Tom Hessin Magnetic Series Poppy Red Ballpoint Pen
Magnetic Heritage – Poppy Red
The Tom Hessin Magnetic Series Poppy Red Ballpoint Pen is inspired by the historic Magnetic Works in Birmingham, where T. Hessin & Co once made pen nibs. Nibs were magnetised there to make them easier to handle, and Bullring market hawkers drew in passers-by by showing the magnetised nibs floating in water and pointing north.
Poppy Red pairs a rich matt red lacquer with elegant matt black trim. Inspired by the vibrant poppy flower, its red and black palette symbolises hope, remembrance and new beginnings. The precision guilloché barrel reinterprets the Hessin legacy diamond, taken from an old stamp found in the family archives.
A smooth twist-action mechanism and black ballpoint refill give a lovely laydown of ink on the page, backed by a two-year mechanical warranty.
Supporting The Royal British Legion
For every Poppy Red product sold on tomhessin.com until 11am on 11 November 2026, Tom Hessin will donate £1 to The Royal British Legion.
Features
- Matt Poppy Red lacquer with matt black trim
- Smooth twist-action ballpoint mechanism
- Precision guilloché barrel with legacy diamond-inspired pattern
- Black clip with engraved five-diamond detail, representing five generations of the Tom Hessin legacy
- Includes black ballpoint refill and pen card
- Presented in a Tom Hessin gift box
- Bespoke laser engraving available for a truly personal gift
- Backed by a two-year mechanical warranty
The Tom Hessin Story
Founded in 1870, Tom Hessin has a rich history of crafting exquisite writing instruments. timeless craftsmanship and modern elegance. Each pen is meticulously designed to evoke the sophistication of a bygone era while meeting the needs of today’s discerning writers.
At Tom Hessin 1870, we believe that every pen tells a story—join us in writing yours.
