The 2026 Limited Edition Namiki Chinkin Wolf Moon is a magnificent testament to traditional Japanese craftsmanship and a breathtaking addition to the world of fine writing. Meticulously handcrafted in Japan by the renowned Kokkokai artisan group, this exceptional instrument is strictly limited to only 300 pieces worldwide. The masterpiece draws its inspiration from the "Wolf Moon," the traditional name given to the first full moon of January. Evoking the profound stillness of winter and the distant, echoing call of howling wolves, the motif serves as a powerful symbol of the unbreakable bonds of the pack and the fierce independence of the solitary wanderer. This striking contrast is captured through the depiction of a lone white wolf standing vigilant beneath a brilliant, silvery winter moon.
To bring this quiet, monochromatic landscape to life, Namiki’s artisans employed Chinkin, one of Japan’s most demanding and unforgiving traditional lacquer techniques. Since the design is carefully carved directly into a hardened lacquer surface, the process requires extraordinary precision and leaves absolutely no margin for error. These intricate grooves are then meticulously filled with precious metal powder and layered with white, light blue, and bluish-purple lacquer. The wolf, rugged cliff, and delicate winter flora are beautifully expressed through Hira Maki-e, while the cold atmosphere of the starry night sky is rendered using Togidashi Maki-e. A meticulously placed inlay of Raden (mother-of-pearl) forms the wolf’s eye, offering a sharp, piercing point of light that anchors the pen's restrained, cool-toned palette.
Beyond its visual splendor, the Wolf Moon is engineered for a superlative writing experience. The pen is appointed with a remarkably smooth #10 18-karat gold, rhodium-plated two-tone nib, available in Fine or Medium. For authentication of its extreme rarity, each pen features its unique serial number elegantly engraved on the top of the clip. Designed for versatility, the pen accepts both proprietary cartridges and bottled ink, arriving with a CON-70 converter and a complimentary bottle of Namiki black ink. This collector's piece is beautifully presented in a custom limited-edition Wolf Moon gift box, complete with a luxurious black, silky lining, ensuring an unboxing experience as sublime as the pen itself.
Namiki Chinkin Fountain Pen in Wolf Moon - 18K Gold Nib Specifications
- Limited Edition: 300 pieces worldwide
- Pen Body and Cap Material: Lacquered Metal
- Nib: #10 18k gold, rhodium plated two-tone nib (Available in fine & medium)
- Cap Type: Screw Cap
- Filling Mechanism: Cartridge/ Converter
- Pen Length (Open, cap off): 5 inches / 126 mm
- Pen Length (Open, cap posted): 6.5 inches / 164.2 mm
- Pen Diameter (Section) : 0.5 inches / 12 mm
- Pen Diameter (Cap) : .7 inches / 17.9 mm
- Grip Diameter: 0.4 inches/ 9.7mm
- Total Weight: 0.7 oz / 20.2 g
- Includes one Namiki black bottle ink
- Includes one CON-70 Converter
- Serial number engraved on the top of each clip
- Packaged in a limited edition Wolf Moon gift box with black, silky lining
- Handcrafted in Japan