If you’re squeamish about price tags, then Michel Perchin pens are definitely going to give you a jaw dropping shock. Many might wonder why spending four figures on a single pen is worth it, but the quality of design of a Michel Perchin pen is exquisite enough to be considered true art. This collection borrows Fabergé techniques from the company’s founder, Peter Carl, the Russian imperial jeweler. The most basic of the pens is decorated with a gold carved barrel, enamel cap, 18 karat gold nib, and is well into the four figure price range. They also specialize in diamond encrusted caps and clips. Although popular, these lavish pieces are often cumbersome. First of all, they weight about three times as much as usual pens. This can cause sagging or bulging in coat pockets and can also cause hand cramps. Also, these pieces are not for the timid because they tend to attract attention whenever they are used.
The design creativity that goes into each pen is truly amazing. Designs range from Egyptian art, Muslim temples, and even Irish chalices. Because these designs are timeless, the value of a Perchin pen is most likely to increase. Just as intricacy and expertise in design is never spared, sometimes one craftsman is sought after for many years in order to fulfill the perfect combination of work with model. Some of their best selling pens include the MP 4 Fountain, the Metropolitan, the Imperial, and the South Beach.
The nib of Michel Perchin pens are made in Germany of a gold alloyed with other metals to give it the ideal combination of strength and flexibility. Iridium is used at the tip of the nib for a smoother contact with the paper.
All Michel Perchin designs are produced in limited editions. This allows the company to pay grave attention to details within each, single, pen. Also, this establishes each pen as very rare and makes it even more collectable. Each pen comes in an impeccably and creatively designed package, which makes for a very impressive presentation.