Product Requirements:
Device:
Any touch-screen PDA

There are styli that not only function like a dream; but that also give you this indescribable feeling of luxury, refinement, and that make a tasteful declaration of the fact that beautiful things appeal to you.

These are the styli that are a step above the rest of the genre.

The Delta Dolcevita Executive Data Duo Pen is just such a creature. It is available from StylusCentral.com, and not only is it a flawless writing instrument, it is also a wonder to hold and use.

For those of you that are not familiar with the Delta line of fine writing instruments, let me give you some quick background�

In 1982, Nino Marino, Ciro Matrone and Mario Muscente founded Delta, in Italy. Since then, Delta has earned a reputation as a manufacturer of extremely high quality writing instruments. All Delta pens are handmade by skilled craftsmen who attend to every detail, as they create the �modern and classic designs that appeal to the pen connoisseur.�

Dolcevita is actually the name of a product line of Delta�s. Like other fine writing instrument manufacturers, Delta has different lines that follow central themes.

The Dolcevita line is supposed to bring to mind a celebration of life in Italy. Signifying �Friendship and Festivity with local people, and the joys of art throughout Italy. The Dolcevita pen embodies a dark orange color visible throughout the country under the Mediterranean sun in rocky hillsides.�  Wow � makes you want to visit, doesn�t it?

Well, enough build-up, let�s talk about the actual Dolcevita Duo Pen!

When you first receive your package from StylusCentral, you�ll be shocked at the size of the box. That is because the Dolcevita comes in a presentation case that you will most likely not want to discard. The case itself is made of a beautiful silver fabric cross-hatch weave, and it looks like something you would be proud to give as a gift, and pleased to receive. The anticipation builds, because you know that such a case will most likely be holding something remarkable�

Opening the case, you will see a beautiful pen that holds a practical secret. This pen is not only a ballpoint, but also a stylus.

There is no mistaking the Dolcevita for some common mass-produced pen.

The top half of the Dolcevita is a deep black resin. If you are familiar with Mont Blanc pens, then you are familiar with this material.

The bottom half of the pen is what I can only describe as a �burled� looking orange. As you turn it, the �burls� catch the light and glow. It makes a dramatic effect, and looks beautiful.

What I found interesting is that the two separate parts of the pen, the black and orange, are each hand-turned from a solid bar of special resin.

All of the trim on the pen is done in a silver plated metal, except for the band around the middle.

The central band itself is actually done in sterling silver. This makes the pen look stunning, with its intricate design reproducing an old Roman decor.

The pocket clip has a useful feature: on its tip is a rolling ball that actually helps the clip glide on and off your pocket. I had never seen a feature like this before, and it seems extremely thoughtful, and works very well.

On the rear side of the Dolcevita, is the Delta logo, with the Dolcevita name. Above this, on the band that encircles the top of the pen, is the serial number, and �Italy�.

The little silver dome that you can see on the top of the pen is a raised silver emblem with the decorative Delta �D�.

For comparison�s sake, the weight of the Dolcevita is slightly weightier than a Mont Blanc Roller-ball: it is certainly not a heavy pen, though. It is well balanced in your hand, and you can easily take notes for some time without any type of hand fatigue, as the pen has a good width to it as well. You will not feel like you are grasping a straw, but rather a substantial writing instrument.

Once you�re done looking at every detail, and you actually use the Dolcevita, you will certainly not be disappointed. The ballpoint writes smoothly, and the ink does not skip.

The stylus tip is slightly pointed, but with a rounded tip, and is done in black to match the rest of the pen. It glides across your PDA�s screen, with or without a screen protection sheet.

Not only is the Dolcevita gorgeous, it is easy to operate as well. You simply twist the barrel either to the right or to the left, to reveal the pen or stylus. When it is turned to the middle, both are retracted. You can even buy your ballpoint refills directly from StylusCentral, so there will be no worries when the time comes that you need a refill.

I told Julie that it makes me feel like a movie star to use it. I know she thinks I�m crazy to say that, but how often does a purchased item give you that type of warm-fuzzy feeling? Well, in my case � it happened. When I whip it out to jot something on my PDA�s screen, whatever it is that gets written just �feels� more important. You can laugh if you want to � I know it�s funny!

If you should decide that you want the other writing instruments that match the Delta Dolcevita Executive Data Duo Pen, a quick search on the internet under �Delta Pens� should yield an assortment of companies that can show you the accompanying fountain pen, mechanical pencil, and roller-ball that are also in the Delta Dolcevita line.

Make no mistake about it: the Dolcevita is not for everyone. There is something slightly flamboyant about pulling it out. People are going to notice. Some may want to touch it, most will definitely comment upon it. No matter what, you will get a certain satisfaction when you are using it.

Price: $165

Pros:
Gorgeous
Custom made
Feels good in hand
Smooth tip

Cons:
Expensive, but don�t let that stop you�J