KAKUNO: Top value in fountain pens

This is a steel-nib fountain pen from one of the world's best penmakers, for the price of a coffee and muffin. It's called Pilot Kakuno, and for many years it's been our top value pick in the world of fountain pens.

Yes, there are cheaper fountain pens, but we think Kakuno is a superior value because it is built better, more comfortable to hold, with a more consistent and smoother nib. It's a surprisingly great pen, one that you'll still use after you add fancier pens to your lineup.

Available in extra fine (0.3), fine (0.5), and medium (0.7), Kakuno suits any writing style. One Pilot Black cartridge is included; refill with Pilot carts or add a converter to use Kakuno with bottled ink. Made in Japan.

ABOUT PILOT CORPORATION:

Pilot Corp. is the largest pen manufacturer in Japan, with an annual output surpassing fellow giants like Pentel and Mitsubishi/Uni. The prolific production of Pilot is largely due to the company's thriving export business, which boasts subsidiaries in dozens of countries. The Pilot G2 has been a best-selling pen around the world for generations, and Pilot's luxury fountain pens are regarded as being among the world's best.

Founded in 1918 and still a leader in its field — Pilot represents the great history and bright future of Japanese manufacturing.