Montblanc is dedicating a special edition of its iconic Meisterstück to an icon of culture: director,
producer, professor and writer Shelton Jackson “Spike” Lee. Inspired by the American filmmaker’s
signature style the limited edition writing instrument celebrates his original journey from his native
Brooklyn, New York to becoming an award-winning filmmaker and master storyteller.
First introduced in 1924, the Meisterstück 146 fountain pen has become a symbol of Montblanc’s timeless
writing culture heritage. Limited to just 500 pieces worldwide, the new Meisterstück Spike Lee Special
Edition in precious black resin with ruthenium-coated fittings, is decorated with Spike Lee’s distinctive
eyes and glasses in vibrant purple, the director’s favourite colour. The handcrafted Au585 / 14K gold nib
is etched with Lee’s signature. The special edition set includes the Meisterstück fountain pen, a leather
notebook with the purple eye design as well as a special purple ink presented in a glass bottle.
“Not only is Spike Lee an exceptional storyteller and artist, writing by hand is at the very core of his own
creative process. He pens all his work by hand because he genuinely believes in the power of handwriting.
It’s this shared belief with Montblanc that makes this writing instrument so incredibly special,” says
Nicolas Baretzki, Montblanc CEO.
Creator of more than 35 movies including BlacKkKlansman and Malcolm X, Spike Lee’s story is told in
Montblanc’s What Moves You, Makes You brand campaign that articulates the idea that following what
moves us, leads us to a place of fulfilment, purpose and success. The narrative focuses on Lee’s career as
a storyteller. As we hear him writing the script, we see flashbacks of what inspired his burning passion for
writing and filmmaking: the city of Brooklyn, the people of Brooklyn, his family, films, and personal
experiences. His story inspires others to pursue what they’re passionate about by highlighting the
incredible legacy of someone who followed their passion from an early age.
“Well, I like to write. Pen to paper. I don’t type. The way my brain work, this doesn’t work. It blocks the
flow.” – Spike Lee
Montblanc Meisterstück Spike Lee Special Edition is available from mid-July 2021. For more
information, visit www.montblanc.com
