rOtring: A Legacy in Writing Instruments

Since 1919, rOtring has been a leading manufacturer of high-quality writing instruments and art supplies. The company's products are known for their minimalist design, functionality, and precision. rOtring has been a pioneer in the development of new technologies for writing instruments, and its products have been used by artists, designers, and engineers around the world.

Early History (1919-1945)

• 1919: The Bauhaus School of Art & Design inspires the unification of art with craft while embracing new technologies for mass production. Bauhaus School of Art & Design

• 1928: The first nibless fountain pen is unveiled, the rOtring Tiku. rOtring Tiku

• 1930: The Modernism movement in design continues to evolve. Modernism (art movement)

• 1931: The first patent for a rOtring ink pen with a tubular nib is granted.

• 1932: The "Riepe Werke" exports the Tiku to 34 countries around the world. rOtring Tiku

• 1935: The first rOtring Multipen is born, a 4-color pen with graphite leads. rOtring Multipen

• 1940: Export manager Karl H. Dietze turns rOtring into a global creative tools player.

Post-War Era (1945-Present)

• 1953: Helmuth Riepe, the founder's son, develops the rOtring Rapidograph, the prototypical technical pen. rOtring Rapidograph

• 1954: Rapidograph Inc. is established in the USA. rOtring Rapidograph

• 1978: rOtring diversifies into graphic data processing.

• 1993: The rOtring 800 line is launched.

• 2003: The rOtring SKYYN is launched.

• 2014: The rOtring Institute is created.

Our Commitment To Innovation

rOtring's commitment to innovation and design has made it a leading brand in the writing instrument industry. The company's products are used by artists, designers, engineers, and students around the world. rOtring is a trusted brand that is known for its quality, reliability, and performance.