Custom engraving included: Up to 20 characters are permanently engraved in tone-on-tone gold on the barrel, creating a named or monogrammed pen for retirement, board recognition, or executive promotion gifts 23K gold construction: The Classic Century 23K Gold features a rolled gold barrel with 23K gold-plated trim; the lengthwise ribbing along the barrel is a design element Cross has maintained since introducing the Classic Century in 1946 Slim barrel and weight: The Classic Century 23K Gold measures 5.23 inches long and weighs 0.5 oz; the slender barrel fits standard shirt pockets and pen cases; the lengthwise ribbing adds grip texture Twist-action mechanism and ink: The twist-action barrel extends and retracts the medium point; pen ships pre-loaded with Cross medium point black ink compatible with standard Cross Classic Century ballpoint replacement refills Gift-ready packaging: Arrives in an official Cross gift box for direct gifting; at this price tier, the Classic Century 23K Gold is suited for a retiring executive, attorney, board member, doctor, or corporate award honoree The Cross Classic Century Ballpoint Pen in 23K gold features a slender barrel with a 23K gold finish and gold-plated trim. The barrel includes lengthwise ribbing along its length — a design detail Cross has maintained since introducing the Classic Century in 1946. At 5.23 inches long and 0.5 oz, the pen fits a standard shirt pocket. The twist-action mechanism extends and retracts the medium ballpoint tip. The pen ships pre-loaded with Cross medium point black ink, compatible with standard Cross Classic Century ballpoint replacement refills, available through most office supply retailers. Up to 20 characters of engraving are permanently applied in tone-on-tone gold on the barrel, making this a named pen for a retirement, board appointment, executive promotion, attorney recognition, or corporate award. The pen arrives in an official Cross gift box, ready for direct gifting.