*Nib holder only — nib sold separately*
A nib holder machined from solid aluminium. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice.
Lightweight aluminium offers hours of writing comfort. Each holder is carefully hand finished, giving the metal a touch of softness and subtle detailing that can only be achieved by hand.
In today’s world there are fewer and fewer opportunities to write by hand. Focusing on the simplicity of the dip pen, we developed a range of interchangeable nibs and nib holders. Versatile and designed for long-lasting ownership, they represent a new kind of writing tool for our era.
*Nib holder only — nib sold separately*
A nib holder machined from solid aluminium. Designed to universal specifications to fit a standard nib of your choice.
Lightweight aluminium offers hours of writing comfort. Each holder is carefully hand finished, giving the metal a touch of softness and subtle detailing that can only be achieved by hand.
In today’s world there are fewer and fewer opportunities to write by hand. Focusing on the simplicity of the dip pen, we developed a range of interchangeable nibs and nib holders. Versatile and designed for long-lasting ownership, they represent a new kind of writing tool for our era.
Specifications:
- Dimensions: H178 x Ø11mm
- Weight: 34g
- Material: Aluminium (stem), plastic (nib mount)
- Design: Makoto Koizumi
- Manufacturer: Mitsumi Factory Limited (nib holder), Tachikawa Pin (nib mount)
- Made in Japan
Use and care
- Due to the nature of the material and treatment, grain and colour will vary between pieces.
- If marked with ink, wipe clean with a soft, clean cloth.
- When removing the nib from the nib holder, gently pull it out while turning to avoid dislodging the nib mount.
- After rinsing, shake well in a downward motion to remove any water or ink from the nib mount before inserting a nib.
Located in downtown Tokyo, Japan, Kakimori boasts a deep connection with its neighborhood and customers. They value the importance of storytelling and the joy associated with handcrafted goods and handwriting. They emphasize a state of coexistence with the four major elements — air, water, earth, and soil — and employ these ideals in each of their products. Their flagship store is well known and loved for their custom fountain pen ink and custom notebook services, which lets customers mix and assemble their own unique tools for writing.