Welcome to Waterman fountain pen where we review various Waterman fountain pens and aim to help you find the best Waterman fountain pen for you.
Lewis Waterman founded the Waterman fountain pen and indeed it was he who invented the capillary feed in fountain pens. The capillary action allows air to induce a steady and constant flow of ink and this capillary feed discovered by Waterman proved to be an industry wide standard. Lewis Waterman obtained a patent for his fountain pen in 1884 and Lewis was succeeded by his nephew Frank Waterman.
A Waterman fountain pen was used to sign the Versailles treaty.
Waterman Carene fountain pen
The Waterman Carene is one of the most popular Waterman pens. The Carene refers to the lines of a boat and this pen boasts a 23.3 karat gold plated clip and a solid 18 carat gold nib.
It is available in copper brown, charcoal grey, black, garnet red, royal blue, sea green shimmer, amber shimmer which reflect the nautical feel of this pen.
It comes with cartridges or an ink converter and can be picked up for around $275.
Waterman Hemisphere fountain pen
The Waterman hemisphere is an elegant pen which is very reasonably priced at around $50. There is a choice of nibs and has a large choice of finishes and has chrome or gold electroplated trims.
The Hemisphere boasts a classic two branched clip and the nib is beautifully engraved.
Waterman Carene Silver Meridian
The Waterman Carene Meridian costs around $350 and features a rhodium plated 18 karat gold nib which is uniquely inlaid. The pen has a very aerodynamic appearance and a rich plating finish. The quality of the metals that go into making this pen are evidenced by the hallmark stamps which you will see on the back of the Carene.
It utilizes a cartridge or ink converter system and comes with a pen case.
Waterman Edson Diamond Black Fountain pen
This pen is pricey at $1,100 but is an exceptional pen which is named after the founder of Waterman pens. It is one of the most prestigious fountain pens in the world and it features an 18 karat solid gold nib and a very complex system to regulate ink flow.
You have a choice of fine or medium nibs and is a cigar shaped shape or design. It is made up of 31 individual parts and uses precious materials with an open clip and wrap around clip brace.
It comes in a special box which is inspired by an antique ink blotter and is covered with a leather like material in the legendary Waterman blue.
This is a real collectors fountain pen.
Waterman Edson Sapphire Blue fountain pen
This pen is also called after the founder of Waterman pens, Louis Waterman, whose middle name was Edson.
This pen will set you back around $1,000 and has an 18 karat solid gold inlaid nib and is designed not to leak, no matter how high it goes.
It has a translucent lacquer body and is also available in a rollerball or ball point pen.
Waterman Exception Limited Edition Vermeil Gold fountain pen
This pen will set you back $1,950 for the solid 18 karat gold version or $1,650 for the .925 sterling silver version.
It is clearly an expensive pen but is truly stunning with a limited edition of 1000 pieces in the Vermeil or 1500 in Sterling Silver. Each pen in this series is hand polished that accentuates the deep cuts and the smooth edges of the sterling silver.
Waterman Charleston fountain pen
This pen features the retro style of the Hundred Year Pen of 1939 from Waterman and is combined with the benefits of modern technology.
The Charleston from Waterman comes in White Ivory with golf plated trims, Ebony black with gold trims, Ebony black with chrome trims or Navy blue with chromed trims.
The nib is 18 karat gold and is engraved with an art deco design and Waterman’s trademark hexagon. The ring or central band of the Charleston is finely grooved with the decorative Waterman name in a retro style.
Edson 125 ans
The Waterman Edson 125 ans is a fine fountain pen designed to celebrate the invention of the Waterman fountain pen in 1883 by Lewis Edson Waterman.
It features an 18 karat solid gold rhodium plated nib set into it’s round barrel and is engraved with the Waterman name and State hallmarks.
It boasts a graphic diamond finish combining palladium and lacquer(soft blue) and is inspired by the flow of sand in a timer.
There are only 1883 of these pens in existence and each one bears a unique number on it’s clip. This is a beautiful fountain pen from Waterman which would be a prized collectors item.
Waterman Expert
The Waterman expert comes in deluxe black or deluxe white. The white version boasts deep layers of smooth white lacquer with a metallic cap which is engraved with horizontal stripes.
The nib of the Expert from Waterman is stainless steel and it features a very elegant clip with the Waterman logo etched at the top.
The Waterman fountain pen is synonymous with luxury and clearly there are many of it’s range which are expensive. But for everyday working fountain pens Waterman also provide a nice range of cool, sophisticated pens which are bound to impress and I particularly like the retro, art deco style which seems to combine the best of both worlds with classic design and modern technology taking care of the internal workings of the Waterman fountain pen.
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