In our workshop, our devotion to American craftsmanship is more than just a philosophy; it is our direct promise of enduring quality. Our tradition isn't measured in dusty history books, but in our daily dedication to the craft. We don't just assemble parts; we meticulously labor over the precise balance, the flawless finish, and the tangible, confident feel of an instrument built to last a lifetime.
Today, we are humbled and incredibly proud to announce that this devotion has been recognized on a global stage.
Our Luxury Gold BallPoint Pen from the Fanstik Excelltus Line has been honored with the Silver Award at the 2025 NY Product Design Awards.
This isn't just a trophy for our workshop wall. It is a profound, external validation of the promise we make to you with every single instrument that leaves our hands.
Key takeaways
We won: FANSTIK was awarded the Silver prize in the "Office Supplies & Stationery" category at the 2025 NY Product Design Awards.
The winner: The honored product is our Luxury Gold BallPoint Pen, Excelltus Line, celebrated for its craftsmanship and timeless design.
Why it matters: The NY Product Design Awards is a prestigious body that honors practical, functional, and aesthetic designs that improve daily life.
A core validation: This award affirms our central mission: that our "Made in USA" commitment translates to world-class quality and design.
A legacy tool: This win reinforces our belief that a fine pen is not a disposable object, but a tool of legacy.
Shared excellence: The same award-winning principles of balance, materials, and precision are engineered into all our premium collections.
What this award means to us as craftsmen
The NY Product Design Awards is not just a competition; it's a global celebration of "practical and ingenious creations." It was launched specifically to honor the talented product designers and manufacturers from all over the world whose work makes daily living better through functional and aesthetic excellence.
For us, as hands-on creators, this is the highest form of validation. To have our work recognized by such a discerning panel—alongside the world's most innovative companies—is a profound honor that resonates deep within our workshop.
It confirms that our relentless focus on tangible quality, ergonomic balance, and timeless, functional design is not just an internal philosophy, but a world-class standard. In a market often saturated with fleeting trends, this award is a powerful statement. It tells us that in an age of disposable goods, a commitment to building things that last is more valued than ever. It proves that the principles of true craftsmanship are not only relevant but essential.
A milestone for American craftsmanship
When we say our pens are Made in the USA, it isn't a marketing slogan; it is the absolute pillar of our identity. For us, it is a daily, deliberate choice to honor a living tradition of precision, pride, and engineering. It's a rejection of the idea that quality must be outsourced.
This Silver Award is a powerful testament to that choice.
It serves as definitive proof that true American craftsmanship can and does compete at the highest international level. It's not just about where an item is assembled; it's about a mindset. It stands for a legacy of quality, responsibility, and guarantee that we feel in our hands every day. We truly see this as a shared victory—not just for our team, but for every artisan and every customer who believes in building and owning things of enduring value.
The anatomy of a winner: Our Luxury Gold Ballpoint Pen
Our winning pen, the Luxury Gold Ballpoint Pen, was judged by the NY Product Design Awards for its "exceptional craftsmanship and detail." The award brief specifically celebrates its "timeless design, premium materials, and the art of writing elevated to its finest form."
This is precisely what we set out to achieve in our workshop. We engineered this instrument not just to be looked at, but to be felt. It is designed to be a perfect, weighted extension of the hand. The award recognizes the "precision-crafted" nature of the pen—a quality that comes from our obsession with perfecting every component, from the flawless, silent twist-action mechanism to the meticulous application of real 24k gold plating.
It’s a celebration of premium materials. The satisfying, substantial feel of the full-metal body provides a sense of permanence. The warm, flawless finish of the 24k gold is not just an accent; it's a core component of its design. This is the instrument we designed for the moments that matter. It is a tool for your signature, one that carries the authority and permanence that moment deserves.
This award-winning design is the flagship of our Excelltus Ballpoint Line. Its prized DNA—that perfect synthesis of balance, form, and function—is present in every instrument in the collection, including the sleek, modern Black & Silver and the commanding Azure Luxury.
A tradition of excellence across our collections
This award brings new light to a simple truth we live by in our workshop: the same meticulous devotion is poured into every instrument we craft. The honor belongs to our Gold Ballpoint, but the philosophy behind it is universal to FANSTIK.
The precise balance and engineering that won this award are the same principles we apply to our Luxury Fountain Pens. We believe a writer's journey into the world of fountain pens deserves a permanent, balanced instrument from day one, not a disposable placeholder. We designed these instruments with that same substantial, full-metal-bodied feel, allowing the writer to connect with the craft and achieve true nib mastery.
It’s the same flawless performance and tangible quality you’ll find in our Premium Rollerball collection. We engineered these pens to solve a simple problem: a beautiful, saturated ink line deserves a body that feels just as luxurious. We built them to deliver that "silky smooth flow" with minimal pressure, turning the simple act of writing from a task into a pleasure.
We’ve always believed that a fine pen is a powerful tool for executive presence. This award from the NY Product Design Awards validates that belief entirely.
A shared honor and our promise to you
While this award is a tremendous milestone for our workshop, the true honor is, and always will be, the trust you place in our hands.
A pen is just a beautiful object. It only becomes a tool of legacy when you use it to sign a career-defining contract, write a heartfelt, personal note, or capture a world-changing idea. Your stories are what give our work its ultimate purpose.
This recognition is not an end point. It is fuel. It redoubles our commitment to our craft, to our exacting standards, and to our promise to you. We are profoundly grateful to the NY Product Design Awards for this incredible honor, and we thank you for being the most important part of our story.
We invite you to experience this award-winning quality for yourself. Explore our complete collection of premium writing instruments and feel the tangible difference that our devotion to American craftsmanship makes.
References
The 2025 NY Product Design Awards
The FANSTIK Silver Award Winner Page
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