Wingback Mechanical Pen

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Taking a stand against the disposable culture of fast fashion, Wingback designs products they believe will change the way consumers – and manufacturers – behave; by creating cherished items that will last a lifetime.

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The Wingback Mechanical Pen, epitomises their "buy once" philosophy. Machine turned from brass or stainless steel, it has been designed to last for decades, not months and help its owner rediscover the joy of putting pen to paper.

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With a wide 10mm (3/8 Inch) diameter and knurled grip, it sits comfortably in the hand to reduce writing fatigue while the satisfying weight of its materials encourages more time to be taken with every pen stroke.

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The Details

• A large 10mm (3/8 Inch) diameter allows for a better grip around the pen barrel means you can write more comfortably for longer
• At a compact 117.5mm (4.63 Inch) length, the pen fits neatly in the crook of your hand when writing and is ideal to tuck in your pocket or bag
• Made in the UK and built to last a lifetime
• Personalisation of 50 characters available, laser engraved onto the barrel
• A single handed twist allows you to lock the nib in place with our bespoke mechanism
• Precise manufacturing tolerances stop any unwanted nib wobble
• Includes Fisher PR pressurised refill - (Refills widely available from Amazon etc)

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Personalisation

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We can laser engrave up to 50 characters on the barrel to your specification, enough space for your initials, name or a personal quote to make your pen a little bit extra special.

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Design and Functionality

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Over 25 iterations has honed in on this design. A larger diameter barrel means your hand won't fatigue as quickly as gripping a narrower pen and the knurled barrel provides good purchase for your fingers. The satisfying weight of the pen also acts as a gentle reminder to take more time over your writing and drawing, achieving a neater result.

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Materials

Brass: 56g / 1.98 oz

The heavier of the two, the brass pen will develop a unique patina as its surface oxidises and interacts with the natural oils in your hands. This pen will quickly look like a timeless tool, but can easily be polished up to its original lustre.

Stainless Steel 304: 50g / 1.76 oz

Slightly lighter than brass, stainless steel has a harder surface and will not oxidise over time. This means it will maintain its crisp aesthetic indefinitely.

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Cartridge

At the end of the day, a pen is only as good as the cartridge that you use. That's why the Wingback X works with Fisher Space Pens*. The PR refill is a pressurised cartridge with a tungsten carbide tip. Every pen comes with a PR4 (medium, black) refill. It lasts three times longer than alternatives and provides an unparalleled smoothness with every pen stroke.

*Fisher Space Pen® Pressurized Ink Cartridge. ‘Fisher’ and ‘Space Pen’ are trademarks of Fisher Pen Co. Boulder City, NV U.S.A.

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Engineering

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The product is made in the UK using local trusted suppliers, with metal designs that are custom made from start to finish. A solid block of stainless steel or brass is CNC machined to produce incredibly precise parts which are a pleasure to use. Each one is individually inspected and tested to ensure it will withstand the test of time. The manufacturing partner make predominantly aerospace components and have BS EN AS 9100 accreditation.

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Specification

The pen is designed to be as compact as possible to fit discreetly into a bag or pocket, but long enough to sit comfortably in the crook of your hand while writing. The wide diameter makes it comfortable to use for long periods and strong enough to last a lifetime.

Diameter: Ø10mm / 3/8 Inch

Height: 117.5mm / 4.63 Inch

Finish

Machined finish to a surface roughness of 0.4 Ra (μm) with a 0.5mm perpendicular diamond knurl around the circumference.

About Wingback

An independent design studio founded in 2014 and based in the heart of London, Wingback stand for an alternative to mass production and disposable culture. Everything they make is designed to be a pleasure to use, to improve with age and become a cherished item that can be passed down through generations.

Uniting the precision of modern manufacturing with the longevity of traditional handmade design, they create exceptional items in the UK, designed for any journey, from commutes through the capital to adventures along the Jurassic Coast.

Useful, enduring and iconic, Wingback products represent hundreds of hours of design, manufacture and testing in the field. Each one is unique, made from exceptional materials and with an attention to detail you can see, smell and feel.

Responsible Design

Wingback believes in minimising our impact on the environment. The materials are sourced from trusted suppliers, all the products are made in the UK, and finished in our London workshop.

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