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Retro 51 Tornado Vintage MetalSmith Rollerball Albert Pen
Retro 1951’s Tornado Deluxe Albert rollerball pen features a black glossy lacquer finish with math equations in white- reminiscent of showing your work on a chalkboard. The Retro 51 Tornado Albert pen is inspired by one of the greatest scientists of history.
Retro 51 Tornado Vintage MetalSmith Roosevelt Rollerball Penhe Retro 51 Tornado Vintage Metalsmith Roosevelt Pen is vintage and aged to perfection, some even say presidential, being inspired by one of the greatest Presidents of all time. The “Roosevelt” features a textured pattern that has been acid-etched and completed with an antique finish. The pen is fitted with a smooth flowing rollerball refill that retracts with the patented knurl twist-top.
Retro 51 Tornado Vintage Metalsmith Rollerball Pen, Dr Gray
A homage to Dr Henry Gray and to human anatomy on a vintage pen. This vintage metal capless rollerball acts as an ode to Dr Henry Gray, as well as his book on human anatomy. Each pen features the Dr Gray skeleton with an acid-etched lacquer finish barrel that is highlighted with antique silver accents. It even glows in the dark!
Retro 51 Tornado Vintage Metalsmith Corsair Rollerball PenOriginally introduced in 1942, the Corsair is a World War II American fighter aircraft. Retro 51 immortalizes the aeroplane in pen form with the “Corsair” design Tornado rollerball pen. The metal Tornado pen body is acid-etched and printed with graphics to recreate the aesthetics of the fighter.
Retro 51 Vintage Metalsmith P-51 Mustang Rollerball PenThe P-51 Mustang is widely regarded as the finest all-around piston-engined fighter of World War II. It was produced in significant numbers and the first U.S. built fighter aeroplane to push its nose over Europe after the fall of France.
Retro 51 Tornado MetalSmith DMITRI Periodic Table Rollerball PenDmitri Mendeleev developed the periodic classification of elements. He found, when all known chemical elements were arranged in order of increasing atomic weight, the resulting table displayed a recurring pattern of properties within groups of elements. The “Dmitri” is printed with periodic table graphics, chrome accents and a radiation symbol on the top cap. It is fitted with a smooth flowing rollerball refill that is retracted with its patented knurl twist-top.
Retro 1951 has turned the humble pen into a design statement, proving that everyday writing can be anything but ordinary. Founded in Dallas, Texas, the brand was born from the idea that “Life is too short to carry an ugly pen,” and it’s a motto they live by with every collection they create.
Blending vintage-inspired aesthetics with contemporary craftsmanship, Retro 1951 pens are instantly recognisable for their bold graphics, playful personality, and high-quality construction. Each pen feels as good as it looks, with a reassuring weight, smooth ink flow, and just the right balance between form and function. Whether it’s the iconic Tornado rollerball or one of their limited-edition collaborations, every Retro 51 pen captures a sense of nostalgia and style that sets it apart.
Each pen arrives in a beautifully designed Retro graphic tube that’s more than just packaging, it doubles as a pen stand or travel case, keeping your favourite writing instrument ready for action.
For anyone who values individuality, quality, and a touch of wit in their stationery, Retro 1951 is a celebration of writing as an art form, and a reminder that good design never goes out of style.
