I've been wanting this for a long time. Finding occasion to spend $85 on a pen was never going to happen... my daughter thought it would make a good gift. Boy was she right. This is my very favorite pen now, and best I've ever owned - largely of course because I can choose the refill I love, and use the barrel of a higher quality writing instrument. A word of caution however - it is and feels like raw metal. You are getting a very rugged, visceral writing instrument, which I happen to love, but it may not be for everyone. A small observation with regard to durability - the elastic O rings situated in grooves on both ends to ease the chatter of the threaded cap and provide a good seal when the pen is closed - seem like they could possibly wear out with frequent use, or perhaps even just with time. I hope I can order more, or find a suitable substitute when the time comes. As for the rest of the pen... I bet it'll last the rest of my life. I love it.