The tip of the 849 fountain pen made of shiny black plastic fits perfectly in the hand. The barrel is made of aluminum and has a hexagonal shape. The clip is made of flexible steel. The nib is made of solid stainless steel and features a new design with a distinctive emblem. The Caran d'Ache isotype is engraved on the button. The cap can be placed back on the top end of the barrel and is painted red.