The Platinum Preppy 1980 Retro Collection brings back the classic aesthetic of the original 1980 release in a special edition series. Designed with bold, opaque barrels and contrasting black caps, these pens pay homage to more than four decades of Platinum history while delivering modern, reliable writing performance. Available in Pink, Violet, Green, or Blue, this collection offers a vibrant mix of vintage styling and smooth, low-maintenance everyday writing.
Equipped with a durable stainless steel nib, each pen features Platinum's proprietary Slip & Seal mechanism, which prevents the nib from drying out even after a full year without use. The pen includes one Platinum ink cartridge to get started right away, but it also adapts easily to different writing setups. It accepts a Platinum converter for bottled ink, or it can be converted into an eyedropper pen with an O-ring and silicone grease to maximize total ink capacity.
Platinum Preppy 1980 Original Fountain Pen Specifications
- Available in Pink, Violet, Green or Blue
- Body Material: Polycarbonate plastic
- Cap Type: Slip & Seal mechanism (prevents ink from drying out)
- Nib Material: Stainless steel (available in Extra Fine, Fine, or Medium nib sizes)
- Filling System: Cartridge / Converter
- Ink Compatibility: Platinum proprietary ink cartridges (1 black cartridge included) or Platinum converter (sold separately)