Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen - OpArt Deep Water CT

Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen - OpArt Deep Water CT

Ocean blues in motion. The Faber-Castell Ambition Fountain Pen in OpArt Deep Water features precious resin with an optical-art guilloche and grid pattern in shimmering ocean blues. Slim, elegant and beautifully balanced, the OpArt Deep Water Ambition is a fountain pen with timeless lines and a finish all of its own.

Faber-Castell has been making writing instruments in Germany since 1761, and the Ambition, here in OpArt Deep Water, is its modern classic. The Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen combines the line's straight, minimalist silhouette with a smooth stainless steel nib.

Key highlights

• Brand: Faber-Castell, Germany
• Collection: Ambition OpArt
• Finish: OpArt Deep Water
• Body: precious resin and metal
• Trim: polished chrome
• Nib: stainless steel, EF, F, M, B
• Filling: cartridge / converter

The Ambition design

The Ambition is Faber-Castell's modern classic: a long, slim, perfectly straight barrel, framed at the cap and end by polished metal, with no unnecessary detail. As a fountain pen it is elegant and well proportioned, slender enough to slip into any pocket or pen loop, yet long enough to sit comfortably in the hand. It is the kind of design that suits every occasion and never goes out of fashion.

The OpArt Deep Water finish

Deep Water brings the sea to the Ambition OpArt collection. Layers of blue with iridescent nuances sit over a fine guilloche and grid pattern, so the barrel seems to shimmer and move like water as the light changes.

It is the most vivid of the OpArt finishes, a pen that draws the eye and invites a second look.

Writing with the Ambition

The Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen has a stainless steel nib that writes smoothly and consistently, offered in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad. The slim section of the OpArt Deep Water Ambition gives precise control, which suits neat handwriting, note-taking and signatures, and the light body means the pen never feels tiring.

Slim and easy to carry

The Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen is long and slender, roughly 139mm capped, so it slips easily into a shirt pocket, a planner loop or a slim pen case. The spring-loaded clip holds the OpArt Deep Water Ambition securely, and the cap protects its nib on the move.

Who it is for

The Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen is ideal for professionals, students and anyone who prefers slim, elegant pens. The OpArt Deep Water Ambition is also one of the most popular Faber-Castell gift fountain pens, suitable for graduations, birthdays and corporate occasions.

Choosing the right nib

Choosing a nib size comes down to your handwriting. Writers with compact handwriting usually prefer Extra Fine or Fine, which keep letters crisp and stop loops from filling in. Medium is the most popular all-rounder and the best way to enjoy the colour of your ink. Broad nibs give a generous, wet line that looks wonderful in signatures and greeting cards. European nibs such as Faber-Castell's tend to run slightly wider than Japanese nibs of the same letter, so if you are used to Japanese pens, consider going one size finer.

Cartridges, converters and bottled ink

The pen uses the common international cartridge and converter system. Cartridges are the simplest option, ideal at the office or on the move. With a Faber-Castell standard converter (sold separately) you can fill from any bottle of fountain pen ink, which gives you access to a whole world of colours, from classic blues and blacks to browns, greens and shimmering specials.

Ink recommendations

The Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen works with any good fountain pen ink. Colours we especially like with the OpArt Deep Water finish, all at Makoba:

• Graf von Faber-Castell Royal Blue: a bright blue that mirrors the barrel
• Graf von Faber-Castell Turquoise: a sea-green turquoise
• Graf von Faber-Castell Cobalt Blue: a vivid ocean blue
• Graf von Faber-Castell Midnight Blue: a deep blue-black for work

You can also browse our full range of fountain pen ink bottles and ink cartridges to find your perfect colour.

Caring for your fountain pen

Looking after your fountain pen is simple. Keep the cap on when the pen is resting, and store it nib up in a pen case or pen stand. Rinse the nib and feed with plain, lukewarm water when you switch inks, about once a month. Stick to proper fountain pen inks, avoid dropping the pen on its nib, and never use harsh chemicals. Treated this way, a good steel nib will give you thousands of pages of smooth writing.

The Ambition family

The Ambition family is one of the broadest in Faber-Castell's range, with fountain pens, rollerballs and ballpoints in precious resin, natural woods, optical-art patterns and special editions. Every Ambition shares the same straight silhouette, so a fountain pen and ballpoint in the same finish make a beautifully matched pair, and collectors often own several finishes for different moods and inks.

Styling the Deep Water

Deep Water is a natural partner for blue ink: fill it with a bright royal blue or a deep turquoise for a perfectly coordinated set. It looks smart with navy, white and grey, and it is a wonderful gift for anyone who loves the ocean, sailing or travel. Pair it with the matching Deep Water ballpoint for a complete set.

A gift worth giving

Looking for a gift? A fine pen is one of the most personal presents you can give: something used every day, kept for years and remembered every time it is picked up. It is ideal for graduations, promotions, birthdays, weddings, retirements and corporate gifting. It arrives in the brand's original packaging, ready to present.

Pair it with good paper

Good paper makes a noticeable difference. On smooth, quality paper, lines stay sharp, colours look richer and the pen glides more easily. If you write a lot, it is worth choosing a notebook with paper that is kind to ink.

Full specifications

Explore more

Complete your Ambition set or explore more finishes:

• Ambition OpArt Ballpoint, Deep Water
• Ambition Fountain Pen, OpArt White Sand
• Ambition Fountain Pen, OpArt Black Sand
• Ambition Fountain Pen, OpArt Autumn Leaves
• Ambition Fountain Pen, Italic Ice Blue
• Ambition Fountain Pen, Blue Wood PVD
• Ambition Fountain Pen, Resin Black
• All Faber-Castell Ambition fountain pens
• Faber-Castell fountain pens
• All Faber-Castell

Frequently asked questions

Which nib sizes are available for the Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen?
The OpArt Deep Water Ambition comes in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad, in stainless steel.

Does the Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen include a converter?
No, the OpArt Deep Water Ambition takes standard international cartridges; a Faber-Castell converter is sold separately.

Is there a matching ballpoint for the Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen?
Yes, the matching Ambition ballpoint in OpArt Deep Water is linked above.

Is the Faber-Castell Ambition OpArt Deep Water fountain pen slim?
Yes, the OpArt Deep Water Ambition is one of Faber-Castell's slimmest, most elegant fountain pens.

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