"Laminated metal"

Mokume-Gane is the ancient Japanese metal working technique where layers of contrasting color metals such as copper, brass, nickel silver, gold, and silver are fusion welded with very high heat and pressure into one solid block of metal. Traditional Mokume-Gane is extremely rare and sells for thousands of dollars for a very small quantity. M3 Mokume-Gane is a new composite material made out of contrasting metals which share the visual characteristics as true Mokume-Gane for less. In this case the finest copper and the brightest aluminum are to create our version of this ancient art. The fittings include a rhodium-plated clip includes with a sparkling Swarovski clear crystal. All exposed accent rings, bands and caps include elegant custom hand-carved 3 dimensional designs. Components are cast, polished then plated with extremely durable black titanium plating. The regal profile is accented with brilliant rhodium-plating on all components and has a flawless fit and finish. This pen is available as a smooth flowing German made Schmidt® rollerball, Iridium tipped medium fountain or both/dual. An upgraded fountain nib in 18kt gold is also available. This pen weighs 100 grams with the cap and 56 grams without the cap. This one of a kind pen was handcrafted from a block of M3 Damascus steel using a proprietary 64 step process by Frederick fine handcrafted writing instruments a.k.a. frederickpens.com. Copyright © 2008 Frederickpens.com.