In 1900, Waterman First gained notoriety at the Exposition Universelle In Paris, where it was awarded the gold medal of excellence, the highest accolade available. This early recognition would see Waterman pens adopted by the French public as an iconic mark, a sentiment that continues today with all our fine pens being made in France.  Long affiliated with the Waterman brand, Paris has always been a source of inspiration. From its world-renowned museums to its prominent literary scene, our vision has always drawn from the city’s rich culture for the written word. Our collections of fine writing instruments epitomize Parisian style, representing a timeless display of taste and self-assurance.  Each Waterman pen is hand assembled and hand tested by a Waterman expert. From checking every nib for smoothness to making sure the quality of each pen is beyond magnificent. With every touch, we’ve grounded our legacy of crafting fine writing instruments that always give wings to limitless possibilities.

Over time we’ve redefined elegance as the perfect balance of beauty and innovation. We’ve devoted ourselves to making our pens emblems of elegance, meant to empower those that write with a Waterman to leave their mark of French sophistication.