Abraham Lincoln said, "Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe." In the same way, we should be exercising our greatest tool, our brain. With all the distractions around us, we need to find quiet time with a good book, pen and journal to revive our psyche. Because when you are at your sharpest, you can conquer any task. These vintage styled Tornado designs use antiqued finishes to give it an aged appearance or use old historical themes for their designs. Pick up a Retro 51 Vintage Metalsmith to inspire you to work smarter, not harder. -Pen Length: 5 in. / 125 mm - Pen Diameter: 0.45 in. / 12 mm - Pen Weight: 1 oz. / 28 g. Color treatment & darkness of finish may vary. Cleopatra: Retro 1951 is taking a trip to Egypt to honor the legendary Cleopatra in the latest addition to the Vintage Metalsmith collection. She was the last ruler of the Macedonian dynasty that was in power when Egypt was annexed by Rome in 30 BCE. She was known for her intelligence and beauty, and this pen honors the incredible woman that she was. This beautiful design printed over a brass barrel with polished brass accents is inspired by what Cleopatra wore when she visited Rome, and her image adorns the top disc. Each one is packaged in a matching tube that doubles as a pen stand or carrying case when not in use. Journey back to Ancient Egypt and write your own legacy with this rollerball. - Printed design over brass barrel with gloss finish- Polished Brass trims - Knurl Twist-Top - Cleopatra's image on the top disc - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a matching graphic tube Frederick Douglass: Inspired by the famous abolitionist and orator’s iconic image, the Frederick Douglass rollerball has a tactile computer engraved texture that is complemented with antique copper trim. Douglass has his portrait on both the finial and packaging label. "His life’s work still serves as an inspiration to those who seek equality and a more just society." - History.com - Computer engraved barrel - Antique Copper trims - Knurl Twist-Top - Douglass self-portrait on Top disc - Rollerball Refill- Packaged in a commemorative tube Lincoln: The Lincoln Tornado rollerball has an antique finish over the copper plated barrel to give the design an antiquated yet sophisticated look. It's like having a lucky penny in your pocket - only it's a pen! -Copper Plated Barrel - Antique copper finish - Knurl Twist-Top - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a graphic tube Raw Brass: If you're looking for a pen with a classic look, the Retro 51 Tornado is for you. Its vintage-inspired design features a comfortably weighted metal body, knurled twist knob, and smooth-flowing rollerball ink. This pen features a stunning raw brass finish. Over time, the brass will naturally darken and develop a unique patina, making each pen a one-of-a-kind heirloom. The pen comes packaged in a cushioned cardboard tube whose design may differ from the one shown in the photos. Chromatic: Chromatics is the science of color, and this Tornado will take your visual perceptions to a scientific level with its vibrant rainbow finish. The spectrum of colors are ion-plated on the barrel, then lightly brushed and complete with polished chrome. Each barrel will have its own unique color variation from one pen to the next, but they all are loaded with a smooth rollerball refill and packaged in Retro brand packaging. This rollerball will take you to another world where waves of color stimulate not only your eye and brain, but now your writing too. - Ion-plated rainbow colors on a stainless steel barrel - Polished Chrome trims - Knurl Twist-Top - Branded Top disc - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a graphic tube Nikola Tesla: Futurist, inventor, electrical and mechanical engineer, Nikola Tesla was a genius well ahead of his time. His inventions are still being used to this day and his theories were so advanced that they continue to be studied, experimented on and even power the modern world. This Tornado's design was inspired by Tesla's spiral coil used in his wireless power experiments. Concentric circles are acid-etched into the barrel then plated in copper and finished with platinum appointments giving it a radiant and magnetic aesthetic. Each rollerball is loaded into a commemorative packaging tube that doubles as a pen stand when not in use. Pick up this new Tornado and rub shoulders with genius. - Tesla's spiral coil Acid Etched and Copper plated - Platinum trims - Knurl Twist-Top - Tesla self-portrait on Top disc - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a matching graphic tube P-51 Mustang: The P-51 Mustang was an American long-range fighter that flew in World War II and the Korean War. They were best known for being flown by the Tuskegee Airmen that were the first African-American military squadron in the United States Armed Forces. They were nicknamed “Red Tails” from the red markings that decorated their planes and inspired the design of this Tornado rollerball pen. The barrel has also been acid-etched with rivets and the exhaust pipes with a stonewash pewter finish for an aged look. Pick up the P-51 Mustang for your collection or as a gift for any flight or history enthusiast. - Printed design over acid-etched barrel - Stonewash Pewter trims - Knurl Twist-Top- Yellow checker on Top disc - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a commemorative tube A-10 Warthog: Inspired by the legendary A-10 Warthog, celebrated for its Gatling gun-style 30 mm cannon and titanium armor, Retro51 adds the latest Tornado™ warbird to the Vintage Metalsmith Collection. This addition embodies the rugged durability of the iconic aircraft. In service for 50 years, the A-10 Warthog remains a favored military aircraft for its close air support capabilities and robust “titanium bathtub” shielding, crucial in protecting pilots from ground attacks while delivering a powerful attack. Pilots and crew are integral to its success, dedicated to aiding ground troops and bravely engaging and defending their fellow soldiers. The Tornado™ Rollerball pays homage to this powerhouse aircraft, featuring tactile rivets, panels, and twin-turbo fan acid-etched in the barrel and accentuated with printed wing emblems and the fierce warthog face near the nose of the pen. Each pen boasts black nickel finish accents reminiscent of its nose-mounted gun that is also represented on the finial. Each one is packaged in a graphic tube adorned with an A-10 illustration, making it an ideal gift for aviation and history enthusiasts alike. Command attention with the A-10 Warthog rollerball pen — where strength meets style! - Acid-etched barrel with printed plane graphics- Matte Black Nickel accents - Rotary Autocannon on Top disc - Knurl Twist-Top - Rollerball Refill -Packaged in a ccommemorative tube Dr. Gray: The ‘Dr. Gray’ rollerball will help with your anatomy lessons, as it ties to Dr. Henry Gray, as well as his book on human anatomy. Each pen features in white printed with a black Dr. Gray skeleton on an acid-etched lacquer finish barrel that is highlighted with antique silver accents. - Skeleton print on White Matte Finish with Glow-in-the-dark -Stonewashed trims- Knurl Twist-Top - Rollerball Refill - Packaged in a matching graphic tube
