Retro 51 salutes Frederick Douglass with this limited-edition Fountain Pen. Also available right here in Rollerball AND Mechanical pencil.
"If there is no struggle, there is no progress." American author, journalist, reformer and abolitionist Frederick Douglass (1818–1895) remains one of the most influential voices for freedom of all time. His legacy lives on through his works and now in this collectible Retro 51 fountain pen. Crafted in brass with copper trim, the Frederick Douglass fountain pen evokes the tenacious spirit of the 19th century and this indefatigable defender of human rights.
Also here in Rollerball version OR Mechanical Pencil 1.1mm version!
Any of these versions comes in the cool tube/box packaging. The Pencil comes with Extra Leads, and extra erasers, and we stock refills for when you need more.
About Retro 1951
Starting out in 1990, Retro 1951 set out on a mission to bring fun, fashion and value to the world of writing instruments. Known for their unique designs and cool colors, Retro stands by their mission with every pen they put out, “Life is too short to carry an Ugly Pen!” They look to merge the trends of today with the vintage styles of the “good ol’ days,” nostalgic of that early American dream.
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