The Roman Rollerball – Amboyna Smoke reveals the lighter, more luminous side of this remarkable timber.
 
Crafted from pale Amboyna burl, the body glows in warm honey, sand and champagne tones, with intricate burl eyes and delicate feathering drifting through the grain like smoke suspended in air. Under a deep, glass-like polish, the natural figure comes alive — subtle, organic and endlessly detailed.
 
The ornate Roman hardware brings classical authority, its gold detailing framing the timber with richness and presence. Adding a distinctive modern touch is the striking blue accent ring on the cap, a refined flash of colour that lifts the entire design. It provides contrast, depth, and just enough individuality to make the pen unmistakable.
 
Uncapped, the rollerball offers a smooth, fluid writing experience. Substantial yet balanced, it feels confident in the hand — a pen that pairs timeless craftsmanship with subtle contemporary character.
 
This is classical form, softened by light and elevated by detail.
 
Maker’s Story
Amboyna burl is always full of surprises.
This piece stood out immediately for its lighter tone. Where many Amboyna blanks lean dark and dramatic, this one felt almost luminous — pale golds and warm sands with intricate swirling grain just waiting to be revealed.
 
Turning lighter burl requires care. Every detail shows. As the shape formed, the grain opened beautifully — tight burl eyes appearing, soft feathering drifting through the body like smoke on a still day.
 
But what truly set this pen apart was the decision to include the blue accent ring on the cap. That small detail transforms the piece. It adds a contemporary note against the classical Roman styling — a subtle but confident signature.
 
When the final polish went on, the depth emerged. The wood seemed to glow. The blue detail quietly anchored it.
 
That’s when I knew it had found its identity.
 
Features
Style: Roman Rollerball
Material: Light Amboyna Burl
Finish: Hand-turned and polished to a deep, glass-like gloss
Colour Palette: Honey, sand and champagne tones with natural burl figuring
Accent Detail: Blue accent ring on the cap for distinctive contrast
Trim: Ornate gold-plated Roman-inspired fittings
Refill: Standard rollerball refill for smooth, fluid writing
Balance: Substantial, well-balanced body with confident presence
Uniqueness: One-of-a-kind – natural burl ensures no two are ever identical