Kanwrite Desire Noir Fountain Pen

Everyday Carry. Effortless Writing. Distinctly Noir.

Designed for writers who appreciate comfort, versatility, and understated elegance, the Kanwrite Desire Noir brings the proven everyday-carry design of the Desire to a darker, more refined aesthetic. Its classic cigar-shaped silhouette, ergonomic hourglass section, lightweight construction, and interchangeable nib system are complemented by elegant black PVD-coated trims and nib, creating a sophisticated and distinctive writing instrument.

The hourglass-shaped grip section is carefully contoured to follow the natural shape of the fingers, providing a secure and comfortable grip even during extended writing sessions. At just 16 g with the cap and approximately 10 g uncapped, the Desire Noir offers an excellent balance of lightness and stability in the hand.

The pen is manufactured from a specially engineered acrylic resin using a precision injection molding process, resulting in a lightweight yet durable body with clean, consistent dimensions and a refined finish.

Black PVD Finish

The defining character of the Desire Noir comes from its elegant black PVD-coated trims, including the clip and cap ring. The black PVD-coated nib completes the monochromatic aesthetic, giving the pen a sleek, contemporary appearance while retaining the timeless character of the Desire design.

3-in-1 Filling System

The Desire Noir gives you complete freedom in how you fill your fountain pen. Choose between:

• Cartridge – Convenient and mess-free for everyday use
• Converter – Enjoy the freedom of using your favourite bottled inks
• Eyedropper – Fill the entire barrel directly for increased ink capacity

Handcrafted Nibs, Tuned for Pleasure

Choose from a range of handcrafted Kanwrite nibs, each tuned and tested to deliver a smooth and enjoyable writing experience. The Desire Noir is available with a black PVD-coated nib finish, allowing the writing instrument to maintain its distinctive dark aesthetic from cap to nib.

Whether you prefer precise fine writing or a broader, more expressive stroke, there is a nib option to match your writing style.

Your Choice of Feeder

The Desire Noir is available with two feeder options to suit different writing preferences:

• ABS Plastic Feeder – Controlled and dependable ink flow, ideal for everyday writing
• Ebonite Feeder – Higher ink flow for a wetter, richer writing experience

Plug & Play Interchangeable Nib Unit

The interchangeable nib unit makes changing or upgrading your nib simple. Its Plug & Play design allows you to switch nib units easily and personalize your writing experience without replacing the entire pen.

An elegant spring-steel clip with black PVD coating adds the finishing touch, combining a sleek appearance with the flexibility needed for secure everyday carry.

Lightweight, ergonomic, versatile, and finished in an understated black aesthetic, the Kanwrite Desire Noir brings together the practicality of an everyday fountain pen with a distinctive, sophisticated character. From its black PVD-coated clip and ring to its matching nib, every detail is designed to create a refined writing experience with a distinctly Noir identity.

Nib Guide – Choose Your Writing Style

Every Kanwrite Desire nib is handcrafted, tuned, and tested for a smooth and enjoyable writing experience. Choose the nib that best matches your handwriting and writing style.

Regular Nibs

Extra Fine (EF) – 0.5 mm
Fine, precise lines for small handwriting, detailed notes, and precision writing.
Ideal for: Small handwriting • Fine notes • Precision

Fine (F) – 0.6 mm
A versatile everyday nib offering a smooth balance of fine lines and comfortable ink flow.
Ideal for: Everyday writing • Notes • Journaling

Medium (M) – 0.75 mm
A smooth, fuller line with excellent balance and ink presence.
Ideal for: General writing • Journaling • Signatures

Broad (B) – 1.0 mm
A bold, expressive nib that brings out ink shading and character.
Ideal for: Signatures • Headings • Expressive writing

Flex & UltraFlex Nibs

Designed for line variation and expressive writing, Flex nibs produce a broader stroke as pressure is applied. They require a lighter, more controlled writing technique than regular nibs.

Extra Fine Flex – 0.5–1.5 mm
Fine starting line with controlled flex and delicate line variation.
Ideal for: Fine expressive writing • Flex practice

Fine Flex – 0.6–1.6 mm
A versatile flex nib combining everyday usability with noticeable line variation.
Ideal for: Flex writing • Lettering • Expressive handwriting

Medium Flex – 0.75–2.0 mm
A fuller starting line with more pronounced flex and expressive strokes.
Ideal for: Creative writing • Signatures • Calligraphic styles

Fine UltraFlex – 0.6–2.6 mm
Designed for maximum line variation, offering a fine starting line with dramatic flex when controlled pressure is applied.
Ideal for: Advanced flex • Flourishing • Expressive lettering

Feeder Recommendation

The Desire is available with ABS plastic or ebonite feeders.

• ABS Plastic Feeder: Controlled, dependable ink flow; recommended for regular EF, F, M and B nibs.
• Ebonite Feeder: Higher, wetter and more consistent ink flow; highly recommended for Flex and UltraFlex nibs to maintain a steady ink supply when the tines open during flexing.

SPECIFICATIONS:

*If you want to customize the nib to a non-stock nib not mentioned in the options above, drop us a mail at kanpurwriters@gmail.com and we will share a customized quote. All nibs available on request.