--- product_id: 103052070 title: "Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Extra Fine Nib 0.3mm Tip" brand: "pilot" price: "R502" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Pilot" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/103052070-kakuno-fountain-pen-clear-barrel-extra-fine-nib-0-3mm store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Clear Barrel for Ink Visibility Hexagonal Grip Design 0.3mm Extra Fine Nib Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Extra Fine Nib 0.3mm Tip **Brand:** pilot **Price:** R502 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–‹οΈ Write Sharp, Stand Out: The Pen That Means Business ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Extra Fine Nib 0.3mm Tip by pilot - **How much does it cost?** R502 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/103052070-kakuno-fountain-pen-clear-barrel-extra-fine-nib-0-3mm) ## Best For - pilot enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pilot brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Ink Level at a Glance:** Transparent barrel lets you monitor ink supply effortlessly, so you never run dry mid-idea. - β€’ **Ergonomic Hexagonal Grip:** Designed for comfort and control, the unique hexagonal shape ensures a secure hold during long writing sessions. - β€’ **Smiley Nib for Perfect Angle:** The playful smiley face on the nib guides your hand to the ideal writing positionβ€”making every word a masterpiece. - β€’ **Trusted Legacy, Modern Style:** From a century-old brand, this pen blends heritage quality with a fresh, minimalist design that fits your professional vibe. - β€’ **Precision Writing, Every Time:** Experience flawless strokes with the ultra-smooth 0.3mm extra fine nib, perfect for detailed notes and elegant signatures. ## Overview The PILOT Kakuno Fountain Pen features an extra fine 0.3mm nib with a unique smiley face guide for perfect writing angle, housed in a clear barrel with a hexagonal grip for ergonomic comfort. Ideal for professionals and creatives alike, it combines trusted Japanese craftsmanship with a playful, modern design to elevate everyday writing tasks. ## Description pilot kakuno fountain pen medium nib converter cartridges ink calligraphy journaling drawing office school college beginner smooth paper supplies work business professional signature executive gifts art sketch ## Features - Pilot Kakuno Fountain Pen: The Pilot fountain pen Kakuno is designed for novice and experienced fountain pen users in mind, the Kakuno features a smiley face on the finely crafted nib to ensure the perfect writing position - Variety of Nib Sizes and Colors: The Kakuno comes in an Extra Fine point nib, with pink, purple or turquoise caps and white barrels. The hexagonal design makes this fountain pen easy to hold - Express Yourself: Whether you're bullet journaling or working on other creative projects, you'll want to try our full line of Pilot pens including calligraphy and hand lettering pens, brush markers, fountain pens for journaling and more - Trusted Quality: We've been making pens for over 100 years. Whether you're taking notes, stocking up on school or office supplies, or writing in a bullet journal, Pilot has the perfect writing pen for you - Power To The Pen: Pilot makes exceptional writing instruments to suit all your needs. We have fountain pens for writing, ballpoint, retractable, erasable and gel ink pens, plus whiteboard markers and more for every writing style ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07KBN9YTK | | Additional Features | Capped | | Age Range Description | Above 8 years | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,145 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #4 in Fountain Pens | | Body Shape | Hexagonal | | Brand Name | PILOT | | Closure Type | Retractable | | Color | Clear Barrel | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,531) | | Drill Point | Extra Fine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00072838108166 | | Grip Type | Dotted | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Hardness | 1 | | Included Components | Pilot Kakuno Fountain Pen, Extra Fine Nib, Clear Barrel, Clear Cap, Black Ink, Single Pen (10816) | | Ink Base | Water | | Ink Color | Black | | Item Diameter | 0.3 millimeters | | Item Dimensions | 2.7 x 8.1 x 6.2 inches | | Item Type Name | Kakuno Fountain Pen, Extra Fine Nib, Clear Barrel, Clear Cap, Black Ink, Single Pen (10816) | | Item Weight | 9.07 g | | Line Size | 0_3mm millimeters | | Manufacturer | Pilot Pen Corporation of America | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | Pilot | | Model Number | Kakuno 10816 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Writing | | Style | Extra Fine Nib | | Subject Character | Smiley Face | | Theme | Writing | | UPC | 072838108166 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | see packaging | | Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen | | Writing Technique | Fountain Pen | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Above 8 years - **Brand:** PILOT - **Color:** Clear Barrel - **Ink Color:** Black - **Writing Instrument Form:** Fountain Pen ## Images ![Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Extra Fine Nib 0.3mm Tip - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61m43WgQJaL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you refill it or is it disposable?** A: You can refill this, with either a Pilot converter or with a Pilot cartridge. Pilot uses proprietary converters and cartridges. **Q: Can the Con-40 converter be used in this pen?** A: The Con-B, Con-40 and the Con-70 can all be used in the Pilot Kakuno. **Q: Is the ink waterproof and archival?** A: Pilot Namiki ink, which is what comes in the cartridge with the pen, is not waterproof or archival. For replacing the ink in the cartridge with permanent, archival-quality, and water resistant ink, I recommend buying Diamine Registrar's Blue-Black Ink, a 3ml luer-lock syringe, and a blunt-tipped dispensing needle at least 3 inches long. 1. Gently insert the cartridge (JUST BARELY) into the pen, only enough to open the cartridge. Pull it back out, rinse the ink out of the pen, and empty the ink from the cartridge with the syringe and needle. Dispose of the ink, and rinse the cartridge, syringe, and needle with clean water. Shake the water out of the cartridge. You can dry it out with a Q-tip if you don't want you new ink diluted at all. 2. Withdraw ALMOST 1ml of the Registrar's Blue-Black Ink with the syringe, and fill the cartridge with it. 3. Insert the newly refilled cartridge into the pen, gently but firmly. Set the pen nib-down in a cup , with the cap on, for 5-10 minutes, so the ink can saturate the feed and reach the nib. And don't press too hard if it's still not writing yet. Give it some more time. **Q: What size cartridge does this pen take?** A: The PILOT KAKUNO FP takes a PILOT NAMIKI IC100 FOUNTAIN PEN INK CARTRIDGE or a PILOT CON 40 converter. ## Frequently Bought Together - PILOT Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Extra Fine Nib (10816) - Pilot Fountain Pen Converter (CON-70) - Pilot Fountain Pen Ink Converter Screw Type (CON-40) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/103052070-kakuno-fountain-pen-clear-barrel-extra-fine-nib-0-3mm](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/103052070-kakuno-fountain-pen-clear-barrel-extra-fine-nib-0-3mm) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-30*