions
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern Production (Post-2010 for this specific colorway)
Country of Origin
Japan
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Excellent; showing minimal signs of wear and clear resin clarity
Filling System Condition
Functional; requires Pilot proprietary cartridges or converter
Estimated Value
$100 - $160 USD
Special Features
High-capacity CON-70 converter compatibility; demonstrator barrel for ink level monitoring
Ink Recommendations
Pilot Iroshizuku Yama-Budo or Shin-Kai
Care Recommendations
Rinse regularly; avoid alcohol-based cleaners on the resin body; store in a soft pouch
Interesting Facts
The Custom 74 is part of Pilot's 'Custom' series where the numbers represent the years since the company's founding (1918) at the time of the model's release (1992).
Overall Assessment
An iconic, reliable everyday carry fountain pen known for its smooth 14K gold nib and exceptional Japanese engineering.