Journey to undiscovered depths with Retro51’s newest addition to the Literary Collection, The Nautilus. The mystery of the sea awaits with this new Big Shot Tornado™ Rollerball intricately designed after the legendary Nautilus submarine from Jules Verne’s timeless masterpiece 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. In the words of Captain Nemo, “The ocean is an immense desert where man is never alone, for he can feel life bustling all about him.”
That bustling life begins on the packaging tube, decorated with foil stamped graphics reminiscent of a vintage book cover. Excitement continues when you open the tube with a POP to reveal the metal pen inside. Experience the weight, textured rivets, panels and details of the submarine acid-etched in the barrel and finished with stonewashed copper; this pen exudes an an aura of adventure, just like the enigmatic vessel.
Part of our esteemed Literary Collection, each Big Shot Tornado Rollerball is numbered on the top ring. Whether you’re a connoisseur of fine writing instruments or a devoted fan of Verne’s work, this pen is sure to leave a lasting impression. The Nautilus is now boarding for boundless adventures.
Retro 1951 Tornado Big Shot Rollerball Pen in Nautilus Specifications
- Pen Material: Acid etched + stonewashed Copper barrel
- Trims: Stonewash Copper
- Inspired by 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea novel by
Jules Verne
- Knurl Twist-Top
- Numbered top-ring (ie. not limited edition)
- Pen Refill: REF5P or REF57P Capless Rollerball Refill (Short Schmidt Rollerball Cartridge). May also use Parker-Style ballpoint type cartridges (REF71 and REF77), sold separately.
- Pen Length: 5 in. / 125mm
- Pen Diameter (Max): 0.57 in. / 14.5mm
- Pen Weight: 1.4 oz. / 40g
- Packaged in a commemorative navy blue tube