The Laban Spider Rollerball SP-R100 was made as a special order in 2008. This pen features a polished European resin barrel, which is complemented by a solid sterling silver overlay with platinum plating, designed in a web-like lattice. Four small diamonds are set into the barrel, adding a subtle decorative touch.
The combination of the dark resin and bright metalwork creates a noticeable contrast. The pen is designed to be comfortable to hold, with a balanced weight that makes writing smooth and easy.
Produced in small production run, the SP-R100 is a distinctive piece within the Spider series. It is intended as both a functional writing instrument and a collectible item, recognized for its materials and thoughtful design.
This Laban Spider Rollerball SP-R100 is offered at a competitive price and is an excellent value for those seeking distinctive and functional writing instruments. It's important to note that these pens were previously used as display items, which may result in slight surface scratches on the clip.
LABAN has committed to dedicating themselves as a leader to the pen industry in Taiwan, creating a brand new chapters in fine writing.
During the 1970s, during what is commonly referred to as the Taiwanese Economic Miracle, the previous generation of course had no access to the Internet or even many common business networking channels. John, the founder of LABAN, flew around the world with only a suitcase, working to build a promising future for the pen industry in Taiwan. Due to the increased costs, outsourcing and offshoring in the industry, and fierce price competitions, what remained in Taiwan were old clients, old masters, and old crafts... All of a sudden, even the idea of handwriting became "old-school". From the very beginning, LABAN focused on bringing back the pride and joy of using a finely made instrument to handwrite on a daily basis. While doing so, they began to reach an ever increasing number of customers new to this world of fine writing.
The use of liquid ink flowing through a finely made writing instrument elevates the task of writing to a new level. Every carefully formed letter, each single word becomes more meaningful, each stroke of the pen records the unique aspects of our lives. Writing changes from a simple recording of information to an art form, one available to anyone who chooses to embrace it.
The manufacturing process of every LABAN pen is a careful mix of art and craft. The techniques range from the high tech of CNC to machine a wide variety of colorful acrylics, turning fine materials from the past of pen making, such as ebonite or celluloid, to the creation of intricately crafted decorations in precious metals. The limited edition Dragon Pen in 2004 was awarded The Best Writing Instrument by Lewis Clark, Royal Academy of Arts in the UK. LABAN also once built a collaborative partnership with Musei del Vaticano, and became the honorary signature pen of Pope Benedict XVI.
It's important to note that these pens were previously used as display items, which may result in slight micro-surface scratches on the clip. Pen comes with a new leather pen case value @ $65 (no box or papers). Please note, the pen uses a schmidt roller ball refill (not included).
