{"product_id":"pilot-metropolitan-fountain-pen","title":"Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Feel. Accessible Price.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePilot Metropolitan\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely regarded as the best entry-to-mid-level fountain pen available. Its solid brass barrel gives it a satisfying weight and premium feel, while the smooth steel nib delivers a consistently excellent writing experience straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid brass barrel with metal accents — premium look and feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth stainless steel nib — fine or medium available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one Pilot IC-50 ink cartridge and one squeeze converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Pilot IC-50 cartridges and CON converters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a range of sophisticated barrel finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan by Pilot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Is the Metropolitan suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The Metropolitan is one of the most recommended fountain pens for beginners due to its smooth nib, reliable ink flow, and premium construction at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: What ink system does the Metropolitan use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA: The Metropolitan comes with one IC-50 ink cartridge and a squeeze converter, allowing you to use both cartridges and bottled fountain pen ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: How heavy is the Metropolitan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA: The brass barrel gives the Metropolitan a satisfying weight of approximately 25g — heavier than plastic pens, which many writers find improves writing comfort and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Is the nib replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA: The Metropolitan’s nib unit can be swapped with other compatible Pilot nib units. Please check compatibility before purchasing replacement nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baoke","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":46621814456354,"sku":"PC5038RD","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":46621814489122,"sku":"PC5038BL","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bottle green","offer_id":46621814521890,"sku":"PC5038BG","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":46621814554658,"sku":"PC5038BR","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":46621814587426,"sku":"PC5038GY","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/3045\/6354\/files\/baoke-ceo-pc-5038-gel-pen-05-gel-pens-scooboo-759322.jpg?v=1787882392","url":"https:\/\/www.xypen.com\/products\/pilot-metropolitan-fountain-pen","provider":"XYPen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}