Caran d'Ache has an international reputation for exceptional beauty and quality in all of their products, for more than 75 years, these prestigious writing instruments have been smart in looks and durable in performance. Quality has no limits as each Caran d'Ache writing instrument has the quality and beauty that reflects their Swiss heritage, founded in Geneva it remains Switzerland's only manufacturer of pencils, fine art products, and writing instruments. Expect perfect elegance in Caran d'Ache's choice of precious metals, Chinese lacquers, and jewel encrusted barrels, and you'll find flawless function in every piece they make.

Caran d'Ache Varius Carbon 3000 series gets its name from the fact that each strand is composed of 3,000 carbon filaments. The lightweight, durable hexagonal body of carbon fiber is highlighted by silver and rhodium plated trim and heralds an 18k gold nib for your next smooth writing session. The Carbon 3000 has a look and feel that makes them not only exceptional writing instruments, but highly appreciated gifts too. The Varius Collection fountain pen features rhodium-coated 18K gold nib in fine, medium or bold sizes, and fills via cartridge/ converter filling system. Matching roller-ball pen, ballpoint pen and 0.7mm mechanical pencil are also available. The roller-ball pen uses roller or fiber tipped cartridge whereas the ballpoint pen uses the famous Goliath ballpoint cartridge. The ballpoint pen and mechanical pencil feature push-button advance mechanism with "CdA" identification on the push button.