Forever Wave Transition INK - 3D Nylon ballpoint pen with maple wood base

Essential, sculptural, contemporary.
Pininfarina Wave Transition Ink interprets writing as a design gesture, transforming a pen into an authentic design object to be enjoyed every day on your desk.

Made from 3D printed PA12 Nylon, with a fluid and three-dimensional silhouette, Wave Transition stands out for its perforated body and the balance between visual lightness, technical innovation and scenic presence, as well as an ergonomic grip.
The wooden base, inspired by the world of high-end desk objects, completes the project with a warm and refined material contrast.

Unlike the Ethergraf version, this edition with a ballpoint tip is designed to offer a more immediate, smooth and versatile writing experience, also ideal for everyday use. The result is a pen that combines the expressive power of Pininfarina design with concrete, practical and elegant functionality.

Wave Transition Ink is the perfect choice for those who want a distinctive, contemporary and pleasant writing instrument, capable of adding character to the desk and value to every gesture.

Main Features

• New design signed by Pininfarina
  A soft, organic and enveloping shape, designed to express dynamism, lightness and innovation.
• Smooth and immediate ballpoint writing
  Designed for practical and daily use, with a smooth and comfortable stroke.
• 3D printed Nylon
  Light, resistant and technologically advanced body, obtained through additive manufacturing.
• Parametric perforated structure
  The open pattern visually lightens the object and strengthens its contemporary character.
• Wooden base
  An elegant and minimalist support that enhances the pen as a desk and display object.
• Two finishes available
  Available in black and grey, to adapt to different contexts with the same distinctive identity.
• Made in Italy
  Authentic expression of design research, design culture and Italian manufacturing.

Detailed description

Pininfarina Wave Transition Ink is born from the encounter between parametric design, formal research and production innovation. Its soft and continuous profile evokes an idea of fluidity and transformation: a shape that seems modeled by movement and matter, capable of transmitting lightness and precision at the same time.

The Nylon body processed with 3D technology allows for a complex but perfectly balanced geometry, where solids and voids interact to create a refined play of depth, light and shadow. The result is a visually light but structurally solid pen, capable of combining performance and aesthetic presence.

The ballpoint tip makes this version particularly suitable for everyday use, offering smooth, fast and natural writing. Wave Transition Ink thus retains all the personality of an advanced design object, but with an immediate functionality that makes it perfect for notes, memos, signatures and everyday writing moments.

The wooden base further defines the product's personality, introducing a warm and natural element in contrast with the pen's technical sophistication. It is not just a support, but an integral part of the project: it transforms Wave Transition Ink into a small architectural desk element, to be cherished and displayed.

Included in the vision of the Transition series, this creation represents a balance between sustainability, innovation and advanced formal language. 3D printing allows for more controlled, precise and responsible production, reducing waste and overproduction and enhancing a new idea of contemporary manufacturing.

Why buy it?

• Because it is much more than a pen
  It is a design object that enhances the desk and communicates taste, research and personality.
• Because it is also suitable for everyday use
  The ballpoint tip offers smooth, practical and immediate writing.
• Because it combines innovation and materiality
  3D Nylon and natural wood interact in a sophisticated and original project.
• Because it has a strong scenic presence
  The wavy shape and perforated body make it immediately recognizable.
• Because it is ideal as a premium gift idea
  Perfect for professionals, creatives, design enthusiasts and collectors.
• Because it is Made in Italy
  It embodies the value of Italian design in a contemporary, elegant and timeless object.

Technical specifications

• Body material: 3D printed Nylon
• Writing system: Ballpoint tip
• Base: Maple wood base
• Available finishes: Black, Grey
• Production: Made in Italy

Package contents

• 1 Pininfarina Wave Transition Ink pen
• 1 Wooden base
• Pininfarina premium packaging

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between this pen and the Ethergraf version?
The Wave Transition Ink features a classic ballpoint tip with ink, ideal for smooth and immediate daily use. The Ethergraf version, on the other hand, writes without ink through metallic oxidation, with a more discreet stroke suitable for sketches and drawings. If you are looking for a pen to use every day, this is the right choice.

Is the refill replaceable?
Yes, the ballpoint cartridge is replaceable. When the ink runs out, you can replace the refill without having to change the pen.

Is the wooden base included in the package?
Yes, the maple wood base is included in the package along with the pen and Pininfarina premium packaging.

In what colors is it available?
The Wave Transition Ink is available in two finishes: Black and Grey.

Is the 3D Nylon body durable?
Yes, despite its perforated and light appearance, the 3D printed nylon body is solid and resistant to daily use. The parametric structure is designed to balance aesthetics and robustness.

Is it suitable as a gift?
Absolutely yes. The premium packaging, iconic design and wooden base make it a high-impact gift for professionals, creatives and design enthusiasts. It is an object that stands out and is remembered.

How much does it weigh?
The pen with base weighs approximately 460 grams in the complete package. The pen alone is light and balanced, comfortable to hold for extended writing sessions.