Sailor 1911 King of Pens Ripple Aoine Ebonite RT Fountain pen

The Sailor 1911 King of Pens Ripple Aoine Ebonite RT Fountain Pen from Sailor is a remarkable writing instrument that captures the quiet beauty of early spring in Japan. Inspired by rice fields awakening with new life, the pen features a mesmerizing marbled ebonite pattern in deep green and shadowy black tones. The swirling ripple effect reflects the delicate rows of young rice shoots moving gently in the breeze, symbolizing growth, renewal, and the promise of new beginnings.

Crafted from premium ebonite, this King of Pens model offers both visual depth and a warm, organic feel in the hand. The ripple motif suggests the harmony between nature and tradition—echoing the orderly lines of rice fields while expressing the fluid movement of wind and water. Elegant rhodium trim enhances the sophisticated appearance, making this pen not only a powerful writing instrument but also a refined collector’s piece.

At the heart of the pen lies Sailor’s renowned 21-carat King size gold nib, finished with rhodium plating for exceptional smoothness and performance. Designed for expressive writing, the nib delivers Sailor’s signature precision and feedback, allowing writers to enjoy a controlled yet fluid writing experience.

Limited to just 88 pieces for Europe, the Ripple Aoine Ebonite is a rare edition that celebrates craftsmanship, nature, and the art of writing. Each pen is presented in a beautiful paulownia wood presentation box and comes complete with exclusive accessories, making it a true collector’s treasure.

Key Features

• Limited European edition of 88 pieces
• Part of the prestigious Sailor 1911 King of Pens series
• Marbled green and black ebonite inspired by Japanese spring rice fields
• Elegant rhodium trim (RT)
• 21K gold King size nib with rhodium plating
• Available nib sizes: Medium (M) or Broad (B)
• Dimensions: 153 mm length, 20 mm diameter
• Weight: 33 g
• Includes converter filling system

Presentation & Accessories

Each Sailor 1911 King of Pens Ripple Aoine Ebonite RT Fountain Pen is delivered with:

• Exclusive paulownia wood presentation case
• Original Sailor pen pouch
• Converter
• Cleaning cloth
• Instruction manual and warranty card

Elegant, symbolic, and exceptionally rare, the Ripple Aoine Ebonite King of Pens invites writers to capture new ideas and possibilities—just as young rice shoots rise from water each spring, ready to shape the seasons ahead.

The Sailor 1911 ‘King of Pens’ (KOP) is introduced as the top of the range, developed as the symbol of Sailor’s technology, quality and writing perfection gained with the experience of over 100 years. Special attention has been given to the oversized 21K solid gold nib (the life and soul of the fountain pen), which provides top writing quality. The large sized Sailor fountain pen is handcrafted from Ebonite, a naturally produced resin material requiring special production processes. Ebonite material is very warm to the touch and its rich elasticity and unique texture provides the ultimate comfort, quality and character to the product.

The Sailor King of Pens (KOP) fountain pen uses an oversized 21k gold nib and has a cartridge/converter filling mechanism.

Sailor pens was established in 1911 in Japan, becoming the first to produce fountain pens in their home country. They have subsequently built a first-class reputation in the manufacture of the highest quality nibs, with all parts made in their own factory in Hiroshima. Their flagship collections are the classic 1911 and boldly designed Professional Gear, all available with a 14k or 21k gold nib. The Sailor name comes from founder Kyugoro Sakata's British sailor friend who introduced him to fountain pens.