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Namiki Yukari Royale Vermilion

£1,600.00

Yukari, is feminine alter ego to the Jumbo #50 Emperor originally made in the 50s and in turn based on the legendary art deco pens produced in the opulent Taisho era, in 1930s Japan by Pilot-Namiki. Don’t be fooled, the Yukari is has very respectable proportions suitable to both men and women. While the Emperor looks more like a piece of furniture than a writing implement - the Yukari is beautifully balanced, more coherent with the understated sobriety of the unadorned urushi. It is the ultimate exercise in elegant and discreet luxury where sheen and shine are doing most of the heavy lifting as far as glamour is concerned. A fine gold trim under the cap brings to the pen another layer of sophistication.  On the writing front, all that you can wish for from an 18k Pilot nib, contact with the paper is flawlessly smooth marriage of ink to paper, consistent with Japanese nibs, like a brush, the nib has the personality of a quill.

Urushi lacquer first used in Japan around 300BC, is a symbol for status, prosperity and discerning taste. It is therefore unsurprising that Sailor, Platinum and Pilot/ Namiki sought to apply this quintessentially Japanese technique to pen making early on during the 1920s. Beyond its aesthetic merit, the urushi lacquer acts as a protective casing as it is acid free, alkaline free and resistant to both heat and water.

Originally lacquered upon an ebonite body, Namiki now uses a brass base for its top tier pens. The Kokkokai - Pilot’s in house group of around 80 maki-e artists, leads the effort to preserve this exquisite craft and each pen body is still made by a single member of the group from beginning to end. To obtain the high-sheen appearance, several dozen coats of lacquer are applied, each painstakingly slow to dry, and each time charcoal burnished. The final coat - a special oil-free topcoat, gives the pen its signature shine and sensuous soft feeling in hand. This technique is called “roiro urushi”.

Length: 14.8cm
Diameter: 1.6cm
Weight: 46g
Body material: Urushi lacquer resin (Model #20)
Nib Size: Fine
Nib Material: 18k gold
Cap Type: Threaded screw-on cap
Cartridge type: Takes Namiki/Pilot cartridges or can be used with a converter cartridge (Con-70)
Included: Luxury wooden presentation box, bottle of ink and converter cartridge.

Made in Japan

We do not recommend posting this pen as it can make marks on the barrel. Urushi lacquer is light sensitive and can discolour, avoid exposure to UV lighting and incandescent lights - ideally store in a pen soft pen case. Do not use any abrasives or chemicals to clean the pen, do not take apart. All repairs should be carried out by an authorised Pilot Namiki repair agent only.

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Namiki Yukari Royale Vermilion

£1,600.00
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Do You Offer Gift Wrapping?

Yes, gift wrapping can be chosen before checkout and is a £10 flat fee, which includes a card and envelope for you to leave a message. We use premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of branded stickers.

How can I amend my order?

Once placed, orders cannot be modified and the address cannot be changed. This is to avoid errors in processing. If you have made an error, please email to request a cancellation, you can then place a new order with the correct details. Once shipped an order cannot be cancelled, it will need to be returned.

What if something is out of stock?

If an item in your order is unavailable, our team will contact you in writing to let you know and discuss your options. We’ll do our best to suggest alternatives or advise when the item is expected back in stock. During busy seasonal periods, if an item under £10 is out of stock, we’ll issue a refund for that product and send the rest of your order so you receive it without delay.

Can I buy gift vouchers?

Digital Gift Cards can be purchased through our website and are delivered by email, these are redeemable through online purchases only. In-store only gift vouchers can also be purchased by visiting us at our physical store in Covent Garden.

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About Us

Choosing Keeping is an independent shop located in Covent Garden, London. We specialise in offering a wide range of stationery and miscellaneous items to cater to all your needs.

We take pride in offering products that inspire creativity and elevate the art of writing. Whether you're looking for a special gift or simply want to treat yourself, we invite you to explore our collection and discover the joy of stationery.

We offer gift wrapping with premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of swallow branded stickers. We ship to all destinations worldwide by DHL.

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21 Tower Street,
London, WC2H 9NS (Map)

T: 020 7613 3842
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