Look in your bag or briefcase, and you most likely will not find there as simple and need an accessory as a pen. Increasingly, laptops, smartphones, all kinds of tablets and other latest inventions come to replace the writing device. Many simply forget that the pen not only allows us to embody ideas on paper, but it is also an integral attribute of the image of a successful business person. That is why we decided to present you some new products from the collection of writing instruments of the most famous manufacturers in the world, as well as several absolutely stunning accessories that can be safely transferred to the category of gadgets from the category of necessary things. However, sometimes they can not do without them.
King of the hill.
Montblanc, one of the leading luxury writing instrument companies, has released several new limited collections. One of them is Meisterstuck Montblanc Diamond. What is the difference between this collection and everyone else? The company took as its basis its classic product, and raised it to a whole new level. A handmade model with a radiated feather is decorated with platinum inserts and gold (14 carats) with the addition of a placer of precious stones. The Montblanc brand name is a snow-white star, usually crowning the cap of a pen, in this collection sparkles with a beautiful diamond sparkle. Each year, the company produces a limited series of pens dedicated to famous personalities. This year Montblanc fell on several people at once.
Walk through the stars
The Montblanc StarWalker pen series was first launched in 2003, marking the brand’s entry into the new era of writing instruments - sophisticated, ergonomic, ultra-tech. In 2010, in addition to the existing StarWalker pen collection, Montblanc introduced two new series - StarWalker Midnight Black Metal and StarWalker Midnight Black Resin. Elegant dark gray color, individual parts of the case, as well as a feather made of 14-carat gold, are coated with ruthenium - a rare metal of the platinum group. These writing instruments give unique tactile sensations and attract attention with an innovative design. Ruthenium is a rather rare and expensive metal; it is extremely resistant to mechanical damage, which suggests that the new StarWalker pen collections will last for many years. The collection includes ballpoint pens, scooters and fountain pens with a gold pen.
God save the queen!
The first was Queen Elizabeth I of England. She was the most powerful monarch ever to rule the English throne. Under the wise and skillful rule of her Majesty, England has become a global dominant empire.
The set dedicated to Elizabeth I consists of two writing instruments - a ballpoint pen and a fountain pen. The ink pen from this collection is covered with precious varnish, and the pen is made of pure gold 750, decorated with handmade engraving depicting the crown of Elizabeth, in which she ascended the throne in 1559. Montblanc's signature emblem is mother of pearl. The clip is also made of gold and decorated with a small emerald. The release of these pens was limited to two circulations: in April of this year, 888 sets were released, and in May - another 4810 copies.
In memory of John Lennon
This fall, Montblanc introduced the collection of pens The John Lennon Edition in honor of the 70th birthday of the legendary musician John Lennon. This collection is presented in three versions. Cases of pens made of black precious resin resemble the ribbed surfaces of vinyl records, and the clips of the caps resemble guitar vultures. John Lennon’s self-portrait, a sketch he often used instead of a signature, is located on the center ring surrounding the pen. The Pacific is a symbol of peace engraved on the 18ct gold pen of Montblanc John Lennon Special Edition 2010. In addition to fountain pens, this line will include scooters and ballpoint pens.
The Montblanc John Lennon Commemoration Edition 1940 series features blue tanzanite as a hint of Lennon’s famous blue glasses placed on a clip of a guitar-shaped pen. The silver cases of the pens are decorated with symbolic engravings, including the release date of the song “Imagine” (10/02/1971) and self-portrait of John Lennon.
The most unique series - Montblanc John Lennon Limited Edition 70 - will be released in a limited edition of only 70 copies. Made of 18K white gold, the frame surrounding the handle body is the repeating word “Imagine”. The blue tone of the transparent resin on the body and cap of the pen reminds of Lennon's round blue glasses. This color is repeated in sapphire, located on the pen clip next to three diamonds showing the chords of the song “Imagine”. The lacquer coating at the bottom of the pen body simulates a piano keyboard, and John Lennon's self-portrait is engraved on gold
S.T.Dupont
And for those who have not quit smoking, a lighter is as much an indispensable accessory as a pen. S.T.Dupont, along with its exotic collections of writing instruments, such as the recently launched Samurai limited edition collection, adorned in the finest Japanese traditions using old inlay varnish techniques, also offers a wide selection of cigarette lighters.
One of the company's latest product lines is the ULTRAJet and miniJet lighters. Improved graphic design and beautiful silhouettes allow you to feel the highest sense of comfort during use. Now even the process of lighting a candle becomes very simple. The ignition mechanism is safe so that too curious kids do not play with fire. As soon as you start using ULTRAJet or miniJet, you will immediately get used to their autonomy and convenience. In addition, you don’t want to buy disposable lighters clogging the planet anymore, and by purchasing miniJet you will make a personal contribution of 10 euros to the World Conservation Fund. Do not want to give up a bad habit? Take care of your planet!
From Paris to Japan
Dunhill cufflinks are a nice present for a real gentleman. Well-known British luxury accessories manufacturer Dunhill has released a new collection of Autumn 2010 winter cufflinks inspired by the travels of Clement Kurt, who runs the Dunhill store in the Rue de la Pé, who traveled all over the continent to Japan in 1930 to purchase elegant Japanese varnish products for your company.
In accordance with each stage of Kurt’s journey, from Paris to Russia, through Siberia, Mongolia, Korea to Japan, each pair of cufflinks is made in a unique style from different materials. So, “Hatch Wheel” and “Submarine Window” cufflinks are made of brass, sterling silver with hematite finish, “Wing” and “Samurai Handle” cufflinks are made of pure silver.
From the top of "Grape Mountain"
Dedication to Muhammad Ali A collection of pens dedicated to the great athlete, the greatest boxer of the twentieth century, Muhammad Ali, opens a new series of elite writing instruments Montegrappa Icons, which pays tribute to outstanding figures of culture, sports or art, in which they won worldwide fame and recognition. Muhammad Ali, nee Cassius Clay, was born in 1942. He became the six-time Golden Gloves tournament champion in Kentucky, won the Golden Gloves national tournament twice, and became the champion of the United States Amateur Athletic Union twice, after which he won recognition and the highest award, the gold medal at the light summer Olympic Games in Rome. . By the age of 18, he had 127 victories and only 5 defeats.
In the collection of pens “Tribute to Muhammad Ali”, the Montegrappa craftsmen tried to reflect his rich career in detail. The handle case, made of mother-of-pearl resin with a black stripe along the entire length, resembles Muhammad Ali's boxing shorts. At the end of the handle are two black stripes in a circle, as on his socks, and the clip has the shape of a stitch on his boxing gloves. The curved lines of the cap bearing the autograph of the great athlete resemble a punching bag in shape, and the end face is made in the form of a ring, which Ali received, having won the title of World Champion, and the engraving “The Greatest of All the Time”. On the golden pen handle you can see the silhouette of the victorious boxer with his hands up and the name “Ali”.
The Montegrappa Tribute to Muhammad Ali collection was released in a limited edition, reflecting the iconic numbers in his life: year of birth - 1942, 61 matches, 56 wins, of which 37 by knockout victories. Following these numbers, Montegrappa releases 1942 fountain pens and 1942 rollers with trim silver, as well as 61 fountain pens and 56 scooters in 18k gold.
French letter
Another writing instrument company Waterman in 2010 launched a new collection of pens Carene. The company compares its pens with ballerinas, because they are as elegant and graceful as the dancers on the stage of the theater. The new collection was developed by Beatrice Fontenoy, art director Waterman. The collection consists of 4 pens: 2 Carene essential and two others Carene Contemporary. For the manufacture of line pens Carene an unusual black varnish was used to cover the case, 18 carat gold for a pen. All Carene pens are processed using a new technical coating - PVD, which allows the metal to retain color for many years.
New hero. To those who feel the difference.
Unique Men's Gadgets Roland Iten Mechanical Luxury
Boutique Rivoli Prestige, located in the hotel Burj Al Arab, for the first time in the Middle East region introduced a new collection of men's gadgets Roland Iten Mechanical Luxury from a Swiss company Rolling itenspecializing in the manufacture of expensive mechanical accessories for men. It included: unique belt buckles with mechanisms built into them, belts, original business card holders and metal purses for storing credit cards with a combination lock, cufflinks, special mechanical lanyard tips to prevent tearing made of pure gold by Roland Iten masters, and much more. The founder of the mechanical gadgets brand for men, Roland Iten, believes: “A perfectly dressed man - like a knight in armor, is untouchable. His whole appearance is much more than clothes. This is his style and his attitude to the world. You can create an image of an“ untouchable ” , even wearing ordinary blue jeans. This will bring you back to yourself. My mechanical devices, revived in seemingly familiar things, but using unusual materials, also return men to the world of honesty and true functionality.
