As well as unseasonably warm (is it really just me?!) November is also proving to be an excellent month for new pens at Write Here! Most of our favourite manufacturers have sent us releases for a new fountain pen, most limited edition, in time to tempt us for Christmas. Here's a summary of some of the most exciting...
Magna Classic Tortoiseshell
The latest in Onoto’s Manga Classic range of pens, the
Tortoiseshell edition of the Magna Classic collection is crafted in resin, shaded in a pleasing combination
of amber, copper, bronze and chocolate – perfectly warm and reminiscent of
autumn as the weather apparently gets colder and darker in this part of the world. We were
lucky enough to get a sneak preview of this pen at our October pen evening, and
can confirm that it is both substantial and wonderfully balanced. Tempted? You
can have a closer look here.
Piri Reis
For their latest limited edition, Omas have decided to
honour the great Ottoman explorer and map maker Piri Reis as in 2013 we have reach
the 500th Anniversary since he produced the First World Map. I was excited just by seeing the box. The
Piri Reis limited edition is produced in three editions, the 1513 in rose gold,
the Book of Navigation in white gold and diamond, and the 500th Anniversary edition. Like all Omas limited editions, it has a lot of character, a story to tell, and strong ties to history which it expresses in the tiny elements of design which make the limited editions classic, and interesting. You can read about the background and history of Piri Reis on our website.
We’ve had it said to us many a time that there aren't enough wooded pens, and happily each Piri Reis design incorporates elements of oak wood to represent the
sailing galleon that unlocked the edges of the earliest world maps. Wood and gold - an interesting mix of medium, and an unusual one! These
editions have their unique meanings and ties to the history of Piri Reis – the
500th Anniversary is made in 500 pieces, the 1513 has only been produced in 10 pieces (the sum of 1, 5, 1, 3).(And there are only 10 surviving copies of the first edition of Piri Reis' Book of Navigation).
Conway Stewart’s Blue Laurel
We think the Blue Laurel, the latest of the Elegance series of fountain pens is
exquisite, and it is one of my favourites as I tend to like all things blue and silver. Conway Stewart have mentioned that this
edition is destined to become a classic and the royal blue enamel and guilloche engraved silver is certainly striking. Only 30 numbered fountain pens are being made in
this festive-inspired limited edition.
Sailor’s 1911 Black Luster
The new Black Luster from Sailor is the latest in their 1911 series and has been hinted at as a pen for men. Stylish black, complimented with black ion fittings, this
fountain pen is designed to be understated and a darker
interpretation of classic Sailor design. We don’t have any of these pens in
stock, as they’re not released until mid December, but get in touch if you’d
like to be on the waiting list.
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