The Waterman Carène Fountain Pen features a yacht-inspired silhouette crafted from warm amber lacquer and adorned with precision-applied 23K gold-plated trim. At its heart lies an integrated 18K solid gold medium nib—ingeniously inlaid into the pen body rather than simply attached—creating a seamless writing surface that glides across paper with exceptional control and consistent ink flow characteristic of French pen-making tradition.

This substantial writing instrument weighs 1.2 ounces and measures 5.66 inches capped, providing ideal balance between the cap and barrel during extended writing sessions. The snap-cap mechanism secures the nib when not in use, while the included converter allows switching between convenient cartridges and the expressive range of fountain pen ink colors available in bottles. Writers particularly appreciate the Carène's medium nib width (0.7mm) that produces distinctive line variation depending on writing angle—thinner on upstrokes, wider on downstrokes—adding character to signatures and correspondence.

Each pen arrives in a premium presentation box with both a Waterman ink cartridge and converter, ready for immediate use or gifting. The option for personalized engraving transforms this Waterman Carene into a commemorative piece for significant professional milestones or academic achievements, with text precision-engraved into the gold-plated cap band.

Features

• Integrated 18K solid gold medium nib with innovative inlaid design delivers extraordinarily smooth writing
• Exceptional yacht-inspired design with sleek, fluid lines and distinctive silhouette
• Rich amber lacquer finish with luxurious 23K gold-plated trim and accents
• Perfectly balanced with substantial weight for superior writing comfort and stability
• Includes both a Waterman ink cartridge and converter for use with bottled ink
• Presented in a premium Waterman gift box, making it perfect for significant gifting occasions.