David Oscarson Imperial Fountain Pen - Emerald Green

David Oscarson Imperial Fountain Pen - Emerald GreenThe David Oscarson Imperial Fountain Pen Emerald Green brings the storied art of engine turned guilloche and kiln fired vitreous enamel to a striking, modern silhouette. Bathed in deep emerald tones that shift with the light, it draws the eye inward to the repeating geometry beneath the enamel, revealing a sense of depth and quiet movement. Luxurious without ostentation, it is a limited edition writing instrument created for collectors who value

The David Oscarson Imperial Fountain Pen - Emerald Green brings the storied art of engine-turned guilloche and kiln-fired vitreous enamel to a striking, modern silhouette. Bathed in deep emerald tones that shift with the light, it draws the eye inward to the repeating geometry beneath the enamel, revealing a sense of depth and quiet movement. Luxurious without ostentation, it is a limited edition writing instrument created for collectors who value enduring artistry as much as daily usability.

Craftsmanship & Design

At the heart of the Imperial design is guilloche: precise engine-turning that cuts rhythmic patterns into metal. Over this engraved foundation, artisans apply translucent enamel in successive firings, fusing color and pattern into a seamless surface. The result is a luminous field of emerald green, its character changing subtly as you rotate the pen and the lines beneath catch the light. Edges and appointments are crisply finished, with trim that frames the enamel work rather than competing with it, underscoring the collection’s refined, architectural presence.

Each pen is produced in small quantities, and the Imperial’s layered depth is not a surface treatment but an integral part of the body itself. The enamel is built up and polished to a jewel-like gloss, enhancing durability and imparting a tactile smoothness in the hand. The overall balance speaks to careful proportioning: a body substantial enough to feel composed at the desk, yet sculpted to remain comfortable over long sessions.

Writing Experience

An 18k gold nib provides the expressive core of the Imperial. Available in fine, medium, or broad, it offers a responsive feel with a steady, well-regulated flow that suits both deliberate note-taking and more expansive, flowing hands. The tipping is finished for smooth contact on the page while preserving definition at the stroke edges, allowing the guilloche’s visual precision to be echoed in the written line.

The cartridge/converter filling system favors reliability and flexibility. It simplifies maintenance while accommodating a wide range of bottled inks for those who enjoy exploring color and shading. Balance remains natural whether the cap is posted or unposted, and the section geometry encourages a relaxed grip that minimizes fatigue during extended writing.

Brand Heritage

David Oscarson has built a reputation for reviving and advancing time-honored decorative arts within contemporary writing instruments. His atelier’s work with true engine-turned guilloche and hot vitreous enamel recalls the classical European traditions that once adorned objets d’art, now translated with modern precision and consistency. Collectors seek these pens not only for their aesthetic clarity and finish quality, but also for their integrity of construction: enamel that is fused, not painted; patterns that are engraved, not printed; materials chosen to age gracefully.

Within this context, the Imperial series embodies the brand’s core ideals. It presents a harmonious interplay of geometry, light, and color, executed in limited numbers and intended to be both a refined instrument and a lasting part of a personal collection.

Technical Specifications

• Model: David Oscarson Imperial Fountain Pen - Emerald Green (limited edition)
• Nib: 18k gold
• Nib sizes: Fine, Medium, Broad
• Filling system: Cartridge or converter
• Construction: Engine-turned guilloche under kiln-fired translucent enamel
• Finish: Emerald green enamel with polished trim
• Type: Fountain pen