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Dark, tactile and quietly luxurious, the Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Ballpoint Pen in Obsidian Black is part of the special edition created for the Ambition collection’s 20th anniversary. A matte, twisted-texture resin barrel meets matte black metal for an all-black statement pen.

Key highlights

• Edition: Ambition Italic, 20th anniversary special edition
• Barrel: matte precious resin with a twisted, slanted texture
• Cap and clip: matte black metal, spring-loaded clip
• Mechanism: twist
• Trim: black
• Diameter: about 11mm
• Brand: Faber-Castell, Germany

Twenty years of Ambition

Faber-Castell’s Ambition has been a modern design classic for two decades. To celebrate, the Italic edition gives the barrel a new twisted texture, like a slanted italic stroke, that catches the light and feels distinctive under the fingers.

Obsidian: the all-black version

Named after volcanic glass, Obsidian Black combines the matte resin barrel with matte black metal fittings. There is no shiny chrome at all, giving the pen a sleek, monochrome look that is perfect for modern offices.

Built for daily use

• Smooth twist mechanism, no cap to lose
• Spring-loaded clip for shirt pockets and planners
• Comfortable, balanced metal-and-resin construction

Frequently asked questions

Why does Obsidian cost more than Midnight Mauve?

Obsidian has an all-matte-black metal finish, while Midnight Mauve uses polished chrome trim.

Is there a matching fountain pen?

Yes, the Ambition Italic fountain pen is available in Obsidian Black.

Is it a limited edition?

It is a special anniversary edition rather than a numbered limited edition.

Faber-Castell Ambition Italic Ballpoint Obsidian Black: specifications

• Brand: Faber-Castell (Germany, founded 1761)
• Collection: Ambition Italic, 20th anniversary special edition
• Barrel: matte precious resin with a twisted texture
• Finish: matte black metal cap, clip and fittings
• Mechanism: twist
• Length: about 134mm
• Diameter: about 11mm

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