Precious wood combined with vintage charm:
Fine Writing International Wooden Vacuum Filler Fountain Pen - Bocote
For the first time, Fine Writing International, a Taiwanese pen maker introduces a wooden version to their Vacuum Filler pen familyl with the "Bocote" (黃金檀).
About Bocote (黄金檀)
Bocote is a distinctive precious hardwood sourced from trees of the genus Cordia that is native to Mexico and Central America. Bocote is often used to make high-end furniture and musical instruments.
Renowned for its dramatic grain patterns—featuring bold lines, swirls and a spectrum of colors from honey-gold to dark brown—bocote stands out for its visual appeal. Its natural density and durability make it resistant to wear, while inherent oils enhance its smoothness and help protect against moisture. These characteristics, combined with its workability and balanced weight, make bocote an exceptional material for crafting high-end writing instruments, offering both unique aesthetics and lasting durability.
Bocote carries a unique aromatic smokey and vinegary wooden scent like pickled relish. With use over time, bocote will become darker and very shiny.
Product Specification:
- Material: Bocote, each with pronounced and distinctive wooden grain
- Nib: Number 6 Jowo steel nib (EF, F, M, B, Stub, Flex F, Flex EF, Stub 1.1)
- Filling system: push-button plunger-type vacuum filler
- Design: Flat-top cap with torpedo-shaped pen barrel
- Cap: Spring-loaded inner cap to ensure the nib is kept wet and ready to write
- Clip: Short teardrop-shaped vintage-style metal clip
- Trim: Gold-plated nib, trim and clip
- Ink Window: two windows on both sides of the barrel for gauging the ink level
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Packaged in Fine Writing International paper gift box
- Full Length: 155mm
- Width: 17.0mm (widest)
- Section: 11.3mm (width) x 19.0mm (length)
- Weight: 35g
- Each pen is lathed and handcrafted to ensure a unique look and feel for every pen
Plunger-Style Vacuum Filler
The pen uses a vacumatic filler, which was especially popular during the last century, and used in many classic vintage pens such as the Parker Vacumatic. By pressing the button at the end of the pen barrel, then releasing the button to recoil back to original position, a vacuum is created inside the barrel, allowing ink to be drawn into the pen.
The push-button mechanism is made of metal and equipped with a corrosion-resistant piston, making it durable and long-lasting. Maintenance and cleaning are also easy. Repeated presses of the button can draw in more ink, with a capacity of over 2cc!
The pen comes with a German-made JOWO no.6 stainless steel nib.
Packaged with: Paper pen case
Please note that the photos do not represent that you will get a pen with the same grain pattern or tonal color. If you would like to get to choose the grain patterns of your purchased pen, please contact us and we will send you our available choices!
| Pen Model | Fine Writing Int. Scepter Vacuum Filler |
| Body Color | Brown |
| Body Material | Wood |
| Nib Material | Stainless Steel |
| Nib Color | Gold |
| Trim Color | Gold |
| Filling Mechanism | Vacuum |
| Compatible Inks | Bottled Inks |
| Cap Type | Screw Cap |
| Packaged with | Pen Box |
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| Length - Overall (Posted) | N/A |
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Shipping Options:
Hong Kong, Macau:
- Orders over HKD 1000 - Free Tracked Shipping
- Orders under HKD 1000 - Standard Tracked Shipping
- In Store (Hong Kong only) - Free In Store Pick Up
The Rest of Asia and Australia:
- Orders over HKD 2000 - Free Tracked Shipping
- Orders under HKD 2000 - Standard Tracked Shipping or Expedited Tracked Shipping
*Notice to customers in Taiwan: Once an order has been placed, we will send you an email requesting for your ID #, which is required under Taiwan’s Real Name Authentication precaution for imported items.
The Rest of the World :
- Orders over HKD 5000 / USD 640 - Free Standard Tracked Shipping
- Orders under HKD 5000 / USD 640 - Standard Tracked Shipping or Expedited Tracked Shipping
- Please enter your address details at checkout, and your shipping rates will populate automatically.
NOTE for deliveries to the USA:
For shipping to the USA, we use "Economic Tracked Shipping" (estimated delivery time: 10 - 16 business days, tax inclusive). This shipping option is carried out by a third-party agent and the last-mile delivery in the US would be carried by USPS or a local US courier. While this shipping option is inclusive of any US import tax, there is still a risk of arbitrary imposition of additional taxes or import duties on your shipment.
Note: By default on most orders, we use Hong Kong Post (Postal Service Company) to ship out international packages as an affordable service that typically does not incur extra fees at the border customs control. However, depending on your country of residence, some taxes may still be levied by the local customs, and you will be responsible for paying any assessed custom fees upon receipt.
How much is my shipping?
Hong Kong and Macau have a flat rate of HKD 35.
For all other countries, the shipping rate is dependent on the order’s weight and will be calculated at checkout.
Which courier will my order be shipped through?
For Hong Kong and Macau, your order will be shipped through SF Express.
For Taiwan, your orders will be shipped through SF Express or E-Express.
For all other countries, Standard Tracked Shipping is typically shipped through E-Express. Express Tracked Shipping is shipped through Speed Post.
When will my order arrive?
Standard Tracked Shipping: For Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, estimated delivery time is approximately 2-4 working days. For the rest of Asia, 2-7 working days. For the rest of the world, 7-14 working days.
Expedited Shipping: Within Asia, typically 2-4 days. For the rest of the world, around 3-5 days.
Order Tracking:
All orders will include a tracking number. Once your order ships, we will send you an email that includes tracking information so that you can monitor where your package is!
If you ordered from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, you may track your order here.
If you ordered from anywhere else in the world, you may track your order here.
Worldwide Shipping:
We ship to most countries worldwide. During checkout, if you are unable to select your country, please email us at info@muzepens.com and we will try to help!
Order Processing and Dispatch:
We typically dispatch orders within 24-48 hours of the time that your order was placed.
Shipping Location:
We are a retail shop in Hong Kong, and ship from our warehouse in Hong Kong.
Import Tax:
By default on most orders, we use Hong Kong Post or E-Express to ship out international packages as an affordable service that typically does not incur extra fees at the border customs control. However, depending on your country of residence, some taxes may still be levied by the local customs, and you will be responsible for paying any assessed custom fees upon receipt.
*We are committed to offering our customers reasonable shipping rates while maintaining a high-quality selection of fine writing instruments. Our shipping policies are subject to change, but we will always strive to provide you with the best possible service.
Thank you for your continued support - it allows us to not only offer exceptional products, but also take care of our dedicated staff. We appreciate you choosing us as your writing instrument provider!