Monteverde Dakota Fountain Pen - Stainless Steel
The Monteverde Dakota fountain pen is compact when closed, but a full-sized pen when posted. The Slip-In cap has an oh-so-satisfying feel. This fountain pen features a stainless steel barrel and cap with silver trim and a JoWo #5 steel nib.
The Stainless Steel variant offers timeless appeal with its brushed matte finish. Stainless steel is durable, corrosion-resistant, and built to last through daily use. Its natural weight provides a balanced feel in hand, while chrome trim adds modern sophistication.
Inspired by the Douglas C-47 Skytrain—the Dakota aircraft that played a pivotal role in World War II—the Monteverde Dakota collection honors the 80th anniversary of the war's end. The pen's pocketable design transforms from compact to full-sized when posted, making it easy to carry and use however you prefer. The innovative SLIP-IN CAP™ glides effortlessly into place with a gentle push, delivering an airtight seal that keeps your ink fresh. The cap is adorned with an engraved Dakota plane propeller, adding a nostalgic touch.
The Dakota features a premium JoWo #5 nib from Germany, offered in Extra-Fine, Fine, and Medium point sizes. Renowned for precision and smooth performance, it delivers a luxurious writing experience with every stroke. The fountain pen fills via standard international short ink cartridges or a full-sized standard international push-in piston converter (included). Elegantly packaged in a luxury gift box with a military green themed sleeve adorned with a propeller logo, it makes the perfect gift.
More about the Douglas C-47 Skytrain:
This aircraft was instrumental during crucial moments of the World War II, most notably on D-Day, June 6, 1944. During this pivotal operation, the C-47 Skytrain was vital in executing Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy. It transported thousands of paratroopers, including the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, and delivered essential supplies and equipment to the landing forces.
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- Condition
- New
- Brand
- Monteverde
- Type
- Fountain Pens
- Color
- Silver/Grey
- Demonstrator
Whether or not the barrel of the pen is translucent, allowing you to see the ink and filling mechanism inside.
- No
- Body Material
- Stainless steel
- Cap Type
How the cap is opened/closed from the barrel of the pen. Some common options include Snap-Cap, Screw-Cap, Magnetic Cap, or Capless (no cap).
- Snap-cap
- Compatible inks & refills
Which ink this pen will accept. Choices include bottled ink and various styles of pre-filled ink cartridges.
- Bottled ink, Standard international short ink cartridges
- Filling Mechanism
How the pen fills with ink. Click here to watch our video tutorial on common filling mechanisms.
- Cartridge, Converter
- Grip Material
- Resin
- Nib Size
- Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium
- Nib Color
- Silver
- Nib Material
- Steel
- Postable
Whether or not the cap fits securely onto the back of the barrel when open.
- Yes
- Retractable
Whether or not the nib/tip can retract into the body of the pen (usually for click or twist-open style pens).
- No
- Trim
- Silver
- Diameter - Body
- 12.7mm (0.50in)
- Diameter - Cap (without clip)
- 12.7mm (0.50in)
- Diameter - Cap (with clip)
- 16.5mm (0.65in)
- Diameter - Grip (mm)
Measured from the place most people choose to rest their fingers, which varies with each pen.
- 8.3mm
- Length - Body
The measurement from the back end of the barrel to the tip of the nib.
- 118.5mm (4.67in)
- Length - Cap
- 78.9mm (3.11in)
- Length - Nib
The measured length of the visible portion of the nib when it is installed in the pen, from grip to tip.
- 16.7mm (0.66in)
- Length - Overall (Closed)
- 121.5mm (4.78in)
- Length - Overall (Posted)
When the cap of the pen is posted onto the back of the pen body, this is the measurement of the entire pen including the nib.
- 155.9mm (6.14in)
- Weight - Body
If a converter is included with the pen, this weight is reflected in the total.
- 19g (0.67oz)
- Weight - Cap
- 10g (0.35oz)
- Weight - Overall (g)
- 29.0g
- Max Ink Capacity - Cartridge
The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a cartridge.
- 0.98ml
- Max Ink Capacity - Converter
The maximum volume of ink that can fit in the pen when using a converter.
- 0.77ml
