Montegrappa Passione Pens

Sparkling Orange Rollerball Edition 

Pen is New, Never Used, Carried, or Demoed

NOTE - I no longer have the original box and docs

See Explanation Below

The Passione Pen collection is made of celluloid, presented in four shades. Two are unlimited lust and passion to the extreme, such as the sparkling "orange" and the spicy "cinnamon" , while the "Mediterranean blue" and the stripes of the "Zebra Verticale" celluloid transmit a magnetic and intense quality. The nature of this material ensures that there will not be two identical pens per color, adding a touch of uniqueness.

Passione means more to Italians than mere desire and obsession. It can also mean fondness, the pursuit of a hobby, or the love of a sports team. Whatever definition it is employed for, it always stands for interest beyond the merely passing. The Montegrappa Passione oozes in sensuality. The Passione Rollerball comes in a spicy orange with sterling silver trim.

The Passione collection is highly regarded for both aesthetic appeal and craftsmanship—celluloid material ensures each pen is one-of-a-kind, and the use of sterling silver trim adds to its luxury status. A review from Gentleman Stationer praises the build quality and elegance of the Passione, describing it as “visually stunning and an excellent writer.” A review from Gentleman Stationer praises the build quality and elegance of the Passione, describing it as “visually stunning and an excellent writer.”

What makes the orange celluloid 'sparkling'?

The orange celluloid of the Montegrappa Passione pen appears "sparkling" due to the unique properties of celluloid and how light interacts with it. 

Here's a breakdown:

• Depth of Color: Celluloid is known for its ability to hold and display colors with incredible depth and richness.
• Layered and Mottled Appearance: Celluloid is often crafted with layered or mottled color patterns, creating a dynamic surface that reflects light differently at various angles.
• Unique Color Patterns: The specific color patterns within the orange celluloid of the Passione pen are unique to each pen due to the crafting process. This means no two orange Passione pens will have the exact same sparkling effect.
• Polishing and Finish: Like other fine writing instruments, Montegrappa pens likely undergo a polishing process that enhances the surface of the celluloid, making it even more reflective and contributing to the "sparkling" or "brilliant" appearance. 

Pen Review: Montegrappa Passione - The Gentleman StationerDec 17, 2016 — A note on celluloid: Celluloid is a highly flammable material made from a mixture of nitrocellulose (aka "guncotton") and camphor, which gives the material its ...

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When I first started, I never imagined selling any of my pens — they were my “babies.” I displayed them carefully in cabinets but rarely touched them, and almost never allowed anyone else to. Ironically, my best-loved and most valuable pens, like this one, are the ones I never used.

The pen itself is in NEW condition — no scratches, dings, or signs of wear. It has only been displayed in a temperature-controlled environment. Please note: I do not have the original box or papers, as I discarded packaging early in my collecting days to make room for more pens.

Montegrappa Pen History

Montegrappa Pens, the first Italian manufacturer of writing instruments, opened in Bassano del Grappa in 1912. Nearly a century of superb craftsmanship has passed for this Italian brand known around the world for its Italian creativity and style.

In the same historical building since 1912, Montegrappa has been a part of the lives of great men, and it has also witnessed moments of intense creativity and innovative breakthroughs. Ernest Hemingway and John Dos Passos, both Red Cross volunteer ambulance drivers during World War I, crossed the threshold of the original factory entrance on Via C… Erizzo that was recently restored. That same entrance was among the first in Italy to see the arrival of celluloid, a precious material obtained from cotton that was already a protagonist of Montegrappa collections in the thirties.

Starting in the late thirties, the modern fountain pen became more than just a writing instrument and was transformed into an accessory that made a fashion statement. Thanks to the wide variety of colors, tasteful design, and special jeweler?s techniques (for which the Vicenza area is famous,) Montegrappa became a recognized symbol of excellence. Although shapes and materials may change, all Montegrappa pens possess distinctive features: the octagonal shape, the rotating sphere on the end of the clip, and precious materials such as gold, silver, gems, and celluloid are the unique elements that have made history.

The entire Montegrappa pen range is divided into two large families: the Regular Range, composed of glamorous, beautifully designed accessories that make the daily task of writing much more enjoyable, and the Limited Editions, an extraordinary blend of craftsmanship and beautiful design inspired by the passions and myriad expressions of human creativity and coveted by collectors and connoisseurs.

Much admired and appreciated for its outstanding quality and traditional craftsmanship, Montegrappa Pens has become a world ambassador of Italian style and elegance and is distributed in nearly 60 countries.