The Cross Townsend pen inherited its sleek design from the company’s original art deco fountain pen of the 1930s. The standard nib size is medium, but customers can select broad, fine or extra-fine nibs. Gold filled/rolled gold fountain $350, ballpoint $140. (www.cross.com)

Sign your next contract with flair. The tri-colored Spark collection from Krone has a hammered texture under layers of a smooth lacquer finish. 888 editions distributed in each style and color. Fountain $995, rollerball $895. (www.kronepen.com)

Quintessential good looks make Montblanc’s Meisterstuck Classique a pen for all meetings. Ballpoint $355. (www.montblanc.com)

Its ergonomic, lightweight design gives you an inkling of why the Invisibilis fountain pen by Omas will appeal to busy executives. These handcrafted writing instruments are made of solid silver and decorated with Greek symbols. 1,235 numbered editions available. $2,450. (www.omas.com)

The Yukari Royale Urushi collection sports classic, clean lines on a larger pen body than the traditional Yukari pens by Namiki. Each pen is encased in a wooden gift box with bottled ink. Available in black and vermilion. $1,400. (www.namiki.com)

Elegant and polished, the Ici et Là stylus makes a striking statement before you even put pen to paper. Waterman fashioned the shimmering collection especially for women. Available in blue, champagne, red and silver mist. Fountain $70, ballpoint $65. (www.waterman.com)

The smart style of the new Duofold Check pen commands attention. Under a cast resin finish, solid blocks are seamlessly fused together to create a checkered look. Available in amber, marine and olive. Fountain pen $450, rollerball $330, ballpoint $250. (www.parkerpen.com)