{"title":"LarryPOST\/Brands\/OPUS 88\/OPUS 88 Flora","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"opus-88-flora-fountain-pen-extra-fine-nib","title":"OPUS 88 FLORA Fountain Pen","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"115\" data-start=\"32\"\u003eA botanical inspired pen with serious ink capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"117\"\u003eThe Opus 88 Flora is a full sized eyedropper fountain pen designed around the concept of a vase. It combines floral aesthetics with the high-capacity functionality of an Opus 88 eyedropper pen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"545\" data-start=\"521\" data-section-id=\"2rqtbr\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eHigh capacity eyedropper filling system for extended writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eShut-off valve prevents leaks and gives precise control over ink flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eFloral inspired resin, with soft layered depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eOversize barrel with ability to stand like a vase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eFitted with a Bock #250 nib unit for easy nib swaps\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"882\" data-section-id=\"14rb643\"\u003eFeel in the hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"910\"\u003eThe Flora is a big pen and feels boldly expressive at first sight. The soft botanical tones however reduce visual harshness, balancing the large barrel size for a relaxed writing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1164\" data-section-id=\"znawl6\"\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eWriters who enjoy nature inspired colour palettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eInk users who like high capacity pens for long sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eJournaling and creative writing users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eAnyone who values both aesthetics and functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1450\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eNib explorers who enjoy swapping out nibs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1452\" data-section-id=\"lqswjz\"\u003eNot for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003eUsers who prefer compact or pocket-sized pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003eThose who want cartridge or converter simplicity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003eWriters looking for traditional body designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003eAnyone who prefers opaque or industrial metal finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"2151\" data-section-id=\"1wiyzmz\"\u003ePractical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2541\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eKeep the shut-off valve slightly open during writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2541\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eClose the valve before transport to prevent leakage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2541\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eClean thoroughly when switching ink families, especially saturated inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2541\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eTry different #250 nib styles to vary writing character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2553\" data-start=\"2543\" data-section-id=\"c4a8sj\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2676\" data-start=\"2554\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Flora transparent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2587\" data-start=\"2584\"\u003eIt is a translucent demonstrator with floral-inspired colour diffusion, not fully clear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2781\" data-start=\"2678\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it use cartridges or converters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2714\"\u003eNo, it uses an eyedropper filling system with a shut-off valve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2880\" data-start=\"2783\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to add silicone grease on the grip threads to prevent leaks?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNo, the design includes a thick o-ring already.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2880\" data-start=\"2783\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2814\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003eYes, but it benefits from basic understanding of eyedropper pens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2951\" data-start=\"2882\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it handle document and shimmer inks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2911\" data-start=\"2908\"\u003eYes, with regular cleaning recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3015\" data-start=\"2953\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat nib does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2976\" data-start=\"2973\"\u003eStandard Bock #250 steel nib\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"3017\" data-section-id=\"wh1mzi\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003eOpus 88 Flora Fountain Pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003eEyedropper filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003eSpare small o-ring for back of nib unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003eInstruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3140\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/blogs\/blogs\/smooth-writing-with-fountain-pens?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=a2392eaaf\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eFree nib tuning\u003c\/a\u003e by LarryPOST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1711\" data-start=\"1682\" data-section-id=\"gpr9q7\"\u003eInk pairing suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1712\"\u003eGreen or olive inks for a botanical match\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1712\"\u003eSoft brown inks for warmth and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1987\" data-start=\"1849\"\u003ePurple inks for expressive variation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1987\" data-start=\"1849\"\u003eRose inks for a soft tonal pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3354\"\u003eBuild your practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3354\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-pilot-pen?filter.p.m.magento.brand_series=PILOT+Iroshizuku\"\u003ePilot Iroshizuku\u003c\/a\u003e 50mL ink for volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3354\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/collections\/larrypost-brands-herbin\"\u003eHerbin\u003c\/a\u003e inks, lots of flower inspired colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3354\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.larrypost.com.au\/products\/opus-88-replacement-12-nib-unit-for-demo-omar-extra-fine?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=b4764611c\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eOpus 88 replacement Bock #250 nib unit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opus 88\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand series:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flora\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaunch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNib:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bock #250, stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNib sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EF, F, M, B, 2.3mm stub\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilling system:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eye dropper\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mixed acrylic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approx. 146mm (capped)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiametre:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approx. 16mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComparable size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pelikan M800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike a vase of ink, this pen will produce the flowers of your day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPUS 88","offers":[{"title":"Extra 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