We’re taking further our series of articles based on the history of the most famous brands in the pen industry and today’s article is about Montegrappa. An incredible brand that has been writing history since 1912 must have incredible stories to tell. Already known all over the world for all […]
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The History of Waterman – from insurance broker to inventor
History fascinates all of us and when it comes to the history of the pen industry’s giants we are even more intrigued. Today’s article reveals some of the most important stages of Waterman’s history. That said, join us on a journey back in time and let’s discover together some history […]
Montblanc Boheme – a tribute to elegance
While Belgium and the Netherlands were hosting the UEFA Euro 2000, in June 2000, somewhere in Germany, in Hamburg more precisely, Montblanc was about to launch one of their most successful models which name is a tribute to the historical region in todays Czech Republic: The Boheme. A Model that […]
Esterbrook: An American Icon
If ever there was a fountain pen so beloved that modern collectors searched for them, or a fountain pen that is so highly regarded that some of the most notable historical 20th century figures used their pens, Esterbrook would be that pen. From a span of about 100 years, Esterbrook […]
Aurora Hastil – An almost forgotten masterpiece
The son of some big names in design. Milestone of Made in Italy. Aurora Hastil has represented for over 20 years, the world reference point for technique and style. Permanently exhibited at MOMA in New York. Also sold by Montblanc. Today it’s an almost forgotten pen. Genesis When unveiled in […]
Leonardo Officina Italiana – It’s all about passion
Today, I’m glad to introduce you to the story of a newborn manufacturer of writing instruments, that has a solid background in the industry of pen-making. Founded in 2017, by the Matrone family, the brand I’m going to talk about is called Leonardo Officina Italiana and has over 45 years […]
Aurora Continents Series – Unity in diversity
Have you ever thought about how lucky are we to live surrounded by different cultures, lands and traditions? I know… since the pandemic started, everything has changed. We became more selfish, concerned about not getting the virus, neglecting on the other side the people around us and the activities that […]
Make Green Great Again – the most used color of 2021
One of my favorite hashtags ever is quite a long one: #makegreengreatagain. What started a couple of years ago with Eugenio Amos, Rally driver, Entrepreneur and creator of the fabulous Lancia Delta Integrale Futurista, shown for the first time in Basel in 2018, has arrived this year in the watch […]
Platinum – straight from the Land of the Rising Sun
Join us on a trip to Japan – the Land of the Rising Sun – to discover a brand that creates writing instruments and accessories for over a century. With an impressive history behind, iconic pieces and ultimate japanese precision, Platinum is still relatively unknown in Europe even though the […]
Graf von Faber-Castell Heritage Limited Edition – Tribute to Countess Ottilie and Count Alexander
If you’ve ever wondered which is the story behind the name Faber-Castell or which was the moment that marked the birth of the new name, then you’re about to find out reading this article because we’re going back in time to celebrate the wedding between Countess Ottilie and Count Alexander […]