The Pilot Capless (known as the Vanishing Point in the USA) is the world's only push button retractable fountain pen! A simple press of the button in the end extends the nib just like a ballpoint and when the nib is retracted a trapdoor closes behind it forming an airtight seal to prevent drying out. A product rich in both history and performance, its brilliant design and ingenious technology make it a pen for the new age. A larger size, durable metal body and attractive appointments make the Capless unmistakably unique. Available in solid colours of black, blue, red with gold plated fittings , and black or blue carbonesque finishes with rhodium accents. All are fitted with an 18 karat gold medium nib and a converter for using bottled ink. My husband always uses one when he is visiting factories as it is so convenient for taking notes. Truly this is a fountain pen for those who write on the move!