Pilot Custom Grandee fountain pen, made of brack resin. The Custom Grandee is already a discontinued model. It features a simple, classic appearance and an excellent writing experience. The barrel is stamped “SW 08,” a Pilot date code indicating that it was manufactured at the Tokyo factory on November 8, 1978. The nib is stamped “H379,” indicating production at the Hiratsuka factory in March 1979. Together, these markings date the pen to around 1979. 14k gold nib, F nib. Trims color: Gold Filling mechanism: cartridges or CON-40 ( CON-70N cannot be used. ) Accessories: Converter Fountain pen inside in excellent condition and perfectly working. Good Condition. For a pen of this age, the condition is exceptionally good. However, please note that there may be minor scratches or dirt due to the passage of time that the inspector may not have noticed. Please examine the photos carefully before placing your bid. NOITICE The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx, depending on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.