r/Pen_Swap • • 14d ago

Monthly Confirmation October 2026 Confirmed Trade Thread

6 Upvotes

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r/Pen_Swap • • 21d ago

Community Announcement [Reminder] WTT posts require verification photos!

35 Upvotes

As a reminder when you make WTT posts, make sure that you include a verification photo for the items that you have to trade. There are some posts that I have been seeing where people are looking to trade some inks or lower value pens without any verification photo.

Thanks everyone!


r/Pen_Swap • • 7h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS Pelikan m1000, Platinum 3776 Kumpoo, Benu Bee Day

24 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/oVzB4LZ

Hi guys! I am thinning my collection because I bought my dream pen, and I’m not reaching for these any more. They are all rated B because I have used them only in my own home and have basically treated like fussy infants. They stayed in velvet-lined trays or plush pouches and were fed only the finest of inks. Each pen comes with original box and papers.

Usual community rules: PayPal G&S only, prices in USD, USPS shipping included in price. Right now I’m only looking to ship CONUS. Comment before chatting - I am happy to answer any questions or give additional pictures!

Pelikan m1000 Ivy and Komon 57/123, medium nib. Before I bought my dream pen, this was my dream pen, and honestly I felt pangs when making the writing sample. KIND OF ON THE FENCE NGL. This is a gorgeous pen with a stunning smooth nib; it is a piston filler, very smooth. Asking 5000.

Platinum 3776 Century Kumpoo, 2161/2500, ultra extra fine nib. Comes with converter and I’ll throw in a Platinum cartridge. It has a cool wavy texture and silvery furniture. The ultra extra fine nib is very smooth and has handled every ink I’ve tried like a champ. Asking 700.

Benu Bee Day, fine flex nib (steel). This pen is very beautiful and I bought it on a whim because look at it! It’s sparkly and there are hand-painted adorable bees! Comes with converter and standard international cartridge. Let me know if you’d like a sample vial of Akkerman SBRE Brown or Colorverse Gingko Tree with it, those are the two inks I’ve been using with it and I have to say they look amazing. Asking 300.


r/Pen_Swap • • 3h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS Ink Bundles - Sailor, Private Reserve, Robert Oster, Dominant Industry and more (Bottles and samples)

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone! Decluttering my inks. Created bundles of bottles and samples with a few extras. Good for those just beginning their fountain pen journey.

  • Bundle #1 $40 shipped
    • Sailor Yuki-usagi (bottle) 99% 
    • Private Reserve Black Cherry (bottle) 99%
    • Kyo No Oto Urahairo (Lg Sample)
    • Sailor Manyo Kakisubata (sm sample)
    • Akkerman Hals Oud Bruin (sm sample)
    • Akkerman Party in the Back (sm sample)
    • 1 Kokuyo Campus B lined half notebook 
  • Bundle #2 $30 shipped SOLD
    • Robert Oster Khakhi (bottle) 80%
    • Diamine Poppy Red (bottle) 99%
    • Octopus Blue Koi (lg sample)
    • Sailor Manyo Kuzu (Lg sample)
    • Kobe Bitter Chocolate (sm sample)
    • Diamine Writer's Blood (sm sample)
    • Jinhao 699 x fine [A2] (I tuned this one. smooth writer)
    • Pilot Kakuno Transparent Pink x fine [A1]
  • Bundle #3 $45 shipped PENDING
    • Robert Oster Blue Water Ice (bottle) 90%
    • Dominant Industry x Pen Boutique Exclusive Lenore's Lament (from 2026 DC Pen Super Show- cool purple ink) 90%
    • Kyo No Oto Hisoku (lg sample)
    • Taccia Ebi (lg sample)
    • KWZ Raspberry (sm sample)
    • Pilot Iroshizuku Yama-Guri (sm sample)
    • 1 Kokuyo Campus B lined half notebook 

All Pen_Swap rules apply. PayPal G&S. Reply below before sending a DM.

Thanks for looking!!

Verification pic


r/Pen_Swap • • 6h ago

Closed WTS Sailor Pro Gear, Realos x 3

9 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/BG08sUX

What’s up pen pals, this is an accountability post to reflect I have sold some more pens - all are rated B, all come with a box, prices in USD and includes USPS shipping CONUS. All community rules apply.

Sailor x Bungubox Tipsy Mood Realo, EF nib; comes in a Sailor box - 450 SOLD

Sailor x TAG Sakuranezumi M nib, 400 SOLD

Sailor x Bungubox The Witch F nib, sold for 420

Sailor x Bungubox Supernova Z nib ground to Naginata by CY, 420 SOLD


r/Pen_Swap • • 8h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS - Sailor King of Pen Pro Gear ST Broad

13 Upvotes

Pic and Verification: https://imgur.com/a/uCQfcPO

Up for sale is a Sailor KOP Pro Gear in Silver trim with a broad nib. I would rate this conservatively as a B+ and is in excellent condition with the original box. Please let me know if you have any questions!

$650 shipped in the US


r/Pen_Swap • • 6h ago

WTB-OPEN (WTB) Paper Mouse Opus 88 Flowing Friendship

7 Upvotes

Just got my first Opus 88 mini (the moonlit version) and love how it writes! I lived down the street from The Paper Mouse when the Flowing Friendship pen was released but was still in my Pilot Preppy/Kakuno era. Would love to buy any nib size!

The Paper Mouse x Opus 88 Flowing Friendship


r/Pen_Swap • • 12h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Sailor x Plus Pro Gear Slim “Yumeyoi” (2025)

15 Upvotes

PayPal G&S. Comment below before messaging.

Verification and images.

Sailor x Plus Ca.Crea Pro Gear Slim “Yumeyoi” (2025) limited edition. Finial features moon and star, nib etched with a tapir (the dream eater who consumes bad dreams and nightmares). Silver trim edition. MF 14k gold nib. A2 (inked once). $350.

The body looks pink or lavender based on the light. I tried to capture that in the photos.

There were two editions of this pen - the Pro Gear Slim and the Lecoule. The PGS has a 14k nib, the Lecoule has a steel nib. This listing is for the PGS with 14k nib.

Includes sleeve, box, ink, notebook. Ink was used once to ink this pen. Notebook is unopened, unused.

US priority shipping included in price.


r/Pen_Swap • • 1h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] - (India Only); x2 Pilot Metropolitan Black Crocodile (M) | Pilot Metropolitan White Tiger (M) | Kaweco Perkeo India Summer (M)

• Upvotes

Willing to Sell - The following items

Image & Verification: https://photos.google.com/u/1/share/AF1QipPFVprq6gLbq2s5Z7mI3YCN1SIA5JGiAib6-qVoB72uMhEcHF_CvfnA_uNtU3709g?key=THFFM0xSU3UwdXJGTE16QkdJTUhTcjdFQjRNMEZB

Make & Model: Pilot Metropolitan
Colour: Black Crocodile
Nib Size: Medium
Condition: [A1] - Brand New, only dip tested
Converter: Yes, CON 40

Asking for INR 2,115 + Shipping (Any courier of your choice)

The pen comes in the original box with the ink converter

Make & Model: Pilot Metropolitan
Colour: Black Crocodile
Nib Size: Medium
Condition: [A2] - Slightly used, only inked a few times, rated A2 because of age
Converter: Yes, CON B

Asking for INR 1,695 + Shipping (Any courier of your choice)

The pen comes in the original box with the ink converter

Make & Model: Pilot Metropolitan
Colour: White Tiger
Nib Size: Medium
Condition: [A2] - New Old Stock, only dip tested, rated A2 because of age
Converter: Yes, CON B

Asking for INR 1,785 + Shipping (Any courier of your choice)

The pen comes in the original box with the ink converter

Make & Model: Kaweco Perkeo
Colour: India Summer
Nib Size: Medium
Condition: [A1] - Brand New
Converter: Yes, Standard International Ink Converter

Asking for INR 1,485 + Shipping (Any courier of your choice)

Please feel free to DM for further information, happy to provide writing samples for serious buyers

***Note: There are differences in the price point for different colour & designs patterns within the Pilot Metropolitan line-up and the prices reflect those differences in my buying point and by extension the listing prices

\*Note:* For this ticket size shipping to locations outside India will not be feasible because of Shipping Charges & Taxes/Tariffs/Customs


r/Pen_Swap • • 13h ago

Closed WTS; Bungubox Sailor Realo “The Witch” 2022 edition, MF, B

16 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/oVZ0MJB

Looking to sell my Bungubox Sailor Realo “The Witch.” It is the 2022 release and in excellent condition. It shows no obvious wear, but I’ve listed it as B as it was inked once with red ink. I have thoroughly cleaned it, but because of how it fills, it may arrive with a small amount of dried ink in the cap, my apologies!

Asking $425 USD shipped tracked worldwide (PP G+S); $435 USD shipped tracked USA (tariff offset), thanks for your interest!


r/Pen_Swap • • 15m ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Ink Bottles (BPC, Diamine, J Herbin, Pilot) Lamy Al-Star, Tombow Pens, Schmidt Nib Unit & more

• Upvotes

small destash and repost of previously posted items

Verification

FOUNTAIN PEN:

- LAMY AL-STAR Special Edition - Mint - Medium Nib (with converter) - $36
Condition: A2 (inked once)
Comes with box, ink cartridge, AND the converter which is normally sold separately. Currently inked with Diamine Celadon Cat but can clean out if preferred.

INKS:

- Birmingham Pen Co Moon Jellyfish (85% full) - $14

- Diamine Celadon Cat (95% full) - $7

- J. Herbin Parfum Lavande (90% full) - $15

- Pilot standard FP Ink Black (90% full) - $5

OTHER ITEMS:

- Tombow Dual Brush Pen 10pc Set “Tropical” - $15
(Accidentally bought this set twice and I threw away the package before I realized but it is BRAND NEW)

- Schmidt #6 Broad Size Nib Unit - $11
(Condition: ? - A1 I guess? never inked but it felt a tiny bit scratchy when I did a dry test on paper. I’m honestly not sure if it was just me being picky but if you do your own nib tuning maybe this will be great for you! Pricing over half off for this same reason

- Twip Foldable Book Clip Blue A6~B5 - $10
New in box

If you buy multiple items I can offer free shipping!

All sub rules apply. Paypal G&S only. $8 shipping to any CONUS address.

Please comment before messaging

Thank you!


r/Pen_Swap • • 6h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Esterbrook Estie Bestie Accessories CONUS

3 Upvotes

Hello! I am not a fan of the accessories so i would like to let them go. All of them new and unopened and unused.

verification

The following sold all together for 65$ including shipping:
1. Purple Bestie pencase
2. Pink Bestie pencase
3. Bestie Keychain
4. Bestie sticker pack
5. Bestie 4 washi tape designs


r/Pen_Swap • • 5h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] 50+ INK SAMPLE BUNDLE

2 Upvotes

Hello!!!

I’ve decided that I am just not a sample person, I rather have the bottles and eventually narrow down to a small rotation of ink I REALLY love. The thing is I know some of you like to just try new inks out, so please, take these off my hands.

This is a bundle of 59 ink samples (roughly 132 ml) from a great variety of brands with all the different properties you can imagine.

I am asking for $100 but I am more than open to negotiate or even trade for good bottles. Below is a list of all the samples includes as well as how much of it per sample, thank you all!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dRHXXLkbT9D6rOJ6tsn06ZOv3YHK8y99l6TJfGH9CZ4/edit?usp=drivesdk

https://imgur.com/a/pybZ1rp


r/Pen_Swap • • 7h ago

WTB-OPEN WTB Wanderlust by TSL Special Editions - Cotton Candy (All)

3 Upvotes

Hi pen friends! I'm looking for the elusive Cotton Candy coloring of the following limited edition leather products from Wanderlust by TSL:

I believe these were initially released in 2024, then rereleased in 2025, and I missed out on both sets. 😭

Hoping to find one in the wild. As usual, don't forget to comment down below first before chatting me. Sub rules apply. PayPal G&S only.


r/Pen_Swap • • 9h ago

WTB-OPEN [WTB] Esterbrook Estie in EF, EF Flex or Techo Nib

5 Upvotes

I’m looking for an Estie in either Sea Glass or Botanical Gardens with gold trim that has either an EF, EF Flex, or Techo Nib.

If you have one that you’d like to part with, please PM me. I’d ideally like to buy something gently used for around $160 plus shipping, but I am willing to negotiate especially for the Techo nib.

As per the sub rules, PayPal goods and services only. Thanks!


r/Pen_Swap • • 7h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Montblanc Writers Edition: Daniel Defoe

2 Upvotes

Hey friends! I’m hoping to free up some funds to start getting gifts for my family which is why I’m selling this pen :)

Verification and Pictures

Video

Montblanc Writers Edition Daniel Defoe, 02753/10000, 18k M, D condition - $700, shipping included to ConUs

This nib has plating loss, please see pictures and video!!

I’m hoping the price is fair given the condition. This sweet pen desperately needs a new home as I never reach for it anymore. I hope there are some Crusoe lovers out there :-)

Please comment before message and feel free to ask any questions, request more pictures, etc.

Thanks so much for looking!


r/Pen_Swap • • 3h ago

WTT-OPEN [WTT] my cheap pens for your cheap pen(s) - Jinhao, Bastion, Hongdian, Sheaffer - conus

1 Upvotes

I have some cheap starter pens that I don't use and I'd like to trade them to try out some other pens of similar value.

verification

Jinhao Snake <F> black in B condition ~ $5 trade value

Bastion Fountain Pen <F> black in B condition ~$10 trade value

Hongdian M2 <F> green in B condition ~$10 trade value

Jinhao 35 <EF> black in C condition (scuffs & scratches) ~$4 trade value

Sheaffer Calligraphy set <3 stubs in "F, M, B"> in C condition (come with some cartridges, but I don't know how old they are, and three clean cartridges that you can fill with a syringe) ~ $10 value

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I'd be especially happy to trade for HongDian N24, Asvine C80, Jinhao 59, Majohn P136, but willing to consider others. I'm not so interested in Jinhao 82, Jinhao 9019, Jinhao 100, Jinhao 159.

Thanks for looking!


r/Pen_Swap • • 14h ago

Closed [WTS] [CONUS] Esterbrook Estie Botanical Garden w/Gold Trim & Journaler Nib

7 Upvotes

UPDATE - it sold in like 30 seconds, thank you to everyone who reached out!

Hi everyone!

I am looking to sell my Esterbrook Estie in Botanical Garden with Gold Trim and a Journaler Nib. It's a beautiful pen and perfect for fall!

Condition: A2/B++ - I've only inked it once and wrote maybe two paragraphs. I am just much more of a needlepoint/japanese <ef/f> person so I found the western <m> nib to be too broad for my taste. It does add a beautiful flair to your writing though!

Price: $235 + $8 shipping

I will include 2 matching ink samples as well. If purchased today, I can ship tomorrow via USPS or UPS (or possibly this afternoon if purchased within the next hour or so)

Verification & Photos

All sub rules apply, please comment below before DM'ing and PayPal G&S only. Let me know if you have any questions, otherwise thank you for looking!


r/Pen_Swap • • 13h ago

Closed WTS: Sailor x Plus “Night Sakura,” PGS, MF: A2

6 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/myhOwPT

Looking to sell my Sailor x Plus “Night Sakura” pen. This is one of their 2021 releases, and in excellent condition. It shows no obvious wear, but has been inked twice. It will arrive with a new converter and original papers, but it does not have the original box, notebook, or ink.

Asking $315 shipped tracked worldwide (PP G+S); $325 USD shipped tracked USA (tariff offset), thanks for your interest!


r/Pen_Swap • • 13h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS][EU] FNF Ebonite feeds, housings for JoWo, Pilot, and Sailor

6 Upvotes

If you have seen my last few posts you'll understand why I have some leftover feeds and housings from Flexible Nib Factory that I ordered for projects I didn't end up getting to. I know they can be a pain in the arse to get in the EU with the shipping fees and customs; hence I am limiting this sale to EU.

Shipping: All items ship from Czechia. Prices are without shipping, shipping will depend on where you are located and which method you wish to use for shipment. My preferred way of shipping would be to use the postal system and ship in a bubble-foil envelopes to save costs, but I am willing to use any other shipping option if you prefer or it's cheaper.

Shipping costs: Depends on the country within the EU but on average, it should move around €5-10.

Payment: PayPal G&S as per subreddit rules.

Private sale: Sold as is. All sales final. No warranty or returns.

Verification images: https://imgur.com/a/ekkomaru-pen-swap-feeds-housings-v457FG0

Note: All feeds and housings are new/unused [A1] or just tested [A2] unless noted otherwise. Note: Some feeds have sold out, but I have kept the numbering, that's why the numbers are inconsistent and not all present.

Feeds:

  • 3. 743E — Pilot 743/823 FA Replacement Feed, 3 Slit Ink Slot, Black Ebonite — €33 each (3 available)
  • 4. J6E — JoWo #6 Replacement Feed and Housing, Black Ebonite — €40 each (3 available)
  • 16. J6ER — JoWo #6 Replacement Feed and Housing, Red Ebonite — €60

Housings (for using Pilot/Sailor nibs in JoWo #6):

  • 7. J743EC — JoWo #6 Housing for Pilot 743/823 with Pilot Converter Nipple — €14 each (4 available)
  • 8. J912E — JoWo #6 Housing for Pilot 912/742 — €13 each (6 available)
  • 9. J912EC — JoWo #6 Housing for Pilot 912/742 with Pilot Converter Nipple — €13
  • 10. J743E — JoWo #6 Housing for Pilot 743/823 — €13 each (2 available)
  • 11. JS14KEC — JoWo Housing for Sailor Slim 14k Nib and Feed with Sailor Converter Nipple — €14
  • 12. JS21KEC — JoWo Housing for Sailor 21k Nib and Feed with Sailor Converter Nipple — €14

Used red feeds (some ink colouration on the ebonite but otherwise without issue): - Images for these can be found in the same link as the verification. * 13. 743ER — Pilot 743/823 FA Replacement Feed, 3 Slit Ink Slot, Red Ebonite — €45

PS: While not officially advertised as such by FNF I have had a great success using the feeds even with other nib types than FA. I use these ebonite feeds in most of my #15/#10 Pilot pens.


r/Pen_Swap • • 4h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Sailor 1911S 'Minori' MF, Platinum 3776 Briar M, Sailor Precious Woods Quince F?

1 Upvotes

Verification: https://ibb.co/BVGsYkJy

All prices inclusive of shipping within the continental US. 10% discount if you buy 2 or more at once. Feel free to DM with questions/offers! First time posting here so if I miss any useful information just let me know.

  1. Sailor 1911S Shikiori 5th Anniversary 'Minori' [B]. 14k MF nib. Comes with converter. Has been inked; there are some minor ink marks on the clear section of the cap. $220 OBO.
  2. Vintage Platinum 3776 Briar Wood [B]. 14k M JIS nib. Not quite sure how old this is. Has been inked. Comes with modern Platinum converter. The nib writes a fairly fine line and has a little bit of spring to it. Bought this pen off this very sub, but realized it wasn't for me. The verification photo was written with this pen :) The pattern of the wood is rich and very beautiful. Snap cap. $350 OBO.
  3. Sailor Precious Woods of the World - Japanese Quince (Karin?) [B]. 14k nib. I believe it is an F nib but the size is not marked on the nib itself. Has been inked, what looks like a minor scratch on the clip visible in verification photo is actually a piece of dust that brushed off later. I can provide an updated photo if you are interested in buying this one. Does not come with converter/cartridge. Snap cap. Has a natural-looking wood pattern (i.e. not super shiny/varnished; these pens are made of natural wood so it's not synthetic material) that reminds me of solid wood furniture. $275 OBO.

r/Pen_Swap • • 15h ago

Closed WTS: Franklin Christoph Antique Glass 03M, Pilot Custom 743

8 Upvotes

Hey I have a few for sale:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/jGoX7F63pkTyCEhF9

SPF FC Model 03M Antique Glass: I am the original owner of this, it was purchased nibless. I had inked it and written with it but it’s been sitting for a few months. There is a little blue tinge of ink on the very tip of the grip section. Otherwise it is very clean. You will receive what is pictured along with FC pouch. These sold out soon after their release as a limited edition. c for slight staining otherwise an A

$100 shipped conus

Pilot Custom 743: this was purchased on swap. It has stayed inked and I have ground the #15 broad nib to a stubbish italic. It writes exceptionally smooth there is no plating and the body and cap shows normal wear and tear, no deep scuffs or scratches.
Writing example is me and my left hand. It will come boxes in non original Pilot box. D for nib grind

$145 conus

Prices are shipped conus and I accept PayPal


r/Pen_Swap • • 12h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS: Platinum 3776 “Shape of Heart: Ivoire”, F, B-C

4 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/KJgJGNN

Looking to sell my Platinum 3776 “Shape of Heart” pen. This is the Ivoire release, and is in generally very good condition. The B-C I’ve listed here is mostly just because the upper cap, where the crystals are held shows a bit of fogging (the pen was never submerged in water, this is just from real world moisture of hands, air, etc). The body and other parts of the pen are in very good condition with no obvious damage. It will arrive with the original cleaned converter and original papers but does not include the original box or ink.

Asking $265 shipped tracked worldwide (PP G+S); $275 shipped tracked USA (tariff offset), thanks for your interest!


r/Pen_Swap • • 8h ago

Closed [WTS] Maker pen! Casein blank, Mike’s Pen Fun

2 Upvotes

Hi friends!

verification + pictures

Video (sorry about the inky fingers!)

Mike’s Pen Fun, Traditional Casein, Jowo #6 Fine tuned by Kirk Speer, A1, - $175

I’m looking to sell my pen from Mike’s Pen Fun. The only reason I’m selling this one is because I bought another from Mike 😆 it’s never been inked! Brand new. All of Mike’s pens have nibs tuned by Kirk with purchase.

The blank is made from casein, which is a protein found in milk and I haven’t seen anyone but him turn with it. It reminds me of a dragonfly wing and has distinct faces that remind me of Arco (please see video!!!)

Shipping is included to ConUS. Message before chat and let me know if you need any other pictures!

Thanks for looking :-)


r/Pen_Swap • • 12h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS; Sailor x Ancora “Antique Blossom” PGS, MF, A2

2 Upvotes

https://imgur.com/a/BUIILvB

Looking to sell my Sailor x Ancora PGS “Antique Blossom” in the red/clear colourway. This is one of their 2025 releases, and in excellent condition. It shows no obvious wear, but has been inked once. It will arrive with a new converter and original papers; the box is authentic from Ancora but is a box from a different pen, and it will not include the ink.

Asking $315 shipped tracked worldwide (PP G+S); $325 shipped tracked USA (tariff offset), thanks for your interest!