Identification of Pilot Crane Maki-E Pen Information/Artist

[Atrocity]

Hello Everyone!

I recently purchased this pen, and am eager to learn as much about it as possible. What are the best resources for any information on this pen? I would love to learn as much about its entire history as I am able to. From the artist, to any of the old marketing information or catalog information, or pictures of the original box and papers, etc. etc. I have no idea what I bought or if I got a good deal, I just know I love the look of it and can't wait for it to arrive. As far as I can tell its from the 70's? Thanks!

Edited Wednesday at 09:52 PM by Atrocity
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[Atrocity]

Just an update, I did some research on my own through google, and I think a combination of keywords finally paid off. I would love confirmation that this is a Yukari Double Crane by Masato Sato, c. 1995. 

If I am correct, I would love any more information that can be found about this pen, once I get it in hand I'll include the nib number. What is the best resource outside of google to learn more about this specific pen, its concept, design, original packaging, etc?

Thank you!

[PithyProlix]

Sorry, not Masato Sato. The signature signifies Kokkokai, Pilot/Namiki's group of maki-e artisans. If it were an individual artist, the individual signature would also be included. 

 

This appears to be more of an 'entry level' maki-e pen in Pilot/Namiki's stable at the time, around 1986 until ? (There is likely a date code on the nib, inside the grip/section. Last two digits will indicate the year.) "Pilot" branding is generally - but not always - used for lower-level pens; "Namiki" higher level. The pattern is called "Soukaku" (cranes). Yukari refers to the size of the pen.

 

I have the same pen with a different pattern - "Aka Fuji" (red Mt. Fuji). It's a good pen. Enjoy!

[Atrocity]

Thank you so much for the clarification, I had found a couple of old auction postings with pictures, and was working off of the information they had. 

I will definitely report the date code on the nib, and any more information, once it's in hand. Thank you once again for the information, I really appreciate it.