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Platinum Celluloid Fountain Pen

Ref: PTB-80000SR-55-F
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Authenticity
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Warranty
Official Platinum warranty
Shipping
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Returns
30 days from delivery

Overview

The Platinum Celluloid Karakusa fountain pen brings a scrolling arabesque to celluloid, with platinum powder worked into the design using Chinkin.

Made by hand in Japan, Karakusa takes its character from the arabesque decoration. Platinum is embedded in the celluloid using the Chinkin technique to form the scrolling pattern. Rhodium trim and a rhodium-plated 14k gold nib carry the silver tones through the design. The pen has a screw-on cap and accepts ink cartridges or a converter for bottled ink; a converter is included.

It measures 135 mm capped and 149 mm posted, with a barrel length of 127 mm and a barrel width of 12.9 mm.

At a glance
  • Celluloid body
  • Karakusa arabesque decoration in Chinkin with platinum powder
  • Rhodium-plated 14k gold nib
  • Rhodium trim
  • Converter included
  • Hand-made in Japan

Specs

Body
Finish Chinkin using platinum powder
Material Celluloid
Trim Rhodium
Nib
Material 14K Gold rhodium plated
Cap
Clasp Screw-on
Mechanism
System Cartridge / Converter
General
Country of manufacture Japan
Product
Brand Platinum
Collection Celluloid
Reference PTB-80000SR-55
Dimensions
Closed length 135 mm
Barrel length 127 mm
Posted length 149 mm
Barrel width 12.9 mm
Included items
Converter Included
Manufacture
Method Hand-made
Design
Motif Karakusa arabesque

Questions & Answers

How is the Karakusa decoration made?

The scrolling arabesque is formed by embedding platinum in the celluloid body using Chinkin. Rhodium trim and a rhodium-plated 14k gold nib complement the decoration.

Is a converter included?

Yes. A converter for bottled ink is included, and the pen also accepts ink cartridges.

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You have 30 days from delivery to return your order.

How returns work. Just let us know and we'll email you a prepaid DHL Express return label — you never have to arrange a shipment or pay anything up front. The return cost is deducted from your refund. If the piece arrived damaged or wasn't what you ordered, the return is on us.

Your refund options.

  • Credit (issued as a gift card) — processed almost immediately once your return reaches us
  • Refund to your original payment method — typically 5–10 working days, depending on your bank

To qualify for a full refund, the piece must:

  • Be unused and in perfect condition, with no signs of wear
  • Include its original packaging and outer box
  • Include all original documentation, accessories, and the warranty card
  • Not be engraved or personalised — custom pieces are made to order and can't be returned

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