The 'ultimate emblem of the Maison Caran d'Ache', the 849 ballpoint is a coolly understated design classic. This retractable ballpoint with its slim aluminium barrel is regularly reinvented by Caran d'Ache in the form of special and limited editions. This time, it's been given the Alexander Girard treatment.

Alexander Girard was an architect and designer known particularly for his textiles. The Girard Studio, founded by the Girard family to promote the designer's legacy, and Swiss furniture design company Vitra have collaborated with Caran d'Ache to produce the Limited Edition Alexander Girard 849 Ballpoint Pen, in two iconic variations.

The Black edition showcases the 'double triangle' design that Girard used for wallpaper and textiles. Matt black barrel with the double triangle design in brilliant white varnish, with a matt black chrome-plated clip and push-button.

Presented with an information card in a black tin displaying Girard's 'the eyes' pattern in blue. Supplied fitted with a blue medium refill. Takes Caran d'Ache's Goliath ballpoint refill.

Proudly Swiss-made.