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#1 Gerry Berg

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Posted 18 May 2015 - 03:06 PM

I just acquired this Omas at Stilo Fetti in Rome. Marco, the proprietor, told me that it was a limited edition made specifically for Stilo Fetti. Does anyone know the name of the colo? I have heard "saffron", "senape" (Ital. for mustard), and "Burkina".  Any information would be appreciated.

 

The cap (far right) reads: "Omas Italy 017/131".

 

 

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Edited by Gerry Berg, 18 May 2015 - 03:10 PM.


#2 Parcival

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Posted 18 May 2015 - 03:35 PM

 saffron blue

http://www.nibs.com/...lue-saffron.htm


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#3 Gerry Berg

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Posted 22 May 2015 - 07:36 PM

The Pen

Having had this pen inked up and working now for a week, I can now say that I am completely delighted with it. It has what I would call an old-fashioned Omas nib which is exquisitely expressive with perfect flow. Its long tines are flexible, not 1920s Waterman flexible, but flexible nevertheless. And no matter how quickly I apply pressure to thicken the line, the feed provides enough ink to avoid "railroad tracks". It releases well from a full press without leaving a blob. Considering that I am a leftie and often get a nibmeister to "re-form" a pen nib for me, Omas has accomplished a major feat by satisfying me right out of the box. The celluloid has grown on me. When I bought it, I was pleased by its novelty; now I am pleased as well by its complexity. The quality of workmanship is evident in the three cap rings. They are perfectly set to conform with the faceting, a signature design feature of Omas.

 

The Shop: Stilo Fetti

As well, I want to tip my hat to the shop in Rome where I bought the pen, Stilo Fetti, just steps away from the Pantheon at Via degli Orfani, 82. Its proprietor, Marco, was extremely patient as I examined quite a few pens in his very large stock. When I wanted some time alone with my wife to decide on what to buy, I told him, “I’ll be back”. Instead of simply saying goodbye, he recommended a café where we had what turned out to be the best cup of coffee in Rome (quite a claim!). And when I returned to buy the pen, he recommended a very fine local restaurant for lunch devoid of tourists which could never be found since it was down several alleys without street signs and had a door that was entirely unmarked.

 

Finally, the actual glass a brick of the shop was a treat to anyone who loves old shops. It was filled with wood cases set in warmly polished wood-framed rooms with thick carpets and soft lights. Though I speak no Italian, Marco and his staff easily understood what I was looking for and were very helpful and considerate. There is no question that when I return to Rome, I will return to Stilo Fetti.

 

Here's their contact info:

Stilo Fetti, Via degli Orfani, 82, Roma. Tel. 06.678.96.62.

www.stilofetti.it

info@stilofetti.it






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