Lamy Safari Fountain Pen - Pink Brand_Graf von Faber-Castell the cap and barrel feature

the cap and barrel feature repeating Guilloche sunbursts overlaid with interlocking double-leaf accouterments reminiscent of the 1896 Coronation Egg commemorating the 1896 coronation of Nicholas II

This special celebratory writing instrument is made from hand-polished red resin and features an ebonite feed to compliment the flexible nib

that is hand cut with a recessed image into steel or acid etched into copper

The rhodium trims decorating the barrel and cap are styled after African patterns and art

including the cap band featuring the skyline of Florence

Lamy Safari Fountain Pen - Pink Brand_Graf von Faber-Castell the cap and barrel featureThe Safari's design and prominent, spring loaded clip created a stir during its market launch in the early 1980s. Made of ASA plastic, the Safari comes in a wide variety of colors and interchangeable nib widths, including a left handed variant (sold separately). The body features a cutout that serves as an ink window. The Safari sports an interchangeable steel nib.