A shimmering Pearl Red Serena from Delta

A shimmering Pearl Red Serena from Delta

Contrary to popular perception, the Delta Serena is not a very old offering from these master manufacturers. The Serena line was introduced only in 2013 and has, in the years since, built up its dedicated group of followers. And the reasons why so many connoisseurs swear by this pen are not hard to fathom.

For one, it comes from the House of Delta, which has been churning out uniquely crafted pieces since its inception in Naples, Italy, in 1982. They have created an enviable reputation as craftsmen of superb capabilities, and their pens can be recommended with eyes closed in terms of both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

Secondly, the Serena series is crafted from high-quality delta resin, and the smooth, user-friendly design adds to the writing pleasure, the way the edges taper off gently, as opposed to sharp, jagged ones, highlighting the experience. The weight and balance of the pen also tick the right boxes. The clip is sturdy, and the ball at the end complements the overall design aesthetic of the pen. The embellishments are muted as opposed to shiny, which points to understated traditions and a deliberate effort to embrace timelessness - a tribute to the Renaissance.

As for the nib – it is the type that one falls in love with. The ink flow is steady and opulent, and the smoothness belies definition. One must write with this brushed steel nib to feel the pleasure that engages the soul.

Italy means so many things to so many people – the monuments that defy time, art that is immortal, gastronomic delights, and culinary traditions that aficionados swear by, the Cosa Nostra, supercars that test speed limits, women who make Goddesses envious, men who are the apogees of style. But ask me and I’ll say, Italy means writing instruments that have no parallels. Pens that provide an ablution of the soul!

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