Sailor 1911L Black & Gold Fountain Pen

Sailor 1911L Black & Gold Fountain PenThe Sailor 1911L Black & Gold Fountain Pen embodies the classic Japanese cigar profile with a restrained, high polish black resin and warm gold plated accents. Long regarded by enthusiasts as a dependable daily writer with an elevated feel, this Large sized 1911 balances generous proportions with light, responsive handling. At its heart is Sailor's renowned 21k solid gold nib, produced in house and tuned for precise, consistent performance.

The Sailor 1911L Black & Gold Fountain Pen embodies the classic Japanese cigar profile with a restrained, high-polish black resin and warm gold-plated accents. Long regarded by enthusiasts as a dependable daily writer with an elevated feel, this Large-sized 1911 balances generous proportions with light, responsive handling. At its heart is Sailor's renowned 21k solid gold nib, produced in-house and tuned for precise, consistent performance.

Craftsmanship & Design

Clean lines and a gently tapered silhouette give the 1911L a timeless presence in hand and on the desk. The lustrous black resin resists fingerprints and lends a refined gloss, while the engraved cap band and classic clip complete the understated, formal aesthetic. The screw-cap closure opens quickly and seats with satisfying security, protecting the nib whether carried to a meeting or kept ready at the journal.

Sailor's manufacturing is vertically integrated, and that care shows in the fit and finish: crisp trim transitions, accurate threads, and a cap that posts securely without disrupting balance. It is a design that prioritizes long-term reliability over flourish, letting the writing do the talking.

Writing Experience

The 21k gold nib is Sailor's signature. It offers a touch of tactile feedback that experienced users prize for control, with excellent line integrity and dependable flow across a wide range of papers. While smooth, it remains communicative rather than glassy, encouraging measured handwriting and clean character formation. Nib grades vary by availability, with well-regarded options for everyday notes and more expressive writing styles.

Ink choice is equally flexible. The pen accepts Sailor's proprietary cartridges or a converter, making it easy to swap colors for work, study, or correspondence. Combined with the 1911L's comfortable section geometry and light overall weight, longer sessions remain relaxed and consistent.

Brand Heritage

Founded in Hiroshima in 1911, Sailor is one of the few pen makers to design and manufacture nibs entirely in-house. The 1911 series pays homage to that founding year and to the company’s long tradition of precision metalwork. For collectors and writers alike, the 1911L Black & Gold stands as a modern expression of that legacy, marrying classic aesthetics with quietly exacting performance.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Sailor 1911 Large fountain pen
• Condition: Excellent preowned condition - with Box
• Finish: Polished black resin with gold-plated trim
• Nib: 21k solid gold, made in-house by Sailor
• Filling system: Sailor proprietary cartridge or converter
• Cap: Screw-cap; posts securely
• Origin: Made in Japan