OPUS 88 FLORA Fountain Pen

A botanical inspired pen with serious ink capacity

The 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. 

What sets it apart

• High capacity eyedropper filling system for extended writing
• Shut-off valve prevents leaks and gives precise control over ink flow
• Floral inspired resin, with soft layered depth
• Oversize barrel with ability to stand like a vase
• Fitted with a Bock #250 nib unit for easy nib swaps
  

Feel in the hand

The 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.

Who it’s for

• Writers who enjoy nature inspired colour palettes
• Ink users who like high capacity pens for long sessions
• Journaling and creative writing users
• Anyone who values both aesthetics and functionality
• Nib explorers who enjoy swapping out nibs

Not for

• Users who prefer compact or pocket-sized pens
• Those who want cartridge or converter simplicity
• Writers looking for traditional body designs
• Anyone who prefers opaque or industrial metal finishes

Practical tips

• Keep the shut-off valve slightly open during writing
• Close the valve before transport to prevent leakage
  
• Clean thoroughly when switching ink families, especially saturated inks
• Try different #250 nib styles to vary writing character

FAQs

Is the Flora transparent?
It is a translucent demonstrator with floral-inspired colour diffusion, not fully clear

Does it use cartridges or converters?
No, it uses an eyedropper filling system with a shut-off valve

Do I need to add silicone grease on the grip threads to prevent leaks?
No, the design includes a thick o-ring already.

Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, but it benefits from basic understanding of eyedropper pens

Can it handle document and shimmer inks?
Yes, with regular cleaning recommended

What nib does it use?
Standard Bock #250 steel nib

What’s included

• Opus 88 Flora Fountain Pen
• Eyedropper filler
• Spare small o-ring for back of nib unit
• Instruction leaflet
• Free nib tuning by LarryPOST

Ink pairing suggestions

• Green or olive inks for a botanical match
  
• Soft brown inks for warmth and balance
• Purple inks for expressive variation
  
• Rose inks for a soft tonal pairing

Build your practice

• Pilot Iroshizuku 50mL ink for volume
• Herbin inks, lots of flower inspired colours
• Opus 88 replacement Bock #250 nib unit

Specifications

• Brand: Opus 88
• Brand series: Flora
• Launch: 2020
• Origin: Taiwan
• Nib: Bock #250, stainless steel
• Nib sizes: EF, F, M, B, 2.3mm stub
• Filling system: Eye dropper
• Material: Mixed acrylic
• Trim: Stainless steel
• Weight: 
• Length: approx. 146mm (capped)
• Diametre: approx. 16mm
• Comparable size: Pelikan M800

Like a vase of ink, this pen will produce the flowers of your day.