{"title":"Liberum: Fountain Pens for a Freer Mind from Shanghai, China","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiberum is an independent fountain pen brand from Shanghai, China, built around a simple belief: writing slows the mind and makes life feel more intentional. Shosai carries three Liberum fountain pens: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-volucris-vac-titanium-fountain-pen\"\u003eVolucris Vac Titanium\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-volucris-brass-stone-washed-fountain-pen\"\u003eVolucris Brass Stone Washed\u003c\/a\u003e pocket pens, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-star-shine-fountain-pen\"\u003eStar Shine\u003c\/a\u003e lacquer pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two \u003cstrong\u003eVolucris\u003c\/strong\u003e pens are compact everyday-carry fountain pens that fit a vacuum filling system into a titanium or brass body small enough for a shirt pocket. The \u003cstrong\u003eStar Shine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a converter-filled pen with a black natural lacquer body, gold powder and mother-of-pearl inlays. All three come in Extra Fine (EF), Fine (F), Medium (M) and Broad (B) nib sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShosai curates Liberum for writers across Ottawa–Gatineau and Canada who want distinctive fountain pens not available on Amazon.ca. Nib sizes that are not in stock can be pre-ordered. Pens ship across Canada and to the US, with free local pickup in the National Capital Region. Read the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-liberum\"\u003eLiberum brand story\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about the philosophy behind the pens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"liberum-star-shine-fountain-pen","title":"Liberum Star Shine Fountain Pen — Black Lacquer \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiberum Star Shine Fountain Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Liberum Star Shine is a fountain pen that treats its barrel as a night sky. A deep black natural lacquer base carries a fine scatter of gold powder and a handful of iridescent mother-of-pearl discs in blue-green and pink-violet, placed like distant planets across the surface. As the pen turns in the light, the gold seems to drift and the shell inlays shift colour. It is a pen for writers who want the ritual of writing to feel a little like looking up at the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is finished in black natural lacquer, applied by hand. The gold powder is set into the lacquer rather than printed or sprayed on, so it becomes part of the finish and catches the light as the angle changes. Round mother-of-pearl inlays, alternating between blue-green and pink-violet, are set into the barrel and cap; up close, each one shows a fine, iridescent crackle pattern. The gold-tone clip echoes the gold powder. Because the powder and the inlays are placed by hand, no two pens will look exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap screws on, and the threads inside it are cleanly cut. The section screws into the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nib\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is fitted with a gold-tone nib decorated with fine scroll engraving. The nib unit is Bock compatible, so you can fit other Bock nib units later. Available nib sizes are Extra Fine (EF), Fine (F), Medium (M) and Broad (B).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConverter Filling System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Star Shine fills from bottled ink with a screw-type converter. To fill, unscrew the barrel, dip the nib and feed into your ink, and turn the converter knob to draw the ink up. Wipe the nib, then screw the barrel back on. A converter makes it easy to change ink colours whenever you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Star Shine a converter or a vacuum-filling pen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a converter-filled pen. A screw-type converter draws bottled ink into the pen. If you prefer a compact vacuum filler, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-volucris-vac-titanium-fountain-pen\"\u003eLiberum Volucris Vac Titanium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill every Star Shine look the same?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The gold powder and the mother-of-pearl inlays are placed by hand, so the pattern on each pen differs slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I change the nib later?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The nib unit is Bock compatible. Please contact us before buying a replacement unit so we can help you confirm that it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-Order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Star Shine is available to pre-order. Your pen ships as soon as stock arrives at Shosai. If you have questions about timing, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt Shosai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShosai curates Liberum for fountain pen enthusiasts in Ottawa–Gatineau and across Canada. We ship across Canada and to the US, and local pickup is free in the National Capital Region. Learn more about the maker on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-liberum\"\u003eLiberum brand page\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liberum-fountain-pens-shanghai\"\u003eLiberum collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have questions about nib selection or which ink to pair with this pen, we are here to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilingual service — English and French\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberum","offers":[{"title":"Extra Fine (EF)","offer_id":51138124021985,"sku":"Liberum-StarShine-EF","price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine (F)","offer_id":51138124054753,"sku":"Liberum-StarShine-F","price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (M)","offer_id":51138124087521,"sku":"Liberum-StarShine-M","price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad (B)","offer_id":51138124120289,"sku":"Liberum-StarShine-B","price":249.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_3a7a0408-c2c4-4385-9311-d45e3cfc792d.png?v=1792769868"},{"product_id":"liberum-volucris-vac-titanium-fountain-pen","title":"Liberum Volucris Vac Titanium Fountain Pen — Pocket Vacuum-Filler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiberum Volucris Vac Titanium Fountain Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Liberum Volucris Vac Titanium is a titanium pocket fountain pen with a vacuum filling system built into a body small enough for a shirt pocket. Titanium keeps it light and tough, and the vacuum filler gives it far more ink than most pens of this size can hold. It is made for anyone who wants an everyday-carry fountain pen that does not need constant refilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTitanium Body with a Brushed Matte Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is made from titanium with a brushed matte finish that gives a subtle, refined metallic texture. Titanium is strong for its weight and resists corrosion, so the pen stays light in the pocket and keeps its finish through everyday use. In the hand it feels light, with the cool, solid touch of metal. The cap has a clean, clipless profile that slips easily into a coat or shirt pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVacuum Filling and Ink Window\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Volucris Vac uses a true vacuum filling system, operated from the tail of the pen, to draw ink in from a bottle. A transparent ink window in the middle of the body lets you see the ink level at a glance and watch the reservoir fill. The ink capacity is generous for a pen this small, so you can carry it through the day without worrying about refills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNib Options and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is fitted with a #6 stainless steel nib engraved with the Liberum mark, available in Extra Fine (EF), Fine (F), Medium (M) and Broad (B). The nib unit is JoWo #6 compatible and easily removable, so you can swap nib sizes or try other JoWo #6 nib units later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Volucris Vac Titanium small enough for a pocket?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is built as a compact pocket fountain pen, and its clipless cap slips into a shirt or coat pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does the vacuum filling system work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen stores ink directly in its transparent barrel and fills through a plunger operated from the tail, so you can see the ink level through the window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I change the nib later?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The nib unit is JoWo #6 compatible and removable. Please contact us before buying a replacement unit so we can help you confirm that it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTitanium or brass?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitanium is lighter and keeps its finish. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-volucris-brass-stone-washed-fountain-pen\"\u003eVolucris Brass Stone Washed\u003c\/a\u003e is heavier and develops a patina with use. Both share the same vacuum filling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-Order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNib sizes that are not in stock are available to pre-order and ship as soon as stock arrives at Shosai. If you have questions about timing, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt Shosai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShosai curates Liberum for fountain pen enthusiasts in Ottawa–Gatineau and across Canada. We ship across Canada and to the US, and local pickup is free in the National Capital Region. Learn more about the maker on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-liberum\"\u003eLiberum brand page\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liberum-fountain-pens-shanghai\"\u003eLiberum collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have questions about nib selection or which ink to pair with this pen, we are here to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilingual service — English and French\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberum","offers":[{"title":"Extra Fine (EF)","offer_id":51138514157793,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris-Titanium-EF","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine (F)","offer_id":51138514190561,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris-Titanium-F","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (M)","offer_id":51138514223329,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris-Titanium-M","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad (B)","offer_id":51138514256097,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris-Titanium-B","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_f23382c7-74f1-4b24-bbe2-34627c329366.png?v=1792773467"},{"product_id":"liberum-volucris-brass-stone-washed-fountain-pen","title":"Liberum Volucris Brass Stone Washed Fountain Pen — Pocket Vacuum-Filler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLiberum Volucris Brass Stone Washed Fountain Pen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Liberum Volucris Brass Stone Washed is a brass pocket fountain pen with a vacuum filling system and a stone-washed finish that looks lived-in from the first day. It has real weight in the hand, and over the years the brass will darken and develop a patina that is unique to your pen. It suits writers who want an everyday-carry fountain pen with character and a generous ink capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrass Body with a Stone-Washed Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is brass with a stone-washed finish, a soft matte surface with a gently aged texture. In the hand it has real weight: this is a metal pen, not a light plastic shell. A transparent ink window in the middle of the body lets you see the ink level at a glance and watch the reservoir fill. The cap has a clean, clipless profile, so the pen slips easily into a coat or shirt pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrass Patina and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass is a living metal. With use, it will gradually oxidize and develop a patina that is unique to your pen. To keep it clean, wipe the body occasionally with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints and oils; light polishing will slow the patina. If you prefer a body that stays exactly as it arrived, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liberum-volucris-vac-titanium-fountain-pen\"\u003eVolucris Vac Titanium\u003c\/a\u003e may suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVacuum Filling System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Volucris uses a true vacuum filling system, operated from the tail of the pen, to draw ink in from a bottle. It gives a compact pen an ink capacity that is generous for its size, so you can carry it through a long day, or a week away, without hunting for a bottle. A vacuum filler asks for one extra step compared with a pen you simply uncap: for long writing sessions, unscrew the tail piston first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNib Options and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is fitted with a #6 stainless steel nib engraved with the Liberum mark, available in Extra Fine (EF), Fine (F), Medium (M) and Broad (B). The nib unit is JoWo #6 compatible and easily removable, so you can swap nib sizes or try other JoWo #6 nib units later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the brass change colour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass oxidizes with use and handling, gradually darkening into a patina that is different on every pen. Wiping the body with a soft cloth keeps it clean, and light polishing slows the change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the brass Volucris heavy for a pocket pen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has more weight than the titanium Volucris, which many writers enjoy: the pen feels solid and substantial in the hand while staying small enough for a shirt pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I fill the pen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Volucris fills from a bottle of ink through a vacuum mechanism operated from the tail of the pen. A transparent window shows how much ink is left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I change the nib later?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The nib unit is JoWo #6 compatible and removable. Please contact us before buying a replacement unit so we can help you confirm that it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-Order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNib sizes that are not in stock are available to pre-order and ship as soon as stock arrives at Shosai. If you have questions about timing, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt Shosai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShosai curates Liberum for fountain pen enthusiasts in Ottawa–Gatineau and across Canada. We ship across Canada and to the US, and local pickup is free in the National Capital Region. Learn more about the maker on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-liberum\"\u003eLiberum brand page\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liberum-fountain-pens-shanghai\"\u003eLiberum collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have questions about nib selection or which ink to pair with this pen, we are here to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilingual service — English and French\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Liberum","offers":[{"title":"Extra Fine (EF)","offer_id":51138710667489,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris Brass-EF","price":189.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine (F)","offer_id":51138710700257,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris Brass-F","price":189.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (M)","offer_id":51138710733025,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris Brass-M","price":189.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Broad (B)","offer_id":51138710765793,"sku":"Liberum-Volucris Brass-B","price":189.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/1_d61d42a9-1718-48cb-9a90-aa456bb69c7c.png?v=1792776515"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/collections\/1_f23382c7-74f1-4b24-bbe2-34627c329366.png?v=1792789967","url":"https:\/\/shosai.ca\/collections\/liberum-fountain-pens-shanghai.oembed","provider":"Shosai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}