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Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection

Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection

Montegrappa is back at it again.  They make many fun limited edition pens with movie themes.  Their newest is the Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection.  Harry Potter: Platform 9¾ returns to the origins of the Harry Potter story. The mythical platform at London’s Kings Cross Station is a location that resonates with all fans of the famous franchise.

Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection

First of all, the Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection is based on the place where young, aspiring wizards board the train to get to Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witchcraft.  Similarly, it is also where the young Harry Potter first encounters Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger – his companions through seven bestselling books and eight blockbuster movies.

Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection

Secondly, materials and proportions are from the popular Harry Potter: House Colors collection.  However, they are carried over into this new, stand-alone silhouette. Importantly, stainless steel is rendered with ion-plating, printing and enameling to adopt the livery of the Hogwarts Express. Similarly, the world’s most famous locomotive is recreated with laser-engraving on the cap, and appears beneath the Hogwarts Railways emblem. Notably, an enameled cap top sign says “Platform 9¾ – a gateway to a world of magical adventures”.

Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection Montegrappa Harry Potter Platform 9 ¾ Pen Collection

Finally, fountain pens, rollerballs and ballpoints make up the collection. With fountain pens issued with a 6mm filigree steel nib.  After that the nib size is available in: extra fine, fine, medium, broad, stub 1.1, and stub 1.5.  Fill your fountain pen via cartridge/converter filling system.  In addition, I recommend using Monteverde’s Red Velvet bottled ink to match the pen. As for the closure, the fountain pen and rollerball are equipped with threads for ease.  On the ballpoint, enjoy smooth twist-action retraction. Refill it with Monteverde Parker Style ballpoint or gel refills.  Packaging uses the laminated Hogwarts paperboard case supplied with Harry Potter: House Colors, providing authenticity and gifting appeal for pop culture fans of all ages.

 

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Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection

Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection

Montegrappa creates some of the most amazing, intricate limited edition writing instruments.  I love their use of different materials, and wild designs.  Speaking of wild – their newest is the Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection. 

Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection

First of all, Project WILD and Montegrappa depart Africa in search of cooler climes. Their newest collaboration with wildlife photographers and campaigners, Helle and Uri Løvevild Golman, ventures to the Arctic.  That’s where climactic extremes are as different as day and night. The WILD Nature Foundation founders’ devotion to theworld’s most remote locations highlights what we all stand to lose. Two-tone Montegrappite in this Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection emulates the moods of the threatened region in dazzling shades of blue. Their proprietary artisanal resin offers efficiencies that reduce the waste of conventional acrylics.

Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen

Secondly, is the ‘Ghost of the Arctic’: the snowy owl’s wing feather.  This wing feather is a staple of all Project WILD editions. A custom steel clip symbolizes the fragility of nature.  It also symbolizes Helle and Uri’s enduring efforts to preserve it. “What you love ⋅ You will protect.” is engraved into the cap top.  Project WILD’s mantra and expedition patch offers direction – and a reminder that love is always the answer.

Montegrappa Wild Arctic Pen Collection Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection

Spread the word. Notably, this is a limited edition of 999 fountain pens, rollerballs and ballpoints. They are accompanied by a selection of postcards featuring Project WILD’s finest polar wildlife images.

Finally, these fountain pens fill via cartridge and/or converter. Enjoy Montegrappa’s smooth 18k gold nib.  Choose from: extra fine, fine, medium, broad, or 1.1 stub.  I recommend filling it with Monteverde’s Sweet Life Iced Cookie ink to match.  Both fountain pen and rollerball have a threaded cap and barrel for easy attachment and removal.  The ballpoint is equipped with a smooth twist-action retraction mechanism.  I recommend using Monteverde’s Parker Style ballpoint or gel refills.

Montegrappa Wild Arctic Limited Edition Pen Collection

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Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

A lot of pen companies are releasing “space themed” pens.  Everyone from Retro 51 to Monteverde to Montegrappa jumps on the space theme bandwagon.  And there’s great reason: many pen enthusiasts are also fans of things that have a space theme.  Whether the subject matter is about other planets, potential alien life, stars in the sky, or even the vessels in which we ascend, there’s a pen for everyone.  In this case, the new Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection is exquisite. 

Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

First of all, the Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection follows the success of its predecessor, the Montegrappa Moon Landing.  Borrowed from Montegrappa’s own description:  When the Space Shuttle blasted off on its maiden mission in the spring of 1981, it marked the beginning of a new era in space exploration. Giuseppe Aquila remembers the moment vividly: “I was eleven and stayed up with my brothers to watch the launch,” Montegrappa’s owner reminisces. “It seemed like something out of Star Wars!” Without doubt, NASA’s first reusable spacecraft design was a sight for impressionable young eyes.  Launches would soon become commonplace, but the Space Shuttle would go on to define an era, providing a platform for international scientific endeavor.

Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

Secondly, this NASA Atlantis collection is available in fountain pen, rollerball, and ballpoint.  The fountain pen uses a high-quality steel nib.  Choose from: extra fine, fine, medium, broad, double broad, and 1.1 stub.  It fills either via cartridge or converter.  With this design and color scheme, I recommend filling with Monteverde’s Horizon Blue ink.  This blue seems to match the barrel perfectly.

Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

Importantly, the rollerball uses Schmidt 888 or 5888 refills.  I like how substantial the ballpoint is.  It’s got a smooth twist-action retraction.  Enjoy refilling with your favorite Monteverde Parker Style ballpoint or gel refills.

Montegrappa NASA Atlantis Pen Collection

Finally, while these pens aren’t numbered, they are still a limited production run.  Made with a white cap and blue barrel, these pens are a sight to behold.  Montegrappa made them with high-density resin, enamel, and stainless steel.  It’s reminiscent of the Space Shuttle’s clean, futuristic lines. 

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