Pilot
Custom 823
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Condition
Mint / New in Box
Estimated Value
$250 - $300 USD
Era
Modern Production
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Body Material
Resin
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Amber Transparent
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Classic Pilot ball-end clip
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Pristine, factory fresh
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
149mm capped, 127mm uncapped, 165mm posted
Weight Estimate
30 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Modern Production
Country of Origin
Japan
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Mint / New in Box
Filling System Condition
Factory new, fully functional vacuum mechanism
Estimated Value
$250 - $300 USD
Special Features
High-capacity vacuum filling system, semi-transparent amber demonstrator barrel allowing ink level viewing
Ink Recommendations
Pilot Iroshizuku Yu-yake or Yama-guri to match the amber aesthetic
Care Recommendations
Use fountain pen safe ink, flush with clean water when changing ink colors, do not overtighten the blind cap
Interesting Facts
The Custom 823 is widely regarded as one of the best writers and highest-capacity filling systems in modern fountain pen production
Overall Assessment
An iconic modern classic offering exceptional ink capacity, a wonderful springy 14k gold nib, and a reliable vacuum filling system