Possibly the most highly anticipated pen of 2010 the Visconti Homo Sapiens is the first pen ever to be forged from volcanic lava from Mt. Etna in Sicily Italy.

The unique lava material has a high degree of resilience (virtually unbreakable) is flame proof (heat resistant over 100 degrees Celsius) slightly hygroscopic (absorbs hand sweat during use) and is dense to the touch.

Each pen features solid bronze trim and is packaged with the new Visconti DVD warranty.

Visconti Homo Sapiens Lava Black Details:

• Lava has some incredible qualities making it the perfect material for writing instruments.
• Virtually unbreakable: high degree of resilience
• Flame-proof: heat resistance to heat over 100°C
• Slightly hygroscopic: absorbs moisture during use
• Dense to the touch: comfortable to grip and relaxing to write with
• Finish: Volcanic Lava and Steel
• Trim: Bronze
• Break-resistant 0.7mm lead
• Can be customized with the magnetized MyPen System
• Gift boxed