---
product_id: 48705402
title: "FP3-38 3.8mm Parallel Pen (Pack of 1), green"
brand: "pilot"
price: "KD 6.90"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Pilot"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48705402-fp3-38-3-8mm-parallel-pen-pack-of-1-green
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
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# Refillable with proprietary or bottled inks 3.8mm parallel nib for dynamic line variation Made in the UK with premium build quality FP3-38 3.8mm Parallel Pen (Pack of 1), green

**Brand:** pilot
**Price:** KD 6.90
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✍️ Elevate your script with every stroke — the pen that’s rewriting calligraphy rules!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** FP3-38 3.8mm Parallel Pen (Pack of 1), green by pilot
- **How much does it cost?** KD 6.90 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48705402-fp3-38-3-8mm-parallel-pen-pack-of-1-green)

## Best For

- pilot enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pilot brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-in-One Creative Kit:** Includes red & black cartridges, cleaning reservoir, and a stroke guide to elevate your calligraphy skills instantly.
- • **Iconic UK Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in the United Kingdom, combining heritage quality with modern design for a pen that stands out.
- • **Master the Art of Lines:** 3.8mm dual steel plate nib delivers bold and fine strokes effortlessly, perfect for calligraphy and creative drawing.
- • **Ergonomic & Ambidextrous:** Contoured grip and ambidextrous design ensure comfortable use for every hand, boosting your creative flow.
- • **Ink Freedom & Flexibility:** Compatible with Pilot cartridges and refillable via syringe or converter, letting you customize your color palette.

## Overview

The Pilot FP3-38 Parallel Pen features a unique 3.8mm dual steel plate nib that creates both thick and thin lines depending on angle, ideal for calligraphy and artistic drawing. Made in the UK, it comes with refillable ink options, ergonomic design, and essential accessories including ink cartridges and a stroke guide, making it a versatile tool for professionals and creatives seeking precision and style.

## Description

Pilot FP3-38 3.8mm Parallel Pen (Pack of 1), green : desertcart.co.uk: Stationery & Office Supplies

Review: A great and unusual pen - I already own the 6mm nib version of this pen and wanted to try this one, which seemed to be a good all rounder size. For those not familiar these are pens with a nib consisting of two parallel steel plates (hence the name). This enables both thick and thin lines to be produced depending on how you hold the pen and the angle it touches the page at. I bought the optional multi coloured ink cartridges (it takes Pilot's propriety ones) and so my pictures are of me using the lovely violet ink. The pen comes with one red and one black ink cartridge, a reservoir thing for cleaning the feed and nib and a little thin piece of plastic to get between the two pieces of the nib. It also comes with a handy and informative paper guide to the different pen strokes you can achieve and some calligraphy tips. I find this very useful but the text and illustrations are too small really. I bought this for drawing with and there seem to be a small but dedicated group of people like me who use them for art. However, I now also enjoy practicing calligraphy with it. If you want to use ink other than Pilot's you could refill their cartridges from bottled ink with a blunt syringe (I've done that with my 6mm pen), or else Pilot do a ink converter (Con 40), which should be easier. Okay it's made of plastic but feels well made enough to me. I can recommend this as something a bit different and great fun to use. I have also bought the 2.4mm one and wouldn't rule out getting the other sizes too!
Review: Great pens, great quality for such a low price. - Excellent pens, I bought this along with a 6mm version too and a bottle of Pelikan highlighter ink. The highlighter ink is being used with the 6mm pen and it works brilliantly, allowing me to highlight notes in text books etc.. This pen is obviously very wide also, though you can write with the edge of the nib for a fine line, although a little scratchy. This makes it pretty versatile. I have been using for practicing calligraphy and using it on cards and for headings etc The pen can easily be covered to an eyedropper with just some silicon grease on the threads, but I have been using a cartridge which I refill using a syringe with my favourite bottle inks.

## Features

- Brand : PILOT
- Made in United Kingdom
- Pilot parallel pen - 3.8 nib

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003L1YWSG |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Age range (description) | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 28,995 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 105 in Fountain Pens |
| Body Shape | Cylindrical |
| Brand | PILOT |
| Brand Name | PILOT |
| Closure Type | Click-Off Cap |
| Colour | Green |
| Country Of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,141 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Bold |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04902505192388 |
| Grip Type | Contoured |
| Included Components | 1 x PILOT Parallel Pen - 3.8 Nib, FPEPP3.8 |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Colour | Green |
| Ink colour | Green |
| Is the Product Left or Right Handed? | Ambidextrous |
| Item Dimensions | 50 x 50 x 28 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Calligraphy Fountain Pen Parallel Pen Green |
| Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms |
| Line Size | 3.8mm |
| Manufacturer | PILOT |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | FP3 - 38 |
| Model Number | RTL100012388J1 |
| Product Warranty | No |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Calligraphy |
| Special Features | Refillable |
| Style | 3.8 mm |
| Theme | calligraphy |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen |
| Writing instrument form | Fountain Pen |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** PILOT
- **Writing instrument form:** Fountain Pen
- **Colour:** Green
- **Ink colour:** Green
- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Point type:** Bold
- **Special feature:** Refillable
- **Unit count:** 1.0 count
- **Model name:** FP3 - 38

## Images

![FP3-38 3.8mm Parallel Pen (Pack of 1), green - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41DjpaWqXjL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Item Package Quantity** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does anyone know if there is an ink converter for this pen?**
A: Yes, there is a converter called Pilot CON-40.

**Q: Can this be used as a dip pen (like to dip it in the ink?)**
A: No I wouldn't recommend using it this way. The pen uses a flow of ink and a failure of supply 'mid-flourish' would spoil the effect.

**Q: Hi. Has anyone used this pen, the 3.8 nib with a converter? If so which one? Thanks.**
A: Even if you find a converter you will need to be careful which ink you use. I use the Pilot Parallels daily and use either the proprietary cartridges, or treat them as dip pens. Both work fine. Replacing the ink in the cartridge with a needle is easy, but most inks don't flow well through the mechanism.

**Q: Is the ink black or green? Not clear on the description.**
A: The ink is the colour of the cartridge you place in your pen. The green colour of your pen does not determine the colour of your ink. 
This pen actually comes with two coloured inks and you can purchase more colours or black only cartridge packs compatible with the pen separately.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great and unusual pen
*by B***. on 22 April 2024*

I already own the 6mm nib version of this pen and wanted to try this one, which seemed to be a good all rounder size. For those not familiar these are pens with a nib consisting of two parallel steel plates (hence the name). This enables both thick and thin lines to be produced depending on how you hold the pen and the angle it touches the page at. I bought the optional multi coloured ink cartridges (it takes Pilot's propriety ones) and so my pictures are of me using the lovely violet ink. The pen comes with one red and one black ink cartridge, a reservoir thing for cleaning the feed and nib and a little thin piece of plastic to get between the two pieces of the nib. It also comes with a handy and informative paper guide to the different pen strokes you can achieve and some calligraphy tips. I find this very useful but the text and illustrations are too small really. I bought this for drawing with and there seem to be a small but dedicated group of people like me who use them for art. However, I now also enjoy practicing calligraphy with it. If you want to use ink other than Pilot's you could refill their cartridges from bottled ink with a blunt syringe (I've done that with my 6mm pen), or else Pilot do a ink converter (Con 40), which should be easier. Okay it's made of plastic but feels well made enough to me. I can recommend this as something a bit different and great fun to use. I have also bought the 2.4mm one and wouldn't rule out getting the other sizes too!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great pens, great quality for such a low price.
*by A***W on 21 January 2018*

Excellent pens, I bought this along with a 6mm version too and a bottle of Pelikan highlighter ink. The highlighter ink is being used with the 6mm pen and it works brilliantly, allowing me to highlight notes in text books etc.. This pen is obviously very wide also, though you can write with the edge of the nib for a fine line, although a little scratchy. This makes it pretty versatile. I have been using for practicing calligraphy and using it on cards and for headings etc The pen can easily be covered to an eyedropper with just some silicon grease on the threads, but I have been using a cartridge which I refill using a syringe with my favourite bottle inks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great pen, easy to use
*by G***V on 10 January 2022*

This pen is unique and takes time to master but gives a perfect finish. Worthwhile trying on different papers to minimise feathering because it puts a lot of ink onto the surface. Excellent though when you get used to it.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-18*