Waterman is a company that strives to be the forerunner of combining inventive designs with unparalleled excellence. For more than 120 years, Waterman has been dedicated to engineering writing instruments that are sought by writing professionals and collectors alike. Nestled in Saint-Herblain, France, Waterman pens have carved a stable position as one of the most premier writing implements in the world. Waterman stands behind its pens because of their high standard when it comes to quality. Only the most experienced craftsmen are utilized when creating Waterman pens and each pen is then measured against Waterman's strict reputation of perfection.

An example of Waterman's revolutionary technological when it comes to design can be seen in the Waterman Exception. The Waterman Exception boasts the unique and innovative quadrangular design, which provides the user with unmatched comfort and prestige. The Exception also has the honor of being named the Pen of the Year for 2006 by Pen World International Magazine, which cites the, “Unique striping on the square side panels tapering to a very comfortable rounding gripping section,” as the key highlight of this, “Prestigious writing instrument of the highest quality – one you will be proud to own.”