Esterbrook x Accutron Translucent Estie, Fine Nib

ESTERBROOK X ACCUTRON TRANSLUCENT ESTIE, FINE NIB

In 1960, the Accutron Spaceview changed the way people looked at a watch by placing its inner workings at the heart of the design. The Esterbrook x Accutron Translucent Estie carries that idea into a fountain pen whose construction can be seen from every angle.

This edition turns the Estie into a fully transparent demonstrator. Its polished clear acrylic cap and barrel reveal the threads, the connectors, the filling system and the writing components that usually stay hidden. A green acrylic grip echoes the signature color of the Spaceview watch, alongside bronze-toned finials and gold-plated metalwork visible through the clear body.

The Accutron tuning fork emblem appears on the lacquered top dome, on the custom cap band and on the gold-plated nib. Esterbrook branding runs through the design and the packaging, bringing both names together without distracting from the transparent construction.

This pen comes with a Fine nib, ideal for everyday writing with a clean and precise line. It features the Esterbrook cushion-cap closure and fills with standard cartridges or the included converter, both visible through the barrel.

SPECIFICATION

• Body Material: Clear acrylic resin, green acrylic grip
• Nib: Gold-plated steel, Fine (F)
• Nib Type: Hard
• Filling Mechanism: Standard Cartridge/Converter
• Converter Included: Yes
• Cap Type: Screw cap with cushion-cap seal
• Trim: Gold-plated, bronze-toned finials
• Length (capped): 150 mm
• Length (posted): 170 mm
• Barrel Diameter: 13.3 mm
• Weight: 24 g

THE NIB

The Estie features a German-made Jowo nib, known for its reliability and smooth performance. Each nib is inspected by hand and marked with the Esterbrook logo and its size for easy identification.

The nib unit is threaded, so it can easily be swapped for another size: a finer point for detailed notes one day, a broader one for bolder strokes the next. This flexibility makes the Estie a great choice for new and experienced fountain pen users alike.

WHY DO PEOPLE LOVE ESTERBROOK?

Esterbrook is loved for its blend of classic craftsmanship and modern functionality, offering a writing experience that is both refined and reliable. With a heritage dating back to 1858, Esterbrook pens provide smooth performance for writers, artists and professionals alike, in a wide range of colors and styles that let everyone express their personality.