The Montblanc x Ferrari Meisterstück Great Masters Tailor Made Classica, Where Writing Meets Automotive
Where timeless craftsmanship meets automotive artistry, Montblanc and Ferrari unveil a heritage-inspired writing instrument that celebrates individuality, elegance, and precision.
By Sébastien Aeberli
Design, Content & Social Media
In the ever-evolving world of luxury, where personal expression defines status as much as heritage, two icons of design and craftsmanship have joined forces to create something truly remarkable.
Montblanc and Ferrari – names synonymous with excellence, precision, and timeless style – have unveiled a writing instrument that embodies individuality and the elegance of a bygone era while celebrating modern sophistication, the Meisterstück Great Masters Ferrari Tailor Made Classica Special Edition.
This is not merely a “pen.” It is a statement, a fusion of automotive legend and artisanal mastery that elevates writing into an experience of passion, personality, and artistry. Here, the thrill of the road meets the intimacy of handwriting, and every detail tells a story.
A Meeting of Icons
The collaboration between Montblanc and Ferrari is not a sudden encounter; it has been a journey, one that mirrors the elegant curves and exhilarating speed of a Ferrari roadster.
Since 2021, when the Great Characters Enzo Ferrari Edition paid tribute to the legendary founder, Montblanc has celebrated Enzo Ferrari’s vision – his passion for speed, pioneering innovation, and unwavering commitment to uncompromising quality.
Crafted from red precious resin and inspired by “Rosso 70 Anni,” the Great Characters Enzo Ferrari Edition features a Montblanc emblem on a yellow metal grid, the Prancing Horse on the cap, a famous Enzo quote on the clip (“You cannot describe passion. You can only live it.”), and a handcrafted Au585 gold nib embossed with a Ferrari 250 GTO steering wheel and his nickname, “Pilota.”
In 2023, Montblanc and Ferrari unveiled the Stilema SP3 Concept. Inspired by Ferrari’s Daytona SP3, this writing instrument celebrated the car’s legendary 1967 Daytona 24 Hours triple victory and its Icona heritage, blending technical innovation with fluid design.
Forged from lightweight titanium (a material that is rarely used by Montblanc for its writing instruments), the pen mirrors the SP3’s aerodynamic lines, featuring a hidden white-gold ink mechanism, an Au750 nib engraved “SP3,” the Prancing Horse on the cap, and a luxurious leather and Alcantara pouch with red stitching.
By 2025, Montblanc and Ferrari revisited their roots with the Great Characters Enzo Ferrari Special Edition “Giallo Modena” featuring precise engravings of Enzo Ferrari’s birth, first victory, and the crest of the city of Modena (where Enzo was born).
The pen combines technical mastery and craftsmanship: a ruthenium-coated clip engraved with Enzo’s motto, a solid Au585 gold nib embossed with “Pilota” and a 250 GTO steering wheel, and meticulous design reflecting Ferrari’s engineering precision.
Now, the Meisterstück Great Masters Ferrari Tailor Made Classica Special Edition marks a new chapter, one that highlights personalization, heritage, and timeless craftsmanship, allowing its owner to engage with both history and individuality through an object of beauty and function.
Heritage in Motion
This Special Edition writing instrument draws inspiration from Ferrari’s golden era – the GT sports cars of the 1950s and 1960s – which was a period defined by sleek silhouettes, meticulous craftsmanship, and bold innovation. Montblanc has translated that automotive spirit into a writing instrument that balances nostalgia with contemporary elegance.
The barrel, crafted from rich mahogany with a black lacquer stripe, evokes the feel of vintage Ferrari steering wheels. Platinum-coated accents gleam like polished chrome, while a subtle crosshatch on the forepart, cone, and cap top mirrors Ferrari wheel spokes. The Prancing Horse emblem is elegantly integrated, and the Montblanc emblem in yellow on the cap top honors Modena, as it is the birthplace of Ferrari and a cradle of Italian craftsmanship.
At the heart of the pen is a handcrafted Au750 solid gold nib, rhodium-coated and intricately engraved, reflecting the artisanal precision of mid-century Ferrari bodywork. Every contour and detail of this writing instrument is meticulously considered, making writing an act of elegance, individuality, and timeless craftsmanship.
More Than Writing
Luxury goes beyond ownership; it’s about storytelling, passion, and personal identity. The new Meisterstück embodies these values, and like a Ferrari gliding along the Amalfi Coast, each stroke of this writing instrument radiates confidence, sophistication, and a genuine appreciation for the journey.
For collectors and connoisseurs, this edition offers two distinct experiences: the fountain pen, delivering the flowing elegance of traditional ink and a tactile, immersive writing experience, and the rollerball, combining precision with effortless glide for modern practicality.
Each version is meticulously crafted to reflect Ferrari’s automotive heritage and Montblanc’s legendary attention to detail, ensuring that whichever you choose, it remains a timeless companion and a statement of personal style.
Whether through the roar of an engine or the sweep of ink across paper, Montblanc and Ferrari celebrate individuality, precision, and the pursuit of excellence. Both versions invite their owner to embrace the art of writing with the same passion and care that defines driving a Ferrari.
Price & Availability
This collaboration goes beyond the simple celebration of two legendary brands; it is an invitation to slow down, create, write, and live with elegance and intention.
The Meisterstück Great Masters Ferrari Tailor Made Classica Special Edition is available from today as a rollerball for CHF 3,370 and as a fountain pen for CHF 3,660 at Montblanc boutiques worldwide, online, and at select Ferrari boutiques.
To learn more, please visit Montblanc's website or Ferrari's website.