The Pilot Custom 823 may not be the most ground-breaking fountain pen out there, but the fact that it has a huge ink capacity paired with an 14-karat gold nib and a price point that isn’t that far from entry-level pens makes it a great pick for those looking for superb performance on a budget. It is well-balanced and has a vacuum-filling system considered innovative during its launch in the early 2000s and has since been seen in other fountain pens, including vacuum-fillers from TWSBI. It can hold up to 2.5ml of ink, making it the perfect every day writer and travel companion. 

We have for sale a brand new Pilot Custom 823 Amber with an M nib and an elegant translucent barrel that allows you to check for ink levels. It comes complete with its box, papers, and ink bottle. 

Length capped: 14.9 cm. 
Length uncapped: 13.1 cm.