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A deep, elegant purple with a modern twist: the Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Ballpoint Pen in Midnight Mauve celebrates 20 years of the Ambition collection with a twisted, matte resin barrel and polished chrome trim.

Key highlights

• Edition: Ambition Italic, 20th anniversary special edition
• Colour: Midnight Mauve, a deep dusky purple
• Barrel: matte precious resin with twisted texture
• Trim: polished chrome
• Mechanism: twist
• Clip: spring-loaded
• Diameter: about 11mm

A twist on a classic

The Italic edition reinterprets the Ambition’s clean cylinder with a twisted surface texture, inspired by the slant of italic handwriting. It gives the pen a sense of movement and a tactile feel you will notice every time you pick it up.

Midnight Mauve

This rich, dark purple sits between violet and plum. Paired with bright chrome fittings, it looks refined and individual, a lovely alternative to black or blue.

Everyday luxury

• Twist action for quick, quiet use
• Spring-loaded clip that holds securely
• A thoughtful gift for colleagues, mentors and graduates

Frequently asked questions

What is the Ambition Italic?

A special edition marking 20 years of Faber-Castell’s Ambition collection, with a twisted-texture resin barrel.

Does it come in other versions?

Yes, there is a matching fountain pen, and the edition also includes Obsidian Black.

Which refill does it take?

A standard Faber-Castell ballpoint refill.

Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Ballpoint Midnight Mauve: specifications

• Brand: Faber-Castell (Germany, founded 1761)
• Collection: Ambition Italic, 20th anniversary special edition
• Barrel: matte precious resin with a twisted texture
• Colour: Midnight Mauve
• Trim: polished chrome
• Mechanism: twist
• Length: about 134mm
• Diameter: about 11mm

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