--- product_id: 5165146 title: "Expert Rollerball Pen, Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim, Fine Point, Black Ink, Luxury Pen in Gift Box, Great Gift for Coworker" brand: "waterman" price: "R3024" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Waterman" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5165146-expert-rollerball-pen-gloss-black-with-23k-gold-trim-fine store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 23k gold trim luxury finish Premium gift box included Fine 0.5mm rollerball tip Expert Rollerball Pen, Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim, Fine Point, Black Ink, Luxury Pen in Gift Box, Great Gift for Coworker **Brand:** waterman **Price:** R3024 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–‹οΈ Elevate your signature with timeless luxury and precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Expert Rollerball Pen, Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim, Fine Point, Black Ink, Luxury Pen in Gift Box, Great Gift for Coworker by waterman - **How much does it cost?** R3024 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5165146-expert-rollerball-pen-gloss-black-with-23k-gold-trim-fine) ## Best For - waterman enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted waterman brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Crafted for Comfort & Style:** Generous silhouette and contoured grip designed for all-day writing ease. - β€’ **The Ultimate Gift of Success:** Presented in a premium Waterman boxβ€”perfect for celebrating milestones and promotions. - β€’ **Precision Writing, Effortlessly:** Fine 0.5mm rollerball nib delivers smooth, fluid ink flow for flawless signatures. - β€’ **Executive Elegance in Every Stroke:** Glossy black lacquer meets gleaming 23k gold trim for unmistakable prestige. - β€’ **French Craftsmanship, Global Appeal:** Meticulously made in France, embodying timeless Parisian sophistication. ## Overview The Waterman Expert Rollerball Pen combines a fine 0.5mm rollerball nib with a sophisticated gloss black lacquer body accented by 23-karat gold trim. Crafted in France, it offers a balanced, comfortable writing experience ideal for professionals. Packaged in an elegant gift box and backed by a 2-year international warranty (extendable to 4 years), it’s the perfect luxury pen for executives seeking style and precision. ## Description Showcase signature Parisian style and elevate your working day with the Waterman Expert Rollerball Pen. Its rich, deep lacquer and fine craftsmanship reveal that beneath your executive persona stirs a creative spirit. Each luxury pen is crafted in France and presented in a premium Waterman gift box. Comes with a 2-year international warranty, which may be extended to 4 years with registration. Review: Exceptional pen! - Wow it is quality! The box it comes in is also very nice, much better than what my pilot e95s and vanishing point fountain pen came in! Unfortunately comes with no ink cartridge, but I had a Schmidt 5888 medium tip which fits perfect with no play when writing and so smooth! I did not think I would be this impressed as I have many high quality pens, but boy do I feel the urge to grab it and use it often, it really is what I would consider a perfect rollerball pen in my opinion and for 80 dollars plus it is such great value. If you are on the fence I would recommend an OHTO CR01 first and if you find yourself wanting something a step above that this pen is completely worth it. Review: The Waterman Expert, a true luxury writing instrument for far less than a Mont Blanc! - This is my first Waterman pen, and as an owner of 3 Mont Blanc pens, the Waterman Expert is by far a better deal for those looking for a real luxury writing instrument for under $100.00! While I mainly write exclusivly with a Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 145 fountain pen, i found that it was somewhat of a bother to carry around an ink bottle, so a few years ago i purchased a Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 164 rollerball pen, which really emulates the personal writing flair of a fountain pen without the need to carry around your ink bottle in case your ink runs out. I was compleatly happy using my Mont Blanc 164 and would never consider buying a new pen, until i had used a collegues Waterman Expert when i had forgotten my Mont Blanc at home on one occasion. The Smoothness of the fine point nib is remarkable. The Expert is a full sized rollerbal pen and the weight and balance of the pen is what gives it that fluid feel while writing. I have written with a few other Waterman pens, and for me the Expert is the perfect pen for my hand! The ink flows rich and precise, exactly the way you would expect when writing with a fountain pen, and even though i am using a fine point nib, if i want to add a bolder thick touch all i need to is add a small amount of pressure and viola you are now writing thicker lines. The main reason i choose the Waterman Expert is because Waterman also offers an extra fine nib that gives their pens an additional measure of precission that Mont Blanc doesn't offer. While you can buy Monteverde or Schmidt extra fine rollerball ink refills, i feel that the Waterman refills are a far better choice for thier pens. I use Monteverde fine point rollerball ink refills for my older Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 163 ballpoint pen and they are perfect, but the Monteverde refills for Waterman pens jiust don't feel as smooth as the Waterman ink tubes do, so i will stick with Waterman extra fine refills for my Waterman Expert. With a price tag around $90.00 you can not go wrong choosing the Waterman Expert if you are looking for a true luxury writing instrument without spending more than $100.00 I know there are many other pen manufactures on the market who offer a similar wrting experience, and for less that the price of the Waterman Expert, but in my opinon, i have not found a pen that matches the comfort along with rich and precise writing like the Expert does, so my investment was well worth it, and when you buy a Waterman pen you are also buying quality, and craftmanshiop that has very few equals! ## Features - Expert Black with golden trim, Fine tip, Black ink, Gift box - Generous silhouette for premium, executive styling and supreme comfort when writing - Sophisticated gloss black lacquered body, gleaming 23-karat golden trim and clip, and broad ring embellished with the brand name - Skilfully constructed rollerball nib unites the tradition of liquid ink with ultimate comfort and convenience - Meticulously crafted in France to enhance your signature style - Presented in a premium dark blue Waterman gift box; ideal for celebrating graduations, promotions and new jobs ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005NJOLK8 | | Additional Features | Refillable | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #42,574 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #128 in Liquid Ink Rollerball Pens | | Body Shape | Rectangular | | Brand | Waterman | | Brand Name | Waterman | | Closure Type | Snap | | Color | Black | 23k Gold Trim | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 629 Reviews | | Drill Point | Fine | | Global Trade Identification Number | 03501170951682 | | Grip Type | Contoured | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Included Components | Fountain pen and gift box | | Ink Base | Water | | Ink Color | Black | | Item Dimensions | 6.89 x 2.75 x 1.57 inches | | Item Type Name | pen | | Item Weight | 30 g | | Line Size | 0.5mm | | Manufacturer | Waterman | | Material | Metal | | Material Type | Metal | | Model Name | WATERMAN Expert ball pen | | Model Number | 3501170951682 | | Pattern | Rollerball Pen | | Recommended Uses For Product | writing on paper | | Style | Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim | | Subject Character | Waterman | | Theme | Luxury writing instruments | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 3 Year International Warranty | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen | | Writing Technique | rollerball | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Waterman - **Color:** Black | 23k Gold Trim - **Ink Color:** Black - **Writing Instrument Form:** Fountain Pen ## Images ![Expert Rollerball Pen, Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim, Fine Point, Black Ink, Luxury Pen in Gift Box, Great Gift for Coworker - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VUYlWA0fL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it spin?** A: I am going to assume you are making a joke, however no, it does not spin. **Q: How does the pen fit in a dress shirt pocket?** A: My husband is a Certified Public Accountant and carries his pen with him in his dress shirt all the time. He has never complained about the way the pen fits into his pocket. In fact, he's might attached to that pen! **Q: can this pen be engraved ?** A: Yes, it can be. Extra cost of $25 for up top 22 characters on one line. The engraving is done on the pen cap. If interested I will need to off a special price so it complies with Amazon rules. **Q: Does this pen (WATERMAN Expert Rollerball Pen, Fine Point, Matte Black with Chrome Trim) come in a waterman box as other advertised waterman pens do?** A: My pen arrived in the standard blue Waterman hard case / box. It also had a cardboard sleeve around the box to help keep it protected. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional pen! *by J***D on July 28, 2026* Wow it is quality! The box it comes in is also very nice, much better than what my pilot e95s and vanishing point fountain pen came in! Unfortunately comes with no ink cartridge, but I had a Schmidt 5888 medium tip which fits perfect with no play when writing and so smooth! I did not think I would be this impressed as I have many high quality pens, but boy do I feel the urge to grab it and use it often, it really is what I would consider a perfect rollerball pen in my opinion and for 80 dollars plus it is such great value. If you are on the fence I would recommend an OHTO CR01 first and if you find yourself wanting something a step above that this pen is completely worth it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Waterman Expert, a true luxury writing instrument for far less than a Mont Blanc! *by T***N on September 18, 2015* This is my first Waterman pen, and as an owner of 3 Mont Blanc pens, the Waterman Expert is by far a better deal for those looking for a real luxury writing instrument for under $100.00! While I mainly write exclusivly with a Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 145 fountain pen, i found that it was somewhat of a bother to carry around an ink bottle, so a few years ago i purchased a Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 164 rollerball pen, which really emulates the personal writing flair of a fountain pen without the need to carry around your ink bottle in case your ink runs out. I was compleatly happy using my Mont Blanc 164 and would never consider buying a new pen, until i had used a collegues Waterman Expert when i had forgotten my Mont Blanc at home on one occasion. The Smoothness of the fine point nib is remarkable. The Expert is a full sized rollerbal pen and the weight and balance of the pen is what gives it that fluid feel while writing. I have written with a few other Waterman pens, and for me the Expert is the perfect pen for my hand! The ink flows rich and precise, exactly the way you would expect when writing with a fountain pen, and even though i am using a fine point nib, if i want to add a bolder thick touch all i need to is add a small amount of pressure and viola you are now writing thicker lines. The main reason i choose the Waterman Expert is because Waterman also offers an extra fine nib that gives their pens an additional measure of precission that Mont Blanc doesn't offer. While you can buy Monteverde or Schmidt extra fine rollerball ink refills, i feel that the Waterman refills are a far better choice for thier pens. I use Monteverde fine point rollerball ink refills for my older Mont Blanc Meisterstruck 163 ballpoint pen and they are perfect, but the Monteverde refills for Waterman pens jiust don't feel as smooth as the Waterman ink tubes do, so i will stick with Waterman extra fine refills for my Waterman Expert. With a price tag around $90.00 you can not go wrong choosing the Waterman Expert if you are looking for a true luxury writing instrument without spending more than $100.00 I know there are many other pen manufactures on the market who offer a similar wrting experience, and for less that the price of the Waterman Expert, but in my opinon, i have not found a pen that matches the comfort along with rich and precise writing like the Expert does, so my investment was well worth it, and when you buy a Waterman pen you are also buying quality, and craftmanshiop that has very few equals! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All you wanted to know about the Expert pen ... *by K***R on August 22, 2014* I've had probably a dozen of these Expert black with gold trim rollerball pens over 20 years, typically buying 2-3 at a time since I seem to lose one every year or two. Mont Blancs just seem too old-fashioned and snobby to me. I first saw a doctor writing with an Expert 2o years ago, and it looked so handsome I knew this would be my signature pen forever. "Handsome" is the right word since this pen is "masculine" in size. It's 5 1/2" long closed, 6" long opened, and 1/2" in diameter, so it's not for tiny hands or those who like light pens. For those, the Waterman slimmer "Perspective" or "Exception" or "Hemisphere" collections may be more appropriate. It operates like a fountain pen - you pull off the cap (top part in picture) and click it down onto the base (bottom part in picture) to write. You unscrew the two bottom parts to put in a refill. Expert: "Expert" is one of ten 10 Waterman pen collections. "Charleston" is the next closest in style if you want to compare an alternative. There are 3 generations of Experts. The 1st generation ("Expert I") in the '90s had a plastic barrel and a "W" on the gold top insert. The 2nd generation (Expert II 2002-2011) went with a brass barrel (much better) - you'll know it's brass if you get a good scratch on it - and no "W". The 3rd generation (2012+) only made a small change to the middle gold ring, which is how you can tell the 3rd generation from the 2nd. The 2nd generation middle had two thin gold rings embracing a larger black section with "Waterman Paris" in gold on it. The 3rd generation upper gold ring is thicker than the bottom one, and the "Waterman Paris" is embossed on that gold ring instead of the black barrel in the middle of the rings. So the picture shown is the current generation. You'll see "Expert II" and "Expert III" in descriptions, but "Expert II" is often used for the current generation also, so go by the look of the middle barrel rings. Color: The "GT" and "CT" in the descriptions mean "Gold Trim" or "Chrome Trim" respectively, i.e., the clip, top end, and rings around the barrel. So you can get the exact style above with Chrome trim instead of Gold if you prefer. But if you want a barrel color other than black, you have to go with one of the Stainless Steel or Chrome Trim variations. Rollerball: Like most all their collections, the Expert comes in fountain, ballpoint or rollerball versions. I like the convenience of rollerball vs. fountain and the feel of rollerball vs. ballpoint, so rollerball is my pick. Rollerballs use liquid ink that almost "wicks" out onto the paper, while ballpoints use a different "waxy" ink that you have to "push" out. This is why: 1) rollerballs feel smoother writing; 2) rollerballs often have a cap to prevent the tip from drying out; 3) rollerball refills come with a little wax seal on their tip you have to knock off. Ink: Waterman rollerball refills come in Fine or Medium and Black or Blue. My most recent ones came with Fine black ink. "Fine" is usually too scratchy and thin for me, but these write almost like a Medium ... very similar to Pilot G2 pens. Speaking of that, you can pay $7 for Waterman refills, or just buy Pilot G2 rollerball pens for $1 and pull out their refills like I do ... they fit perfectly and I can tell no difference in writing quality. Plus you can then get the G2 ink in any color you want, not just black or blue. Or you can look up Monteverde or Schmidt refills for a few bucks less that are what Waterman and others rebrand. 4 1/4 - 4 3/8 long refills. Uniquely, Schmidt has a Broad point version in addition to Fine and Medium. Pencil: There is no matching pencil or rollerball-pen-and-pencil set for the Expert in this style. There is a ballpoint-pen-and-pencil Expert set, but the ballpoint version is less stylish as it doesn't have the gold rings and undulations towards the tip. So if you want a matching set, you have to go with the ballpoint for the pen. If you're ok with a somewhat-matching pencil, you can find the ballpoint-style version online searching under "Waterman S0951720". I don't think Waterman sells even these separately ... I think vendors just break up the ballpoint-pen-and-pencil sets. Personalization: You can buy these from a seller who also personalizes them. "Personalization" can be: 1) a gold imprint on the side (like your signature maybe); 2) an engraved emblem or monogram on the gold clip or the gold top. Not cheap ... probably another $100. Warranty: I can find no difference between the non-US/Canada "International" warranty and the US/Canada "Limited" warranty. Both are 3 year repair-or-replace for defects. You pay to send it in, they pay to send it back. If you register your pen at waterman.com you get an extra 2 years. The dealer "proof of purchase certification stamp" on the warranty paper is a kind of "snobby" thing they stamp on it if you buy it from a fancy pen store. You probably won't get a stamp on your warranty slip if you buy online anyway, but you don't need it - all you need is your purchase receipt for warranty issues. Oddly, repairs are handled in the US/Canada by Newell Rubbermaid (yep, that Rubbermaid). Problems: They're not perfect. I've found 3 things can happen over the years: 1) the oval gold piece on top can come off (just super-glue it back on); 2) if the barrel gets scratched, the scratch will show the brass underneath (appropriately not a warranty issue); 3) the middle ring can come off (tape off the barrel so you don't get glue on it and glue it back on with the very t-i-n-i-e-s-t bit of non-superglue). But I still love 'em. ## Frequently Bought Together - Waterman Expert Rollerball Pen, Gloss Black with 23k Gold Trim, Fine Point, Black Ink, Luxury Pen in Gift Box, Great Gift for Coworker - Waterman(R) Refill, Rollerball, Fine Point, 0.5 mm, Black (2-Pack) - Waterman Rollerball Refill for Rollerball Pens, Fine point, Blue ink (540961) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5165146-expert-rollerball-pen-gloss-black-with-23k-gold-trim-fine](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5165146-expert-rollerball-pen-gloss-black-with-23k-gold-trim-fine) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-05*