S.T. Dupont Olympio Atelier Fountain Pen - Brown Lacquer
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U.S. Orders:
- Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
- Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.
International Orders:
- Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
- Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
The S.T. Dupont Olympio Atelier Fountain Pen - Brown Lacquer reflects the house's long association with fine lacquer work and substantial metal-bodied writing instruments. The deep brown finish develops visual depth across the curved body, while precious-metal trim and an 18k gold nib give the pen the formal character associated with Dupont's upper-tier writing collections.
Craftsmanship & Design
Atelier finishes are particularly notable for their lacquer work. S.T. Dupont has long used traditional natural lacquer techniques over solid metal foundations, building color through repeated applications and polishing rather than relying on a simple painted surface. The brown treatment has a warm, almost tobacco-like quality that becomes richer as light moves across the pen.
Writing Experience
The 18k Fine nib provides a controlled line with the smoothness expected from S.T. Dupont's premium fountain pens. Filling is by cartridge or converter, making the pen easier to service than a sealed internal filler and allowing frequent ink changes. The metal construction gives the Olympio a reassuring sense of weight and solidity in the hand.
Collector Perspective
Older Atelier-finished Dupont pens have gained renewed interest as collectors revisit periods when the brand placed unusually strong emphasis on lacquer, metalwork, and traditional pen construction. This brown example combines those strengths in a restrained finish that feels more artisanal than the standard black lacquer versions.
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Fountain Pen
- Collection: Olympio Atelier
- Finish: Brown lacquer
- Nib Material: 18k gold
- Nib Size: Fine
- Filling System: Cartridge Converter
- Primary Color: Brown
- Country of Origin: France