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Colour is a language. The Platinum PROCYON PNS-5000 speaks it fluently. One of Platinum’s most visually striking fountain pens, the PROCYON pairs a precision iridium-tipped steel nib with a boldly coloured resin barrel that makes it as pleasurable to look at as it is to write with. Available in seven expressive colourways — Turquoise, Persimmon, Lemon, Deep Sea, Ceramic White, Carmine, and Dark Mica — and two nib widths — F (0.38mm) for precise, fine writing and M (0.5mm) for a smoother, broader line — the PROCYON is a fountain pen designed to be chosen personally, used daily, and noticed immediately.
Engineered in Japan. Built to write for a lifetime.
The PROCYON is available in two nib widths. Japanese nib sizing runs slightly narrower than European equivalents — keep this in mind when selecting.
One of the PROCYON’s most practical features is its Slip & Seal cap — Platinum’s proprietary inner cap system that creates an airtight seal around the nib when the pen is capped. Unlike standard fountain pens that can dry out within hours or days of being left uncapped, the Slip & Seal mechanism keeps the nib hydrated and ready to write for extended periods — even after weeks of disuse. For writers who carry multiple pens or use their PROCYON intermittently, this feature alone makes it a standout choice in its price category.
A: The PROCYON PNS-5000 is available in seven barrel colours — Turquoise, Persimmon, Lemon, Deep Sea, Ceramic White, Carmine, and Dark Mica — and two nib sizes: F (Fine, 0.38mm) and M (Medium, 0.5mm). Select your preferred combination from the options above before adding to cart.
A: The PROCYON PNS-5000 features a stainless steel nib with an iridium tip. The iridium tipping provides smooth, consistent ink flow and long-term wear resistance. It is not a gold nib — for a gold nib option, please see Platinum’s higher-tier models such as the Century 3776.
A: If you have small, neat handwriting, prefer fine lines, write in Japanese or other complex scripts, or want ink to dry quickly — choose F (0.38mm). If you have larger handwriting, write in Western scripts, prioritise smooth flow, or prefer a more expressive line — choose M (0.5mm). Note that Japanese nibs run slightly narrower than European equivalents; an F from Platinum writes closer to a European EF.
A: The Slip & Seal cap is Platinum’s proprietary inner cap mechanism that creates an airtight seal around the nib when capped. This prevents ink from evaporating and the nib from drying out, even if the pen is left unused for weeks. It is one of the PROCYON’s most practical features and a key reason many writers choose Platinum over other brands in this price range.
A: The PROCYON accepts standard Platinum ink cartridges (short and long) and is also compatible with the Platinum PQR-200 piston converter and Platinum CONV-800A vacuum converter (both sold separately), allowing you to use any bottled fountain pen ink.
A: Yes, with a compatible converter. Using the PQR-200 or CONV-800A converter, you can fill the PROCYON with any standard bottled fountain pen ink from any brand. We recommend thoroughly flushing the pen with clean water before switching between ink brands or colours.
A: Yes. The PROCYON is widely regarded as an excellent mid-range fountain pen that is approachable for beginners while satisfying for experienced users. The steel nib is smooth and forgiving, the cartridge system is simple to use, and the Slip & Seal cap means it will still write reliably even if you forget about it for a few weeks.
A: The Preppy is Platinum’s entry-level pen — affordable and functional but with a plastic body and basic construction. The PROCYON is a significant step up: resin barrel, iridium-tipped steel nib, Slip & Seal cap, and a premium aesthetic. The Century 3776 is Platinum’s flagship — featuring a 14K gold nib and elevated materials throughout. The PROCYON sits comfortably in the mid-range sweet spot between everyday accessibility and genuine quality.
