The Pilot Custom Urushi is a premium pen manufactured by Pilot, a well-known Japanese pen company. The Pilot Custom Urushi Fountain Pen features is body made of ebonite, coated with a delicate layer of urushi lacquer. Three layers are carefully applied in a time consuming process of hardening the layers and polishing them. The Pilot Custom Urushi is a high-end writing instrument designed for enthusiasts who appreciate both functionality and aesthetics.