The Platinum Curidas is a new retractable fountain pen, in a choice of translucent colours. This allows you to see the mechanism at work as you extend and retract the nib, which is fascinating to watch! The clip is a little further up the barrel, so it will sit higher in the pocket, but this keeps it out of the way of your fingers. Those who don't want a clip can remove it - a little tool is included for removing the clip cleanly. Uses Platinum cartridges; one cartridge included in the gift box.