Pelikan M1000 Sunrise Raden Fountain Pen Limited Edition

The Pelikan M1000 Sunrise Raden was released in summer 2016 as a limited edition of 333 pieces worldwide

Raden Technique: Crafted with Japanese maki‑e and raden processes—deep red urushi lacquer is layered, then inlaid with abalone shell stripes, lacquered and polished to a radiant finish.

Visual Effect: Shell inlays reflect vibrant tones—crimson, yellow, purple, red, blue—evoking the colors of dawn

Artisan Signature: Each pen is individually signed and numbered using Maki-e, reinforcing artisan authenticity

Unique Numbering: Each pen is individually signed and numbered, confirming its artisan-crafted authenticity

Trim & Hardware: Elegant 24 k gold-plated furniture (cap rings, clip, piston knob), and a rhodium-decorated 18 kt two-tone gold nib

Luxury Presentation: Each pen arrives in a handcrafted Paulownia wood box with a certificate of authenticity 

Trim: 24‑carat gold-plated clip and furniture, including distinctive beak‑style clip

Gold-plated cap rings, clip, piston knob, and 24K gold cap-top; fitted with an 18 kt two-tone gold nib enhanced with rhodium 

Nib : 18K gold, two-tone, sizes: EF, F, M, B.

Filling Mechanism: Classic Pelikan piston-filler, visible through clear barrel

Specifications

Length (Capped): Approximately 146 mm (5.56 inches)

Length (Posted): Approximately 180 mm (6.45 inches)

Diameter (Body): Approximately 14.1 mm (0.53 inches)

Weight: Approximately 34 g (1.0 oz)

The M1000 Sunrise Raden (已暁 “Akatsuki”) is a radiant, dawn-hued marvel—melding rich red urushi with luminous abalone inlay in Japan’s revered rade­n technique. Limited to 333, signed and cased, and featuring Pelikan’s top-tier nib and piston mechanism, it stands as one of the most beautiful and collectible entries in the M1000 Raden series.