Opus 88 Shell Fountain Pen Check
To fountain pen geeks, the words "Made in Taiwan" are coming to mean "Expect something special and unusual". And fountain pen geeks like unusual. Opus 88 have been manufacturing on behalf of other companies since 1988, but now they're designing and making their own pens, aiming them quite firmly at those of us who love fountain pens, and want something a bit different.
The Opus Shell is a really beautiful pen. Its barrel includes material from abalone shells, so it has a naturally pearlescent finish which lends a degree of depth as well as slight colour variations. The matt black grip area and screw-on cap set off the pearlescence nicely, as does the polished silver-coloured trim and pocket clip.
Unlike other Opus 88 fountain pens, the Shell can be filled using standard pattern ink cartridges or bottled ink using the supplied converter, which gives a great range of choice when it comes to ink types and colours. Also, the cap can be screwed onto the end of the pen when posting
Fitted with a steel nib in a range of sizes. Dimensions: 139mm capped, 125mm open, 165 posted. Weighs 43g. Supplied in a gift box.
Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday will normally be sent out the same day.
UK Orders
FREE Royal Mail Standard delivery for orders over £100, and just £3.75 for smaller orders. Royal Mail Priority is available as an option, for £4.50 on orders over £100, £5.50 on smaller orders. Express available for £9.75, or FREE with any order over £400. No delivery surcharges for Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands or anywhere else!
International
International deliveries vary in cost, so you'll need to add the items you want to your basket, and enter the checkout to see the options for delivery. Prices and payment methods will reflect your country, and many countries have all taxes and duties included to make things easier and more predictable.
Orders over 2kg
For all orders outside the UK, heavy orders may cost more to send, but the shipping cost will be displayed in the checkout before you commit.
More Information
For more, see our Delivery Information page.
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To fountain pen geeks, the words "Made in Taiwan" are coming to mean "Expect something special and unusual". And fountain pen geeks like unusual. Opus 88 have been manufacturing on behalf of other companies since 1988, but now they're designing and making their own pens, aiming them quite firmly at those of us who love fountain pens, and want something a bit different.
The Opus Shell is a really beautiful pen. Its barrel includes material from abalone shells, so it has a naturally pearlescent finish which lends a degree of depth as well as slight colour variations. The matt black grip area and screw-on cap set off the pearlescence nicely, as does the polished silver-coloured trim and pocket clip.
Unlike other Opus 88 fountain pens, the Shell can be filled using standard pattern ink cartridges or bottled ink using the supplied converter, which gives a great range of choice when it comes to ink types and colours. Also, the cap can be screwed onto the end of the pen when posting
Fitted with a steel nib in a range of sizes. Dimensions: 139mm capped, 125mm open, 165 posted. Weighs 43g. Supplied in a gift box.
Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday will normally be sent out the same day.
UK Orders
FREE Royal Mail Standard delivery for orders over £100, and just £3.75 for smaller orders. Royal Mail Priority is available as an option, for £4.50 on orders over £100, £5.50 on smaller orders. Express available for £9.75, or FREE with any order over £400. No delivery surcharges for Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands or anywhere else!
International
International deliveries vary in cost, so you'll need to add the items you want to your basket, and enter the checkout to see the options for delivery. Prices and payment methods will reflect your country, and many countries have all taxes and duties included to make things easier and more predictable.
Orders over 2kg
For all orders outside the UK, heavy orders may cost more to send, but the shipping cost will be displayed in the checkout before you commit.
More Information
For more, see our Delivery Information page.