I have been an avid fan of Pilot fountain pens since I first wrote with the Pilot Metropolitan many a year ago. And I am now ecstatic to say that Dayspring Pens is now offering Pilot Fine Writing pens, personalized with custom engraving.
Some might be saying…who is Pilot Fine Writing? Is that the same as my trusty Pilot G2?
The answer is yes! And in this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about Pilot Pen and which custom engraved Pilot fountain pen you can now find at Dayspring Pens.
Pilot Fountain Pens
Originally founded as Namiki Manufacturing, Pilot Pen began with the mission to create an entirely Japanese fountain pen.
Starting with precision internal mechanisms and beautiful hand lacquered maki-e exteriors, Pilot Pens quickly became the brand for luxury fine writing fountain pens.
Namiki Pens: Namiki still creates handmade, one-of-a-kind maki-e fountain pens.
What is so incredible about Pilot Pens is that they not only continued to make high quality fountain pens, they also became synonymous with excellent writing from any style of writing instruments from the number one selling rollerball, the G2 to the ergonomic Dr. Grip Ballpoint.
Despite the dominance of their value lines, Pilot has continued to innovate and perfect the fountain pen. In fact, their fountain pen nibs are still considered to be the best fountain pen nib you can get without getting a nib personally ground by a nibmaster.
And each fountain pen has a unique nib design specific to the needs and purpose of the pen, making each pen a completely different writing experience.
That said, each writing experience is honestly excellent not just at the high level luxury tier like with Pilot Custom series, a pen known as a favorite daily go-to by authors and physicists alike, but also at the entry level tiers like the Pilot Metropolitan or the Pilot Kakuno, considered to be two of the best beginner fountain pens on the market.
There really isn’t another fountain pen company quite like Pilot Pen.
So what Pilot fountain pens can you find at Dayspring Pens?
Pilot Fountain Pen at Dayspring Pens
I am thrilled to say that Dayspring Pens will now offer five different collections from Pilot Fine Writing, all available with custom engraving.
Pilot Metropolitan
Pilot Vanishing Point
Pilot Decimo
Pilot Grance
Pilot E95s
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Each of these pens will come ready to write with an ink converter and ink cartridge for the fountain pens and black ink inside the ballpoint and rollerballs, all in a Pilot gift box.
Let’s take a look at each of these pens.
Pilot Metropolitan
As I mentioned before, the Pilot Metropolitan is the beginner’s fountain pen.
Why is it such a good way to break into the fountain pen world?
It's unbelievably usable, durable, and well designed all under the $30 price point.
The stainless steel nib offers the trademark Pilot springiness that gives just a little line adaptation without being super flexible (a feature known to fountain pens, but off-putting for beginners).
The lacquer grip is comfortably sized. The ink is wet and flows easily. The barrel is balanced and weighted.
All these things are very important because they mean gravity and the movement of your hand do the actual writing for you, not pushing down on the tip to press ink out of the pen (here’s looking at you ballpoints).
I have been using fountain pens for over a decade now, meaning I’m not quite the beginner I once was. And I am very happy with some of the high end pens I use…that being said, do you know what pen I keep on my desk ready to jot quick notes with at all times…it's the Pilot Metropolitan.
Whether you are an old fountain pen enthusiast with your favorite bottled inks lined out for display or a novice curious to give a fountain pen a try without committing to a major price tag, the Pilot Metropolitan reigns.
And if you are looking to give a fountain pen as a gift, but you don’t know too much about them/you want a budget-friendly gift pen…choose a Metropolitan.
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And if you just want to add a new pen to your collection and you don’t have one…choose a Metropolitan…look at how nice it looks engraved…
Oh, and you can also get it as a rollerball or a ballpoint pen so that’s pretty cool.
Gold Fountain Pen
Silver Dot Fountain Pen
Silver Dot Rollerball Pen
Silver Dot Ballpoint Pen
Black Fountain Pen
Black Rollerball Pen
Black Ballpoint Pen
Pilot Vanishing Point
Next up, we have the personalized Pilot Vanishing Point.
This is the “Capless” fountain pen that took the world by storm in the 1960s.
That’s right. It is a fountain pen that retracts. It’s hard to get much cooler than that.
Now, there is a good change you have heard of the Vanishing Point before because it is such an excellent fountain pen that it tops a lot of lists for best fountain pens.
What you need to know about this pen at Dayspring Pens is that it is custom engraved, medium point nib, and available in the following finishes:
Black with Gold Trim
Black with Rhodium Trim
Blue with Gold Trim
Blue with Rhodium Trim
White with Black Trim
Each nib is 18k gold, even if it is ionized to appear black or rhodium-plated to look silver (talk about a real cool kid move covering 18k gold for aesthetics).
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The Vanishing Point is a large barrel pen so keep that in mind when shopping and, since the clip is in the grip section, it can take a little getting used to holding/writing with the pen, but once you get the hang of it, I promise it will not disappoint.
This is a professional’s pen that doesn’t have to make a big, flashy statement, perfect for a boardroom and an office setting where quality and precision matter more than grandstanding.
Pilot Decimo
If you are concerned that the large barrel of the Vanishing Point may be a little bit too much, Pilot has also created a lovely slim version of the “capless” pen with the Pilot Decimo.
The same soft nib, 18k gold flexibility and line variation, the same medium nib size, the same delightful click-action, it’s all here in the Decimo.
The barrel sizes down by about 30% so a much more medium barrel pen. I actually prefer the Decimo.
Available in Black with Rhodium Trim and Pearlescent White with Rhodium Trim, the Decimo and the Vanishing Point are like the quintessential his/her gift pen duo.
And I find there is something about the more slender design of the Decimo that feels more sophisticated and balanced.
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Pilot Grance
The most premium Pilot Pen addition to the Dayspring Pens selection, the Pilot Grance epitomizes that unparalleled tradition in pen design paired with finesse in writing quality.
It is a classically influenced pen that delivers the style and elegance of professionalism while showing off what a Japanese fountain pen can really do.
The details are everything with this pen, from the gold and black lacquer bandings to the clean balance to the easy 14k gold nib.
Choose between a Pearlescent White Lacquer finish or a Black Lacquer finish, both custom engraved with your personalized message or corporate logo.
Some pens speak for themselves, so try a Grance to hear what it has to say.
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Pilot E95s
In my personal opinion, I saved the best for last with the Pilot E95s.
I mean, it's all the precision, innovation, and finesse of Pilot Pen in a pocket pen…a beautiful, vintage-inspired, pocket pen.
I drooled over the E95s (specifically the burgundy finish) for years, putting it perpetually on my Christmas/birthday list, and when I finally tried one it was as lovely as I had always dreamed.
First, there is the beautiful design. It feels like I found a piece of history, not that I bought a brand new pen.
Next, there is the nib. It’s springs, its 14k gold, it’s inlaid into the barrel of the pen, and it creates an adaptive writing line that made me ask people for things to write to use it more.
Last, there is the enclosure mechanism. Why am I talking about an enclosure mechanism? Because it is delightful.
The pressure cap slow-closes down into place like your testing drawers at Ikea. It’s a dream.
I love this pen dearly, but I should say it is a pocket pen, meaning that it collapses into a small portable pen. Without the cap posted on the back on the E95s it is tiny, too tiny to comfortably hold.
But post the cap and you will find yourself with a full-sized, light-weight fountain pen.
Engraved cross the cap, the E95s is available at Dayspring Pens in:
Black Lacquer Gold Trim
Burgundy with an Ivory Cap and Gold Trim
Are Japanese Fountain Pens Better?
After all my ranting about Pilot Fine Writing, some may ask are Japanese Fountain Pens Better?
Personally, I would say yes on a whole.
That quality of Japanese fountain pens for writing experience, usability, and longevity is a cut above, especially with Pilot Pens.
Are there Japanese fountain pens I do not enjoy?
Yes. I don’t particularly like using Sailor Pens as I find their nibs stiffer than my preference and am picky about my resin-based pen barrels.
Are there non-Japanese fountain pens I do enjoy?
You bet your boots. Don’t get me started on the Franklin-Christoph Marietta. It’s my baby, and I love it. (Also, shoutout to the TWSBI Eco. I see you, and I love you).
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But, what I always go back to with Japanese Fountain Pens and why I think they are so exceptional, is that they master every level of the fountain pen experience and deliver precision excellence.
Whether you are looking for something cheap and easy or an heirloom to pass onto your grandchildren, there is a Japanese fountain pen (and honestly, a Pilot Pen) out there for you.
Conclusion
Buy a Pilot Fountain Pen. And get one from Dayspring Pens so you can get it custom engraved, completely unique and personal to you.
You will not find a better personalized fountain pen or a better gift pen. They really are just that good.
To read more about what pens I love and for help finding the perfect gift pen for you, check out some of my other articles:
What are the Best Fountain Pen Brands
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Pen
The History of the Ballpoint Pen
And feel free to leave a comment below about your favorite Pilot Pen!
Sam Di Nardo is an author for Dayspring Pens, where she has honed her expertise in ballpoint, rollerball, gel and fountain pens since joining the team in 2018.
From her initial role as an Engraver to becoming the Production Manager, Sam's journey has been marked by her passion for the history, manufacturing, and the unique value of gifted writing instruments.
A graduate of Regent University with a degree in English Literature and a special interest in Old Norse literature, dive deeper into Sam's world and discover why she's your trusted guide in the realm of gift pens.
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