This ballpoint pen has been designed by LAMY as part of the well know Vista collection. The pen barrel is made from non-fade transparent plastic allowing you to see the pen refill inside an on-trend element in design currently. There is a carved hexagonal shaped grip around the cone of the pen to give a more comfortable feel when writing. To release the nib at the top of the pen there is a spring looking black push mechanism which can be pressed down to release the nib and pressed again to retract it. On the side of the pen there is a small stainless steel clip for securing into a pen case. The LAMY brand name is carved and inlaid in silver mirror on the side of the pen for subtle branding purposes. There is a twist mechanism near the cone of the pen which unscrews so you can change the refill. This ballpoint pen is under two year warranty.