Founded in Heidelberg in 1883 as a dip pen factory, Kaweco takes its name from the businessmen who took over the operation in 1889: Heinrich Koch and Rudolph Weber—Koch, Weber & Company. The brand's defining moment came in 1911 with the launch of the Sport pen, a pocket-sized fountain pen designed for soldiers, officers, and sportsmen who needed a reliable writing instrument they could carry anywhere. That compact design became an instant classic.

The company survived world wars and economic crises but ultimately filed for bankruptcy in 1981. Enter Michael Gutberlet—a pen enthusiast and collector who couldn't let the brand die. In 1994, he acquired the Kaweco name and resurrected the Sport pen with a design inspired by the 1935 model. What started as one man's passion project has become a global operation, proving that well-designed tools never go out of style. Over 140 years later, Kaweco remains committed to the same principle: making writing instruments built for daily use and genuine longevity.