SAMURAI - 2019 PEN OF THE YEAR.
The Pen of the Year 2019 is inspired by the Japanese Samurai and their matchless martial arts skills, their swords made from the most precious materials and their silently gliding movements, the aesthetics of which are so similar to the writing process.
The traditional process employed by Japanese forges to make their long swords sharp and robust was very complex. The blades were formed from tamahagane steel, while the sword’s sheath and handle were made of untreated magnolia wood, covered with prized stingray leather. The production materials, as well as the look and feel of the Pen of the Year, are inspired by these masterpieces. _______________________________________________
SAMURAI.
Samurais believe that intuition is just as important as the intellectual learning of the rules so that they can be free of selfishness and wrong intentions. In line with this tenet, the dark stained barrel made of magnolia wood features a quote engraved in 24-carat-gold varnish by Miyamoto Musashi, “Today I win against myself of yesterday”. A metal plate, engraved with the 24 carat, gold-plated Japanese character for samurai, adorns the cap. The end cap is also engraved with the symbol created by Musashi for the word “tsuba”, or hand guard, the device that protects the hand when holding the weapon. The two caps, the handle and the 18-carat-gold nib of the fountain pen, offered in F, M, or B, are coated in ruthenium. Piston-Fill. A matching Rollerball is also available. The fountain pen is limited to 400 pieces and the Rollerball to 120 pieces.________________________________________________
SAMURAI BLACK EDITION.
“Cultivate both – your spirit and wisdom” is the quote by Miyamoto Musashi on the Black Edition of the 2019 Pen of the Year. The painted black metal shaft resembles the beautifully decorated armour made from individual metal plates. Delicate, tapered lines with 24-carat gold plating make the embellishment appear slightly embossed. The Japanese character for Samurai is engraved in the tamahagane inlay in the cap. The end cap is adorned with the symbol “tsuba” (hand guard) designed by Musashi and a wave-like pattern is lasered onto the end cap, reminiscent of the smoothness and harmony of water. The caps and the handle are finished with an anthracite-grey PVD coating made from titanium, while the 18-carat-gold nib, in Medium only, is coated with ruthenium. The Fountain Pen is limited to 330 pieces and the matching Rollerball is limited to 100 pieces.___________________________________

Each of these unique numbered pens represents the inner disposition of the Samurai to strive for strength, clarity and perfection. The exclusive pens come in a high-gloss, black wooden case. A certificate, signed by Count Charles von Faber-Castell attests to the authenticity of the limited edition.

“Practice what you know, and it will help to make clear what now you do not know.”
-Rembrandt van Rijn

Rembrandt was a 17th century painter and etcher whose work came to dominate what has since been named the Dutch Golden Age. One of the most revered artists of all time, Rembrandt's greatest creative triumphs are seen in his portraits of his contemporaries, illustrations of biblical scenes and self-portraits as well as his innovative etchings and use of shadow and light. In range, originality, and expressive power, his large production of paintings, drawings, and etchings has never been surpassed.
Krone honors the prolific Dutch artist, for his mastery of compelling compositions of light, space, atmosphere, modeling and texture.

This fine hand painted writing instrument is an homage to the rich and dramatic Self Portrait at the age of 34. The cap is enveloped with Krone’s micro-chiseling technique, which uses gold leaf, finished with delicate hand painting. The contrast of the gilded surface against the deep tones of the painting, make for an extraordinary visual masterpiece. The fountain pen is enhanced with an 18kt gold nib, available in M, F, and B widths. Cartridge/Converter fill. The collection is completed with a matching rollerball.

Available in a worldwide Limited Edition of 888 fountain pens and 888 rollerballs.

“Practice what you know, and it will help to make clear what now you do not know.”
-Rembrandt van Rijn

Rembrandt was a 17th century painter and etcher whose work came to dominate what has since been named the Dutch Golden Age. One of the most revered artists of all time, Rembrandt's greatest creative triumphs are seen in his portraits of his contemporaries, illustrations of biblical scenes and self-portraits as well as his innovative etchings and use of shadow and light. In range, originality, and expressive power, his large production of paintings, drawings, and etchings has never been surpassed.
Krone honors the prolific Dutch artist, for his mastery of compelling compositions of light, space, atmosphere, modeling and texture.

This fine hand painted writing instrument is an homage to the rich and dramatic Self Portrait at the age of 34. The cap is enveloped with Krone’s micro-chiseling technique, which uses gold leaf, finished with delicate hand painting. The contrast of the gilded surface against the deep tones of the painting, make for an extraordinary visual masterpiece. The fountain pen is enhanced with an 18kt gold nib, available in M, F, and B widths. Cartridge/Converter fill. The collection is completed with a matching rollerball.

Available in a worldwide Limited Edition of 888 fountain pens and 888 rollerballs.

ETERNAL II Exclusive Limited Edition of 100 Fountain Pens and 50 Rollerballs Worldwide.

Following the huge success of the Eternal, Mabie Todd has now released Eternal II with an Art Nouveau cap design. The original Eternal Collection was released in 1924 by Mabie Todd & Co. and was an overwhelming success for many years. It is only fitting that the Eternal II Limited Edition is hand-crafted from an eternal material - genuine Abalone sea shell - making the design of each pen exquisite and unique. The brilliant colors and iridescence of the natural shell catch the light and sparkle, making each pen an object of beauty. The cap and barrel end are Ruthenium plated. The very end of the barrel is threaded, allowing the user to tightly post the cap when in the writing position. The smooth, two-tone stainless steel Bock nib is gold plated, available in Fine and Medium widths. Cartridge/converter fill, a piston converter is included.

ETERNAL II Exclusive Limited Edition of 100 Fountain Pens and 50 Rollerballs Worldwide.

Following the huge success of the Eternal, Mabie Todd has now released Eternal II with an Art Nouveau cap design. The original Eternal Collection was released in 1924 by Mabie Todd & Co. and was an overwhelming success for many years. It is only fitting that the Eternal II Limited Edition is hand-crafted from an eternal material - genuine Abalone sea shell - making the design of each pen exquisite and unique. The brilliant colors and iridescence of the natural shell catch the light and sparkle, making each pen an object of beauty. The cap and barrel end are Ruthenium plated. The very end of the barrel is threaded, allowing the user to tightly post the cap when in the writing position. The smooth, two-tone stainless steel Bock nib is gold plated, available in Fine and Medium widths. Cartridge/converter fill, a piston converter is included.