With the Homo Sapiens Full Demo, Visconti reinvents its most iconic model,
transforming it into a tribute to technical mastery. This is more than a writing
instrument—it is a statement of craftsmanship, revealing the hidden beauty of its
inner workings.
Born from the union of the distinctive Homo Sapiens design and the allure of
demonstrator pens, this edition lays bare the heart of the pen: every internal
component has been reimagined to become part of the visual experience. The
seals, internal fittings, and even the spring of the bayonet closure are tinged in
deep blue, contrasting elegantly with gold-plated metal parts, polished to a mirror
finish and engraved with exquisite precision. Completing the design, the external
bronze rings recall the legacy of the legendary Lava Bronze.
But true innovation lies in the way each detail has been executed. Traditional
threads have been replaced by micro-screws, ensuring perfect transparency a n d
a n immaculate finish even within the pen's most concealed sections. Every
component has been treated as if it were on display because here, it is.
Crowning this masterpiece is the debut of a new skeletonized nib in 14kt gold,
inspired by the art of filigree. Its openwork structure reveals glimpses of the blue
feed beneath and offers a uniquely flexible writing experience, capable of adapting
line width to the pressure of the hand. Thanks to a re-engineered bayonet system,
the nib remains visible even when the pen is closed-its presence, unmistakable.
In a world that often favors surface over substance, Visconti chooses to reveal truly matters: quality, ingenuity, and authentic beauty. The Homo Sapiens Full Demo is more than a pen-it is a declaration of style and truth.
”Art does not reproduce the visible; rather, it makes visible." — Paul Klee
Visconti Homo Sapiens Full Demo Fountain Pen Specifications
- Limited to 1088 pieces
- Body Material: Acrylic Resin
- Trim: Brass; Bronze
- Cap: Hook Safe Lock
- Filling Mechanism: Double Reservoir Power Filler
- Nib: 14kt gold soft-touch skeleton nib, one size
- Can be customized with the magnetized MyPen System
- Length Closed: 5.75in (146mm)
- Length Posted: 6.83in (173.4mm)
- Diameter: 0.56in (14.3mm)
- Weight: 0.81oz (23g)
- Gift boxed