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product_id: 96284934
title: "PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen in Gift Box, Includes CON-B Converter; Red Barrel, Fine Nib (12277)"
brand: "pilot"
price: "€ 67.14"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Pilot"
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region: Belgium
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# Vibrant red resin barrel, eye-catching design Lightweight 0.09 kg for all-day comfort Fine 0.3mm stainless steel nib PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen in Gift Box, Includes CON-B Converter; Red Barrel, Fine Nib (12277)

**Brand:** pilot
**Price:** € 67.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖋️ Write Boldly, Lead Confidently

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen in Gift Box, Includes CON-B Converter; Red Barrel, Fine Nib (12277) by pilot
- **How much does it cost?** € 67.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/96284934-pilot-explorer-lightweight-fountain-pen-in-gift-box-includes-con)

## Best For

- pilot enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pilot brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Featherlight Comfort:** At just 0.09 kg, this pen is designed to reduce hand fatigue—ideal for marathon meetings or journaling sessions.
- • **Gift-Ready Packaging:** Comes in a sleek gift box with CON-B converter included—perfect for impressing colleagues or treating yourself.
- • **Snap-Cap Convenience:** Quick open and close with a secure snap cap, so you never miss a moment of inspiration.
- • **Bold, Modern Aesthetic:** Stand out in the boardroom with a striking red barrel that blends contemporary style with timeless elegance.
- • **Effortless Precision Writing:** Experience smooth, consistent ink flow with Pilot’s signature fine nib, perfect for professional notes and creative projects.

## Overview

The PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen features a fine 0.3mm stainless steel nib housed in a vibrant red resin barrel. Weighing only 0.09 kg, it offers a perfectly balanced, comfortable writing experience for professionals who value style and function. Its snap-cap design ensures quick access, while the included CON-B converter allows for versatile ink options. Packaged in an elegant gift box, this pen is a sophisticated tool for everyday writing, journaling, or special occasions.

## Description

PILOT Explorer fountain pen gift box, fine nib, Red Barrel, 1-pack, Black ink (12277) stylish, contemporary barrel design perfectly weighted and balanced for a premium writing experience

Review: I was very surprised when I purchased and got 3 more - I had originally avoided these as someone said they were very cheaply made and trash. But I pulled the trigger on one. It actually was my green one I first purchased as I love green. When it arrived I wasn't expecting much. But it may not be a 50-100 pen quality, but you don't pay that for it. It is a very light weight pen and that is nice with arthritis and carpal tunnel. The color looks really good. And the nib is pilots signature nib, they write very well. Plus the cap is a snap open/close not a twist closure so it's a quick open to use. Now the cons yes it is plastic so it has plastic limitations. It will if not careful twist loose a little (on the access to the cartridge that's threaded, it backs off a little sometimes, especially if you forget it is a snap top and twist). Again because of the plastic it's body scratches easier than the metal body, even thou it has survived my crowded purse (a feat in its own) but it has 2 small scuffs. And again if you like weight in your pens like the Cocoon or the Metropolitan (of those 2 Cocoon, if looking at metropolitan pay the extra and get the big sister Cocoon, it's the same pen just nib, click closure and threading was worked a little more making it smoother and an amazing pen to write with) sorry side note there. But yea it's not a weighted pen it is very light. To some that's good and others it's bad. But yea I don't really have much bad to say about this model of pen as I would up buying 4 of them. The green, the red, the Blue, and the grey. I love them all.
Review: A very pleasant writing experience, lets you forget about the tool and focus on the words - Basically, the bad reviews here are about people who haven't read the description and understood that this pen is in resin and not metal. For myself, I couldn't be happier about that. The classy look of metal without the weight? I'm sold on the design. To me, it is of tremendous importance that a pen with which I'll spend hours writing be as light as possible. This pen has a nice look and is obviously very far from being the most overpriced fountain pen out there. So why so much focus on the fact that it isn't metal? I also have the Lamy safari and the pilot kakuno and this Explorer pen is better than both of those to me. I don't know if my Lamy is defective but it just doesn't have good ink flow. Kakuno is OK but less comfortable and the nib is more scratchy. I've used fountain pens my whole life, and I'm liking this one. I don't mind the price, so long as the product holds up with time. Writing with it is quite pleasant and I have good hopes that this pen will help me cover as many pages as I want. I'm happy that have found a suitable successor to my previous 10-year old pen.

## Features

- Pilot Explorer Fountain Pen: Striking red barrel with a fine, stainless steel nib. The Pilot Explorer features a contemporary barrel design perfectly weighted and balanced for a premium writing experience
- Express Yourself Through Effortless Wrriting: Elegant, comfortable writing thanks to a resilient, stainless steel nib make this eye-catching fountain pen a joy to write with
- Inspired By the Timeless Art of Writing: Discover how Explorer fountain pens add a touch of modern elegance to your everyday writing. Ideal for any writing occasion, from journaling to impressive wedding invitations and announcements
- Let Their Creativity Run Wild With a Gift Like This: Delight all types of writing adventurers with various size nibs and eye-catching barrel color options, such as Gray, Blue, Red, Pink, Lime and Turquoise
- Craft Your Own invitations, name plates, birthday cards and more! With Pilot fountain pens, you can create your own, elegantly styled stationery for any occasion

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07KBQ286V |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #88,086 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #284 in Fountain Pens |
| Body Shape | Round |
| Brand | PILOT |
| Brand Name | PILOT |
| Closure Type | Snap |
| Color | Red |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,057 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Fine |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00072838122773 |
| Grip Type | Contoured |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hardness | F |
| Included Components | Pilot Explorer Fountain Pen Gift Box, Fine Nib, Red Barrel, 1-Pack, Black Ink (12277) |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Color | Black,Blue,Pink |
| Item Dimensions | 0.44 x 0.63 x 3.75 inches |
| Item Type Name | Explorer Fountain Pen Gift Box, Fine Nib, Red Barrel, 1-Pack, Black Ink (12277) |
| Item Weight | 0.09 kg |
| Line Size | 0.3mm |
| Manufacturer | Pilot Pen Corporation of America |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | Pilot |
| Model Number | 12277 |
| Style | Fine Nib |
| UPC | 072838122773 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen |
| Writing Technique | fountain pen |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** PILOT
- **Color:** Red
- **Ink Color:** Black,Blue,Pink
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Fountain Pen

## Images

![PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen in Gift Box, Includes CON-B Converter; Red Barrel, Fine Nib (12277) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z+0TOrf9L.jpg)
![PILOT Explorer Lightweight Fountain Pen in Gift Box, Includes CON-B Converter; Red Barrel, Fine Nib (12277) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GKXZ4guxL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I was very surprised when I purchased and got 3 more
*by K***. on February 20, 2023*

I had originally avoided these as someone said they were very cheaply made and trash. But I pulled the trigger on one. It actually was my green one I first purchased as I love green. When it arrived I wasn't expecting much. But it may not be a 50-100 pen quality, but you don't pay that for it. It is a very light weight pen and that is nice with arthritis and carpal tunnel. The color looks really good. And the nib is pilots signature nib, they write very well. Plus the cap is a snap open/close not a twist closure so it's a quick open to use. Now the cons yes it is plastic so it has plastic limitations. It will if not careful twist loose a little (on the access to the cartridge that's threaded, it backs off a little sometimes, especially if you forget it is a snap top and twist). Again because of the plastic it's body scratches easier than the metal body, even thou it has survived my crowded purse (a feat in its own) but it has 2 small scuffs. And again if you like weight in your pens like the Cocoon or the Metropolitan (of those 2 Cocoon, if looking at metropolitan pay the extra and get the big sister Cocoon, it's the same pen just nib, click closure and threading was worked a little more making it smoother and an amazing pen to write with) sorry side note there. But yea it's not a weighted pen it is very light. To some that's good and others it's bad. But yea I don't really have much bad to say about this model of pen as I would up buying 4 of them. The green, the red, the Blue, and the grey. I love them all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very pleasant writing experience, lets you forget about the tool and focus on the words
*by S***. on October 28, 2019*

Basically, the bad reviews here are about people who haven't read the description and understood that this pen is in resin and not metal. For myself, I couldn't be happier about that. The classy look of metal without the weight? I'm sold on the design. To me, it is of tremendous importance that a pen with which I'll spend hours writing be as light as possible. This pen has a nice look and is obviously very far from being the most overpriced fountain pen out there. So why so much focus on the fact that it isn't metal? I also have the Lamy safari and the pilot kakuno and this Explorer pen is better than both of those to me. I don't know if my Lamy is defective but it just doesn't have good ink flow. Kakuno is OK but less comfortable and the nib is more scratchy. I've used fountain pens my whole life, and I'm liking this one. I don't mind the price, so long as the product holds up with time. Writing with it is quite pleasant and I have good hopes that this pen will help me cover as many pages as I want. I'm happy that have found a suitable successor to my previous 10-year old pen.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An outstanding fountain pen at any price, and inexpensive!
*by J***. on January 10, 2026*

The Pilot Explorer is a wonderful fountain pen. It can be carried or stored in any position, never leaks, never clogs. It is a pleasure to use, providing the tactile feedback of a fountain pen with ink cartridge ease of use and rock-solid reliability. I prefer this pen over moch more expensive alternatives; perhaps you will too.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-22*