Conway Stewart

In 1905, Mr. Frank Jarvis and Mr. Tommy Garner formed Conway Stewart & Co. Limited. Although there is much debate regarding the origins of the Company’s name, it is believed the name “Conway Stewart” derives from a popular vaudeville act of the day. The founders took a great risk in leaving their secure jobs to start their new enterprise and soon found a market desiring reliable and affordable writing instruments.

Conway Stewart developed a single aim; to produce elegant and beautiful, yet functional writing instruments—a principle that Conway Stewart holds true to this day.

With the introduction of bright, durable celluloid construction in the 1920s, the customer could choose from the simple and conservative or the bright and cheerful. The pens of this period were very well made, and of high quality, yet remained affordable. The wide range of models and materials allowed Conway Stewart to truly offer “something for everyone” when it came to fountain pens.

As the 1950s drew to a close, Conway Stewart, along with many other pen manufacturers, felt the pressure of the new ballpoint pens, and eventually ceased production in the early 1970s.

Following a significant investment in research and development, a new era began with a focus on making pens for those who appreciate traditional craftsmanship, objects of timeless beauty and utility, and the pleasure of using a fine pen. Thus a new era of Conway Stewart was born.

In 1996 the Churchill was introduced as Conway Stewart’s flagship model to celebrate the life of Sir Winston Churchill. To commemorate the company’s Centenary in 2005 the new 100 model was launched in various handmade resins.

Through 2006 Conway Stewart has produced several new designs featuring the art of fine enamel over precisely engraved sterling silver.

The Conway Stewart brand, synonymous with British heritage, has been privileged to have its products chosen as official gifts of the British government, and a Conway Stewart was the chosen pen for the G8 Summit. Owners of Conway Stewart pens include the British royal family, prime ministers, and US and Heads of State.

Conway Stewart creates exclusive pens for many prestigious corporate and government accounts, including 10 Downing Street, the Royal Air Force, the Red Arrows, Rolls Royce, major British Financial Institutions, Steinway & Sons, as well as numerous other high profile corporate accounts.

Handcrafted by master pen makers, the rich heritage of Conway Stewart rests in your hand every time you use one of our beautiful pens. We strive to continue our traditional production of beautiful pens with unique British elegance, giving pleasure to those who appreciate the art of fine writing or who wish to give a gift that will provide a life time of pleasure.

In 1905, when Conway Stewart was started, Jarvis and Garner had a single aim, to produce elegant yet functional writing instruments. Today one hundred years later we still hold true to these original goals.   

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