Not only does the gunmetal finish create the feeling of impression of movement, but so does the angled end cap, reminiscent of a mermaid's tail. The Carene Contemporary is a mid-size pen that will be a comfortable fit for most users. The easily removable clutch cap adds to its ease of use.

Carène means "hull" in French, and the Waterman Carene fountain pen sports an elegantly streamlined design that suggests the sleek lines of a racing yacht. The smooth-writing 18k inlaid nib adds to the appeal of these writing instruments, which also offer excellent value for the price.

The Carene Contemporary Gunmetal with rhodium trim can be filled using international size ink cartridges, such as the Pelikan and J. Herbin cartridges we carry, or can be filled with any bottled fountain pen ink using the included converter.

Take a closer look at the stunning criss-cross engraving on the cap and barrel. This pattern fills almost every inch of the Carene Contemporary Gunmetal fountain pen, interrupted only by the solid black section when the pen is left uncapped.

The 18k solid gold rhodium-plated inlaid nib is known for its smooth writing characteristics, and is imprinted with the Waterman trademark.

These 18k nibs are well-suited to customizations such as Cursive Italic and Left Oblique. 

Additional Carene nib units are available for individual sale and are easily interchangeable at home - see our Waterman nibs page for more details.