№1
Pilot Kakuno fountain pen
Kid/student smiley nib; cheap gift
Best · BGN
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№2
Pilot Prera fountain pen
Compact Japanese; fine-nib fans
№3
Pilot Metropolitan fountain pen
Pilot Metropolitan fountain pen, metal body, entry-level.
The specimen press
Original nib & ink art, made to order.
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