Since its launch in 2007, "preppy" series is growing in its popularity mostly due to its high writing performance while maintaining a low price. Platinum made the "Ultra fine" nib in response to customer's need, allowing a clear fine writing in limited spaces such as a notebook or diary.Alike existing preppy models "Fine 03F" and "Medium 05M," the 02 also applies "Slip & Seal Mechanism" that prevents ink from drying out in the pen, even after a year without usage. It provides smooth writing anytime. The nib made of a mixed metal provides a point excellent in abrasion resistance.