Mysterious Bruce Lee Dragon 2010 Yellow Gold Fountain Pen

On the 70th anniversary of his birth, Montegrappa is pleased to pay tribute to the legendary Bruce Lee with a series of writing instruments called "Icons." This series honors a cultural giant, regardless of the field in which his achievements reached global heights. It pays homage to an individual who ranks on every list of the strongest of the 20th century and the most influential personality, much like the illustrious history of Montegrappa. The combination of these two results in a commemorative pen of great significance, evoking many memories.

For the second pen in the "Icons" series, Montegrappa chose a figure who, through the art of film, embodied everything noble in martial arts. This opened the West to Eastern martial arts, helping to create martial arts films beyond Hong Kong; a genre that remained popular 37 years after his death. Thanks to his success in films, Lee sparked a surge of interest in Chinese martial arts in the West in 1970. But he was more than a "kung fu" actor: he won over the Chinese audience as a role model, respecting Chinese culture, while his dedication to martial arts resulted in an individual style, named in the book "Jeet Kune Do" (The Way of the Intercepting Fist). In 1999, on the eve of the new millennium, Bruce Lee was acclaimed by "Time Magazine" as one of the hundred most influential people of the 20th century.

Montegrappa's choice of Bruce Lee as the model for the long-awaited interpretation of one of the most coveted pens is apt: The Dragon. Bruce Lee was known as "The Dragon" because he was born in the year and hour of the dragon in the Chinese horoscope. Additionally, the year 2010, marking the 70th anniversary of his birth, is also the 15th anniversary of the introduction of the Dragon pen by Montegrappa in 1985.

In Chinese iconography, the Dragon holds special significance. It became a national symbol in 1912—the same year Montegrappa began producing writing instruments. This limit from 1995 celebrated the meeting of two cultures: the Orient and the West. The fountain pen was born under the sign of the dragon, a fascinating symbolic figure, interpreted by the skilled hands of artist Federico Monti. The image of the dragon was brought to life on the body and cap of Montegrappa's creation, transforming the writing instrument into a work of art, inspired by myths and legends.

Montegrappa produced 1912 original pens to commemorate the year the company was founded. They were made from black celluloid and sterling silver. Only 100 fountain pens were issued in an 18K gold version. The fountain pen featured a piston filling system and was available in 6 nib thicknesses. These pens are rarely found—exclusively in collector circles.

Recalling the original, the new pen differs from the 1995 model in the design of the clip, color, details of the Dragon's tail on the body, nib thicknesses, and the top of the cap. The limited edition "The Dragon 2010 Bruce Lee" features a body and cap made of red celluloid with black streaks. The cap is crowned with the immortal yin-yang symbol, representing balance. The cap and body are embraced by beautifully sculpted dragons; in the sterling silver version, their eyes are illuminated by rubies, in richer versions—other precious stones. The nib features Bruce Lee's profile in his famous move: foot and fist extended, in a jump.

This is undoubtedly an interesting and good idea for a gift that will revive the symbolic spirit of Bruce Lee with every stroke of the pen.

Manufacturer

Montegrappa

Model

Icons Bruce Lee 2010 Gold Fountain Pen

Nib

two-tone 18kt gold, rhodium-plated, engraved size F/M/B

Barrel

made of red-black precious resin with yellow gold embellishments

Filling System

piston

Limitation

88 pieces

Warranty

24 months

Delivery Time

product temporarily unavailable

Shipping/Gift

upon request, shipping to the specified address, in elegant gift packaging, with the option to include a card with a dedication or wishes

Engraving/Embossing

upon request, engraving or embossing of any text, dedication, or initials