Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen - Black & Red

Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen - Black & RedThe Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen in Black & Red pairs the collection's hallmark striped barrel with a poised, full size profile built for daily reliability and enduring appeal. The deep red cellulose acetate stripes play against a gloss black cap and piston knob, while warm gold plated accents and Pelikan's beak clip complete a silhouette enthusiasts recognize at a glance. At its core is Pelikan's proven piston system and an 18k gold nib that

The Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen in Black & Red pairs the collection's hallmark striped barrel with a poised, full-size profile built for daily reliability and enduring appeal. The deep red cellulose acetate stripes play against a gloss-black cap and piston knob, while warm gold-plated accents and Pelikan's beak clip complete a silhouette enthusiasts recognize at a glance. At its core is Pelikan's proven piston system and an 18k gold nib that brings a confident, fluid line to paper.

Craftsmanship & Design

Pelikan's striped barrel is crafted from layers of cellulose acetate, creating depth, subtle translucency, and a distinctive shimmer that has become synonymous with the Souveran line. The cap, grip, and knob are cut and polished from high-grade black resin, set with crisp gold-plated rings and the classic spring-loaded clip. The overall build is substantial without feeling overbearing, with tolerances and threading that reflect precise German manufacturing.

An 18k bi-color gold nib crowns the pen, finished with rhodium highlights and Pelikan's engraved crest. The nib unit is threaded, allowing easy servicing or swapping between sizes to suit changing preferences.

Writing Experience

The M800 is known for a smooth, steady flow and an effortless start, offering a reassuringly wet line that keeps up with long-form writing and quick notes alike. The 18k nib provides a gentle touch of softness while maintaining control, rewarding light pressure and consistent angle with a clean, expressive script. Balanced in the hand and comfortable over extended sessions, the piston filler also delivers generous ink capacity for those who write often.

Pelikan Heritage

Pelikan has produced piston-filling fountain pens in Germany since 1929, and the Souveran series channels that legacy with a design language that is both classic and immediately identifiable. The Black & Red colorway draws on Pelikan's historic striped aesthetic, updated with modern materials and finishing that stand up to years of regular use.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Pelikan Souveran M800 Fountain Pen - Black & Red
• Nib: 18k bi-color gold (EF, F, M, B)
• Filling System: Internal piston; bottled ink only
• Barrel: Red striped cellulose acetate with subtle translucency
• Cap/Section: High-grade black resin
• Trim: Gold-plated with Pelikan beak clip
• Nib Unit: Screw-in, user-swappable
• Origin: Made in Germany