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Cross Pens Singapore: The Complete Brand Guide (2026)

Cross Classic Century pens Singapore — complete pen range at Cityluxe authorised retailer
Complete Brand Guide · 2026 Cross Pens Singapore From the Bailey to the Townsend — history, the arrow clip, corporate gifting, UV printing and the right Cross pen for every occasion. Singapore's complete Cross guide by Cityluxe.

Quick Verdict — Which Cross for You?

Everyday & Entry Gift
Bailey Black Lacquer Coventry Range
From SGD 62
The most popular Cross in Singapore. Lacquer barrel, smooth ballpoint, engraveable. Strong value at any budget tier.
Executive & Milestone
Century II Black Lacquer
From SGD 180
The heritage flagship. Wider profile, gold-tone accents, fountain pen with 18k nib available. The benchmark corporate milestone pen.
Prestige & Collector
Townsend Black Lacquer FP
From SGD 377
Named after Cross's co-founder. 18k rhodium-plated nib, heavy resin barrel. The pen to give at a partnership signing or a 20-year award.
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Overview

The Pen That Signs History

Cross is America's oldest pen manufacturer — founded in 1846 in Providence, Rhode Island, by Richard Cross and Alonzo Townsend Cross. For 178 years, the company has occupied a singular position: the pen you reach for when the moment matters. Lyndon B. Johnson used a Cross pen to sign the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Richard Nixon signed the SALT arms limitation treaty with Cross. US astronauts have carried Cross pens. For a brand that began making gold and silver pen casings in a Rhode Island workshop, the distance to the Oval Office is a remarkable arc. In Singapore, Cross fills a specific and important gifting role: it is the brand corporate buyers know by name and trust by reputation, at price points that work from an SGD 60 Bailey for a team gift to an SGD 680 Townsend for a partnership ceremony. The name on the clip is enough. Cityluxe is Singapore's authorised Cross retailer, carrying the full range from Bailey Light to Townsend, with in-house laser engraving and UV printing for corporate personalisation.
Since 1846

178 Years of the Arrow Clip

The Cross story begins not in a pen factory but in a metalworking shop. Richard Cross's craft was gold and silver work — precise, decorative, durable. When he and his son-in-law Alonzo Townsend Cross turned their attention to writing instruments, they brought the same precision that defined fine jewellery. The pens they made were instruments of occasion: presented at signings, graduations, appointments, and milestones.
1846
A.T. Cross Company founded
Cross Company founding 1846 — Providence Rhode Island
Cross · founded 1846

Richard Cross and Alonzo Townsend Cross found the A.T. Cross Company in Providence, Rhode Island. The workshop crafts elaborate gold and silver pencil casings — instruments of occasion, not of convenience.

1879
The first stylus patent
Alonzo Townsend Cross — co-founder 1879 patent era
Cross · engineering heritage

Cross files its first stylus pen patent — an early precursor to the modern ballpoint mechanism. The company's engineering ambition is established alongside its craft reputation.

1916
Walter Boss takes the helm
Cross Company 1916 — Walter Boss family leadership era
Cross · a new era

Walter Boss, a respected company veteran, becomes the first of several Boss family members to lead Cross. Their stewardship carries the company through the 20th century and into the 21st.

1930s
The Arrow Clip
Cross Coventry showing the arrow clip — Cityluxe Singapore
Cross · the Arrow Clip

The Arrow Clip is introduced. Inspired by Art Deco streamlining, the tapered double-pointed clip defines the Cross silhouette. It has appeared on every Cross pen made since, essentially unchanged for nearly a century.

1946
The centennial collection
Cross Century Pencil 1946 centennial — presidential signing ceremony
Cross · centennial 1946

To mark the company's centennial, Cross launches the Century Pencil in gold and silver finishes. The slim, tapered form becomes the defining Cross silhouette — the blueprint for the Century II and every prestige Cross pen that follows.

1964
President Johnson's pen

President Lyndon B. Johnson uses a Cross pen to sign the Civil Rights Act. Cross becomes synonymous with moments that matter. More presidential signings follow across subsequent administrations — Nixon, Carter, Reagan, Clinton.

1993
The Townsend launches
Cross Townsend 1993 — Pen of Presidents at White House signing ceremonies
Cross Townsend

The Townsend — named after co-founder Alonzo Townsend Cross — is adopted by both US parties for White House signing ceremonies, earning the title "The Pen of Presidents." The Century II is simultaneously chosen for official use.

Today
Across 140 countries
Cross pens today — authorised Cross retailer in Singapore, Cityluxe
Cross · today

Cross distributes across 140 countries. In Singapore, Cityluxe is the authorised Cross retailer — from the Bailey Light at SGD 50 to the Townsend at SGD 680 — with in-house laser engraving and UV printing at 601 Sims Drive.

What Makes a Cross

The Arrow Clip and the American Silhouette

Cross pens are defined by three design principles that have held consistent for nearly a century: the arrow clip, the slim American profile, and the Selectip refill system.
Cross Century II Black Lacquer Ballpoint Pen — the arrow clip detail at Cityluxe Singapore
Three Defining Features
  • The arrow clip: Tapers to a point at both ends. Grips a shirt or jacket pocket securely. Has defined Cross's visual identity since the 1930s and appears on every Cross pen regardless of series.
  • The American silhouette: Cross pens tend toward slim, elongated proportions — different from the rounded European barrel. The Century family is the archetype: smooth, tapered, never overwrought.
  • The Selectip system: Cross rollerballs use a proprietary Selectip mechanism that accepts multiple tip formats — porous point, gel, or standard rollerball — from a single pen body. This flexibility is unique to Cross and gives their rollerball buyers genuine versatility.
  • The C1 slim ballpoint: Cross ballpoints use their own C1 slim cartridge format — not the standard G2. The Monteverde C13 Soft Roll is the compatible alternative available at Cityluxe at roughly half the price of the OEM refill.
Entry to Mid-Range

The Bailey Family — SGD 50 to SGD 165

The Bailey is the most accessible and most purchased Cross pen in Singapore. It carries the full Cross design language — the arrow clip, the lacquer or resin barrel, the slim profile — at a price that works for team gifts, graduation presents, and personal daily use. The Bailey family spans three distinct tiers.

Bailey Light — SGD 50–76

The entry point. Lightweight resin barrel in solid and translucent finishes — Clear, Green, Navy Blue, and Pink Sapphire. The translucent versions have a fresh, contemporary appeal that appeals to younger buyers and those who want something less formal than classic black lacquer. Fountain pen version available in Extra Fine nib.
Cross Bailey Light Translucent Clear Resin Ballpoint
Bailey Light — Clear
From SGD 59.90
Cross Bailey Light Gray Fountain Pen
Bailey FP — Light Gray
From SGD 61.85
Cross Bailey Matte Black Fountain Pen
Bailey FP — Matte Black
From SGD 161.80
Classic Century Brushed Chrome Rollerball
Classic Century Chrome RB
SGD 157.90
Cross Bailey Rollerball Medalist at Cityluxe Singapore
Most Popular — Bailey Lacquer

Bailey Standard — SGD 62–165

The Bailey in lacquer finishes — Black, Blue, Red, Matte Black, Matte Gray, Medalist — is Cityluxe's highest-volume Cross seller. Deep lacquer over a brass barrel, chrome or gold-tone trim, the arrow clip. The Black Lacquer is the universally safe corporate choice; the Medalist (chrome and gold two-tone) reads as more traditional and executive. Browse Bailey Range →
Everyday Professional

Coventry — The Everyday Professional, SGD 58–86

The Coventry sits between the Bailey and the Century II — a step up in profile weight and presence from the Bailey, at a price point that makes it accessible for everyday professional gifting. It shares the Cross arrow clip and lacquer-over-brass construction with the rest of the range, but the Coventry has a wider grip section and a slightly heavier feel in hand — a pen that means business without demanding a premium budget. The Coventry is one of the most requested Cross models at Cityluxe and is available in ballpoint and rollerball across a strong colour range: Black Lacquer (with Chrome or Gold-Tone trim), Blue Lacquer, Gunmetal Gray, Matte Black, Pearl White, Satin Metallic Green, and more. Annual Zodiac special editions also appear in the Coventry line — the Year of the Snake in Pearl White was a notable 2025 release.
Cross Coventry Rollerball Black Lacquer Gold Tone — SGD 79.90 at Cityluxe Singapore
Coventry RB — Black Lacquer / Gold
SGD 79.90
Cross Coventry Rollerball Black Lacquer Chrome — SGD 69.65 at Cityluxe Singapore
Coventry RB — Black Lacquer / Chrome
SGD 69.65
Cross Coventry Ballpoint Black Lacquer Gold — SGD 68.60 at Cityluxe Singapore
Coventry BP — Black Lacquer / Gold
SGD 68.60
More Coventry colours: Blue Lacquer (SGD 58.20) · Gunmetal Gray (SGD 68.60) · Pearl White (SGD 72.90) · Satin Metallic Green (SGD 72.90) · Chrome with Gold RB (SGD 85.90)
Modern Premium

ATX — Industrial Design, SGD 112–301

The ATX (short for A.T. Cross) is a departure from the classic Cross silhouette. Where the Century is rounded and tapered, the ATX has a hexagonal barrel cross-section — the grip section is subtly faceted, giving the pen a more architectural, contemporary feel. The cap and barrel meet in a clean perpendicular line rather than a taper. It is Cross for buyers who find the Century traditional and want something that reads as more modern on a desk.
Cross ATX Brushed Chrome Rollerball — modern design at Cityluxe Singapore
ATX Brushed Chrome RB
SGD 240.75
Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen 18k nib at Cityluxe Singapore
Townsend Black Lacquer FP
SGD 679.50
Cross ATX Brushed Black Fountain Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
ATX Brushed Black FP
SGD 277.65
ATX is available in Brushed Chrome (SGD 168–301), Brushed Black (SGD 278), Brushed Rose Gold (SGD 301), and Matte Chrome (SGD 112). The Pure Chrome ATX Fountain Pen (SGD 169) is particularly popular as a solo executive gift — clean, architectural, unmistakably Cross.
Heritage Flagship

Century II — The Corporate Standard, SGD 180–731

The Century II is the pen corporate Singapore reaches for by default. Launched as an evolution of the 1946 Century, it has a wider, heavier barrel than its predecessor — more presence in the hand, more authority on a desk. The black lacquer over brass catches light with a depth that resin cannot replicate. The gold-plated trim anchors it in the classic executive tradition. For milestone gifting — promotions, retirements, 10-year and 20-year long service awards — the Century II is the benchmark. It engraves beautifully: the lacquer reveals gold beneath when laser engraved (black barrel, gold text), and the metal barrel versions produce a crisp, dark charcoal mark. Both read as premium.
Cross Century II Black Lacquer Ballpoint Pen — corporate milestone gift Singapore
Most Gifted — Century II Black Lacquer

Century II Black Lacquer

Also available: Gunmetal Gray · Pearlescent White · Translucent Blue · Translucent Plum · 14k Rose Gold FP (SGD 731) Shop Century II →
Prestige Tier

Townsend — Named After the Co-Founder, SGD 277–680

The Townsend is named after Alonzo Townsend Cross, who co-founded the company with Richard Cross in 1846. It is the pen Cross makes when the occasion demands the best they have. The barrel is heavier, the proportions are fuller, the materials are richer — Black PVD micro-knurl, Black Lacquer with rhodium-plated 18k nib. Writing with a Townsend Fountain Pen is a different experience from any other Cross: the 18k nib has the softness and responsiveness that only gold achieves.
Cross Townsend Black Lacquer Fountain Pen 18k rhodium nib — SGD 679.50 at Cityluxe Singapore
Townsend Black Lacquer FP — 18k Nib
SGD 679.50
Cross Townsend Black PVD Rollerball — SGD 326 at Cityluxe Singapore
Townsend Black PVD Rollerball
SGD 326.00
Townsend — Who It Is For

The Townsend is the right Cross for a partnership signing ceremony, a founding director's retirement, a 25-year long service award, or any moment where the pen is as much a statement as the occasion itself. At SGD 377–680, it is a considered gift — not a volume gift. If you are ordering one or two for a specific person, this is where to look.

Multifunction

Tech3+ — Three Functions in One Pen, SGD 110–227

The Tech3+ is Cross's standout product for engineering, architecture, and design teams. A single twist cycles between three writing modes: black ballpoint, red ballpoint, and mechanical pencil (0.5mm). The mechanism is smooth, the barrel retains the Cross arrow clip and profile, and the result is a pen that handles meeting annotations, corrections, and technical sketching without ever needing to reach for a second instrument. For corporate gifting to technical teams — engineers, architects, project managers — the Tech3+ is a more thoughtful choice than a standard ballpoint. It acknowledges how those recipients actually work. Available in Metallic Blue (SGD 122, the NOAH order), Lustrous Chrome (SGD 110), Translucent Red (SGD 135), Frosty Steel Lacquer (SGD 153), Brushed Chrome PVD (SGD 153), and Platinum Plated (SGD 227).
Cross Tech3+ Metallic Blue Multifunction Pen — NOAH UV print at Cityluxe Singapore
Tech3+ Metallic Blue
SGD 122.25
Cross Tech3+ Lustrous Chrome Multifunction Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
Tech3+ Lustrous Chrome
SGD 110.05
Cross Tech3+ Platinum Plated Multifunction Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
Tech3+ Platinum Plated
SGD 227.20
Limited & Collector

Special Editions

Cross releases limited editions annually — collaborations, celebration series, and cultural collections that sit alongside the core range.
Cross Click Star Wars C-3PO Rollerball Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
Click — Star Wars C-3PO
SGD 82.60
Cross Click Star Wars R2D2 Rollerball Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
Click — Star Wars R2-D2
SGD 82.60
Also: Bailey Year of the Dragon — Pearlescent White BP (SGD 163.50) · Botanica Magnolia FP (SGD 215)
Technical

The Cross Refill System

Cross uses two distinct proprietary formats for their writing instruments. Understanding which your pen uses prevents the most common post-purchase frustration.
Format Pen Types Options Compatible Alternative
C1 Slim Ballpoint All Cross ballpoints (Bailey, Century, ATX, Townsend, Tech3+) Cross refill (SGD 17.20) — Black/Blue/Red, Fine/Medium Monteverde C13 Soft Roll (SGD 10.50) — smoother, lower cost
Selectip Rollerball All Cross rollerballs (Century, ATX, Townsend, Bailey RB) Selectip Porous Point (SGD 10.20) · Selectip Gel (SGD 17.15) · Selectip Jumbo BP (SGD 13.20) Selectip is proprietary — no direct alternative
Cross Fountain Pen Bailey FP, Century II FP, Townsend FP Cross cartridges · Cross Ink Bottle 2oz (SGD 34.70) in Black/Blue/Blue-Black/Red Standard international short cartridges fit most Cross FPs
The Selectip Advantage

The Selectip system is genuinely useful. A single Cross rollerball body accepts Selectip Porous Point (fine liquid ink), Selectip Gel (smoother, darker), or Selectip Jumbo Ballpoint (oil-based, skip-proof). Same pen, different writing experiences — swap the tip in seconds.

Local Knowledge

Cross Pens in Singapore

Cross Century II Gunmetal Gray Fountain Pen at Cityluxe Singapore
Climate & Care

Singapore Considerations

  • Lacquer in humidity: Cross's lacquer finishes are robust and well-sealed. Singapore's humidity does not affect lacquered Cross pens under normal use. Store in a pen pouch or case rather than leaving on a desk in direct air-conditioning for extended periods.
  • The C1 refill in heat: Standard Cross ballpoint refills are oil-based and unaffected by Singapore's temperature. The Selectip Gel option may occasionally skip if the pen has been sitting unused for weeks in a hot drawer — write a few strokes on scrap paper to prime it.
  • Coventry: We carry the full Cross Coventry range — ballpoints from SGD 58, rollerballs from SGD 70, across Black Lacquer, Gunmetal Gray, Pearl White, Green and more. It is one of the most regularly requested Cross models at Cityluxe. See the full Coventry range →
  • Corporate gifting volume: The most common Cross corporate order in Singapore is 20–100 units of Bailey ballpoint with individual name engraving. We handle these weekly. No minimum order. Contact the corporate team for bulk pricing.
Personalisation

Laser Engraving vs UV Printing — When to Choose Which

Most corporate buyers default to laser engraving for personalised pens. It is permanent, clean, and produces a strong contrast mark. But there is one situation where laser engraving cannot deliver what a client needs — and that is when the specification calls for a specific colour that is not the barrel's underlying material.
Our In-House Engraving at the Sims Drive WorkRoom
Real macro close-up of premium pen barrels precisely laser-engraved with corporate logos and custom text at the Cityluxe WorkRoom, 601 Sims Drive Singapore

Every engraving job is executed in-house at 601 Sims Drive — not outsourced. Each piece is inspected before collection or dispatch. This is what proves we are a local workshop, not a drop-shipper.

Scripts Supported
  • English — block, serif, Roman
  • Script and cursive styles
  • Chinese Hanzi / Traditional & Simplified
  • Korean Hangul
  • Japanese Kanji
  • Corporate logos (vector artwork)
How to Order
  • Individual: add engraving at checkout when ordering online
  • Corporate / bulk: email your logo and brief to cityluxe.sg@gmail.com — any font from your brand guidelines
Laser engraving removes surface material to reveal what is underneath. On a black lacquer pen, that reveals gold or brass. On chrome or steel, it produces a dark charcoal mark. The colour of the engraving is determined entirely by the barrel material — not by what the client wants. If a company logo requires white, or a corporate Pantone that is not gold or silver, laser engraving cannot achieve it.

From the WorkRoom — The NOAH Engineers' Gift

"A manager came to us with a specific brief: 50 Cross Tech3+ Metallic Blue multifunction pens for their engineering team. Simple enough — but the brief had a specific requirement. They wanted white text. White logo, white name. To match the company's Pantone."

Laser engraving on the Metallic Blue Tech3+ would reveal the barrel's underlying material — not white. The only way to achieve true white text on a coloured pen is UV printing: CMYK ink deposited directly onto the surface, cured instantly with ultraviolet light. The ink sits proud of the surface, you can feel it, and the colours are vivid even on dark or metallic barrels.

We UV printed the NOAH logo on one side of each pen and the engineer's individual name on the other — both in white, matching the company's Pantone exactly. The manager signed off on a digital proof before production. Each pen was verified before delivery.

Cross Tech3+ both sides — NOAH logo one side, engineer name other side — UV print at Cityluxe

Both sides: logo left, individual name right

Cross Tech3+ — UV printed Chinese name in white at Cityluxe Singapore

Chinese name variant — UV printing supports any character set

Method Best For Colour Output Permanence
Laser Engraving Names, dates, monograms, simple logos on metal or lacquer Determined by barrel material (gold on black lacquer, charcoal on steel) Permanent — physically removes material
UV Printing Full-colour logos, Pantone-specific colours, white on dark barrels, Chinese/Korean characters Any CMYK colour — vivid, accurate to spec Durable — UV-cured ink on surface
Christine Joy — Cityluxe Stationery Specialist

Christine Joy

Stationery Specialist · Cityluxe WorkRoom

The NOAH order is one of my favourite examples of why it matters to understand both methods before recommending one. The client came in asking for engraving. If we had simply engraved, the result would have been technically correct but wrong — the wrong colour. Taking five minutes to understand the actual specification led to a completely different and much better outcome. If you have a corporate brief with specific colour requirements, bring it to the WorkRoom and we will tell you which method is right before you commit.

For Business Ordering for a team, event, or VIP clients? Custom branded pen and notebook gifting with in-house laser engraving at Cityluxe Singapore — contact us for a corporate quote

Cross Pens for Corporate Gifting Singapore

Cross occupies the most important tier in Singapore's corporate gifting market: recognisable enough that recipients understand the value immediately, varied enough to span every budget from SGD 60 to SGD 680, and available with fast in-house personalisation.
Occasion Recommended Model Price Personalisation
Team gift / client appreciation Bailey Black Lacquer Ballpoint SGD 93.90 Laser engraving (gold reveal)
5-year service recognition Bailey Matte Black Ballpoint SGD 124.75 Laser (subtle tonal mark)
Technical team / engineers Tech3+ Metallic Blue SGD 122.25 UV printing — any colour
10-year long service award Century II Black Lacquer BP SGD 180.35 Laser engraving (gold reveal)
Executive / Director gift Century II Black Lacquer FP from SGD 245 Laser engraving
20-year award / partnership signing Townsend Black Lacquer FP SGD 679.50 Laser engraving
C-suite / board farewell Century II 14k Rose Gold FP SGD 731.50 Engraving on request
Corporate notebook pairing

Pairing a personalised Cross pen with a custom-embossed Leuchtturm1917 notebook creates a complete executive gift set that most competitors cannot match. As an authorised Leuchtturm1917 retailer in Singapore, Cityluxe handles both in-house — one order, one lead time. See the Corporate Bulk Notebooks page for notebook options and embossing details.

Corporate Gifting

Perfect Corporate Pairings

A pen alone is a gift. A pen paired with a custom notebook is a complete writing ritual — and the combination that corporate buyers keep returning to. Both can be laser-engraved with your company logo at our Sims Drive WorkRoom.

The Boardroom Milestone Set
SGD 180.35 — the standard award pen for senior milestones.
Pair with →
SGD 47.00 — 80gsm fountain-pen-friendly paper, debossable cover.
Combined: SGD 227.35 per set
The Client Welcome Set
SGD 110.65 — recognisable Cross silhouette at a sharper price point.
Pair with →
SGD 47.00 — professional navy, pre-numbered pages, archival quality.
Combined: SGD 157.65 per set

Don't just gift a tool — gift a complete writing ritual. We handle both the pen and the notebook in a single order, each engraved to your specification. Contact us for volume pricing →

Side by Side

Cross Series at a Glance

Series Profile Best For FP Available Price (BP)
Bailey Light Lightweight resin, translucent options Entry gift, students, casual daily use Yes (EF) From SGD 59.90
Bailey Lacquer or matte over brass, slim Most popular corporate gift, everyday carry Yes (F/M) From SGD 93.90
Beverly Slim satin chrome or white lacquer Unisex, professional, understated Yes SGD 60.15
Calais Art Deco asymmetric taper Style-forward gift, design industry Yes SGD 75+
Coventry Lacquer over brass, wider profile than Bailey Everyday professional, popular mid-range gift Yes From SGD 58.20
ATX Hexagonal section, modern industrial Contemporary executive, tech industry Yes From SGD 112
Century II Classic wider cigar, lacquer over brass Milestone awards, heritage corporate Yes (F/M + 14k) From SGD 180
Townsend Fuller barrel, premium materials Prestige signing pen, major milestone Yes (18k nib) From SGD 277
Tech3+ Multifunction (BP + BP + pencil) Engineers, architects, technical teams No From SGD 110
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most popular Cross pen in Singapore?
The Cross Bailey Black Lacquer Ballpoint (SGD 93.90) is consistently the most purchased model at Cityluxe — it hits the sweet spot of recognisable brand, professional appearance, and accessible price for team or client gifts. For milestone awards, the Century II Black Lacquer is the standard choice.
Do you carry the Cross Coventry?
Yes — the Cross Coventry is an active line at Cityluxe with strong stock. Ballpoints from SGD 58.20, rollerballs from SGD 69.65. Available in Black Lacquer, Blue Lacquer, Gunmetal Gray, Pearl White, Satin Metallic Green, and more. Special Zodiac editions appear annually. Browse the full Coventry range →
Can you engrave a Cross pen in Singapore?
Yes — Cityluxe offers in-house laser engraving and UV printing at 601 Sims Drive. Laser engraving on black lacquer pens reveals gold beneath (gold text on black). UV printing achieves any CMYK colour including white — ideal when a corporate logo or Pantone must be matched precisely. No minimum order for either service.
What refill fits Cross ballpoint pens?
Cross ballpoints use the proprietary C1 slim format — not the standard G2. The OEM Cross ballpoint refill (SGD 17.20) fits all Cross ballpoints. The Monteverde C13 Soft Roll (SGD 10.50) is a compatible alternative that writes more smoothly and costs roughly half the price.
What is the Selectip system on Cross rollerball pens?
Selectip is Cross's proprietary rollerball tip format. The same pen body accepts Selectip Porous Point (fine liquid ink), Selectip Gel (darker, smoother), or Selectip Jumbo Ballpoint (oil-based, all-weather). Swapping takes seconds and gives one rollerball pen three distinct writing experiences.
What is the difference between the Century and Century II?
The Classic Century (1946) is slim and tapered — the original presidential pen silhouette. The Century II is wider and heavier with a fuller barrel — more presence in the hand and on a desk. Both carry the arrow clip and the same Cross heritage. For corporate milestone gifts, the Century II is more common because it reads as more substantial and executive.
When should I choose UV printing over laser engraving for a Cross pen?
Choose UV printing when the personalisation requires a specific colour that laser cannot achieve — particularly white text on coloured barrels, or any Pantone that is not gold, silver, or charcoal. Laser engraving reveals the barrel's underlying material; UV printing deposits CMYK ink on the surface in any colour. Both are available at Cityluxe with no minimum order.
Where can I buy Cross pens in Singapore?
Cityluxe is Singapore's authorised Cross retailer. Shop online at cityluxe.sg with free delivery on orders over SGD 30, or visit the Cityluxe WorkRoom at 601 Sims Drive #04-05, Pan-I Complex, Singapore 387382. Open Mon–Fri 11am–7pm · Sat 12:30–6pm.
Shop Cross Pens at Cityluxe Singapore Authorised retailer · In-house engraving & UV printing · No minimum order · Free delivery over SGD 30
All Cross Pens Bailey Black Lacquer Coventry Range Century II Townsend FP Tech3+ Metallic Blue Corporate Gifting Corporate Notebooks Engraving & UV Printing
Christine Joy — Stationery Specialist at Cityluxe Singapore

Christine Joy

Stationery Specialist · Cityluxe Singapore

Christine Joy is Cityluxe's Stationery Specialist. She tests every pen, fills every ink, and advises Singapore's writers, collectors and corporate gift-buyers from the Sims Drive WorkRoom.

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