Airline International

Montegrappa, a proud symbol of Italian style, design and creativity, is delighted to pay homage to the icons of the 20th Century. Athletes, musicians, artists, philosophers, actors, scientists, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs are honored in turn by a timeless collection of writing instruments, Each Icons Limited Edition is dedicated to a figure who impacted on global culture in an inimitable way. Their images are so evocative that a mere profile or movement of the hand will be recognizable in a heart beat. Their impact on global culture will defy time.

Montegrappa's "Icons" series pays tribute to cultural giants, regardless of the fields in which their character and achievements lifted them to global awareness. Launching the series is an individual who figures prominently in any list of the 20th Century's strongest, most influential personalities, the man who revolutionized boxing on every level: Muhammad Ali. His talent, his skill and the path of his career introduced monumental changes in the sport, and the way it is perceived. It remains so to this day.

The nib sports the "raised arms" silhouette of the victorious boxer, above the name "Ali," with the collar between nib and barrel formed from black resin. Finished in white pearlised resin with a black stripe running its length, the barrel bears the colors of his boxing shorts.

Montegrappa Icons "Tribute to Muhammad Ali" limited edition addresses key elements of Muhammad Ali's life. 1942 is the year of his birth. He fought 61 fights. He won 56. His wins by knockout numbered 37. Guided by these figures, Montegrappa will issue 1942 fountain pens and 1942 roller balls in resin with sterling silver trims, 61 fountains with solid gold trims and 56 roller balls with solid gold trims.

Also available will be an exclusive "knock-out" edition, gold-trimmed and set with diamonds in the cap's end-piece. Only 37 in total will be produced, the client selection either a fountain pen or roller ball. Each solid gold version will bear a number corresponding to a specific opponent and fight, the pen engraved with the fighter's name, as well as the date and location of the event.