OMAS 360 Years of Imagination Limited Edition Fountain Pen

"2005, The Year of Imagination. OMAS dedicates its first Limited Edition to all those who, thanks to their ability to create the non-existant, have contributed to the knowledge of the universe and its laws, a tribute to and, at the same time, a memory of the international World Year of Physics, wanted by Unesco, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 'Annus Mirabilis', the peak of the development of physics, its arrival and starting point." Gianluca Malaguti Simoni, in the brochure included with the pen.

Diamond engraved into sterling silver, the marks on this pen are the formulas of physicists of the 20th century. These include Einstein's theory of relativity, as well as quantum and string theories. The surfaces are highly polished and, as we note on our Sailor 1911 Sterling page, with all smooth sterling silver finishes, minor scuffing can become apparent. Although it can be seen on the pen when looked at close-up, it is below the resolution of these images.

At 99.5 grams, this is one of the heaviest pens we have seen. The piston system holds 1.2 ml of ink. At just over six inches capped, this pen has a generous feel in the hand.

The very simple clip has an unusual design. About a third up from the point, a blue enameled disk holds the pen against the cloth of your pocket. The same color of enamel zigs across all three facets of the triangular barrel and cap.