Price includes handcrafted pen and wooden pen case pictured.
This twist pen features genuine fordite from the historic Ford plant in Wayne, Michigan. Each pen is one-of-a-kind, with vibrant color swirls and patterns created by layers of automotive paint. The gunmetal and chrome design combines craftsmanship with automotive heritage, making it a distinctive choice for car enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
Fordite, often called Detroit Agate, is a fascinating and unique byproduct of the automotive industry. It originated decades ago when cars were hand-painted on assembly lines. Over time, layers of colorful automotive paint overspray built up on the metal tracks and skids that transported the car bodies. These layers were repeatedly baked, hardening into a stone-like material. When this thick, hardened paint was cut and polished, it revealed mesmerizing swirls of vibrant colors and distinct patterns, much like a natural agate stone. Today, this rare, non-renewable material is highly sought after by jewelers and artisans.
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