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Retired Franklin-Christoph Pieces
 


 
Model 08 "Paradox"
 

Paradox Fine Pen and Pencil

From 2001-2007, the flagship ballpoint and pencil with paradoxical alternating sterling and black sections. The Paradox design continues on in Model 09, and Model 17, and planned for future Model frames as well.
The 08 Paradox Original Page

Final Direct Price $119.50.

 


Model 05 "Piper Sketcher"

One of the first 5.6mm pencils on the market, and one of our best sellers of all time. Run from 2002-2007. Replaced in 2008 by current Model 05 Sketcher. Piper Sketcher also sold as ballpoint in 2007 and 2008. For more information see The 05 Sketcher Original Page

Final Direct Price $85.00.

 


Model 07 
"Dara Lavender"

1st of the Dara's to "finish" - the Lavender was a special edition one time production run of only 500 pieces. Soon to be followed by the Dara Turquoise Ballpoint and M.Pencil.
For Current 07 Dara options use this link.


Final Direct Price $109.50.

 


Model 59 

Enjoyed a short run of fame in 2006-7. Black lacquer with all rhodium "at the tips." Retired due to its outspoken nature and inappropriate social behavior. The 59 might be on "probation" rather than full retirement, but the future remains to be seen. For now, RIP - Lived like a King.
The Model 59 Original Page

Final Direct Price $65.00.

 


Model 29
"Shortstock" Black

The first of the new generation designs is now finding retirement. We will maintain the special refills for this edition for years. Was featured from 2006-2009.
To View the original page with item details:
The original 29 Shortstock page

The Final direct price rose to $69.50 before being retired.

 


Model 14S
 Sterling Cap Magnet Pen

Same as standard Model 14, with a sterling cap. We did one run of 300 pieces, so circulation of these is very limited. Sold from 2006-2009.
More information at M-14S original page

Final Direct Price: $127.00

 


Model 01  "IPO Diamondback"

IPO Diamondback Maki-E Fountain Pen

Limited Edition now sold out. Email us to see about acquiring from a private collector. Maki-E art work performed in Japan, with Abalone Shell, Mother of Pearl, Platinum, used to form the Four Diamond Symbol. As with the IPO original, the clip is sterling silver with a flex band, and the nib is 18K solid gold, and came in fine, medium or medium italic.
Retired in 2009. For full details, visit: The 01 IPO Diamondback original page

Final Direct Price: $925

 


Model 14 Dark Cinnamon Red FP/RB
Special Edition

The first of the special edition colors of the M-14, and the first retired.
The Model 14 uses our revolutionary magnet capping system, and came in fountain pen or rollerball option. The FPs were sold with steel nibs in fine, medium, broad, extra-fine, .9mm medium italic, 1.1mm broad italic and 1.1mm broad stub options. Sold from 2006-2009.
Current Model 14 page here
 
Final price on the Dark Cinnamon red was $69.50 for RB, $79.50 for reg. nib FP, and $89.50 for specialty nib FP.

 


Model 01 "IPO"

With heavy heart, we retired our first model, the IPO on the last day of 2009. This pen started the brand in fine pens, and was a stellar family member for many years. Now only to be found as the original Franklin-Christoph piece in private collections, and in our museum pieces. The IPO has a sterling silver flex band clip, 18K nib, and was made of a methacrylate acrylic. Sold only in fountain pen option, with nib choices of 18K fine, medium, extra-fine, and .9mm medium italic. 2001-2009.
Model o1 IPO original page

Final price $275.00

 


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