Black Micarta: Exploring New Materials

Sailor

Sailor departs from conventional materials, turning to one rarely associated with fountain pens: Micarta. Originally developed for industrial insulation and later used for knife handles thanks to its low weight, durability and secure grip, the material now takes centre stage in the brand’s latest Black Micarta Fountain Pen.

Inspiration

Sailor saw Micarta as a great option: the material is highly resistant to wear, abrasion and humidity, plus it only gets better with time. According to the brand, the more the pen is used, the smoother the surface becomes, the black tone deepens, and a natural lustre begins to develop. And because each piece of Micarta has subtle differences in pattern and tone, no two pens are ever alike.

Design & Materials

The cap, barrel, grip section, cap top and barrel end are made from Canvas Micarta, a composite material made of cloth layers bonded with resin. Its layered structure gives it a slightly fibrous texture, along with a warm feel and secure grip. Its rich black colour comes naturally from the material rather than from a glossy resin surface. Micarta is also resistant to abrasion and moisture-induced warping, while small scratches remain less visible thanks to its densely layered construction. Gold-plated trim adds a touch of contrast to the dark body. 

Writing Experience

The fountain pen is fitted with Sailor’s iconic 21K gold nib, available in Fine, Medium, and Broad. As it glides across the paper, the nib delivers what Sailor describes as a characteristic “feather-touch” feel. Its proportions also enhance the writing experience: a length of 134 mm and a weight of 33.2 grams make it a well-balanced, comfortable companion in the hand.

Black Micarta Limited Edition Fountain Pen

Black Micarta Limited Edition Fountain Pen

CHF 1,230.00

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Nib Size: Fine

Fine Medium Broad

Pickup currently unavailable at Writing Culture | Boutique Zug

Black Micarta Limited Edition Fountain Pen

Fine

Writing Culture | Boutique Zug

Pickup currently unavailable

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About Sailor

Sailor Pen Company was founded in 1911 in Hiroshima by Kyugoro Sakata. The company began by producing gold-nib fountain pens and became “Sailor Pen Co., Ltd.” in 1917. In 1948, it launched Japan’s first ballpoint pen and, in 1954, introduced the country’s first ink cartridges. Sailor kept innovating with products like the mini clip-on pen (1963), the world’s first 21-karat gold-nib fountain pen (1969), and the Fude Pen (1972). In the late 1970s, Sailor regained popularity with the “Candy” and “Chalana” series. In 1981, it released the iconic 1911 model, symbolizing decades of craftsmanship and high-quality writing instruments.