Heres an item thats both practical and pretty.

Originally introduced in the mid 2000s, Strata? delighted the pen industry, with its slim design, reliability, and dynamic use of color. Each Strata? is carefully machined to perfection before it is coated in high-quality metallic lacquer. Hand assembled with polished chrome accents and completed with a 3 tiered cap-top for a unique and stunning finish. The long, sweeping clip is easy to use and
adorned with the famous Monteverde USA? mountains logo along the top, while the end of the cap-top displays the same logo encapsulated in black resin for contrast. The fountain pen has a screw-cap mechanisium protecting the nib. The twist-action of the ballpoint unveils the refill tip. Hand polished, the Strata? collection is available in a selection of rich metallic sheens; Turquoise, Blue, Red, or glossy Black. Slim and sleek, this collection is ideal for travel or as a daily writer, fitting beautifully in agendas and organizers. The fountain pens stainless steel nib is available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, and Stub sizes, and uses a threaded ink converter or ink cartridge (included). Fountain pen fills with standard international ink cartridges and ballpoint accepts P1 and P4 refills. Each Strata? pen is housed in a newly designed slim gift box.

A little something to make transitions easier.