Short + "Black" Fountain Pen 2025/09/10_10

The Short began when my vintage Waterman 52 1/2 fountain pen started leaking ink. I felt a sense of mission to create something that would retain its size while using a modern unit and be safe. I should have stopped there, but ever since making the Short, I couldn't resist the desire to add a point (accent) to the balance, so I drew up plans, created tools, equipment, and jigs to achieve this, and the Short+ was born. I've kept the name "Short" to avoid further derivative works.

The black parts are made of ebonite. Ebonite is a semi-natural resin invented by Goodyear in 1839, named for its appearance similar to ebony. It is not a plastic, but is classified as a "hard rubber" of natural rubber. Ebonite's soft texture is similar to human skin, not too cold, and feels comfortable in your fingers, with a warm feel. Carbon is mixed in to prevent discoloration.

The nib, which can be said to be the heart of a fountain pen, is made by JOWO.

(There may be limited-time sales due to upcoming events. Stock may still be available after the sale period, so please contact us if you are interested.)

<Specifications>

• Pen tip
  • German JOWO #5 F (fine point), M (medium point)
• Converter/cartridge type mechanism
  • Standard : Short converter & short cartridge 
• Length when stored: 110mm
• Writing length (butt post) 106mm (145mm)
• Cap thickness: 13.7 to 13 mm
• Cross section thickness 9.8 - 9.2mm
• Body thickness: 11.7 - 11.5mm
• Weight 12g (empty)
• Material: Japanese black ebonite,
• Accessories converter, box
• Delivery method: Courier

＜Shipping Schedule＞ Actual product will be shipped within 10 days

International shipping available