Maritime Fordite Cap-Less Rollerball

Maritime Fordite Cap-Less Rollerball – A Rare Slice of Naval History

This unique cap-less rollerball pen is handcrafted from a striking piece of Maritime Fordite — a rare and increasingly scarce material originating from naval shipyards. Each pen tells a story, with vibrant, layered colours formed over decades from repeated overspray of marine-grade paint, baked and hardened layer by layer.

Finished with sleek aluminium fittings, the pen’s modern design enhances the natural swirl and depth of the Fordite, resulting in a writing instrument that’s as eye-catching as it is meaningful.

Fordite, whether automotive or maritime, is now highly sought after by pen makers, jewellers, and collectors due to its unique appearance and growing rarity — a result of modern robotic spray techniques drastically reducing paint overspray.

This pen features a twist-action mechanism: simply rotate the finial to extend or retract the rollerball tip — clean, cap-free convenience with a satisfying mechanical feel.

It uses a Schmidt Cap-less rollerball refill, widely available online (including Amazon) and known for its smooth performance and reliability.

A perfect gift or personal treasure, this pen blends history, design, and practicality into a one-of-a-kind writing experience.