{"product_id":"montegrappa-extra-1930-fountain-pen-turtle-brown","title":"Montegrappa Extra 1930 Fountain Pen - Tortoise Brown Celluloid","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Montegrappa Extra 1930 Turtle Brown Fountain Pen draws on the forms and materials that defined some of Montegrappa's most admired twentieth-century writing instruments. Rich Turtle Brown celluloid combines amber, brown, and dark marbled tones with sterling silver detailing, creating a pen whose appearance changes continuously as the material turns in the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelluloid gives the Extra 1930 a depth that conventional injection-molded resin cannot easily reproduce. The layered pattern appears to sit within the material rather than on its surface, while sterling silver trim and Montegrappa's characteristic Greek-key-inspired detailing reinforce the vintage Italian character. The substantial body is built as a flagship writing instrument rather than a lightweight everyday pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handmade 18k gold Medium nib is paired with an ebonite feed and Montegrappa's piston-filling mechanism. The combination provides a generous, controlled ink supply and keeps the pen self-contained for bottled ink. The Medium nib offers enough width to display shading while remaining practical for regular correspondence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector Perspective\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Extra 1930 occupies an important position in Montegrappa's modern catalog because it preserves traditional luxury-pen materials and mechanical construction at a time when many production pens rely heavily on cartridge systems and molded acrylic. Turtle Brown is particularly associated with the model and has developed a strong following among collectors who value genuine celluloid, precious-metal trim, and classic Italian proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: Fountain Pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New Old Stock - with Original Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Extra 1930\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Turtle Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Celluloid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim: Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib Material: 18k gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNib Size: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed: Ebonite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling System: Piston Fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary Color: Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Montegrappa","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":54564931764499,"sku":"MG-EXTRA1930-TURTLE-M","price":1899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/Montegrappa-Extra-1930-Fountain-Pen-Tortoise-Brown-Celluloid-uncapped-leaning.jpg?v=1788295918","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.com\/products\/montegrappa-extra-1930-fountain-pen-turtle-brown","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}