Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen (White - 2.0MM) 12-0137-210

Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen (White - 2.0MM) 12-0137-210

• Model / Code: 12?0137?210

• Color / Finish: White (body) with accent (green accent on nib)

• Nib Size / Type: 2.0?mm italic / calligraphy nib, stainless steel

• Body Material: Resin / PC resin (hollow design)

• Nib Material: Steel / stainless steel

• Weight (approx.): ~?6.6 g (for this size variant)

• Barrel Dimensions: Diameter ~?10.7 mm; full length when in writing mode (nib extended) vs shortened when nib is stored backward in barrel

• Barcode / EAN: 4901680166849 

• Packaging: Comes in a Sailor paper box / presentation box

• Product Type: Dip pen (not fountain) — cannot accept cartridges or be filled internally with ink

• Nib Storage: The pen lacks a snap cap; instead, the nib can be unscrewed and reversed into the barrel for safe transport / storage

Design & Functional Features

Modular / Interchangeable Nib Design

The Hocoro pen is built for modularity. The 2.0?mm nib screws into the barrel and can be removed or swapped with other nibs in the Hocoro line (e.g. fine, medium, 1.0 mm calligraphy, fude) 
This design lets users experiment with different writing styles or line widths using the same pen body.

Reservoir / Feed System

While strictly a dip pen, some versions include a small reservoir / feed (especially the 2.0 mm variant) behind the nib, which allows more ink to flow between dips and extends writing duration. 
This reservoir is ABS resin and holds extra ink momentarily to smooth out the flow.

Lightweight & Hollow Barrel

The barrel is hollow (no ink storage) to keep the pen light and comfortable for extended use
Since the barrel is resin / PC resin, it offers a balance between durability and lightness. 

Storage of Nib in Barrel

Because there is no cap, Sailor’s clever design lets you screw the nib backwards into the barrel when not in use, protecting the tip and eliminating the need for a separate cap 

Writing Experience & Capabilities

• Ink Compatibility: Works well with fountain pen inks and other water-based inks (excluding very viscous or particulate-heavy inks)Line & Stroke Characteristics: With a 2.0 mm italic nib, expect broad, expressive strokes. The nib’s shape emphasizes variation, especially with shading or ink shading inks 

• Cleaning / Switching Colors: One of the primary advantages is quick cleanup — rinse the nib with water and wipe dry, and the pen is ready for another ink. This makes rapid ink changes feasible. 

• Maintenance: Because nibs are steel and non-flex, they tend to be robust; but as with any dip pen, gentle handling and good cleaning will prolong life. Some users report issues of cracking in the barrel over time with disuse or stress. 

• Feed / Reservoir Note: Some models (e.g. the 2.0 mm) come with the reservoir, but not all nibs include this. The feed helps stabilize ink flow and reduce how often one must re-dip.

Known Issues & Practical Considerations

• Barrel Cracking: A few users report the tail / body cracking after months of use or even inactivity. > “I bought three Sailor Hocoro dip pens… all their tails have cracked in almost the exact same spot.”

• Nib Feedback / Scratchiness: Some users describe the fude nibs (or even the italic nibs) as scratchy or having noticeable feedback, and some smooth the nibs with micro-mesh to improve performance. 

• Not Suitable for Eye Dropper Use: Attempts to convert it into an eyedropper pen (i.e. filling the hollow barrel) have led to ink leaks — the design is not meant for that mode of operation. 

• Compatibility with Drawing / India Ink: Since it’s built for fountain pen inks, using thick or pigmented drawing inks (e.g. India or sumi) may risk clogging or damaging the nib / feed, especially if not cleaned promptly. 

Suggested Marketing / Descriptive Copy

Express your ink journeys with the Sailor Hocoro Dip Pen White 2.0?mm — a sleek, lightweight, modular dip pen engineered for the ink lover who craves flexibility. Swap nibs, rinse clean in seconds, and dip into any ink you love without the fuss.

With its cleverly designed barrel (nib reverses for storage), a comfortable hollow body, and optional reservoir for extended writing, this pen bridges the joy of fountain pen ink with the freedom of dip pen versatility. Whether for calligraphy, swatching inks, or creative writing, the 2.0?mm italic nib delivers bold character and expressive strokes.

Just dip, write, rinse — repeat. And as your ink tastes evolve, so can your nibs.