Esterbrook Model J Fountain Pen - Antique Rose
This brown ebonite fountain pen is the Esterbrook Model J. It comes with gold-plated trim and a gold-plated JoWo #6 stainless steel nib. A modern take on a vintage classic. It fills via standard international cartridge/converter (included). In addition to the normal nib sizes, this pen is also available with select specialty nib grinds including the Journaler, Scribe, and Needle Point.
- The Journaler Nib, by Gena Salorino, is a medium nib ground to a stub with wide downstrokes and thinner cross-strokes.
- The Scribe Nib, by Josh Lax, is a modified architect nib with thin downstrokes and thick cross-strokes.
- The Needle Point Nib, by Kirk Speer, is a superfine point that's perfect for smaller writing and Japanese characters.
From Esterbrook:
Introducing the Esterbrook Model J - a timeless masterpiece that gracefully blends vintage charm with modern ingenuity. Crafted with exquisite ebonite from Germany, this pen showcases a seamless fusion of tradition and innovation. Its iconic design, inspired by the beloved 1950's vintage model, pays homage to Esterbrook's rich heritage.
Equipped with a Jowo size 6 gold plated nib, available in various sizes, including custom options, this pen promises an exceptional writing performance. Delight in the subtle yet distinctive barrel engraving, adorned with the R.Esterbrook signature logo, while the grip section ensures extended writing comfort.
Encased in slide premium packaging, complete with a vintage-inspired sleeve adorned with Esterbrook factory imagery, the Esterbrook Model J is a timeless treasure waiting to grace your collection.
Click to shop all compatible short or long standard international ink cartridges.
We do our best to photograph the pens to show how they will appear in person, but due to the nature of the material, there will be some variation in the pattern seen here. This adds an element of uniqueness to the pen, with no two patterns being exactly the same. We cannot honor special requests.
- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Esterbrook
- Type
- Fountain Pens
- Color
- Brown
- Demonstrator
Whether or not the barrel of the pen is translucent, allowing you to see the ink and filling mechanism inside.
- No
- Body Material
- Ebonite
- Cap Rotations
For pens with a screw-cap closure, how many rotations it takes to uncap/recap the pen.
- 1.25
- Cap Type
How the cap is opened/closed from the barrel of the pen. Some common options include Snap-Cap, Screw-Cap, Magnetic Cap, or Capless (no cap).
- Screw-cap
- Compatible inks & refills
Which ink this pen will accept. Choices include bottled ink and various styles of pre-filled ink cartridges.
- Bottled ink, Standard international short ink cartridges, Standard international long ink cartridges
- Filling Mechanism
How the pen fills with ink. Click here to watch our video tutorial on common filling mechanisms.
- Cartridge, Converter
- Grip Material
- Ebonite
- Nib Size
- Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium, Journaler, Needlepoint, Scribe
- Nib Color
- Gold
- Nib Material
- Steel
- Postable
Whether or not the cap fits securely onto the back of the barrel when open.
- Yes
- Retractable
Whether or not the nib/tip can retract into the body of the pen (usually for click or twist-open style pens).
- No
- Diameter - Body
- 13.9mm (0.55in)
- Diameter - Cap (without clip)
- 15.3mm (0.60in)
- Diameter - Cap (with clip)
- 18.2mm (0.72in)
- Diameter - Grip (mm)
Measured from the place most people choose to rest their fingers, which varies with each pen.
- 10.3mm
- Length - Body
The measurement from the back end of the barrel to the tip of the nib.
- 123.5mm (4.86in)
- Length - Cap
- 62.8mm (2.47in)
- Length - Nib
The measured length of the visible portion of the nib when it is installed in the pen, from grip to tip.
- 23.4mm (0.92in)
- Length - Overall (Closed)
- 137.1mm (5.40in)
- Length - Overall (Posted)
When the cap of the pen is posted onto the back of the pen body, this is the measurement of the entire pen including the nib.
- 166.4mm (6.55in)
- Weight - Body
If a converter is included with the pen, this weight is reflected in the total.
- 16g (0.56oz)
- Weight - Cap
- 9g (0.32oz)
- Weight - Overall (g)
- 25.0g
- Max Ink Capacity - Cartridge
The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a cartridge.
- 1.74ml
- Max Ink Capacity - Converter
The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a converter.
- 1.20ml
