"Now Gathering,
Now Scattering,
Fireflies over the river"
- Soseki Natsumi
Lampyridae is a family of small beetles in the Coleoptera order with over 2000 separate species. They are soft-bodied, nocturnal, winged insects, commonly called Fireflies or lightning bugs because of their ver conspicuous use if bioluminescence (light emission) during twilight to attract mates or prey. The firefly is a very well-known symbol of summer in Japan.
Sailor are proud to announce the fifth model in the series of special limited edition fountain pens called "Taki to Shizen" or "Waterfalls and Nature" by maki-e artist Ikki Moroike.
A special edition of only 38 pieces worldwide.
Filling Mechanisms: Cartridge/Converter (ink converter included)
Fountain Pen Dimensions: Maximum Diameter - 20mm, Length Capped - 153.5mm, Weight - 32.8gms