Vintagepens store
Full-size black chased hard rubber lever-filler, nickel-plated trim. Less common Canadian-made example, earlier production with thick clip rivets (late \'teens to early 1920s). Imprints and chasing worn but all present, moderate fading to the hard rubber cap and barrel. Original color, has not been reblackened with dye or chemicals.
Nib is not the original, but a very long-tined English-made Mabie Todd \"Jackdaw\" nib, 14K solid gold, 1920s manufacture. With no pressure it writes an effortless fine line, but will open up wide for dramatic line width variation. Requires a light touch, as it opens up so easily that it can be hard to control for those unaccustomed to this degree of flex.
We have over 25 years of experience in vintage pen restoration and tuning. Unless otherwise noted, our pens have been fully reconditioned and are ready to write. Authenticity is guaranteed.
Writing samples are on Rhodia paper with a 5mm grid. The samples are done with the actual pen listed, dipped in Quink blue-black ink. We will not exaggerate the safe range of flex: a nib that is regularly pushed to its limits may develop cracks within a matter of months or even weeks. Our samples are all done with a light touch, flexing the nib only to the degree that it can sustain in regular, long-term use.
Payment
We are glad to combine shipping charges on multiple purchases.
If you are buying more than one item and the shipping charges are notcalculated correctly, please let us know and wait to pay until we canadjust the shipping charges manually.
Terms of Sale
We strongly believe in full and explicit description of any condition problems or flaws, and in very conservative grading. We stand behind our descriptions -- buy with confidence.
About Us
vintagepens is the name of David Nishimura, doing business in Rhode Island as Vintage Pens LLC.
David has been buying, selling, and writing about old writing instruments since the late 1980s. He has been on since 1997, the same year he launched one of the first vintage pen collecting websites. David is an active pen history blogger, and a regular presence on pen collecting forums and social media, as well as at traditional pen shows.
Contact
David Nishimura
Vintage Pens LLC
PO Box 41452
Providence RI 02940-1452
