About: The Ferris Wheel Press Masque Fountain Pens
The Masque Fountain Pen marks a new chapter in the evolution of Ferris Wheel Press writing instruments. Developed through years of product innovation, customer feedback, and close attention to the writing experiences enthusiasts value most, the Masque brings together refined construction, interchangeable nib technology, and a distinctive silhouette designed for everyday writing.
Every element has been considered with the writing experience in mind, from the reinforced resin body and engraved brass grip to the threaded cap and interchangeable No. 6 nib system. The result is a fountain pen designed to feel substantial in the hand while remaining versatile enough to adapt to different writing styles.
A New Generation of the Masque Silhouette
The Masque is more than a new shape for the Ferris Wheel Press collection. Its design represents the culmination of lessons gathered through the development of previous writing instruments, with particular attention given to durability, balance, comfort and long-term usability.
The body is constructed from high-quality resin with a glossy finish. Reinforced resin provides the durability needed for regular use while allowing the pen to carry rich colour and a polished surface. The material gives the Masque a distinctive physical character while maintaining the substantial feel expected from a thoughtfully constructed writing instrument.
The silhouette is complemented by plated brass hardware, with engraved detailing carried across the grip, cap collar, finials and clip. These details give the pen its distinctive visual character while adding a satisfying sense of substance when held.
A Brass Grip Designed Around Balance
The grip section is one of the most important areas of any fountain pen because it directly influences how the pen feels during writing. The Masque uses a contoured engraved brass grip section, combining a shaped writing surface with the additional weight of brass at the front of the pen.
That front-biased balance is intentional. With more weight positioned toward the nib, the Masque is designed to provide a controlled writing experience without requiring excessive pressure from the writer. For longer writing sessions, this can make a meaningful difference to the way the pen settles naturally in the hand.
The engraved detailing also gives the grip a tactile quality, making it more than a purely functional transition between the body and nib.
The No. 6 Nib
At the heart of the Masque is a No. 6 steel nib finished in 24-karat gold plating. The full-sized nib gives the pen a substantial writing presence while maintaining the smooth, controlled character expected from a fountain pen designed for regular use.
The Masque Fountain Pen Writing Sets are available with Extra Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad nib options, giving writers the opportunity to select the line width that best suits their preferred writing style from the outset.
The nib is paired with a precision JoWo-compatible threaded housing, creating an interchangeable system that allows the writing experience to evolve with the writer. The Masque's No. 6 nibs are also interchangeable with the Ferris Wheel Press Adventurer's Nib Collection, giving owners the opportunity to explore additional nib options as their writing preferences develop.
The Masque includes a standard international converter, giving writers the flexibility to use bottled fountain pen ink.
Interchangeable Nibs for a More Personal Writing Experience
One of the most practical features of the Masque is its interchangeable No. 6 nib platform. The pen is compatible with Ferris Wheel Press No. 6 nib units ranging from Extra Fine through Double Broad.
The Masque Writing Sets begin with four core nib options: EF, F, M and B. For writers who want to explore the full range of the No. 6 platform, the Adventurer's Nib Collection extends that choice to include Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad and Double Broad.
That means the same pen can accommodate different writing preferences over time. An Extra Fine nib can provide a finer line for detailed notes and smaller handwriting, while broader nib options can deliver a more expressive line and allow more of the character of an ink to appear on the page.
The threaded housing also makes nib customisation part of the long-term ownership experience. The body, grip and overall balance of the Masque remain familiar while the nib can be changed to suit a different writing style.
For fountain pen enthusiasts, this is an important practical feature. The nib does not have to remain a permanent part of the instrument throughout its life, giving the Masque room to evolve alongside its owner.
A Cap Designed to Preserve Writing Performance
The Masque uses a threaded screw cap, providing a secure closure when the pen is not in use. A precision-engineered cap seal is designed to help maintain ink flow and writing performance between writing sessions.
The cap is also postable, allowing it to be placed securely on the back of the pen while writing. When posted, the Masque reaches a length of 156mm, compared with 135mm when closed.
This gives writers the option of using the pen in its unposted or posted configuration, depending on personal preference and hand size.
Weight and Dimensions
The Masque weighs 38g and measures 135mm with the cap closed. Posted, the pen measures 156mm.
These dimensions give the Masque a substantial presence in the hand while maintaining a practical format for everyday writing. Combined with the brass grip section and front-biased balance, the specifications are designed around a fountain pen that can remain comfortable through extended writing sessions.
The 38g weight reflects the combination of resin, plated brass hardware and the brass grip section. The construction gives the pen physical substance while retaining the visual depth and finishing possibilities of a resin body.
Designed for Different Writing Styles
A fountain pen becomes more useful when it can adapt to the person using it. The Masque approaches versatility through its interchangeable nib system, allowing the same writing instrument to accommodate different line widths and writing preferences.
Fine writing, everyday notes, journaling, signatures and expressive lettering can each call for a different nib character. With access to No. 6 nib options from EF through BB, the Masque can change with the way its owner writes.
This flexibility also makes the pen relevant to collectors who enjoy experimenting with different nibs and inks. A change in nib can alter the amount of ink reaching the page and the resulting line character, giving a familiar pen a different writing personality.
A Writing Instrument Built for Long-Term Use
The Masque was developed with more than its first impression in mind. Its reinforced resin body provides a durable foundation, while the plated brass components and engraved details give the pen a finish intended to remain distinctive over time.
The interchangeable nib system adds another layer of longevity. Instead of replacing the entire pen to experience a different line width, writers can explore the available No. 6 nib options while continuing to use the same body and grip.
That combination of construction and adaptability is central to the Masque concept. It is a pen designed to become familiar through use while leaving room for the writing experience to change.
The Masque Fountain Pen Writing Set
For those looking for a complete introduction to the Masque writing experience, the Masque Fountain Pen Writing Set pairs the precision-crafted pen with three 10ml fountain pen inks. The sets are available in three distinct colourways, with each pairing offering its own selection of Ferris Wheel Press inks.
The Blue Masque Pen & Ink Set includes:
- Masque Fountain Pen
- 10ml Leadcast Letters
- 10ml Stroke of Midnight
- 10ml Edwards Gardens
The Coral Masque Pen & Ink Set includes:
- Masque Fountain Pen
- 10ml Wonderland in Coral
- 10ml Astral Blue Odyssey
- 10ml Wayfinders Slate
The Teal Masque Pen & Ink Set includes:
- Masque Fountain Pen
- 10ml Bearrington Black
- 10ml Jelly Bean Blue
- 10ml Little Miss Jubilee
Each set provides three inks in a convenient 10ml format alongside the Masque Fountain Pen, giving writers an opportunity to begin exploring different ink combinations immediately. The standard international converter makes it straightforward to use these inks directly with the pen.
The sets are each available in EF, F, M or B nib options, allowing the writing experience to be selected at the point of purchase.
Closing Thoughts
A fountain pen should be more than an attractive object on a desk. Its materials, weight, balance, nib and filling system all contribute to what happens when the pen finally reaches the page.
The Masque Fountain Pen brings those elements together in a resin-bodied design with plated brass hardware, a contoured engraved brass grip, a 24-karat gold-plated No. 6 steel nib and an interchangeable nib platform compatible with Ferris Wheel Press No. 6 nib units from EF through BB.
The Writing Sets add another dimension to the experience, pairing the Masque with three 10ml inks in each of three curated combinations: Leadcast Letters, Stroke of Midnight and Edwards Gardens in the Blue set; Wonderland in Coral, Astral Blue Odyssey and Wayfinders Slate in the Coral set; and Bearrington Black, Jelly Bean Blue and Little Miss Jubilee in the Teal set.
With EF, F, M and B nib options available across the sets, and compatibility with the Adventurer's Nib Collection for further exploration, the Masque gives writers plenty of room to shape the way they write.
With its threaded screw cap, postable design, standard international converter and precision cap seal, the Masque is built around the practical details that matter during everyday writing.
It is a new silhouette, but more importantly, it is a writing instrument designed to grow with the person holding it.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Masque Fountain Pen made from?
The Masque Fountain Pen features a high-quality reinforced resin body with a glossy finish, complemented by plated brass hardware and a contoured engraved brass grip section.
2. What nib sizes are available for the Masque Fountain Pen Writing Sets?
The Masque Fountain Pen Writing Sets are available with Extra Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad nibs. The Masque uses a No. 6 steel nib with a precision JoWo-compatible threaded housing, and its nib system is interchangeable with the Ferris Wheel Press Adventurer's Nib Collection, allowing writers to explore additional No. 6 nib options through Double Broad.
3. Can the Masque Fountain Pen use different nib sizes?
Yes. The Masque is compatible with Ferris Wheel Press No. 6 nib units ranging from EF through BB. This allows writers to change the line width and character of the writing experience while continuing to use the same pen body, grip and overall balance.
4. What inks come with the Masque Fountain Pen Writing Sets?
The Blue set includes Leadcast Letters, Stroke of Midnight and Edwards Gardens. The Coral set includes Wonderland in Coral, Astral Blue Odyssey and Wayfinders Slate, while the Teal set includes Bearrington Black, Jelly Bean Blue and Little Miss Jubilee. Each set includes three 10ml fountain pen inks.
5. Does the Masque Fountain Pen come with a converter?
Yes. A standard international converter is included, allowing the Masque to be filled from bottled fountain pen ink, including the inks supplied with the Masque Fountain Pen Writing Sets.
6. Is the Masque Fountain Pen designed to be posted?
Yes. The Masque has a threaded screw cap that can be posted on the back of the pen. It measures 135mm closed and 156mm when posted, giving writers the option of using the pen in either configuration depending on their preferred writing experience.