Graf Von Faber-Castell Pen of the Year 2010 Walnut WoodThe material of the barrel of the pen fully matches up to the claim of exclusivity: precious Caucasian walnut wood. Stored for many years, walnut wood is tough and not particularly elastic yet it does not warp or splinter. It also better withstands compression and flexing forces than oak. In short, it is the ideal wood for the stock of a gun and for very special writing implements. It possesses a beautiful figuring, with fine but marked patterns. The