Souverän 800 Fountain Pen
In 1929, Pelikan was the first company in the world to introduce the differentiated piston mechanism. This technique causes the spindle inside the fountain pen to turn quicker than the end piece of the barrel, with the help of two different threads.
To date, this fountain pen exists in many different variations and, although it has developed in design and technical details over time, the basic mechanism remains the same.
In 1950, the model 400 was launched. With its green-striped sleeve, it has become a world-wide symbol for the Pelikan brand.
In the eighties, the series was named Souverän, though popular lore has taken to calling it by its nick-name Stresemann, because the state secretary of the “Weimarer Republik” was famous for his striped suits.
The production of the sleeve is work-intensive. Adhering to a special Pelikan process, the raw material cotton passes through many different steps until it is shaped into a striped sheet.
It is then formed into the desired shape, cut and sanded with diamonds. Next, the characteristic double clips at the back of the barrel and on the cap are integrated into the material. This is achieved using the highest precision in order to obtain a virtually seamless transition between the materials.
The writing instrument is then polished to a high sheen before the slightly springy clip with its famous, stylized Pelikan is mounted.
If you love classics, you own a Souverän writing instrument.
SOURCE: Pelikan.com
Product Information
Pelikan Souveran 800
- Souveran 800 Black GT Medium Point Fountain Pen
- Fountain Pen Medium Point
The Pelikan Souveran Series represents the highest quality in writing instrument manufacturing using only the best materials available.
All fountain pens feature Pelikan’s unique differential piston filling system to ensure a large ink capacity with a visible indication of ink level via the translucent barrel (or portion of the barrel in the case of all black or dark blue pens).
The Pelikan Souveran 800 fountain pen is an all-time classic for its traditional styling and impeccable performance.
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List Price: $ 500.00
Price: $ 387.95
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Review by D. Gordon for Pelikan Souveran 800 Black GT Medium Point Fountain Pen – 995571
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Incredible pen! very smooth writer and very elegant. I have the exact same model but with red/black stripes, also a great pen, but the advantage with this one is that you can use it in any ocassion (is like having a black suit). Holds and great amount of ink and the size is just perfect. You’ll attract eyes with this pen, it’ll get you notice.
Review by K. Stefan Jansson for Pelikan Souveran 800 Black GT Medium Point Fountain Pen – 995571
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I got this pen because I always wanted a fountain pen. I’ve had them in the past but I never liked using cartridges because they seemed like a waste of money. The Souveran has only bottle filling, no cartridges. This is a necessity for me. As for the pen, it is stylish, handsome. I carry it because it is reliable. Get this pen and use it for 50 years instead of spending the money on disposable pens. It’s more than worth the money.
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