"Micarta", a resin material, made essentially from Cotton/linen, has a high durability, a comfortable fit and feel in one's hand, and excellent practical utility. The feel is similar to leather, and the slow change of color can be enjoyed as time passes.
The 1911 Micarta was developed because of the good (eel and excellent qualities of the unique "Micarta" material. The Micarta fountain pen combines all the requirements for a well-balanced pen such as "diameter", "length". and "weight" thus maximizing writing quality and pleasure...