OPUS 88 Harmony Fountain Pen - Red / Grey
A vintage inspired colour way
The Opus 88 Harmony is a full sized eyedropper fountain pen with rose gold coloured accents. It uses Opus 88’s high capacity internal reservoir system, creating a writing tool that feels both elegant and functional.
What sets it apart
- High capacity eyedropper for uninterrupted writing sessions
- Shut-off valve prevents leaks and gives control over ink flow
- Red/grey swirl resin with vintage appeal
- Warm tones for calm, long form writing
- Size #6 Jowo nib unit for easy nib swabs
Feel in the hand
The Harmony feels quietly focused. The warm earthy tone reduces visual distraction and creates a more relaxed writing rhythm. It is the kind of pen that encourages slow, deliberate writing where ink choice is part of the experience.
Who it’s for
- Writers who prefer warm, earthy colour palettes
- Ink users who value high-capacity pens for long sessions
- People who enjoy natural aesthetic designs
- Journaling and reflective writing users
- Anyone who prefers calm, understated writing tools
Not for
- Users who prefer compact or pocket-sized pens
- Those who want cartridge or converter simplicity
- Writers looking for bright or highly saturated colours
- Anyone who prefers opaque or metallic finishes
Practical tips
- Keep the shut-off valve open during writing for consistent ink flow
- Close the valve before travel to prevent leakage
FAQs
Is it safe to travel with?
Yes, close the shut-off valve before transport to prevent leaks
Do I need to add silicone grease on the grip threads to prevent leaks?
No, the design includes a thick o-ring already.
Can I use it with document and shimmer inks?
Yes, it handles document and shimmer inks well with regular cleaning
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes, but it benefits from basic understanding of eyedropper pens
What nib does it use?
A #6 JoWo-compatible steel nib
What other nibs is it compatible with?
Other size #12 JoWo nib units and also the nib unit from the Pilot Parallel art pen
What’s included
- Opus 88 Harmony Red/Grey Fountain Pen
- Eyedropper filler
- Spare small o-ring for back of grip section
- Instruction leaflet
- Free nib tuning by LarryPOST
Ink pairing suggestions
- Sepia inks for a cohesive vintage tone
- Brown inks for a rich tonal match
- Teal inks for strong complementary contrast
Build your practice
- Pilot Iroshizuku inks for intensity and volume
- Herbin inks for colour range
- Midori notebooks with cream paper for calm feel
Specifications
- Brand: Opus 88
- Brand series: Harmony
- Launch: 2024
- Origin: Taiwan
- Nib: Jowo #6, rose plated stainless steel
- Nib sizes: EF, F, M, B, 1.5mm stub
- Filling system: Eye dropper
- Material: Mixed acrylic
- Trim: Rose-gold coloured
- Weight: approx. 25g (capped)
- Length: approx. 146mm
- Diametre: approx. 15mm
- Comparable size: Twsbi Diamond 580