Classic black and silver pencil, perfect as a gift - Waldmann

The unique history of Waldmann began in 1918 in Pforzheim, the traditional German jewelry metropolis in the Black Forest, as a manufacturer of high-quality push-action and twist-action pencils made from gold and silver. Later, Waldmann designed and produced fountain pens and ballpoint pens crafted from metals such as brass, silver, or 18-karat gold! Waldmann writing instruments with special rotating mechanisms for 2- and 4-color systems secured worldwide patents. The master craftsman was first honored at the 1937 World Expo in Paris with a silver medal for a four-color push-action pencil. Subsequent patents proved successful, including the legendary “Two-in-One” in 1972. This push pen with a nib contained an ink cartridge in the barrel, and the other end of the pen could be used as a fountain pen.

Everything leaving the manufactory’s own production is crafted by skilled artisans with many years of experience, using traditional craftsmanship techniques performed with great care and love for handmade work. Enthusiasm for innovation, modern techniques, and filigree craftsmanship is a long-standing tradition. Just like in the founding year, Waldmann still produces 100% of its writing instruments in Germany today, which is why products from Waldmann are rightfully branded “Made in Germany”.

Waldmann is also renowned as a specialist in unusual finishes for writing accessories. Particular attention is drawn to the ancient art of engraving. Only a few master engravers still master the “Viennese pattern,” and only Waldmann can produce unique writing instruments with this distinctive and elegant engraving method, executed individually. Tradition, quality, and craftsmanship since 1918 — Waldmann has combined them all into its writing instruments.

Silver 925 is an alloy of precious metals consisting of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other materials. It is a harder and more stable alloy, making it ideal for jewelry and coins, as well as for high-quality writing instruments such as Waldmann. This wordplay and meaning led in 2010 to a collaboration between Süddeutsche Zeitung, one of Germany’s most renowned daily newspapers, and Waldmann, the luxury writing instrument manufacturer. The coveted “Edelfeder” series, which has been an integral part of the Waldmann collection since 2011, was also created and designed in honor of outstanding journalistic achievements in “Edelfeder”.