France

S.T. Dupont

Founded in 1872 by Simon Tissot-Dupont in Paris, S.T. Dupont is the epitome of French luxury craftsmanship. Originally creating luxury travel trunks for Napoleon III, the maison expanded into lighters, leather goods, and fine writing instruments. Each S.T. Dupont pen is handcrafted with meticulous lacquer work, requiring up to 60 coats of Chinese lacquer applied and polished by hand. The brand's limited editions, often inspired by art, literature, and history, are highly sought after by collectors worldwide.