Kaweco Liliput Capped Brass Ballpoint Pen

The Kaweco Liliput Capped is a ballpoint pen machined entirely from solid brass on a CNC lathe – no plastic, no composite, just metal. The screw-on cap keeps the refill protected and extends the pen to a comfortable writing length. With just three housing parts and untreated brass, it bears the character of a tool that develops its own patina over time.

Features

• All-metal housing in lead-free eco-brass: Housing and cap are turned from a single block of solid brass – giving this compact pen a cool, satisfyingly weighty feel in hand and robustness that withstands rough daily use.
• Screw-on cap: The cap reliably protects the refill tip in your pocket and can be posted onto the barrel when writing, bringing the Liliput to a comfortable writing length of 125 mm.
• Compact pocket format: Closed, the pen measures just 95 mm – fits into any trouser pocket, wallet or notebook sleeve without being bulkier than a key.
• D1 refill standard: The widespread D1 standard opens up a vast selection of replacement refills – from quick-drying oil-based ballpoint refills to gel versions in various line widths and colours.
• Untreated surface: The brass is uncoated and unsealed, meaning: it will develop a light patina over time, and where your fingers and palm make contact, it builds a distinctive patina of use.
• Made in Germany: The Liliput Capped Brass is produced entirely in Germany.

Use & Tips

• Trouser-pocket EDC: For daily use, we recommend posting the cap onto the barrel when writing – this way the pen sits well-balanced in your hand despite its compact size.
• Refill upgrade: The included blue D1 refill (M line width) is ready to use straight away. For a drier, water-resistant line, choose an oil-based ballpoint refill in D1 format; for a softer, darker line, opt for a D1 gel refill.
• Patina care: Brass surfaces can be polished with a soft cloth to restore a bright shine – or deliberately left alone to let wear marks colour the brass a characterful darker shade.
• Notebook pairing: The Liliput fits the pen loops of most compact notebooks in A6 or pocket format, and thanks to its secure cap, can be used there without soiling the binding.

For Metal Enthusiasts

The eco-brass used is lead-free and installed without surface coating or lacquer. This means the pen remains electrically conductive and magnetically neutral – and any wear shows the underlying material directly, rather than a coating flaking off. The three-part construction (barrel, cap, refill) minimises moving parts, which mechanically favours durability. Anyone who wants to maintain the original brass shine long-term can apply a thin layer of Renaissance wax – a widespread method among pen collectors that leaves the natural character of the metal largely untouched.

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