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Richly patterned blue Auroloide and cool chrome accents give the Aurora Optima Auroloide Fountain Pen - Blue & Chrome a poised, unmistakably Italian presence. Compact and beautifully balanced, it brings the Optima silhouette into vivid focus with marbling that shifts from inky navy to lighter sapphire tones.
Turned from Aurora’s signature Auroloide material, the barrel and cap reveal layered depth and chatoyance that reward close inspection. A polished chrome clip and engraved cap band frame the design with crisp contrast, while a discreet ink window offers an at-a-glance read on levels beneath the cap. The screw-cap closure and robust internal piston reflect a build meant for decades of writing, with the Optima’s time-honored proportions that sit naturally in hand.
Aurora is among the rare manufacturers that design and produce their own gold nibs. The in-house 14k nib delivers the brand’s signature, pencil-like feedback—clean on the page, never glassy—for confident control across a range of papers. The piston-filling system feeds a steady flow and includes Aurora’s reserve function, offering a final extra supply when the main chamber runs low. Available in a full spread of sizes from extra fine through double broad and stub, it can be tailored to precise notes or generous, expressive lines.
Founded in 1919 in Turin, Aurora has shaped Italian writing culture for over a century. The Optima line draws on 1930s-era design language while benefiting from modern manufacturing and rigorous nib tuning. It is a pen built where it is conceived—in Italy—which is why the Optima endures as a favorite among enthusiasts who value provenance as much as performance.
Order Processing Time: Most orders are processed and shipped within 1 business day of receiving the order.
Special Request Items and Custom-Made Products: Certain items, such as special request items or custom-made products, may require additional shipping time. In such cases, please allow up extra time for these items to be shipped.
Pre-Orders: Any items available for pre-order will have the estimated delivery date listed in the product description.
Product Descriptions: We highly recommend reading the product descriptions carefully before making a purchase, especially for items with extended shipping times. Any information regarding extended shipping times or special requirements will be mentioned in the product description.
Drop Shipping: In the event of errors in our on-hand inventory or to expedite delivery, some items may be drop shipped directly from our US distributors. This means that these items will be shipped directly from the distributor's warehouse to your designated shipping address.
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Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.
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Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
Please note that shipping times may vary depending on the destination and other factors beyond our control. Customs duties, taxes, and any additional fees associated with international shipments are the responsibility of the customer.
Refunds: A full refund will be issued for returned items.
Condition of Return: To be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in its original condition, including all original boxes and packaging.
Restocking Fee: For used items or items missing their original packaging, a 20% restocking fee will be applied.
Refund Method: Refunds will be processed using the original form of payment.
Return Shipping: Customers are responsible for the shipping costs associated with the return, unless the return is due to a product defect or an error on our part.
Return Process: To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order details and the reason for return. Once the return is approved, you will receive further instructions on how to proceed.
Refund Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for the refund to be processed after we receive the returned item.
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