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DISCOVERING<br />
NAMIKI<br />
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THE COLLECTION<br />
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NAMIKI<br />
HISTORY &<br />
KOKKOKAI<br />
THE KNOW-HOW
HISTORY & KOKKOKAI
HISTORY & KOKKOKAI<br />
HISTORY<br />
Two merchant navy engineers wanted to offer the world a<br />
product made in Japan. The idea of creating pens from drawing<br />
pens came from Mr. <strong>Namiki</strong> during his teaching career. He<br />
observed that the English nibs had iridium tips, a very resistant<br />
metal of the platinum family that he finally found at HOKKAIDO.
KEY DATES<br />
<strong>Namiki</strong> Manufacturing<br />
Company<br />
1918<br />
Use of Urushi lacquer &<br />
Maki-e techniques<br />
1925<br />
Start of international collaborations<br />
Asprey <strong>Namiki</strong><br />
Cartier <strong>Namiki</strong><br />
Dunhill <strong>Namiki</strong><br />
1930<br />
First 14K gold nib<br />
with an iridium ball<br />
1916<br />
The company changes<br />
its name to PILOT<br />
1938
HISTORY<br />
1925<br />
Inauguration of the artisans’ group "Kokkokai" in Japan<br />
Centered around Gonroku Matsuda, who later became a living<br />
national treasure, this school was formed in order to research,<br />
develop and improve the quality of Maki-e fountain pens. The<br />
name was derived from a quote by Ryosuke <strong>Namiki</strong> the founder,<br />
"ln the way Sumo is Japan's national sport, Maki-e is the nation's<br />
light".
THE KNOW-HOW
THE KNOW-HOW<br />
Maki-e<br />
Ultimate decorative beauty<br />
The Maki-e fountain pens using the traditional lacquer work of "Maki-e".<br />
The fine designs by the craftsmen are indeed the crystals of Japanese<br />
beauty.<br />
Urushi<br />
Popular in Japan since the Stone Age, <strong>Namiki</strong> uses the highest quality<br />
of lacquer: Urushi. lt is produced by male lacquer trees "Rhus<br />
Vernicifera" whose trunks are notched when they reach 10 years of age.<br />
The harvest, which rarely exceeds 3 or 4 tea spoons per tree, lasts only a<br />
few days in a year.<br />
The complexity of this process explains the rarity and the high value.<br />
Nib<br />
At <strong>Namiki</strong>, we produce all the components of our pens, here in our<br />
factories : from the body to the nib, including the ink.<br />
We strongly believe in placing value on writing touch and quality, which<br />
guarantees our knowledge.
PROCESS<br />
<strong>Namiki</strong> Maki-e fountain pens are created using<br />
various types of advanced techniques.<br />
Several layers of lacquers are required for deep colors<br />
and shadows.<br />
By repeating this elaborate process, the beauty of<br />
Maki-e is revealed.<br />
Lacquering Drawing Sprinkling Polishing<br />
The undercoat of Maki-e<br />
fountain pens is black<br />
lacquer.<br />
Motifs are drawn thanks<br />
to several types of<br />
brushes on the lacquer<br />
undercoat.<br />
Powdered gold is sprinkled<br />
onto the lacquer. A fine<br />
bamboo tool called<br />
"Funzutsu" is used in this<br />
process.<br />
After lacquer has been<br />
applied to the whole pen, it<br />
is rubbed off with charcoal<br />
until the pattern appears on<br />
the surface.
Maki-e TECHNIQUES<br />
Shishiai Togidashi Maki-e Togidashi-Taka Maki-e Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Togidashi-Hira Maki-e Hira Maki-e Raden<br />
Rankaku Hyoumon Chinkin
Shishiai Togidashi Maki-e<br />
(Combined Raised and Burnished Maki-e)<br />
Shishiai Togidashi Maki-e is the intricate combination of Taka and Togidashi<br />
Maki-e, the highest-level of Maki-e, requiring very advanced techniques.<br />
Urushi lacquer and charcoal powder are used to bring up the main design in<br />
high relief. Then, raised elements are smoothed and burnished for a uniform<br />
lustre.<br />
Togidashi-Taka Maki-e<br />
(Burnished-Raised Maki-e)<br />
On completion of background and other elements of the scene using<br />
Togidashi Maki-e techniques, greater emphasis is provided to the main design<br />
with other materials such as lacquer and charcoal powder. The result is an<br />
impression of stately opulence.
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
(Burnished Maki-e)<br />
Hira Maki-e technique is used to create the main design. Then, the body is<br />
completely covered with Urushi lacquer, and after drying, the design is<br />
revealed by burnishing the lacquer with charcoal.<br />
Togidashi-Hira Maki-e<br />
(Burnished-Flat Maki-e)<br />
After finishing the background and other scene features by Togidashi Maki-e,<br />
then the main design is created using Hira Maki-e technique.
Hira Maki-e<br />
(Flat Maki-e)<br />
The lacquered main design is decorated with sprinkled gold and silver<br />
powders. Additional layers of lacquer are applied. After this stage, the lacquer<br />
is hardened and burnished.<br />
Raden<br />
(Mother-of-Pearl)<br />
The inside surface stratum of various shells. Cut into small pieces, they are<br />
coated with Urushi lacquer to secure them in place and then, burnished to<br />
create a perfect finish.
Rankaku<br />
(Egg Shell)<br />
The design is created using small pieces or powder of quail shells. Bonded to<br />
the lacquer and coated with Urushi, the surface is burnished to reveal the<br />
design.<br />
Hyoumon<br />
Various precious metal sheets such as gold or silver are inserted and fixed to<br />
the pattern thanks to Urushi lacquer. The surface is then browned with<br />
charcoal to reveal the decoration of the pen.
Chinkin<br />
(Gold Inlay)<br />
The Chinkin technique consists of covering the pen with Urushi lacquer and<br />
engraving patterns with special scissors and a precious metal sheet. A gold<br />
powder is then encrusted in the engraving.
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THE COLLECTION
THE<br />
COLLECTION<br />
8 collections<br />
More than 75 models<br />
From 550€ to 12.500€<br />
End user price<br />
Until 50 K€ for the<br />
most beautiful limited<br />
edition
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF LACQUERED &<br />
MAKI-E OBJECTS<br />
Characteristics of lacquer and Maki-é objects<br />
The lacquer is sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun and electric lighting. It can<br />
lose its brilliance.<br />
Protection against UV rays<br />
Lacquer objects must be protected from sunlight and lamps with filters and UV<br />
protection. In shops, you must use LED lights and move these objects regularly.<br />
Maintaining the humidity<br />
We recommend that you keep a small bowl with water near the lacquer objects on<br />
display to maintain an ideal humidity rate at 60 to 70%.<br />
Care<br />
Gently wipe the lacquer object with a soft and dry fabric, such as cotton. For more<br />
stubborn stains (ink) or marks, wipe immediately. Never use cleaning chemicals and<br />
avoid contact with acid.<br />
Manipulation<br />
These objects can easily slide from your hands, if you wear cotton gloves to handle<br />
them, it is better. Also pay attention if you wear rings, they could scratch the surface of<br />
the lacquer. We recommend presenting these objects on a surface covered with fabric<br />
or leather. Before placing the object back in its display, wipe it with a dry and soft cloth<br />
to remove any fingerprints.
URUSHI<br />
The collection<br />
Produced since the 1930’s under the brand Dunhill <strong>Namiki</strong>, Urushi collection is<br />
iconic. Sobriety, timeless modernity, absolute elegance… This pure line is<br />
simply dressed in a plain lacquer. Yes, but what a lacquer ! The sublime one of<br />
<strong>Namiki</strong>, famous all over the world: Urushi. In deep black or intense vermilion,<br />
the two emblematic colors of the traditional lacquer.<br />
Features<br />
An iconic Pen<br />
Pure Lacquer<br />
2 colors<br />
2 sizes : 15 or 17 cm<br />
Dropper feeder, Converter 70N or cartridges
Urushi<br />
Yukari Royale<br />
Techniques : Roiro Urushi<br />
URUSHI<br />
Urushi<br />
Emperor<br />
Techniques : Roiro Urushi<br />
Black<br />
Vermilion<br />
Black<br />
Vermilion<br />
Black Gold Ring<br />
Vermilion Gold Ring<br />
Size :<br />
N°.20<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B-BB<br />
Size :<br />
N°.50<br />
18K<br />
FM-M-B-BB
CHINKIN<br />
The collection<br />
An elegant contrast of black and gold for the Chinkin collection.<br />
Chinkin, or Gold inlay, is a delicate technique which requires a mastery of<br />
gesture and exceptional mental strength to illustrate the delicacy of motives.<br />
Features<br />
An timeless beauty<br />
Signed by an artist<br />
Or Kokkokai school<br />
3 sizes : 14 to 17 cm<br />
Converter 70N or cartridges
Emperor<br />
CHINKIN<br />
Yukari Royale<br />
Yukari<br />
Peony<br />
Tiger<br />
Dragon<br />
Cat<br />
Royal Rooster<br />
Pine Tree<br />
Cherry Blossoms<br />
Silver Grass<br />
Crane<br />
Size :<br />
N°.50<br />
18K<br />
FM-M-B<br />
Size :<br />
N°.30<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
EMPEROR<br />
The collection<br />
The pinnacle of the <strong>Namiki</strong> collection...<br />
These large fountain pens were created more than 90 years ago. Like the<br />
originals, they are made of ebonite, equipped with a jumbo 18K gold nib and a<br />
unique dropper feeder system.<br />
Only produced by the most experienced and highly trained artisans for their<br />
attention to details to reveal extraordinarily expressive pieces of Maki-e art.<br />
Features<br />
A unique masterpiece<br />
Signed by an artist<br />
Shishiai Togidashi Taka Maki-e<br />
Nib 18K gold N°50<br />
Dimensions : 17 cm<br />
Exclusive dropper feeder<br />
Barrel made of Ebonite
EMPEROR<br />
Gold Fish<br />
Dragon<br />
Rakucho<br />
Owl<br />
Kylin<br />
Techniques :<br />
Shishiai<br />
Togidashi<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Taka<br />
Togidashi<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Taka<br />
Togidashi<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Rankaku<br />
Togidashi<br />
Taka Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi<br />
Taka<br />
Maki-e<br />
Size :<br />
N°.50<br />
18K<br />
FM-M-B
YUKARI ROYALE<br />
The collection<br />
The Yukari Royale collection offers graceful patterns.<br />
Its name comes from the Japanese word “Yukari”, meaning the relationships<br />
between people.<br />
Sophisticated techniques are used like Togidashi-Taka Maki-e, raden or gold<br />
powder to enjoy the overflowing expression of grace in your hands.<br />
Features<br />
A unique masterpiece<br />
Signed by an artist<br />
Togidashi Taka Maki-e<br />
Nib 18K gold N°20<br />
Dimensions : 15,5 cm<br />
Converter 70N or cartridge<br />
Barrel made of brass
YUKARI ROYALE<br />
Techniques : Togidashi Taka Maki-e<br />
Frog<br />
Tabane Noshi<br />
Vermilion<br />
Parrot and peach<br />
Peony and butterfly<br />
Lioness and cubs<br />
Size :<br />
N°.20<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
YUKARI<br />
The collection<br />
Beautiful pieces bring us peace and joy, Yukari pens represent the traditional<br />
work of art and craftsmanship through different subjects, loved in Japan,<br />
especially seasons changes, flowers or animals. Different techniques for each<br />
model and a beautiful nib N° 10.<br />
Features<br />
A japanese work of art<br />
Different Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Dimensions : 14 cm<br />
Converter or cartridge<br />
Nib 18K gold N° 10<br />
Barrel made of brass
YUKARI<br />
Turtle<br />
Bamboo<br />
Autumn<br />
Leaves<br />
Swallow<br />
Moonlight<br />
Rade<br />
Milky Way<br />
Raden<br />
Shooting<br />
Star<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi<br />
Taka Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi<br />
Taka Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Taka<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi<br />
Maki-e<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B<br />
18K<br />
M
YUKARI<br />
Firefly<br />
golden<br />
Yozakura<br />
Rock<br />
garden<br />
Pine<br />
needles<br />
Herb<br />
decoration<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
YUKARI<br />
Florence<br />
fence<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Apricot<br />
tree & warbler<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Grapevine<br />
Techniques :<br />
Togidashi Hira<br />
Maki-e<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
ZODIAC<br />
The collection<br />
inspired by the popular japanese painter RIKI NAKAMACHI, these 12 animals<br />
of the oriental Zodiac are associated with a plant or a flower to discover your<br />
personality.<br />
A wonderful gift for birthdays or other important milestones in life.<br />
Features<br />
A japanese work of art<br />
Togidashi Maki-e<br />
Dimensions : 14 cm<br />
Converter 70N or cartridge<br />
Nib 18K gold N° 10<br />
Barrel made of Brass
ZODIAC<br />
Techniques : Togidashi Hira Maki-e<br />
The mouse<br />
The ox<br />
The tiger<br />
The rabbit<br />
The dragon<br />
The snake<br />
The horse<br />
The sheep<br />
The monkey<br />
The rooster<br />
The dog<br />
The boar<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
TRADITION<br />
The collection<br />
The Nippon Art Collection takes traditional Japanese and auspicious subjects<br />
known all over the world such as “Mount Fuji”, “Ukiyo-e characters”, or<br />
“Origami” for sharing the culture of rising sun in your hands : A sight to<br />
behold.<br />
Features<br />
Size : 14 cm<br />
Technique : Hira Maki-e<br />
Nib 14K gold N°5 or 10<br />
Converter 70N or cartridge<br />
Barrel made of resin
TOYS COLLECTION<br />
TRADITION<br />
Techniques : Hira Maki-e<br />
ORIGAMI COLLECTION<br />
Hagoita<br />
Kendama<br />
Daruma<br />
Koma<br />
Kabuto<br />
Crane<br />
Gold Fish<br />
Rabbit<br />
Penguin<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
14K<br />
F-M-B<br />
Size :<br />
N°.5<br />
14K<br />
F-M-B
MOUNT FUJI<br />
TRADITION<br />
Techniques : Hira Maki-e<br />
JAPANESE PATTERNS<br />
MF & Dragon<br />
MF & Wave<br />
MF & Ship<br />
Golden Pheasant<br />
Crane & Turtle<br />
Chinese<br />
Phoenix<br />
Dragons with Cumulus<br />
Flower Basket<br />
Size :<br />
N°.5<br />
14K<br />
F-M-B<br />
14K<br />
M<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
14K<br />
F-M-B<br />
14K<br />
M
TRADITION<br />
Techniques : Hira Maki-e<br />
UKIYO-E<br />
Taira no Kagekiyo<br />
Shobei Odera<br />
Okita Naniwaya<br />
Toyohina Tomimoto<br />
Ohisa Takashima<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
14K<br />
F-M-B
CAPLESS NAMIKI<br />
The collection<br />
The <strong>Namiki</strong> Capless retractable fountain pen is a product rich in both history<br />
and performance. Its brilliant design and ingenious technology make this pen<br />
very attractive and unique. Raden and Hira Maki-e techniques give the Capless<br />
pen a brilliant and luxurious look.<br />
Features<br />
Technology and tradition<br />
Retractable<br />
Nib 18 K gold<br />
Converter 70N or cartridge<br />
Technique : Hira Maki-e and Raden
CAPLESS NAMIKI<br />
Raden<br />
Galaxy<br />
Raden<br />
Water surface<br />
Raden<br />
Stripes<br />
Clover<br />
Nandine<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Hira Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Hira Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Raden<br />
Hira Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Hira Maki-e<br />
Techniques :<br />
Hira Maki-e<br />
18K<br />
F-M-B
LIMITED EDITIONS
LIMITED EDITIONS<br />
The first limited edition was launched in 2001 and met a<br />
great success.<br />
Since then, two masterpieces are proposed each year for<br />
some privileged, lovers of beautiful writings or collectors,<br />
from all over the world.<br />
> Spring Limited Edition, 300 copies worldwide<br />
> Winter Limited Edition, 99 copies worldwide<br />
Each creation is signed by an artist and presented in an<br />
elegant gift box, including an engraved serial number.
100th ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITIONS<br />
7 gods of good fortune<br />
Ebisu<br />
Daikokuten<br />
Bishamonten<br />
Benzaiten<br />
Fukurokuju<br />
Jurouzin<br />
Hoteison<br />
Size :<br />
N°.10<br />
18K<br />
M
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STORES
OUR NETWORK
OUR NETWORK<br />
INTERNATIONAL COVERAGE<br />
SELECTIVE DISTRIBUTION<br />
SOPHISTICATED PRODUCTION<br />
Exclusive fine writing shops<br />
Stationeries with fine writing corner<br />
Luxury department stores or jewelleries<br />
Luxury concept stores with watches, bags, cigars<br />
Opening submitted to PCE Validation
OTHER LUXURY BRANDS
LUXURY ENVIRONMENT
MUST HAVE PENS
MUST HAVE PENS<br />
& IDEAL LAUNCH<br />
Golden Fish<br />
Tabane Noshi<br />
Vermilion<br />
Apricot tree and marble<br />
Herb decoration<br />
Fuji & ship (fountain pen)<br />
Fuji & ship (roller)<br />
Raden Galaxy
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MARKETING TOOLS
SALES &<br />
MARKETING TOOLS<br />
Displays<br />
Booklets<br />
Posters<br />
Leaflets<br />
Pen Holder<br />
3 sizes - S/M/L<br />
Plots
WOODEN GIFT<br />
BOXES<br />
Wooden Gift Box L :<br />
Emperor<br />
1 pipette (only for Emperor collection)<br />
1 ink bottle in black<br />
1 guarantee certificate<br />
1 artist card<br />
1 bag<br />
Wooden Gift Box M :<br />
Yukari Royale - Yukari - Tradition<br />
1 pipette (only for Emperor collection)<br />
1 ink bottle in black<br />
1 guarantee certificate<br />
1 artist card<br />
1 bag<br />
Wooden Gift Box S :<br />
Rollerballs & Capless<br />
1 set of cartridges in Black<br />
1 guarantee certificate<br />
1 bag
ONLINE<br />
MARKETING TOOLS<br />
Luxury products do not deviate from the trend, quite the contrary!<br />
E-commerce makes it possible to democratize luxury while keeping its share of prestige.<br />
WHY A VIDEO?<br />
Improved referencing - Increased brand interest<br />
Attraction of new targets - Easy dissemination of communication<br />
Favouring the act of purchase - Strong assimilation of your messages<br />
Humanization of the relationship
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WEBSITE<br />
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http:www.pilot-namiki.com/<br />
Link to <strong>Namiki</strong> Catalogue
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