Pilot
Capless / Vanishing Point (Early-Mid Generation Faceted/Stealth Style Variant)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter (Pilot proprietary system)
Condition
Excellent (Appearance shows clean finish and bright gold plating)
Estimated Value
$100.00 - $180.00 USD (Depending on specific nib karatage)
Era
Modern / Late 20th Century (pre-2000s faceted style)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter (Pilot proprietary system)
Body Material
Resin / Plastic with metal internal components
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Navy Blue / Dark Blue with Gold Trim
Cap Type
Capless (Retractable Click Mechanism)
Clip Design
Integrated straight clip positioned at the nib end
Barrel Shape
Tapered / Faceted
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K or 18K Gold (depending on specific year transition)
Nib Size
Medium (Estimated based on common export models)
Nib Type
Retractable Fountain Pen Nib
Nib Condition
Excellent (Assume retracted and protected)
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 140mm extended; 13mm diameter
Weight Estimate
25-30 grams; balanced slightly toward the front/nib
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern / Late 20th Century (pre-2000s faceted style)
Country of Origin
Japan
Rarity
Common to Uncommon (This specific faceted style is discontinued)
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Excellent (Appearance shows clean finish and bright gold plating)
Filling System Condition
Functional (Standard Pilot click mechanism)
Estimated Value
$100.00 - $180.00 USD (Depending on specific nib karatage)
Special Features
Retractable nib mechanism with internal trap-door seal
Ink Recommendations
Pilot Iroshizuku Asa-gao or Shin-kai
Care Recommendations
Avoid iron gall inks to prevent corrosion of the trap-door mechanism; clean internal housing regularly
Interesting Facts
The Capless was the world's first successful mass-produced retractable fountain pen, introduced in 1963.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential classic of Japanese engineering, combining the convenience of a ballpoint with the writing experience of a luxury gold-nibbed fountain pen.