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Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood Ballpoint Pen – 1987 Limited Wood Edition

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The Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood Ballpoint Pen is a beautifully distinctive example of Waterman’s celebrated Le Man 100 collection, combining French luxury pen craftsmanship with the natural character of genuine wood. Introduced in 1987, the Briarwood edition was one of three special wood versions created for the Le Man 100, alongside the Macassar Wood edition, also introduced in 1987, and Olive Wood, introduced in 1988.

What makes the Briarwood edition particularly desirable is its use of genuine briarwood, rather than a conventional lacquer or stained wood finish. The natural material gives each pen its own individual character, with the richly figured surface displaying organic variations in color, texture, and grain. Specialist references specifically distinguish the Briarwood from Waterman’s later Fontainebleau Green, Blue, and Havana wood finishes, which were stained rather than presented as natural wood.

The burled and complex grain of briarwood creates an especially beautiful visual effect, making each Le Man 100 Briarwood subtly unique. Rather than looking manufactured or uniform, the barrel has the warmth and individuality associated with a natural material. This is an important part of the appeal for collectors: no two pieces of figured wood present exactly the same pattern.

The Briarwood is built around Waterman’s substantial Le Man 100 silhouette, a model originally introduced in 1983 to commemorate Waterman’s centennial. The large, streamlined form was designed to evoke the presence of Waterman’s classic oversized writing instruments while incorporating the refined engineering and styling of a modern luxury pen.

Complementing the warm wood is elegant gold-plated trim, creating a sophisticated contrast between the organic character of the briarwood and the polished metallic accents. The result is understated rather than flashy—a luxury writing instrument that allows the natural beauty of the material to remain the focal point.

This is a twist-action ballpoint pen, offering the convenience of a practical everyday writing instrument while retaining the substantial feel and visual presence of the Le Man 100. The pen accepts a Waterman ballpoint refill, making it both collectible and functional.

The barrel is marked Waterman – Made in France, reflecting its French manufacture. The Briarwood edition is particularly appealing to collectors of Waterman Le Man 100 pens, vintage Waterman writing instruments, limited-edition wood pens, French luxury pens, and collectible ballpoint pens. A specialist Waterman dealer currently describes a Briarwood Le Man 100 ballpoint as a rare model and lists an example at £120, further illustrating the scarcity and collector interest surrounding this unusual wood edition.

With its 1987 introduction, genuine briarwood construction, richly figured natural grain, gold-plated trim, substantial Le Man 100 profile, and French manufacture, the Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood is far more than an ordinary ballpoint pen. It is a beautifully preserved piece of Waterman design history and a wonderful example of the company's exploration of natural materials during the golden era of the Le Man 100.

Key Features:
• Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood Ballpoint Pen
• Introduced: 1987
• One of Waterman’s special Le Man 100 wood editions
• Genuine briarwood construction
• Naturally varied, richly figured and burled wood grain
• Elegant gold-plated trim
• Twist-action ballpoint mechanism
• Accepts Waterman ballpoint refills
• Made in France
• Highly collectible vintage Waterman writing instrument 
Year of Release
1987
Item Weight
30.44 g
Item Diameter
9.2 mm
Item Length
138.4
Packaging
TPOW-Box
Colorway
Wood - Brown Wood Gold

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Specifications
Brand
Waterman
Model
Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood Ballpoint Pen – 1987 Limited Wood Edition
Edition
Limited Edition
Type
Ballpoint Pen
Filling System
Ballpoint Refill
Material
Briarwood
Trim
Gold
Country of Manufacture
France
Item Condition

Condition is graded by our team on a 6-point scale, from As Is to Pristine.

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Marketplace Insights
The Waterman Le Man 100 Briarwood Ballpoint Pen is a rare and distinctive French luxury writing instrument featuring genuine, richly figured briarwood with naturally unique grain and character. Beautifully complemented by gold-plated trim and the substantial Le Man 100 silhouette, this 1987 edition combines the warmth and individuality of natural wood with Waterman’s renowned craftsmanship. A sophisticated collector’s piece, it offers both exceptional visual appeal and the practicality of a classic twist-action ballpoint.
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