Kaweco Fountain Pen Special matte black (M, nib LUIBAN checked)
Kaweco Special Fountain Pen – Matte Black ALU Profile with Octagonal Design
The Kaweco Special fountain pen combines iconic design with everyday functionality. Its distinctive look is inspired by office pencils from the 1930s, giving the pen a clean, technical character while maintaining a timeless, classic appeal. Thanks to the octagonal profile, it sits smoothly in the hand and offers a secure grip for comfortable, controlled writing.
This ALU profile fountain pen features a matte black finish, complemented by black chrome-plated brass turning parts for a refined, premium appearance. It comes with a bare steel nib with an iridium tip by Bock Heidelberg, designed for a consistent ink flow and reliable performance. The Kaweco Special is compatible with ink cartridges or a converter and is available in nib sizes F, M, and B.
Highlights & Features
- Design inspiration: office pencils from the 1930s
- Comfortable octagonal profile for a secure, ergonomic grip
- ALU profile body with a matte black finish
- Black chrome-plated brass turning parts for elegant detailing
- Steel nib with iridium tip by Bock Heidelberg
- Compatible with ink cartridges or converter
- Nib sizes: F, M, B (depending on selection)
Use & Tips
- Perfect for daily notes, signatures, and longer writing sessions
- Choose your nib: F for fine writing, M as an all-rounder, B for bold lines
- Using a converter is ideal for frequent writers and bottled ink
- For best results: write with light pressure and keep a steady angle
- If unused for a while: rinse the nib section briefly and let it dry
Why this fountain pen?
The Kaweco Special is an excellent choice if you value precise design, a comfortable grip, and reliable writing performance. The octagonal profile is more than a visual signature – it improves handling and control. Combined with the quality nib by Bock Heidelberg and the flexibility of cartridges or converter use, this pen is a stylish, durable companion for both work and everyday life.
Technical specifications
| Product type: | Fountain pen |
| Series: | Kaweco Special |
| Design: | Octagonal profile, inspired by 1930s office pencils |
| Barrel material: | Aluminium (ALU profile) |
| Finish/Color: | Matte black |
| Trim/Turning parts: | Brass, black chrome-plated |
| Nib: | Steel nib with iridium tip (Bock Heidelberg) |
| Nib sizes: | F / M / B |
| Ink system: | Ink cartridges or converter |
| Length: | 140 mm |