--- product_id: 21897646 title: "PILOT \"CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine)" brand: "pilot" price: "₱47725" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pilot" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/21897646-pilot-custom-823-plunger-type-transparent-brown-nib-fine store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 14K #15 fine nib Transparent skeleton body 1.5ml ink capacity PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine) **Brand:** pilot **Price:** ₱47725 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖋️ Elevate your writing game with the pen that’s as ambitious as you are. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine) by pilot - **How much does it cost?** ₱47725 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/21897646-pilot-custom-823-plunger-type-transparent-brown-nib-fine) ## 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 - • **Gift-ready elegance:** Comes in an elegant box, making it the perfect statement piece for your desk or a coveted gift. - • **Majestic nib, flawless glide:** Premium 14K #15 fine nib balances softness and resilience for a smooth, luxurious writing experience. - • **See your creativity in motion:** Transparent brown skeleton body lets you watch the mesmerizing ink dance as you write. - • **Ink that keeps up with your hustle:** Generous 1.5ml plunger system ink reservoir means fewer refills and more uninterrupted flow. - • **Engineered for the discerning professional:** Vacuum plunger filling system combines vintage charm with modern practicality—no leaks, max ink storage. ## Overview The Pilot Custom 823 is a premium fountain pen featuring a unique vacuum plunger filling system with a large 1.5ml ink capacity, housed in a transparent brown resin body that showcases its intricate mechanism. Equipped with a 14K #15 fine nib, it offers a balanced writing experience combining softness and durability. Designed for professionals who value both form and function, it comes gift-boxed and is highly rated for smooth, consistent ink flow and elegant aesthetics. ## Description Special "CUSTOM" It can be said that "CUSTOM" is the glory name. Moderate thickness of axis, length, nib, and the sight that shaved extra decoration. The attitude to pursue supreme writing intently - this is the "CUSTOM". However this "CUSTOM 823" have very interesting sucking system. The system is "Plunger system". Enjoyable filling mechanism This system use nature of "vacuum". You can enjoy mechanism through skeleton body. Turn the knob and pull stick... pull, pull. Let's push the knob. The ink is filling in a moment ! And when you write, gently loosen the knob (for flowing ink to nib). Ink is dancing in the skeleton axis. Interesting. Can't forget the scene if you look once. Certainly you can't wait out of ink. So, please write, write, write ! But don't forget. This is "CUSTOM". Why Plunger system ? Please remember the general attitude of "CUSTOM". Usefulness for writing. "Plunger system" can pump up more ink (1.5ml). This is the most quantity among regular line. Around 1935 - using rotary system was not popular. The proposition was "prevent ink from leaking and store more quantity". Plunger system have both points. Now, cartridge and converter system become popular. But not be sepia color. nib Nib is 14K (#15), large size. It's majestic and arched shape is elegant. But of course, essence is writing touch. The moderate hardness can endure long time writing. And moderate softness tell characteristic repulsion. Good balance. Ink - This system is peculiar, so strongly recommend to use INK-70 (PILOT products). This bottle have ink reservoir. Equipped accessories - Of course, special box only. Cartridge ? Converter ? What is it ? Review: Fountain Pen Perfection - This is a beautiful pen. Since receiving it 3 weeks ago I don’t want to use any other pen in my collection. The nib is smooth and the pen is very comfortable. The spring loaded cap keeps it from drying out. The vac fill is cool and fun. I’ve put Diamine Sepia in it and it is a great match. While this is a pricier pen, I will say that I haven’t had the desire to even shop around for another pen or add another one to my collection since I received this, so maybe that is going to save me money in the long run. It is very similar in size and shape to my Esterbrook Estie. The writing experience with this nib is just tactile perfection. I have only put one ink in it, but I’m not finding the nib to be too wet nor too dry. Review: Pilot Custom 823 lives up to the hype - Amazing quality from pilot. With a 14k gold nib in extra fine, this pen is definitely worth your hard earned dollar. Considered a grail pen by many, once you write with it, you can feel its smoothness almost like you’re writing on butter. The ink reservoir also holds a very generous amount of ink. The best part of this pen is its vacuum style refill. I own many fountain pens but this, is my daily workhorse. Such an amazing pen! ## Features - Strange , but genealogy of "CUSTOM" - "Plunger system" - can pump up more ink (1.5ml) - Skeleton body - you can enjoy mechanism visually. - 14K (#15) nib - Majestic. Moderate softness and toughness for writing. - Equipped accessories : elegant gift box (filling mechanism is bulit in). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001AX9HZU | | Additional Features | Refillable | | Age Range (Description) | Teen | | Age Range Description | Teen | | Best Sellers Rank | #178,284 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #818 in Fountain Pens | | Body Shape | Round | | Brand | PILOT | | Brand Name | PILOT | | Closure Type | Snap | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 120 Reviews | | Drill Point | Fine | | Grip Type | Smooth | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Included Components | Elegant Gift Box | | Ink Base | Water | | Ink Color | Brown | | Item Dimensions | 5.84 x 0.61 x 0.61 inches | | Item Weight | 1.12 ounces | | Line Size | 0.3mm | | Manufacturer | PILOT | | Material | Body : resin, Cap : resin, nib : 14K (#15) | | Material Type | Body : resin, Cap : resin, nib : 14K (#15) | | Model Number | FKK3MRPBNF | | Pattern | single item | | Recommended Uses For Product | Writing | | Style | F | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen | | Writing Technique | fountain pen | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Teen - **Brand:** PILOT - **Color:** Brown - **Ink Color:** Brown - **Writing Instrument Form:** Fountain Pen ## Images ![PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418lNFjOqyL.jpg) ![PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31gDPEsuDsL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fountain Pen Perfection *by A***K on August 3, 2024* This is a beautiful pen. Since receiving it 3 weeks ago I don’t want to use any other pen in my collection. The nib is smooth and the pen is very comfortable. The spring loaded cap keeps it from drying out. The vac fill is cool and fun. I’ve put Diamine Sepia in it and it is a great match. While this is a pricier pen, I will say that I haven’t had the desire to even shop around for another pen or add another one to my collection since I received this, so maybe that is going to save me money in the long run. It is very similar in size and shape to my Esterbrook Estie. The writing experience with this nib is just tactile perfection. I have only put one ink in it, but I’m not finding the nib to be too wet nor too dry. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pilot Custom 823 lives up to the hype *by G***O on May 4, 2025* Amazing quality from pilot. With a 14k gold nib in extra fine, this pen is definitely worth your hard earned dollar. Considered a grail pen by many, once you write with it, you can feel its smoothness almost like you’re writing on butter. The ink reservoir also holds a very generous amount of ink. The best part of this pen is its vacuum style refill. I own many fountain pens but this, is my daily workhorse. Such an amazing pen! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast delivery, great packaging and writes like a dream. *by Z***K on August 21, 2017* Wonderful pen, this arrived 3 days before the estimated shipping dates, giving me a pleasant surprise, this shipped from Japan and I am in South East Asia, so don't expect yours to arrive within 3 days if you stay further to the west. On to the pen, I've been looking at vacuum filler demonstrators for a while, and can say that I've only seen this, the Twsbi Vac 700 and the Limited Edition Visconti Homo Sapiens. This Custom 823 and the Twsbi were both within my budget but I had to think long about this purchase as this costs 4 times of the Twsbi, I finally decided to go for the gold nibbed one as I had a good time with my Pilot Vanishing Point. Best purchase I have made, writes like a dream, the nib writes a slight bit finer than my Vanish Point Fine nib, but still thicker that a Lamy Safari EF or a Metropolitan F. The writing is effortless, the ink swishing around is a huge plus, I filled mine with Pilot Iroshizuku Syo-Ro and it looks great. Can't wait to write more with it! ## Frequently Bought Together - PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type/Transparent Brown (nib : Fine) - PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Take-Sumi, Bamboo Charcoal (Black) 50ml Bottle (69224) - PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Kon-Peki, Deep Blue (Turquoise Blue) 50ml Bottle (69212) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/21897646-pilot-custom-823-plunger-type-transparent-brown-nib-fine](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/21897646-pilot-custom-823-plunger-type-transparent-brown-nib-fine) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-06-03*