The pen had been made from Zircote (pronounced  zi·ri·co·te  \ ˌzirəˈkōtā \) which has a very unique appearance, sometimes referred to as “spider-webbing” or “landscape” grain figure.  The grain is straight to slightly interlocked with a medium to fine texture and a beautiful natural luster. It is quite a rare timber being found only in southern Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.Common uses for Zircote are:  Furniture, veneer, cabinetry, gun-stocks, musical instruments (usually acoustic and electric guitars), and other small turned objects. Once the body was turned to size the surface was finished with several grades of abrasive finally using 1600grit. A coat of clear lacquer was then applied, allowed to dry and then de-nibbed with more 1600 grit. This process was repeated eight more times before the final coat was buffed with a micro-fibre cloth.

The thought process I had when designing the pen was that the wooden portion should represent Ruggero’s love of high quality furniture, whilst the highly polished chrome plate hexagonal components hinted at the engineering incorporated in the race cars and karts he so successfully competed in. The black & white chequered band was an obvious hint at his kart and car racing life.

As can be seen in the photographs, the hexagonal knib unit un-screws to reveal a screw suction pump to fill the ink reservoir. This reservoir assembly can be pulled away from the knib and replaced with a standard international type ink cartridge of any chosen colour ink.

Another unique design feature is that the pen top with its clip is removed simply by pulling away from the main body. It is held in place with a rare earth magnet so should not accidentaly come apart in normal use.

Handmade Pen Product Details

What’s Included with your Pen Purchase

• Includes the handcrafted fountain pen in the pictures shown above
• Includes ink reservoir – ready to use
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity

Additional Information on Handcrafted Pens

This elegant pen is made using an unusual hardwood called Ziricote from Central America and Mexico. Ziricote has a very unique appearance, which is sometimes referred to as “spider-webbing” or “landscape” grain figure. It is often used for furniture, veneer, cabinetry, gunstocks, musical instruments (acoustic and electric guitars), turned objects, and other small specialty wood items. This pen comes with the Black Chrome plating to the metalwork creating  a unique combination of refinement and industrial design.

The Ziricote Tech pen has a super smooth, quiet click mechanism. The pen comes with a black ‘Parker’ type refill installed. Replacements can be obtained from most good stationers.

A velvet sleeve is supplied for everyday protection

You’ll also receive a Certificate of Authenticity with each pen ordered.

Product dimensions are the size of the pen inside its box.

Handmade Pen Product Details

What’s Included with your Ballpoint Pen Purchase

• Includes the handcrafted hardwood pen in the pictures shown above
• Includes black ink cartridge – ready to use
• Includes velvet protective pen sleeve
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity

Additional Information on Handcrafted Pens