Pilot Vanishing Point Fountain Pen - A Limited Edition History

A visual look back at all of the annual limited edition Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pens that have been available in the United States. The Pilot Vanishing Point is a click-retractable fountain pen, featuring an 18k gold nib. Each year, Pilot releases a numbered limited edition in a new material.

Our history as a Pilot retailer only goes back to 2011, but we dug up some official info on some colors that pre-date Goulet Pens! Enjoy. :)


2025: Link Midnight

This edition features a barrel adorned with a deep blue textured pattern reminiscent of woven metalwork—a nod to both engine-turned Guilloche designs and modern mesh textiles. 

2024: GPC 15th AnniversaryPilot Vanishing Point Fountain Pen - GPC 15th Anniversary (Limited Edition)

The GPC anniversary pen features a striking ombre gradient that goes from pink to blue, to teal. We loved incorporating our Goulet Pens brand colors into this design!


2024: Seashore

Pilot Vanishing Point 2024 Limited Edition Seashore

Pilot Corporation of America proudly presents the 2024 Limited Edition Vanishing Point, Seashore. Inspired by the serene beauty and captivating colors of the coastline, Seashore embodies the tranquil essence of sandy shores meeting the endless depths of the ocean.


2023: Kanreki

Pilot 2023 Kanreki coloration

Kanreki (還暦), in the traditional Japanese calendar, celebrates 60 years of life and renewal, based on the ancient lunar calendar. 60 years is the mark for a completed calendar cycle and symbolizes rebirth. Red is the established color that represents protection and is adorned for such a meaningful event. For 2023, Pilot proudly honors the Vanishing Point with the Kanreki Limited Edition that features a symbolic red and hi-gloss finish.


2022: Coral Red

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen in Coral Red

The 2022 Vanishing Point Limited Edition Collection is called Red Coral. Pilot chose the red coral that grows at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea as the inspiration for the 2022 Limited Edition Vanishing point for its glimmering, vibrant red hues.


2021: Black Ice

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Black Ice on a notebook

This 2021 limited edition Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen has an ombré blue to black barrel with black accents. 


2020: Link Black

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Link Black

This edition features a barrel adorned with a black textured pattern reminiscent of woven metalwork—a nod to both engine-turned Guilloche designs and modern mesh textiles. The result is a complex surface that offers a striking visual shimmer and a uniquely tactile writing experience.


2019: Tropical Turquoise

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Tropical Turquoise

This 2019 limited edition Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen has a turquoise barrel with rhodium accents and black swirls. 


2018: Crossed Lines

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen  Crossed Lines

2017: Crimson Sunrise

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen  Crimson Sunrise

2016: Guilloche

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen  Guilloche on a box

2015: Twilight

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Twilight on a notebook

2014: Copper

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Copper on a box

2013: Maple Wood (50th Anniversary)

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Maple


2012: Charcoal Marble

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Charcoal Marble

  

2011: Pink

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Pink

  

2010: Ice Green

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Ice Green

 

2009: Vivid Red

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Vivid Red

 

2008: Purple

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Purple

 

2007: Orange

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Orange

 

2006: Ice Blue

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Ice Blue

 

2005: Red Carbonesque

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Red Carbonesque

 

2004: Mandarin

Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen Mandarin

 

Assorted Pilot Vanishing Point fountain pen LE pens