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Why We Love It

Reviewers praise the Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen for its refined design and smooth writing performance. The two-tone gold nib is often lauded for providing a luxurious writing experience, while the pen's balanced weight ensures comfortable use. Users also love the polished black lacquer finish, saying it adds to the pen's timeless appeal.

Pros

  • Elegant design
  • Smooth writing
  • Balanced weight

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Ink flow may need adjustment

Black lacquer fountain pen with 23k gold-plated appointments

The Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen is a beautifully crafted writing instrument known for its timeless appeal and superior writing performance. It features a hand-finished, polished black lacquer barrel, 23k gold-plated appointments, and a two-tone rhodium-plated 18k gold nib. Its balanced weight and size ensure a comfortable writing experience, making it ideal for anyone who appreciates quality and style.

Product Comparison

Compare features across all products in this category

6 Features 3 Products Updated Oct 12, 2025
Product Smooth Writing Nib Material Filling System Barrel Material Weight Design Features
2 Parker Duofold Centennial Classic Black Fountain Pen
Yes 18k Solid Gold Cartridge/Converter Black Resin Medium Gold-Plated Trim
4 Pelikan Souveran 800 Black/Blue Fountain Pen
Yes 18k Gold Piston High-Quality Resin Medium Distinctive Blue and Black Stripes
5 Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen
Yes 18k Two-Tone Gold Cartridge/Converter Black Lacquer Balanced 23k Gold-Plated Appointments
2

Parker Duofold Centennial Classic Black Fountain Pen

Smooth Writing
Yes
Nib Material
18k Solid Gold
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Barrel Material
Black Resin
Weight
Medium
Design Features
Gold-Plated Trim
4

Pelikan Souveran 800 Black/Blue Fountain Pen

Smooth Writing
Yes
Nib Material
18k Gold
Filling System
Piston
Barrel Material
High-Quality Resin
Weight
Medium
Design Features
Distinctive Blue and Black Stripes
5

Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen

Smooth Writing
Yes
Nib Material
18k Two-Tone Gold
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Barrel Material
Black Lacquer
Weight
Balanced
Design Features
23k Gold-Plated Appointments

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