Montblanc's 2009 Writers Edition Series honors Thomas Mann, a famous writer from the 20th century most notable for his novel “Buddenbrooks”.

Thomas Mann’s masterpiece “Buddenbrooks” has brought him immortality and has turned him into one of the most famous writers of the 20th century.

Montblanc is paying tribute to this unique wordsmith with an equally unique Writers Edition.

This mechanical pencil features platinum-plated inlays in rich black lacquer, inspired by the Art Deco era – a period of artistic creativity during Thomas Mann's life. The interplay of colours and materials symbolises the different relationships between the characters in “Buddenbrooks”. The pencil operates with a twist mechanism.

Montblanc's Thomas Mann edition included 12000 numbered fountain pens, 15000 numbered ballpoint pens, and 3000 numbered mechanical pencils. A total of 3000 sets were released, each set including one of each of the aforementioned writing instruments.

**Condition**: This pencil is preowned and used, showing minor marks of use on its surface. It is in an overall very good condition, but does not come with the original box or papers corresponding to this limited edition. It will be shipped safely packed in a standard Montblanc giftbox.