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I work hard at making sure my loved ones get just the right gift for Christmas.  Yes, I know it is NOT about the gift, but I love seeing their face when they open up the gift I got them.  It is most exciting to see the joy on my sons face, as it is all still so magical to him. (and now we get to see the magic all over again with our daughter.)  Well, this year, I have a bit of a dilemma.  I was sent an AWESOME  DARTH VADER gel ink pen from Cross. As soon as I was told about it, I knew it was going to be a gift - to me, from me!  It arrived and I was impressed.  (I am a new Star Wars fan, I will admit that, but I know of all the characters from my husband and son!)    I sat it over on the bookshelf, as I was going to use it to address all of my Christmas cards. 

As soon as a certain 6 year old came home and saw it, he was so excited!
"Mom!!!!  Thank you so much, I LOVE my pen!!!"  Except, the pen is STILL not for him!  

The Darth Vader gel pen arrives in a nice box with the Star Wars logo on it too.  

The series features some of the most iconic Star Wars characters, C-3PO, Darth Vader, and Stormtroopers. The Star Wars limited edition collection from the Townsend line is limited to 1977 units per character and features impeccable character details etched into the finish, enhancing its collectability and authenticity (MSRP, $450-$575).  The Click Star Wars Gel Ink Pen Collection symbolizes the dynamic spirit of each character and is the ideal pen for your everyday writing needs (MSRP, $45).  Last but not least, and designed to complement your Star Wars writing instrument, the Star Wars journal collection from the Jot Zone line is the perfect blank slate on which to journal your favorite Star Wars scene (MSRP, $40). Available this Fall, all are designed with CROSS timeless flair to suit the fancy of fans across the Star Wars universe.  The series can be purchased online at www.cross.com and at select retailers. Access the online store locator for more details.

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I tried to get a front and back shot for you to see all of the detail they put on it.
On the front, you have VADER with the Darth Vader mask on the clip.  On the back, you have the Star Wars logo and the cross logo.

I was very pleased with the writing.  The gel pen gives it a nice smooth flow about it.  I did not notice any area's where it skipped or anything like that. (Like I have noticed with other pens.) I am sorry kiddo, but this pen is mamas!!!! Yeah, I had to break the news to him.  It was not a gift for him, but rather a treat for me.  I will share with him from time to time, but this is one I will be holding on to tightly!!! 

If you know a Star Wars fan, you will want to look at the Star Wars Collection at Cross.  They have Darth Vader, C-3P0 and of course, the Storm Trooper.  Head on over to check it out!!!

As if it being Star Wars isn't enough... 
Read this:

First CROSS has partnered with Disney and launched a Star Wars collection in anticipation of the new movie Force Awakens. The CROSS Pens’ Star Wars series features classic characters and is sure to make the perfect gift for any devout family fan!

In addition, and true to the holiday spirit, CROSS teamed up with Fonderie 47 to create the Peerless Fonderie 47 Limited-Edition Fountain Pen. Each Peerless Fonderie 47 Limited-Edition Fountain Pen purchased will fund the destruction of ten AK 47’s in war zone Africa.