Ginza Itoya × ZEBRA Sharbo 3in1 Multifunction Pen: Vivid Blue (Model B010N106A4)

(伊東屋 シャーボ 3in1 ブルー / ゼブラ製造 回転式多機能ペン / 真鍮製ボディ)

The Legendary Rotary Multi-Pen Heritage Engineered by ZEBRA in an Exclusive Ginza Itoya Colorway — Itoya Sharbo 3-in-1 in Vivid Blue, Featuring Solid Brass Construction, 2-Color Ballpoint (Black & Red) + 0.5mm Mechanical Pencil, Silky Continuous Twist Deployment & Universal D1 Refill Compatibility!

Product Overview:

• Brand / Design Collaboration: Ginza Itoya (銀座 伊東屋 — Historic Tokyo luxury stationery authority founded in 1904) × ZEBRA Co., Ltd. (ゼブラ — Legendary Japanese pen pioneer that invented the multi-action Sharbo in 1977)

• Model Name: Itoya Sharbo 3in1 (伊東屋 シャーボ3in1)

• ASIN: B010N106A4

• Colorway: Vivid Blue (伊東屋限定 ビビッドブルー — A clean, sophisticated royal blue with high-luster gloss lacquer and polished chrome appointments)

• 3-in-1 Multifunctional Mechanism:

  • Ballpoint Pen (Black / 黒): Pre-loaded with Zebra ESB-0.7mm smooth emulsion ink

  • Ballpoint Pen (Red / 赤): Pre-loaded with Zebra ESB-0.7mm smooth emulsion ink

  • Mechanical Pencil (シャープペン): 0.5 mm lead drafting mechanism with push-knock eraser advance

• Deployment Mechanism: Continuous Bidirectional Rotary Twist Action (スムーズな回転繰り出し式 — Rotate the upper barrel smoothly in either direction to alternate between black ink, red ink, and mechanical pencil)

• Body Material: Solid Turned Brass (重量バランスに優れた真鍮製フルメタルボディ — Provides satisfying heft, reassuring low-center-of-gravity balance, and lifetime durability)

• Refill Standard: Universal D1 Size (4C standard) — Compatible with world-standard mini-refills

• Package Dimensions & Weight: Approx. 16.7 cm × 5.1 cm × 2.2 cm; Approx. 40 g (with presentation case)

• Country of Origin: Japan (日本製 / Authentic Zebra Manufacturing for Ginza Itoya)

• Condition: Brand New 

Background & Engineering Heritage:

Two titans of Japanese stationery craftsmanship united in a single iconic writing instrument! First introduced by ZEBRA in 1977 with the famous catchphrase "Right rotation for the ballpoint, left rotation for the pencil," the Sharbo (シャーボ) fundamentally transformed the global pen industry by integrating a full mechanical pencil and ballpoint into a single slender barrel.

This Itoya Limited Edition Sharbo 3in1 takes Zebra’s precision rotary engineering and finishes it in Ginza Itoya’s signature aesthetic:

1. Solid Brass Architecture: Unlike lightweight plastic multi-pens, this model is turned from solid brass. Its substantial heft anchors the pen firmly in the hand, reducing writing fatigue and eliminating internal mechanism rattle.

2. Silky Rotary Action: Zebra’s internal rotary clutch operates with whisper-quiet, fluid precision, locking cleanly into each function with zero play at the writing tip.

3. Hybrid Emulsion Ink (ESB): Pre-loaded with Zebra ESB emulsion refills, combining the permanence and water-resistance of oil-based ballpoints with the ultra-low friction gliding feel of gel pens.

4. Vivid Modern Styling: Finished in an eye-catching, high-gloss vivid blue lacquer complemented by mirror-polished chrome trim, making it equally suited for boardroom contract signings, executive EDC, or luxury gift-giving.

📋 Technical Specifications & Product Details:

✨ Key Features & Functional Highlights:

• 3 Everyday Essentials in 1 Sleek Profile: Seamlessly switch between black notes, red editing marks, and 0.5mm pencil sketching with a quiet flick of the wrist.

• Solid Brass Full-Metal Heft: Balanced weight distribution lets gravity guide your handwriting with minimal downward hand pressure.

• Zebra ESB Emulsion Ink: Delivers rich, smear-resistant, vibrant lines that glide across paper without blob buildup or skipping.

• Streamlined Clip & Barrel: Minimalist Japanese silhouette slips easily into shirt pockets, planner pen loops, or leather pen slips.

• Executive Gift Appeal: Ideal corporate, graduation, or personal milestone gift backed by the historic heritage of Ginza Itoya.

💡 D1 Universal Refill Compatibility Guide (替芯の互換性について):

• Universal D1 Standard: This pen utilizes the internationally recognized standard "D1" mini-refill size (Japanese 4C format). When the factory refills run out, you can replace them with official Zebra refills or easily swap in D1 refills from premium global manufacturers:

  • Zebra ESB-0.7 / ESB-0.5 (Emulsion Hybrid Ink) — Factory standard

  • Zebra 4C-0.7 / 4C-0.5 / JSB Gel Refills

  • Uni Jetstream D1 Refills (SXR-200-05 / SXR-200-07)

  • Pilot BRF-8 / Acro Ink D1 Refills

  • Lamy M21 / Kaweco D1 / Schmidt 635 Megaline Refills

• Mechanical Pencil Leads: The pencil component accepts any standard 0.5mm pencil leads (Pentel Ain Stein, Uni Smudge-Proof, Pilot Neox, etc.).