Sailor Yubi Maki-E Tsuru Crane Black CT Multi Functional Pen 16-0334-220

Sailor Yubi Maki-E Tsuru Crane Black CT Multi Functional Pen 16-0334-220

Unfold the elegance of traditional Japanese artistry combined with everyday practicality in the Sailor Yubi Maki?E Tsuru Crane Black CT Multi?Functional Pen (model 16?0334?220). This exquisite writing instrument is part of Sailor’s Yubi Maki?E line, a series that brings the visual allure of maki?e design to multifunction pens in a more accessible format.

Design & Aesthetics

• The pen's barrel and cap are finished in a deep jet-black tone, providing a striking contrast to the decorative crane motif. This monochrome canvas allows the maki?e design to command attention.

• The “Tsuru” (crane) motif is rendered with delicate precision. While not full urushi (traditional lacquer), the design employs a hybrid technique: a base printed layer enhanced with selective hand?applied accents in gold or silver powders. This blend of printing and artisanal detail gives the appearance and subtle shimmer often found in maki?e art.

• Chrome (silver-colored) trim (CT) adds cool metallic highlights to the pen’s cap ring, clip, and functional elements, harmonizing with the black body.

• The overall silhouette is slender and elegant, making it comfortable for daily use without sacrificing visual sophistication.

Function & Mechanism

• This is not a simple ballpoint: it is a multi?functional writing instrument, combining two ballpoint pens (black and red, 0.7?mm) plus a 0.5?mm mechanical pencil in one compact body. 

• A smooth rotary switching mechanism (twist or rotate the upper section) lets you switch between the black ink, red ink, or pencil mode seamlessly. 

• The use of proprietary Sailor refills (for both ink and pencil lead) ensures consistent quality and compatibility. 

• The pen’s weight (about 21.6?g) and dimensions strike a balance: solid enough to feel substantial, yet light enough for extended writing sessions. 

Craftsmanship & Finish

• The Yubi Maki?E line was conceived to make maki?e style more approachable. Instead of fully hand?lacquered surfaces, a hybrid method is employed—base graphic printing plus hand-applied metallic powders at select positions (such as crane wings, head, etc.). This preserves a refined look while keeping costs in check. 

• The result is a visual depth and luster reminiscent of traditional maki?e, though it is more durable in daily use. 

• The chrome accents and clean black surface serve to frame and elevate the crane motif, giving the pen a refined, elegant presence on any desk or in a travel case.

Practical Details & Packaging

• The ballpoint pens write at 0.7?mm (black/red), while the mechanical pencil writes at 0.5?mm. 

• The pen comes in a presentation box (often branded by Sailor) — suitable for gifting or elegant storage.

Use & Appeal

• Ideal for professionals, collectors, or anyone who loves functional luxury — it offers the convenience of carrying three writing modes with you, housed in a pen that looks like a work of art.

• The black + red ink options make it very practical for annotations, corrections, or highlighting without needing multiple instruments.

• The crane motif adds cultural symbolism: in Japanese and East Asian tradition, cranes are symbols of longevity, fidelity, and good fortune — making this pen not just a tool, but a meaningful gift or heirloom piece.