Pens

In celluloid and sterling silver with platinum-plated 18ct gold nib, £1,755

Izods specialises in collectable writing instruments – both vintage and new 

The app-accompanied Cross TrackR aimed to make losing ballpoints a thing of the past

Tools to pick when putting pen and pencil to paper – or tablet

A dazzling array of artisanal papers and elegant stationery draws aficionados to this intimate, erudite Munich emporium

From perfect pyjamas to expert whisky tasting kits, gorgeous garden tools and immaculate writing implements – something for every father’s taste

£195

The Aerodrome Range of writing instruments is crafted from original Spitfire propellers and sold online

Limited edition clutches, watches and personal luxuries can be found both in store and at the opening of a new dedicated room in Harrods

With palladium nib and palladium-plated trims, £749

In teak, £325

Goods for the Study is an offshoot of New York bookstore McNally Jackson

In lacquer and palladium, £695. Also in other colours

The two limited edition Varius pens bear the hallmarks of Marino’s maverick style

Augmented Paper turns handwritten notes into typed text

In an age of email overload, is it any wonder the art of a handwritten note is being rediscovered, says Jemima Sissons

The rocket-shaped Caran d’Ache Astrograph is ready for liftoff

In silver-plated rhodium, £625