Sailor Professional Gear Sakura Nagare Prime Minister Fountain Pen - Preowned
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U.S. Orders:
- Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
- Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.
International Orders:
- Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
- Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
Sailor Professional Gear Prime Minister Fountain Pen
Mint Preowned Condition - with Box
The Sailor Professional Gear Prime Minister Fountain Pen is an exceptionally rare and historically significant writing instrument — a model originally commissioned as an official Japanese state gift and presented by the Prime Minister of Japan to dignitaries and select recipients. Rooted in cultural symbolism and traditional craftsmanship, this pen stands apart from conventional limited editions as a piece tied directly to diplomatic heritage and national artistry.
Most examples of the Prime Minister edition are based on the Professional Gear platform, featuring Sailor’s distinctive flat-top design and precision-engineered resin construction. The pen is typically adorned with intricate urushi lacquer, maki-e, and raden (mother-of-pearl) decoration, often depicting flowing cherry blossoms — a motif known as Sakura Nagare (“cherry blossom stream”). These layered decorative techniques create remarkable depth and texture, making each piece visually complex and unmistakably handcrafted.
The nib is a specially tuned 21K gold Sailor nib, delivering the brand’s signature combination of smoothness and controlled feedback. This nib is often engraved uniquely for the edition and provides a writing experience befitting the pen’s ceremonial origins. The pen utilizes Sailor’s dependable cartridge/converter filling system, allowing flexibility between proprietary cartridges and bottled ink via converter.
Production numbers for Prime Minister editions are extremely limited, with known Sakura Nagare Professional Gear versions produced in runs of approximately 2,513 pieces, contributing to their rarity and strong collector demand. These pens were frequently presented in elaborate gift sets, sometimes accompanied by accessories such as commemorative packaging, notebooks, or ink bottles bearing official insignia.
With its blend of diplomatic history, traditional Japanese decorative arts, and Sailor’s celebrated nib craftsmanship, the Sailor Professional Gear Prime Minister Fountain Pen is far more than a writing instrument — it is a collectible artifact representing cultural exchange, national identity, and the artistry of Japanese pen making.
Key Features
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Rare Prime Minister edition — originally commissioned as a Japanese diplomatic gift
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Based on the Sailor Professional Gear platform — iconic flat-top design
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Elaborate urushi, maki-e, and raden decoration (varies by example)
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Distinctive 21K gold Sailor nib — smooth, expressive writing performance
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Cartridge/converter filling system — converter typically included
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Extremely limited production (approx. 2,513 pieces for Sakura Nagare variant)
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Highly collectible with historical and cultural significance
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Often accompanied by specialized presentation packaging or accessories
