Sailor 1911 King of Pens Maki-E Elephant in the Moonlight Fountain pen

The Sailor 1911 King of Pens Maki-E Elephant in the Moonlight Limited Edition Fountain Pen captures the quiet majesty of one of nature's most revered animals beneath the gentle glow of the moon. Part of Sailor's exclusive "Animals in the Moonlight" (Dobutsu to Gekkou) series, this remarkable writing instrument celebrates wisdom, resilience, and quiet confidence through the timeless art of Japanese Maki-e. As the sixth release in the series, internationally acclaimed Maki-e artist Ikki Moroike transforms the iconic King of Pens into a breathtaking work of art that beautifully blends traditional craftsmanship with Sailor's legendary writing performance.

Handcrafted Japanese Maki-e Art

Under the moonlit sky, the elephant walks a path that symbolizes patience, endurance, and grace. This poetic scene is meticulously hand-painted using traditional Japanese Maki-e techniques, bringing extraordinary depth and elegance to every detail. Each fountain pen is individually crafted by Ikki Moroike, whose hand-painted signature and individual serial number appear on every barrel, making every piece unique. Limited to just 50 fountain pens worldwide, this overseas-exclusive edition represents the highest level of Japanese lacquer artistry and is destined to become a prized collector's item.

The Ultimate King of Pens Writing Experience

Built upon Sailor's flagship 1911 King of Pens platform, the Elephant in the Moonlight offers an exceptional writing experience that perfectly complements its artistic beauty. The generously sized body provides outstanding comfort, while Sailor's renowned craftsmanship delivers the smooth, precise writing performance that has made the King of Pens one of the world's most admired luxury fountain pens. Combining exquisite Japanese artistry with uncompromising functionality, this limited edition is both a masterpiece to admire and a pleasure to write with.

Key Features

• Part of the exclusive "Animals in the Moonlight" (Dobutsu to Gekkou) series
• Sixth release in the series
• Handcrafted by renowned Maki-e artist Ikki Moroike
• Beautiful "Elephant in the Moonlight" design symbolizing wisdom, resilience and grace
• Traditional Japanese Maki-e artwork
• Hand-painted artist signature on every barrel
• Individually hand-painted serial number
• Based on the iconic Sailor 1911 King of Pens
• Overseas Exclusive edition
• Limited to only 50 pieces worldwide

Specifications

• Brand: Sailor
• Collection: 1911 King of Pens Maki-E
• Edition: Elephant in the Moonlight Limited Edition
• Series: Animals in the Moonlight (Dobutsu to Gekkou)
• Artist: Ikki Moroike
• Decoration: Traditional Handcrafted Japanese Maki-e
• Signature: Hand-painted by the artist
• Serial Number: Individually hand-painted
• Edition Size: 50 pieces worldwide
• Availability: Overseas Exclusive
• Made in: Japan

Carry Wisdom Beneath the Moonlight

The Sailor 1911 King of Pens Maki-E Elephant in the Moonlight Limited Edition Fountain Pen is far more than a luxury writing instrument. It is a celebration of Japanese artistry, timeless symbolism, and Sailor's unrivaled craftsmanship. With only 50 pieces available worldwide, this exceptional King of Pens is a rare collector's masterpiece that embodies the enduring strength, wisdom, and quiet beauty of the elephant beneath the moonlit sky.

The Sailor 1911 ‘King of Pens’ (KOP) is introduced as the top of the range, developed as the symbol of Sailor’s technology, quality and writing perfection gained with the experience of over 100 years. Special attention has been given to the oversized 21K solid gold nib (the life and soul of the fountain pen), which provides top writing quality. The large sized Sailor fountain pen is handcrafted from Ebonite, a naturally produced resin material requiring special production processes. Ebonite material is very warm to the touch and its rich elasticity and unique texture provides the ultimate comfort, quality and character to the product.

The Sailor King of Pens (KOP) fountain pen uses an oversized 21k gold nib and has a cartridge/converter filling mechanism.

About Sailor

Sailor pens was established in 1911 in Japan, becoming the first to produce fountain pens in their home country. They have subsequently built a first-class reputation in the manufacture of the highest quality nibs, with all parts made in their own factory in Hiroshima. Their flagship collections are the classic 1911 and boldly designed Professional Gear, all available with a 14k or 21k gold nib. The Sailor name comes from founder Kyugoro Sakata's British sailor friend who introduced him to fountain pens.