Tom Hessin Charles 1870 Gherkin Collection All Black Fountain pen

Tom Hessin Charles 1870 Gherkin Collection All Black Fountain Pen

The Tom Hessin Charles 1870 Gherkin Collection All Black Fountain Pen takes its inspiration from one of London’s most recognisable architectural landmarks: the iconic Gherkin. Its precision-engineered metal body is finished in sophisticated black lacquer with Tom Hessin’s intricate legacy diamond pattern, reflecting the distinctive diamond-patterned glass façade of the London skyscraper. Substantial in the hand and unmistakably British in character, the Charles 1870 Gherkin combines contemporary architecture, traditional craftsmanship and everyday writing luxury.

All Black Design Inspired by London Architecture

The Charles 1870 Gherkin All Black pairs its deep black lacquer finish with carefully considered details throughout the design. A British-made clip receives a matching black PVD finish and incorporates Tom Hessin’s five-diamond legacy detail, while the bird emblem finial and TOM HESSIN logo center band complete the distinctive silhouette. The metal construction provides a satisfying weight in the hand, while the screw-close cap and precision-engineered Charles design make this fountain pen as enjoyable to use as it is to admire.

JoWo Nibs and New Tom Hessin Ultra Flex Nib

The Tom Hessin 1870 Gherkin All Black is available with Fine, Medium and Broad black PVD JoWo nibs featuring the Tom Hessin logo for a reliably smooth everyday writing experience. The All Black edition is also the first Tom Hessin collection to offer the new gold-plated Tom Hessin Ultra Flex nib, a highly springy specialty nib designed to allow the tines to spread under writing pressure. This creates dramatic natural line variation, ranging from a fine stroke to a much broader line from a single nib, making the Ultra Flex an exciting choice for expressive handwriting and calligraphic writing.

Key Features

• Inspired by London’s iconic Gherkin building
• Precision-engineered Charles fountain pen design
• Metal construction for a substantial feel in the hand
• Black lacquer body with intricate legacy diamond pattern
• British-made clip with black PVD finish
• Five-diamond legacy clip detail
• Bird emblem finial
• TOM HESSIN logo center band
• Screw-close cap
• Available with Fine, Medium and Broad JoWo nibs
• Black PVD JoWo nib featuring the Tom Hessin logo
• Also available with the new gold-plated Tom Hessin Ultra Flex nib
• Ultra Flex nib provides dramatic line variation under writing pressure
• Converter included
• Includes one standard black ink cartridge
• Presented in a luxury Tom Hessin branded gift box
• Two-year mechanical warranty

Specifications

• Brand: Tom Hessin
• Collection: Charles 1870 Gherkin
• Color: All Black
• Writing System: Fountain Pen
• Body: Metal
• Finish: Black Lacquer
• Pattern: Tom Hessin Legacy Diamond Design
• Clip: British-Made, Black PVD Finish
• Finial: Bird Emblem
• Cap Band: TOM HESSIN Logo Detail
• Cap Mechanism: Screw-Close
• Standard Nib: Black PVD JoWo Nib with Tom Hessin Logo
• Standard Nib Sizes: Fine, Medium, Broad
• Specialty Nib: Gold-Plated Tom Hessin Ultra Flex Nib
• Filling System: Cartridge/Converter
• Included: Converter, 1 Standard Black Ink Cartridge and Pen Leaflet
• Packaging: Luxury Tom Hessin Branded Gift Box
• Warranty: Two-Year Mechanical Warranty

Tom Hessin Charles 1870 Gherkin All Black – British Design with Ultra Flex Writing

The Tom Hessin Charles 1870 Gherkin Collection All Black Fountain Pen brings the architecture of London to the writing desk through its sculptural form, black lacquer finish and signature diamond detailing. From its British-made PVD clip and bird emblem finial to the choice of smooth JoWo nibs and the expressive new Tom Hessin Ultra Flex nib, the 1870 Gherkin All Black is a distinctive fountain pen for writers and collectors looking for bold British design with a contemporary character.

About Tom Hessin

Founded in 1870, Tom Hessin has a rich history of crafting exquisite writing instruments that combine timeless craftsmanship with modern elegance. Each pen is meticulously designed to evoke the sophistication of a bygone era while meeting the needs of today’s discerning writers. At Tom Hessin 1870, we believe that every pen tells a story—join us in writing yours.