Ranga Model 3C Bakul (matte) Ebonite with Bock XXXF nib

Description:
Ranga pens are one of the leading Indian pen manufacturers and often offer group buys on the fountain pen network, which is where I bought this.

The pen is handmade from premium Golden Brown ebonite which I opted to have in the more unusual Bakul (matte) - or unpolished finish).

Like many Indian pens, capped it's quite big but the ebonite makes it light and uncapped it's a nice size. It can be posted but this makes it huge. In this model, the step between the grip section and the barrel is nicely graduated and the screw threads are smooth making for a comfortable writing experience.

The nib is a Bock #250 (equivalent to a #6) Titanium XXXF custom grind from fpnibs.com which can be very scratchy depending on the ink used but gives an ultra fine line.

Filling system: cartridge converter included and it can be eye-droppered (but please let me know if you're returning it like this!)

Dimensions:
Length capped: 15 cm (6”)
Length posted: 18.8cm (7.4”)
Section diameter: 1.2cm (0.5”)
Body diameter 1.4cm (0.55”)
Weight (empty): 26g

Condition:
Excellent - well used but no scratches or chips or dents. Posting is fine.

Blemishes:
None

Replacement Value:
Around £150 for pen and custom grind.

Shipping:
Shipping cost is for UK only, Royal mail Signed for 2nd Class. Not available to hire outside the UK.

Packaging:
Packaging was minimal with this pen but it will arrive packaged in a re-useable metal tin to protect it during postage. Please return it in the same tin.

Other instructions:
None.

Choice of ink:
I have a wide range of inks and these are all listed on my profile, please choose which you'd like to try. If you'd rather receive the pens empty, that's fine too - just let me know.

Country: United Kingdom
Availability check: Available
Brand: Other
Pen price (not rental value): £50 - £100
Pen type: Modern
Nib width: UEF: Ultra Extra Fine
Nib speciality: None
Nib material: Steel

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