Pilot Custom 743 Fountain Pen
Key Attributes
| Brand | Pilot |
| Model | Custom 743 |
| Country Of Origin | Japan |
| Era | post-1980 |
| Filling System | cartridge-converter |
| Nib Material | gold |
| Body Material | resin |
| Colorway | black with gold trim |
| Condition Grade | mint |
| Rarity | common |
About this Fountain pen
A black Pilot Custom 743 fountain pen with gold trim and a 14kt gold nib. This is a modern Japanese cartridge-converter model with classic cigar-shaped styling favored by collectors for its understated appearance and large nib.
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