XiaoZhuo is SIMEICHU's compact pocket-size pen series. It is made as a refined writing tool: good-looking, distinctive, dependable in daily use, and enjoyable to hold.
It is short when capped and more comfortable when posted. Current natural wood models use a short cartridge-based writing system. Check the product options for the available fountain pen nib or Schmidt rollerball writing unit.
Madagascar Ironwood, known in China as Xiaoye Hongtan, is a dense reddish-brown hardwood mainly sourced from Africa, including Madagascar and Mozambique.
It is valued for its weight, hardness, wear resistance, and smooth polished feel. The heartwood usually ranges from red-brown to deeper brown, with clear, fine grain and a calm natural texture.
In Chinese furniture and craft markets, this wood is often appreciated as a practical alternative to traditional rosewood-style hardwoods. It is commonly used for high-end furniture, carved objects, beads, and decorative pieces.
This is not true Red Sandalwood and not Chinese national-standard hongmu, but it has its own appeal: solid, durable, understated, and warm in the hand.
| Feature | Detail | Feature | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | XiaoZhuo | Series | Natural Wood |
| Material | Natural Wood with Brass Accents | Finish | Hand-polished, Natural High Gloss |
| Writing Options | Fountain Pen / Cartridge Rollerball | Ink Supply | Standard International Short Cartridge |
| Length — Capped | 100 mm / 3.9 in | Length — Posted | 123 mm / 4.8 in |
| Weight | Approx. 18 g |
Official Schmidt Cartridge-Rollerball-System
Currently available with the 0.7 mm TC ball only
TC ball made from durable tungsten carbide
Compatible with Schmidt FH 41 and FH 241 fountain pen units
Uses standard international short ink cartridges
The XiaoZhuo is designed to support two interchangeable Schmidt writing systems: an FH 241 fountain pen unit with a #5 stainless steel nib, or a Cartridge-Rollerball-System with a 0.7 mm TC ball.
Choose your preferred writing system when ordering. The writing unit selected at checkout is included with the pen.
Due to the XiaoZhuo’s compact length, it cannot accommodate a standard ink converter. Please use standard international short cartridges, or refill an empty cartridge with a syringe.
Use it often. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth after use. Store it at normal room temperature.
Avoid high heat, direct sun, cars, heaters, air-conditioner vents, extreme dryness, high humidity, alcohol, and harsh cleaners.
For shipping, returns, wood care, cartridges, and XiaoZhuo design notes, please see our FAQ.
