This is undoubtedly a beautifully crafted piece for writing that also does so wonderfully. The feeling in the hand is superb, as one would expect from a piece of carefully engineered aluminium: you feel the weight and the sturdiness but at the same time it has a very smooth surface that confers kindness to it and makes it feel just amazing to hold. I got it in black aluminium and when seen it resting in the table, for eyes not aware of the existence of this pen, it easily might not look like so, but like a mysterious piece of metal of unknown functionality. The magnetic mechanism at both ends is just so satisfying, so well designed and crafted, that one wants to be all the time using it. Most importantly, I feel it comfortable to hold when writing and the ink cartridges that it uses are of excellent quality, with a smooth, abundant, and continuous stroke. A little bit on the wet side, so it will take a very brief moment to dry. Have that in mind especially if you are left-handed. It is certainly not on the cheap side, all this quality and craft naturally has to come with a price, but I feel that it is a great and special treat for a loved one or for yourself. One that will be with you for many years to come.