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Pilot Custom 742 Fountain Pen

Color: Black  · Ref: FKK-2000RB-F
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Authenticity
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Warranty
Official Pilot warranty
Shipping
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Returns
30 days from delivery

Overview

The Pilot Custom 742 in black combines a classic resin body and gold PVD trim with a No. 10 14k gold nib. Introduced in 1993 as a development of the Custom 74, the 742 adopted a larger nib and became a model centered on accommodating different handwriting styles and preferences.

The nib offers a smooth writing feel, while the model’s choice of writing characteristics reflects the Custom concept of serving individual preferences. A screw-on cap closes the fountain pen, and its cartridge/converter system accepts Pilot ink cartridges or a compatible Pilot CON-70 converter for bottled ink.

Made in Japan, it weighs 22 g capped.

At a glance
  • Resin body
  • Black finish
  • Gold PVD trim
  • 14k gold nib
  • Cartridge/converter filling system
  • Screw-on cap

Specs

Material
Resin
Material
14k gold
History
Collection Custom introduced in 1971 to accommodate individual writing preferences
Model Introduced in 1993 as a development of Custom 74
Nib
Physical size No. 10
Material 14k gold
Point Music
Brand Pilot
Filling
Compatible converter Pilot CON-70
System Cartridge / converter
Product
Collection Custom
Reference FKK-2000RB
Brand Pilot
Model Custom 742 Fountain Pen
Body
Material Resin
Trim Gold PVD
Color Black
Closure
System Screw-on
Weight
Capped 22 g
Origin
Country Japan

Questions & Answers

How should I remove the cap?

Unscrew the cap to open the fountain pen. The Custom 742 has a threaded closure, so the cap should not be pulled off.

Which cartridges and converters can I use?

It accepts Pilot IC-50 ink cartridges and is compatible with the Pilot CON-40 and CON-70 converters for bottled fountain pen ink.

How should I care for the resin exterior?

Clean the resin exterior with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid solvents and abrasive cleaners.

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