TWSBI Diamond 580ALR Fountain Pen in a gorgeous Navy Blue. Transparent barrel reveals the blue anodized aluminium filling mechanism, a built-in piston-filler with a very smooth action. Chromed metal trim and pocket clip. TWSBI logo nicely finishes the top of the pen's cap. Rubber o-ring on cap thread ensures an airtight seal to prevent ink drying out in the pen, whilst also ensuring that the cap is firmly attached to the pen when not in use.

Along with the blue anodized aluminium filling mechanism, this ALR version features an aluminium grip section to help better balance the pen.

Diamond-faceted barrel ensures pen will not roll away if left uncapped on a desk.

Polished steel nib engraved with TWSBI logo and branding, available in a wide range of nib sizes.

141mm long closed, 130mm long open, 176mm long posted. 12.9mm max barrel diameter, grip section tapers down to 9.5mm. Weighs 32g - just a little heavier than the standard model Diamond 580.

Note: piston-filler pens cannot use cartridges.

Supplied gift-boxed.

There are some white marks on the pistons of these pens; this is grease to ensure that the piston action is smooth and reliable.

Like all TWSBI fountain pens we stock, this pen can be entirely disassembled for the purposes of cleaning and servicing. Instructions and necessary tools are supplied with each pen. However, the disassembly feature is only there for experienced users and is not necessary for normal use. Disassembly is at your own risk!

TWSBI Diamond 580 is a classic fountain pen with a piston ink-filling system. By fusing the traditional mechanisms of the fountain pen with a modern industrial design, TWSBI has created an eye-catching fountain pen that is simultaneously appreciative of the past and relevant in the present. The Diamond 580 comes with a benchmark ink-filling mechanism and has all detachable parts, allowing the user to disassemble and reassemble the pen and completely experience the traditional aspects of owning and using a fountain pen.

TWSBI fountain pens, cherished for quality and affordability, feature advanced filling mechanisms typical of pricier options. Made for the beginner who just wants to try out fountain pens, all the way to the experts. A good everyday worker.

Details

• Size: 5.2" Body, 6.6" Posted
  
• Material: Aluminum & Resin
  
• Screw Cap
  
• Piston Filling Mechanism
  

TWSBI is a Taiwanese brand that originates from OEM manufacturer Ta Shin Precision, which has over 40 years of plastics and metals manufacturing experience. Lighthouse Paper Co. is an authorized retailer of TWSBI products.

TWSBI Diamond 580ALR Fountain Pen - Navy Blue

The Diamond 580ALR has an aluminum machined grip that is ribbed for better hold, as well as aluminum connector and piston rod, adding a touch more durability to this model compared to the Diamond 580.

One of the biggest benefits to the Diamond 580 series is the swappable nibs. The nib can be easily unscrewed and replaced with one of TWSBIs Diamond 580 spare nibs, for those whod like some variation!

The idea behind the TWSBI Diamond 530, 540, and 580 was to go back to the basics and capture the simplicity and elegance of traditional writing instruments. In recent years, the development and modernization of writing instruments has resulted in traditional writing instruments, such as fountain pens, falling into obscurity. It was TWSBIs goal to bring the past back to life by creating a traditional fountain pen that even modern day society can appreciate.

TWSBI Diamond 580 series, a classic fountain pen with a piston ink-filling system. By fusing the traditional mechanisms of the fountain pen with a modern industrial design, TWSBI has created an eye-catching fountain pen that is simultaneously appreciative of the past and relevant in the present. The Diamond 580 comes with a benchmark ink-filling mechanism and has all detachable parts, allowing the user to disassemble and reassemble the pen and completely experience the traditional aspects of owning and using a fountain pen.

TWSBI Diamond 580/580AL/580ALR spare nibs can be purchased here.