{"title":"Sold Pens","description":"No longer available","products":[{"product_id":"1945-grey-pearl-sheaffer-triumph-statesman-vacuum-fil-14k-fine-extrafine-nib","title":"1945 Grey Pearl Sheaffer Triumph Statesman - Vacuum-Fil - 14k Fine-ExtraFine nib","description":"\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eSheaffer paused pen production some time in 1943. Like many other companies they switched to making various things for the war effort. The far reaching impact of World War II is inconceivable to me.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Sheaffer ramped up pen production again they introduced a second generation of the Triumph line that was first brought to market in 1942. It was a remarkable evolution. The new pens had longer grip sections made of celluloid, a spring loaded clip and multiple models and sizes. This Statesman is one of the larger models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are remarkable pens that write beautifully and hold a lot of ink. They are meant to be used with the cap posted to provide comfortable length. The tip of the nib is turned upward a bit. This was intentional and can be compared to the Waverly point though Sheaffer never used that name. It provides a tipping shape that suitable for any writing angle to the page. That seems like a gimmick but it is not. These are some of the best writing nibs made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pen is in amazing condition for 74 years old. The chrome plated trim is perfect - there is no plating loss on the clip or band and that is unusual. There are no flaws in the celluloid - the knob and cap peaks are undamaged by drops. The transparency is amazing and retains the greenish hue it had when new. Celluloid tends to darker, or amber, with exposure to UV light. This pen has been well cared for. The one minor flaw is a slight celluloid shrinkage gap between the barrel and knob as seen in the 3rd photo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nib writes a line between a modern Western extra-fine and a vintage fine. I’ve adjusted the flow, alignment and smoothness to be just right so that it writes pleasantly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 125 mm (4.9”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 109 mm (4.3”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 144 mm (5.7”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.43 mm (1\/2”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003cbr\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eFull size photos of the entire restoration process and a full page writing sample available here: https:\/\/is.gd\/U5N0B7\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31268204806241,"sku":"","price":204.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191110_094352.jpg?v=1573861661"},{"product_id":"946-t6-black-parker-51-vacumatic-medium-fine","title":"1946 (T6.) Black Parker “51” Vacumatic Medium-Fine","description":"\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eParker “51” are interesting pens. They seem to be one of those love or hate pens in terms of looks. I think they look quite interesting though I have only one of my own. It’s the caps that grab my attention and this is a very nice one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI don’t think the stacked coins band caps are rare but they aren’t common. This cap is in fine shape with a light scratch through the brushed finish across the back near the top. I could have polished out the scratch and a few other scuffs but that would ruin the brushed finish of the cap and that’s more important to preserve.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nib is a lovely medium-fine. I’ve adjusted it to write a nice, juicy and smooth line. No matter what you think of the \"51\" asthetics, nobody can argue about how well they perform. I do love that it’s a pen you can leave uncapped on the desk and it’ll write as soon as the nib touches paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lucite barrel and shell are without blemish. The barrel is personalized with a small E.K. and E.K. took fine care of this pen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve disassembled the pen, replaced the Vacumatic diaphragm, cleaned the collector, reassembled and adjusted everything to be just so. I guarantee my work for at least 1 year provided you strictly avoid catfish ink. That stuff will eat the diaphragm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e — Capped: 5.4” (137 mm), Uncapped: 5” (127 mm), Posted: 6” (153 mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cap: 1\/2” (12.5 mm), Barrel: 0.46” (11.8 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31268552638561,"sku":"","price":123.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190402_084309.jpg?v=1573864960"},{"product_id":"restoration-service","title":"Restoration Service","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that I am not currently taking restorations as of 1 October 2019. Restoration service will become available again after 2 January 2020.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease select the combination that best reflects your type of pen. This will guarantee your place in my limited restoration queue. Please note that while I will place an authorization hold on your payment method upon checkout, I will not process the charge until your repair is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis price is an estimate, and it may change once I get the pen apart.\u003c\/strong\u003e If so, I will stop work and let you know my revised estimate with your options and my recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePen restoration includes full restoration of the filling system with modern synthetic materials that will last decades. I guarantee my filling system restorations for at least 1 year provided you avoid Noodler's ink. I have personal experience that Noodler's inks can melt the latex in vintage filling systems and also permanently stain pens. It is not an ink to be used in vintage fountain pens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI will buff and polish the barrel and cap to remove shallow marks and scratches. Deep scratches, divots or cracks can often be repaired at an additional cost and I'll provide an estimate if I believe this is necessary. I like to refresh the pen to remove scratches from general use and wear if possible. When finished, the pen will shine though it will still show signs of its age. Your pen may retain some scratches, marks or small divots and that's ok - it's a vintage pen. I will polish the gold and\/or chrome plating but I do not replate metal or remove dents from metal caps. I do all buffing and polishing by hand so I remove as little material as possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'll adjust the nib for alignment, flow and smoothness for best writing. There may be additional cost if the nib is bent or needs more work than a simple adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is always a chance that your pen may be broken during restoration. It is unlikely but possible and is almost always due to a weakness or fault in the pen given its age or how it has been handled over the years. I will take utmost care with your pen but I will not be held responsible for breakage that occurs due to pre-existing damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Vac-fil \/ Faceted","offer_id":31268907941985,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Snorkel \/ Normal","offer_id":31268907974753,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Vacumatic \/ Normal","offer_id":31268908007521,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Lever \/ Faceted","offer_id":31268908040289,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Button \/ Normal","offer_id":31268908073057,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Vac-fil \/ Normal","offer_id":31268921639009,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Lever \/ Normal","offer_id":31268955553889,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Piston \/ Normal","offer_id":31268958994529,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Piston \/ Faceted","offer_id":31268960174177,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Touchdown \/ Normal","offer_id":31269006934113,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"a-trio-of-sheaffer-balance-craftsman-vacuum-fil-pens-from-the-mid-late-1930s","title":"A trio of Sheaffer Balance Craftsman Vacuum-Fil pens from the mid-late 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThese are full length (5.3 inches capped, 6.1 inches posted) slender (0.42 inch barrel) pens. Each is rather special for different reasons than the others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo have jewelers bands. Walter Sheaffer began his career as a jeweler. When his pen business grew he used the authorized dealer model for distribution. Jewelry stores remained favorite Sheaffer dealers. Pens with ornate jewelers bands were made to offer these stores something special perhaps to distinguish them from department stores, or to appeal a bit more to a jewelry store customer. They are not in any Sheaffer catalog that I’ve seen though they are not rare. There are a number of different styles of jewelers bands and some collectors seek the uncommon variants passionately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI find these very comfortable in hand either posted or unposted. And I have a high grip on the barrel threads. There is no plating loss and no discernible blemish on any of the pens. The \u003ca class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/3\/\"\u003e#3\u003c\/a\u003e\/Junior nibs are bouncy and fun though shouldn’t be pushed hard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pen carries my at least 1 year filler restoration guarantee provided you strictly avoid catfish ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Green\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine - Gregg shorthand - window pane barrel - Norman G.R. Reheis - $105.01\u003cbr\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThe barrel carries a Gregg shorthand mark. Sheaffer made and sold pens with nibs that conformed to the recommended characteristics of the Gregg shorthand system. The pen also has a window pane barrel - 2 panels of transparent celluloid along the length of the barrel rather than alternating green \u0026amp; transparent stripes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fine - $125\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe best transparency of the bunch. It’s remarkable. The wide jewelers band has a blank panel for an engraved name.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Green\u003c\/strong\u003e - jewelers band - fine-medium - John C. Strang - $105.01\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pen has a Junior nib that is probably a replacement for the original \u003ca class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/3\/\"\u003e#3\u003c\/a\u003e nib. They are identical apart from the stamp. It’s an excellent replacement that is a bit wider than the typical fine. It’s a wonderful writer. The barrel transparency is amazing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 135 mm (5.3”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 112 mm (4.4”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 156 mm (6.1”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.1 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.2 mm (0.4”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Marine Green - fine - Gregg shorthand - window pane barrel - Norman G.R. Reheis","offer_id":31274811129953,"sku":"","price":105.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Golden Brown - Fine","offer_id":31274811162721,"sku":"","price":125.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Marine Green - jewelers band - fine-medium - John C. 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I guarantee my work for at least 1 year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.⁣⁣\u003cbr\u003e⁣⁣⁣⁣\u003cbr\u003eThe barrel has g⁣ood transparency and the nib is a lovely writer. There is some plating loss on the clip, band and thread ring. I would never wish for plating loss, but I like the way the underlying silver shows through. It's far more attractive than plating loss on gold plated brass. There are several flea bite blemishes on the cap and barrel. But, it’s a Carmine and it fills and writes beautifully.⁣⁣\u003cbr\u003e⁣⁣⁣⁣\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 83.8113%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 229.333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapped: 131 mm - 5.2 inches\u003cbr\u003eUncapped: 113 mm - 4.4 inches\u003cbr\u003ePosted: 152 mm - 6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 216.883px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCap: 11.5 mm - 0.45 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel: 11.5 mm - 0.45 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31274994696289,"sku":"","price":105.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190916_083616_1.jpg?v=1573928769"},{"product_id":"black-sheaffer-balance-sovereign-vacuum-fil","title":"Black Sheaffer Balance Sovereign - Vacuum-Fil","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Sheaffer Balance Sovereign - Vacuum-Fil - jewelers band (L.W.F.) - fine LIFETIME nib\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to 1938 Sheaffer used code designations for their pens rather than model names. For example, the production model of this pen is, I think, 73W DOBOG. I'm quite confident there is a logical system behind these designations but I've never bothered to learn them. That's a level of obsession too far for even me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother way to differentiate models in the 1937 catalog is \"Slender Model\", \"Standard Size\" and \"Large Size\". These are probably the easiest to remember since Sheaffer made pens in 3 diameters and 2 lengths. This pen would be a \"Slender Model\" and is full length rather than the shorter length student pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the 1938 catalog Sheaffer introduced model names. This was Sheaffer's 25 anniversary though I do not know if that has any correlation with the choice to name the different pen models. This pen would be called a Sovereign. Sheaffer also began including a price code in the barrel imprint. They were quite insistent that all retailers sell Sheaffer pens for the Sheaffer mandated price. A 1938 catalog version of this pen would have the number 875 stamped on the barrel beneath the manufacturer's imprint. The price was $8.75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular pen is an interesting variant not found in any catalogs. It is generally called a jewelers band pen because of the ornate cap band. Walter Sheaffer began his pen business in his jewelry store. He maintain a preference for jewelry stores as his authorized retailers. The general opinion of collectors and historians is that he made these special jewelers band pens especially and solely for his jewelry store retailers. It seems a logical thing to provide a bit more bling to customers of a bling shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe band has a panel that bears the initials of the original owner: L.W.F. Whomever was LWF, I do not believe they used their pen often if at all. This pen is in as close to new condition as any collector could wish. There is no plating loss. There are no scuffs, scratches or any visible mark in the celluloid. And the barrel transparency is like new and retains the lovely greenish hue that has not darkened with UV exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib has been adjusted to write a smooth, wet, fine line. It is quite nice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restoration, as always, is guaranteed for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 137 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 154 mm (6.1”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.1 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.3 mm (0.41”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31276994363489,"sku":"","price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190916_082524_1.jpg?v=1573955926"},{"product_id":"1948-persian-blue-sheaffer-triumph-statesman-vacuum-fil-fine-nib","title":"1948 Persian Blue Sheaffer Triumph Statesman - Vacuum-Fil - fine nib","description":"One thing that set Sheaffer apart was their constant innovation. They survived and thrived through the Great Depression and World War II with constant adaptation to the ever changing economy. They had a fierce competition with Parker for market share. Each company took turns introducing new designs that forced the other to keep up.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParker went solid colored plastic (acrylic) in 1937 with the \"51\". In 1942 Sheaffer matched with the Triumph nib but stuck with their iconic striped celluloid. In 1947-8 Sheaffer went to solid colored plastic. They called it Radite II (Radite was celluloid) and the manufacturer, Celanese Corporation, called it Forticel. It was a grand departure from celluloid. The entire pen was now constructed using injection molding. The pen has a clear inner barrel that is one piece from the grip section to the ink reservoir. The colored plastic barrel is an overlay, or binde, that is threaded onto the inner barrel. With the design Sheaffer likely managed to reduce manufacturing costs and introduce something colorful and new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf all the colors that Sheaffer introduced Persian blue is my favorite. It is only found in pens from 1947\/8 and 1949. They are not rare, but they are somewhat less common than the more standard black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is in excellent condition. It has a bit of discoloration where the binde meets the thread ring. And there is a slight scuff on the cap lip though the plating is intact. Otherwise the pen is marvelous. The nib is a lovely, wet, smooth fine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pen I sell was restored by Paper Wants A Pen with the finest techniques and materials. They all carry a guarantee of at least 1 year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 126 mm (5”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 107 mm (4.2”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 143 mm (5.6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.6 mm (0.5”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 114 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31281467883617,"sku":"","price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190916_084046.jpg?v=1574013668"},{"product_id":"black-sheaffer-balance-miss-universe-vacuum-fil-fine-nib","title":"Black Sheaffer Balance Miss Universe - Vacuum-fil - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003e The Sheaffer Balance Miss Universe was a low cost student pen though you might never guess from looking at this example. The pen is equivalent to the Sheaffer Junior though it has gold trim rather than silver. It was obviously marketed toward girls.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough it is a small student pen the cap posts on the barrel to make the length perfectly comfortable for even large hands. I can attest to this with the added point that I tend to grip pens above the section and on the barrel threads. Even so, this pen is plenty long for me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe transparency of the barrel is truly as new. It retains the green hue it has had since the celluloid was cured ~83 years ago. There is a bit of wear to the plating on the cap band and the edges of the clip ball. The only notable thing about the celluloid is a faint posting ring at the end of the barrel. This is nearly inevitable on a small pen that must have it cap posted for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany users are misled into believing the #3 nib is semi-flexible. It is not. It is simply a very thin, entry level nib that is soft and bouncy and so much fun to use. But, if it is treated like a semi-flexible nib it will likely break. It can produce nice line variation during normal writing but should never be pushed to do so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 83.8113%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapped: 121 mm - 4.7 inches\u003cbr\u003eUncapped: 107 mm - 4.2 inches\u003cbr\u003ePosted: 143 mm - 5.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.8113%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCap: 12.1 mm - 0.48 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel: 10.5 mm - 0.41 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31283456475233,"sku":"","price":111.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190916_082742.jpg?v=1574038630"},{"product_id":"black-1948-sheaffer-statesman-vacuum-fil-fine-golden-spade","title":"Black 1948 Sheaffer Statesman - Vacuum-Fil - Fine Golden Spade","description":"\u003cp\u003e In 1942 Sheaffer introduced the Triumph line. That replaced the Balance line they had produced since 1929. Nearly all the Triumph pens were equipped with conical nibs. A few low priced pens like the Craftsman carried small open nibs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1948 Sheaffer brought back a nib based on the flagship Balance Premier, or Oversize (OS). I call it the Golden Spade. It truly is the same size nib as found on the vaunted Sheaffer Premier. In fact, I have found Premiers with Golden Spade replacement nibs. The only difference is the imprint. The Golden Spade is not stamped LIFETIME.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the way the Golden Spade looks on the Triumph Statesman. It is disproportionately large compared to the barrel. I think that is marvelous. This one writes a lovely, smooth fine line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a couple of minor, small flea bites in the barrel. The ink view grip section is slightly ambered yet retains sufficient clarity to determine the ink level. The Vacuum-Filler has been overhauled with modern materials and will last for decades. It is guaranteed for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 83.8113%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapped: 127 mm - 5 inches\u003cbr\u003eUncapped: 112 mm - 4.4 inches\u003cbr\u003ePosted: 147 mm - 4.8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.8113%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCap: 12.3 mm - 0.48 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel: 11.3 mm - 0.45 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31283469451361,"sku":"","price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_131612.jpg?v=1574031985"},{"product_id":"black-gold-eversharp-skyline-flexible-m","title":"Black \u0026 Gold Eversharp Skyline - Flexible M","description":"\u003cp\u003eNo other pen will ever be confused with the Raymond Loewy designed Eversharp Skyline. Almost nothing says art deco better.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI generally polish gold plated caps like this one. I think the patina looks so good I left it. I think it makes the pen look distinguished, like the grey hair on an eminently respectable professor emeritus. The patina hides no flaws or dents. I just think it looks good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nib was dropped at some point. I have massaged it back into shape though it still bears some wrinkles. It is perfectly aligned and smoothed and juicy wet. The cosmetic issues are well worth enduring for its amazing flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lever has the unfortunately typical plating loss from cap posting wear. There are a number of small flaws in the celluloid often described as flea bites. There are no cracks or damage that will lead to issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 135 mm (5.3”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 129 mm (5.1”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 153 mm (6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.7 mm (0.54”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.6 mm (0.46”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31283861127265,"sku":"","price":98.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_130137.jpg?v=1574035332"},{"product_id":"black-sheaffer-balance-admiral-lever-filler-jewelers-band-l-j-c-fine-feather-touch-5-nib","title":"Black Sheaffer Balance Admiral - lever filler - jewelers band (L.J.C.) - fine Feather Touch 5 nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Balance Admiral, or full size pen is Sheaffer's largest regular sized pen. Only the Premier, or OverSize (OS) is larger. The Admiral and Statesman are identical except for the nib. The Statesman has a LIFETIME nib and the Admiral carries a Feather Touch 5. The Feather Touch 5 is slightly smaller so it looks less impressive. But, it is bouncy and wonderful to use whereas the Statesman nibs are almost universally rigid as nails.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven better, this pen has a jewelers band not found in any Sheaffer catalog from the time. Most Sheaffer historians believe these pens with their adorned cap band were offered only by Sheaffer retailers that were jewelry stores. Pens with a bit more bling to go along with the other merchandise in the store. This band has a bit of wear at the lower margin as well as some lost plating in the engraved L.J.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a bit of plating loss on the sides of the clip ball. There are a few faint, light scratches and flea bites on the cap and barrel. The lever plating is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is lively and should be a primary reason for buying this pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restoration, as always, is guaranteed for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 137 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 157 mm (6.2”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.2 mm (0.52”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.7 mm (0.46”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31284371128417,"sku":"","price":131.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20190916_082950.jpg?v=1574041011"},{"product_id":"1938-silver-pearl-parker-vacumatic-debutante-star-clip-fine-nib","title":"1938 Silver Pearl Parker Vacumatic Débutante - star clip - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eParker introduced the star clip in late 1938. I've read that it was only used for a few months before being replaced with the now iconic blue diamond clip in 1939. Star clip Vacumatics aren't exactly rare but they are certainly uncommon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen has been meticulously maintain. It is without blemish. It's only flaw is the silver plating has been polished off the nib. The barrel is slightly ambered though the clarity is very good. The fine nib is smooth, wet and has a nice bit of bounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restoration, as always, is guaranteed for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 118 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 110 mm (4.3”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 135 mm (5.3”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.3 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11 mm (0.43”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31284645789793,"sku":"","price":123.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_122346.jpg?v=1574043601"},{"product_id":"dove-grey-1947-7-parker-51-vacumatic-fine","title":"1947 (.7.) Dove Gray Parker \"51\" Vacumatic - fine","description":"\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eIconic. That's the Parker \"51\". This dove gray pen with a Vacumatic filler and stacked coins cap is a marvelous example of why the Parker \"51\" was and is so popular.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eAs is somewhat typical of this color there is a bit of staining. The barrel end has a faint ring from the clutch ring inside the cap and the shell (grip section) is faintly discolored from ink. Both are visible in the photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe nib is fine, wet and smooth. A design feature of the Parker \"51\" is to write immediately even if it has lain uncapped on the desk for hours. Perhaps not something you want to do often, but it is a desirable characteristic in a pen that can be carried and used every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’ve disassembled the pen, replaced the Vacumatic diaphragm, cleaned the collector, reassembled and adjusted everything to be just so. I guarantee my work for at least 1 year provided you strictly avoid catfish ink. That stuff will eat the diaphragm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCapped: 5.4” (138 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eUncapped: 5” (127 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003ePosted: 6” (153 mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCap: 1\/2” (12.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eBarrel: 0.46” (11.8 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31284761067617,"sku":"","price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_111911_1.jpg?v=1574045098"},{"product_id":"waterman-c-f-squeeze-converter-18k-fine-nib","title":"Waterman c\/f - squeeze converter - 18k Fine nib","description":"\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eIn 1964 Waterman introduced the c\/f, or, cartridge filler. It was the very first pen to use what we now know as the modern ink cartridge. It was a remarkable thing for a fountain pen industry that continued to struggle for a foothold against the ball point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eWaterman made the c\/f in a wide array of colors and trim levels. This is a brushed steel version with an 18k nib. As such it was rather toward the upper end of the c\/f models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe metal inlays on the grips of Waterman c\/f pens tend to oxidize. This pen is flawless - there is no oxidation or other sort of issue. There are no scratches or dents in the steel or trim. The pen includes a Waterman squeeze filler. The pen does not use modern cartridges of any sort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe 18k nib is wonderful. It is smooth, wet and has that bounce that only 18k gold offers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCapped: 5.3” (135 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eUncapped: 4.8” (121 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003ePosted: 5.8” (147 mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCap: 0.41” (10.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eBarrel: 0.41” (10.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31285162213473,"sku":"","price":98.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_123938.jpg?v=1574048261"},{"product_id":"teal-parker-61-fligher-capillary-filler-om","title":"Teal Parker 61 Flighter - Capillary filler - OM","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eSheaffer always gets the prize for the most intricate filling system with the Snorkel. Parker should be up for some kind of prize for one of the wackiest fillers in the 61 capillary filler.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eBoth pens were born in the waning era of the fountain pen when all designs were fighting to match the ease of use of the new ball points. The Snorkel was invented to give the users a pen they never had to wipe up after filling. The 61 capillary filler was along the same lines. The capsule inside the barrel contains a roll of teflon coated film. To fill, the capsule end is dunked in ink and the spaces between the film suck up ink by capillary action - thus the name. A feed extension is at the center of the teflon roll and takes ink to the section, feed and nib. It's a clever solution that works perfectly well unless the user fails to clean the pen and allows ink to dry in the filler. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThis capillary filler works perfectly. And, if flushed gently with a bulb syringe after use it will continue to work flawlessly for decades. In that respect, it really isn't any more difficult to clean than most cartridge filling pens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe teal colored shell is not original to the pen. The arrow on the original shell was missing and I thought this teal replacement offered some nice color against the silver of the cap and barrel. The brushed steel Flighter cap and barrel are unmarred but for a few, minor use and wear marks. There are no dents or scratches and the jewels are perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe nib is a lovely oblique medium - right oblique. It is smooth and amazing to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCapped: 5.3” (134 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eUncapped: 4.9” (123 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003ePosted: 5.7” (145 mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eCap: 0.48” (12.2 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"C4VMK\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eBarrel: 0.45” (11.3 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31285373173857,"sku":"","price":98.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191117_115841.jpg?v=1574049741"},{"product_id":"1986-montblanc-149-fine","title":"1986 Montblanc 149 Diplomat - Fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eMontblanc has become the best known and most iconic fountain pen for good reason. They are wonderful pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchased new they are quite expensive. Why buy new when you can find a competitively priced older pen that has been well maintained?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have completely disassembled this pen for a full service. The mechanism and piston have been cleaned and lubed. The nib polished, the ebonite feed cleaned. I have polished the \"precious resin\" so that it shines like a Steinway. The pen is flawless - no lost plating and no marks in the resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is a generous, Western fine. It writes a smooth, wet and wonderful line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original box and papers are included in the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe @JillryByTheSea black obsidian bracelet with white skull bead can be yours for an additional $27.31\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Pen only","offer_id":31356444377185,"sku":"","price":375.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pen and bracelet","offer_id":31356444409953,"sku":"","price":403.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191124_114218.jpg?v=1574651819"},{"product_id":"1941-golden-brown-sheaffer-balance-vigilant-vacuum-fil-fine-nib","title":"1941 Golden Brown Sheaffer Balance Vigilant - Vacuum-Fil - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eMilitary uniform regulations in the early 1940s required the flap on a shirt pocket to close without anything inside peaking out or the flap poking up. This led the pen companies to invent clever and interesting clips that are now commonly called military clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheaffer's military clip pens have appropriately marshal names. Valiant, Vigilant, Defender and Commandant. The Valiant and Vigilant have white dots and LIFETIME nibs. The Defender has a Feather Touch 5 nib and the Commandant a #3 nib. They are identical in every way but the clip to the standard Statesman, Sovereign, Admiral and Craftsman models, respectively. This Vigilant is a long, slender pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen has the name Margaret C. Salling imprinted on the barrel. It has no flaws in the celluloid. There is a touch of plating loss but only on the end of the clip. The barrel has very nice transparency. The filling system has been fully restored and is guaranteed for at least one year. The nib writes a lovely, smooth, wet line and has just a hint of bounce.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 130 mm (5.1”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 116 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 150 mm (5.9”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.1 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.5 mm (0.41”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31464790458465,"sku":"","price":121.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191016_075050.jpg?v=1575501028"},{"product_id":"copy-of-1941-golden-brown-sheaffer-balance-vigilant-vacuum-fil-fine-nib","title":"~1933 Marine Green Sheaffer Medium Lifetime Feather Touch Balance - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1934 Sheaffer catalog says:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e...a LIFETIME FEATHERTOUCH BALANCE pen ... The LIFETIME is the aristocrat of all writing instruments. The large size sells for $10... the long size is $9.50 ... the medium size is $8.75. LIFETIME pens come in four colors -- new ebonized pearl, marine green, grey pearl and black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen has a unique clip that was appears on pens from the 1933 and 1934 catalog. The pen is uncommon in a couple of characteristics. It is a full size diameter pen but with a shorter overall length. In the heart of the Balance era this  combination was not available. Later full size diameter pens are also full length and short length pens are all slender. The mottled marine green was only available until 1935. In 1936 the Sheaffer catalog has no green pens. The 1937 catalog introduced marine green striated pens. The stripes are beautiful but not exactly the same as the amazing depth in the marbling on this pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile smaller than some, this pen posts up to a length that is perfectly comfortable for even large hands. It is gorgeous with no staining, darkening, cracks or flaw in the celluloid. In fact, the only flaw is a touch of plating loss on the clip ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've installed a silicone sac to prevent any possible darkening of the celluloid. The nib writes a beautiful wet, smooth line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 120 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 108 mm (4.25”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 142 mm (5.6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.1 mm (0.52”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.2 mm (0.44”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31464801468513,"sku":"","price":121.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191129_104609.jpg?v=1575501546"},{"product_id":"copy-of-1933-marine-green-sheaffer-balance-medium-size-fine-nib","title":"~1940 Black Sheaffer Balance Premier - Vacuum-fil - Medium+","description":"\u003cp\u003e~1940 Black Sheaffer Balance Premier - Vacuum-fil - Medium+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople tend to call this pen an OverSize or OS. It is already quite aptly named the \u003cstrong\u003ePremier\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt took Sheaffer decades to adopt model names in 1938. Prior to that time it was all base model numbers (2, 3, 5, 7, 8) along with a cryptic set of modifiers to indicate length, color and filling system. I imagine there is a long conversation thread on Fountain Pen Network about how to decode the model numbers. I don't know how and I consider myself rather passionate about the pens. Instead I prefer to call the pens by the names they were given beginning in 1938. It's probably less efficient and harder to remember that something systematic and organized like an engineer would design and love. I just like the names better. Sheaffer also added the price code to the barrel imprint in 1938. The 1000 on the barrel for $10 makes it obvious this pen should be called a Black Premier Vacuum-Fil rather than an earlier 8W WABUB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is almost collector grade. In fact, only the collectors would consider the following flaws and then only to differentiate the pen from other equally remarkable examples. The barrel has darkened, or ambered, slightly reddish. It remains remarkably transparent with excellent clarity. The barrel has a faint line under the imprint that looks a bit like a scratch. It is evidence of the seam where the sheet of celluloid was welded into a cylinder to make the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtherwise, the plating is perfect, the celluloid is perfect, the nib is luscious and the filling system is perfect. I'm confident this pen is from ~1940 when Sheaffer switched back to using celluloid covered steel plunger rods. The rod in this pen is perfect. I've restored it with modern materials and the vacuum is almost strong enough to use as a pogo stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 141 mm (5.55”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 121 mm (4.8”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 160 mm (6.3”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 15.1 mm (0.6”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 13 mm (0.51”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31464858746977,"sku":"","price":252.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191129_105553.jpg?v=1576735342"},{"product_id":"1932-medium-foliage-green-conklin-symetrik-endura-lever-fine","title":"~1932 Medium Foliage Green Conklin Symetrik Endura - lever - fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eI think of Conklin as one of those pen companies like Wahl-Eversharp. They took a different approach to pens than did Sheaffer and Parker. They were certainly dragged along the same path. They switched from ebonite to celluloid and then to streamlined from flat tops. But each of those moves was done in a style and flair that is particular to Conklin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe celluloids Conklin used are different from those of Sheaffer and Parker. I think they compare best with the rich, deep materials from Carter's and Wahl-Eversharp. Like a Cadillac or a Lincoln they are pens with a little more style and panache than the average Chevy or Ford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clip, the pen shapes, the small lever and that iconic crescent that appears on the cap, lever end and the nib vent let you know that this is something different. Something special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is in fantastic condition. The celluloid is nearly perfect with only a couple of tiny flea bites that are almost impossible to find unless you know where to look and turn them to catch the light. There is no staining, darkening or discoloration. The clip is tight and has only one spot of plating loss near the end. The cap bands are tight and have no plating loss. The lever is in very good condition with only a couple of small spots of plating loss. The lever ears are intact and keep the lever clipped securely in the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is a firm fine that I've tuned to be juicy wet and smooth. It's truly a joy to write with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've installed a large #18 sac that holds lots of ink. This is a pen that will write comfortably for hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 133 mm (5 1\/4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 117 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 158 mm (6.2”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.4 mm (0.53”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.3 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31565134823521,"sku":"","price":153.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191218_081921.jpg?v=1576734808"},{"product_id":"black-sheaffer-46-special-model-46c-lever-extra-fine","title":"Black 1924-1926 Sheaffer 46 Special (model 46C)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eFrom the 1926 Sheaffer catalog:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e46 Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eA specially constructed pen for all general use, made of either black or bright coral Radite. This coral pen meets the demands of the trade and the public for a pen of this particular color, and the black pen furnishes the same superior quality with a more conservative appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eAll these models in either black or coral carry a specially made semi-manifold nib, a nib stiff enough to be used for copying and at the same time with sufficient flexibility for shaded writing. If required, flexible nibs can also be furnished. Fine, medium, coarse, extra fine; posting or stub points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThis model 46C is the largest 46 Special that Sheaffer made. Radite is the name Sheaffer gave to the celluloid they used when they introduced celluloid pens in 1924. This pen dates between 1924 and 1926 though you'd never know it from the remarkable condition. The 46 Special was produced in celluloid until 1928 or 1929. But, the manufacturer of the celluloid (C for Celluloid, D for DuPoint or F for Fiberloid) was indicated by the imprint on the end of the barrel only through 1926.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe celluloid has only a couple of insignificant flea bites - one on the cap and one below the manufacturer's imprint. It is spectacular and gleams like the most beautiful grand piano. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe front and sides of the clip ball have a bit of plating loss. The plating on the remainder of the clip, the band and the lever is perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eThe nib is a firm, extra-fine that I've adjusted to be smooth and wet. The pen has a large sac - either a #18 or #20 - that holds a lot of ink. This is a true, vintage writing machine. The cap will post though I find it perfectly comfortable to use with the cap unposted and I have large hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 132 mm (5 1\/4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 118 mm (4.65”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 169 mm (6.65”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.8 mm (0.5”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003c\/strong\u003e - lever\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003c\/strong\u003e - firm, extra-fine\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31646178312289,"sku":"","price":153.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191227_152248_copy.jpg?v=1578545575"},{"product_id":"1948-persian-blue-sheaffer-triumph-statesman-vacuum-fil-medium-fine-nib","title":"1948 Persian Blue Sheaffer Triumph Statesman - Vacuum-Fil - medium-fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1948 Sheaffer stopped using the striped Radite (celluloid by DuPont) they introduced in 1936 and switched to Radite II (Forticel by Celanese). The celluloid pens were made by bending a sheet of warmed material around a cylindrical mandrel. Forticel allowed Sheaffer to begin using injection molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne price of the switch to injection molded plastic was loss of the iconic Sheaffer longitudinal stripes. This was offset by the availability of some brighter colors. In my opinion the best color of all the non-striped Sheaffers is Persian Blue. This color was only available from 1948 - 1951. In 1952 Sheaffer introduced the Snorkel in yet a different injection molded plastic by Union Carbide and Persian Blue was no longer an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is NOS - New Old Stock. It came to me with the remnants of the original model name stickers still intact. They were clear plastic stickers wrapped around the barrel just below the cap. Someone had covered them with cellophane tape in an attempt to preserve them but the printing was no longer visible and the edges had dried and cracked away. Restoring the filling system confirmed the pen had never been filled. The unit that makes up the inner barrel and grip section is pristine and as transparent as the day it was made. The only flaw is a bit of staining from the cellophane tape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've restored the filling system using modern, synthetic rubber parts that will last decades. And I guarantee my work for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink as it will melt the rubber and stain the pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib would probably have been classed as a medium or medium-fine when new. It compares with a modern, western fine. It has the turned up point that Sheaffer is famous for using. I've adjusted the nib to write a wet and smooth line. Conical Triumph nibs are very stiff so there is no line variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 128 mm (5”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 108 mm (4.25”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 143 mm (5.6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.8 mm (0.5”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003c\/strong\u003e - Vacuum-Fil (see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paperwantsapen.com\/pages\/sheaffer-filling-instructions\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sheaffer Filling Instructions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003efilling instructions here\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003c\/strong\u003e - firm, medium-fine\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31718707134561,"sku":"","price":191.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200118_161423.jpg?v=1579534552"},{"product_id":"1961-2-blue-sheaffer-touchdown-imperial-viii","title":"1961-2 Blue Sheaffer Touchdown Imperial VIII","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheaffer has produced multiple iconic nib designs. In my opinion, perhaps the best performing and best looking Sheaffer nib is the inlaid nib on the PFM, Imperial, Targa and Legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to looking like no other the inlaid nib performs like no other Sheaffer nib. The Sheaffer Balance, Triumph and Snorkel era nibs are well known to be rigid, stiff nibs with absolutely no line variation. There are exceptions, like the Balance era Feather Touch 5. The inlaid nibs perform more like that exceptional Feather Touch 5. Both are not to be described or used as flexible nibs or even semi-flexible nibs. But they both have enough softness to produce pleasing line variation with normal writing pressure. Excellent performers that are a joy to use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilarly the Touchdown filler is one of Sheaffer's best. The Sheaffer Vacuum-Filler holds more ink and gets my vote for favorite. But the Touchdown is far easier to service. It will likely need servicing slightly more often that a Vac but it will not require an expert to do so. Simply replace the sac and an o-ring. Both fill with the same style of extending the filler attached to the knob at the end of the pen, submerging the nib in ink then depressing the knob.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have installed a silicone sac in this pen. Silicone lasts much longer than latex. It is also impervious to the nastiest inks. Not all pens are compatible with silicone sacs since they are gas permeable. That is, air may pass through the sac to the interior. That can cause some pens to leak a bit. I have been using this pen and it does not seem to have such an issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is a medium point. It compares to a modern Japanese medium or Western fine. It is firm but not rigid. I find it an expressive and smooth writing experience that I enjoy. If desired, the cap posts securely without risk to the finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen's plastic is without blemish. The 12 karat gold filled plating is completely intact. The only notable flaws in the pen are 2 small but visible creases on either side of the clip and a few flea bites on the cap peak. All in all, the pen is in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 137 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 120 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 147 mm (5.8”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 11.9 mm (0.47”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.9 mm (0.43”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eTouchdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e. Roughly equivalent to a modern Japanese medium or western fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31801617088609,"sku":"","price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20191227_153530.jpg?v=1581388853"},{"product_id":"burgundy-sheaffer-pfm-v-set-extra-fine-fountain-pen-and-ball-point-pen","title":"Burgundy Sheaffer PFM V set - extra-fine fountain pen and ball point pen","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is difficult to write about the Sheaffer PFM (Pen For Men) without fumbling through clichés. There truly is no other pen like it. It is the almost ludicrous complexity of the Snorkel filler wed to the inlaid nib - the best nib Sheaffer ever made - all wrapped up in one of the biggest pens Sheaffer ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Sheaffer PFM is on most vintage pen collector's wish list for good reason. It's even on the list of many pen aficionados who describe themselves as almost exclusively into modern pens. There is perfectly good reason for it's popularity. Cliché or not, there is nothing else like a PFM.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Sheaffer nibs have a well earned reputation for being rigid stiff. At least those found in pens from after the celluloid era began in 1924. The inlaid PFM and Imperial nibs aren't flexible but they are more expressive than their predecessors. I find they offer excellent, if subtle, line variation under normal writing pressure. They are beautiful and fun nibs that are unlike anything else. And this from a die hard fan of the Sheaffer Feather Touch 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen set has only three flaws that I can find. First, the ball point refill is dry. I do not have a replacement but they can be had easily if one truly wants to use that pen. The fountain pen has a flea bite in the plastic of the barrel and a tiny dent in one corner of the cap peak. Both are shown in the photos. Otherwise this set is clean and beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen filler has been restored with a silicone sac. It is impervious to any fountain pen ink and will last longer than a latex sac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra-fine nib is smooth, wet and has a pleasant bit of line variation. It's so nice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 136 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 143 mm (5.6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.9 mm (0.55”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 12.6 mm (0.5”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSnorkel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eExtra-fine with subtle line variation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31820913016929,"sku":"","price":405.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200216_165028.jpg?v=1581917787"},{"product_id":"green-sheaffer-pfm-v-fine-nib","title":"Green Sheaffer PFM V - Fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is no other pen like the Sheaffer PFM. And there is no other PFM like the PFM V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PFM is probably the best known Sheaffer pen. Sheaffer has endeavored to make modern versions to capitalize on that notoriety and popularity. The Touchdown Legacy was the last self-filling pen made by Sheaffer in 1995. That pen is essentially a tribute to the 1959 PFM with the same features but for the snorkel tube. Sheaffer has since made additional Legacy models in cartridge\/converter. The latest rumors indicate the current owners of Sheaffer intend to bring back a new version of the Legacy yet again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI like my Sheaffer Touchdown Legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love my Sheaffer PFMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern pens are very nice. I look forward to the latest incarnation and hope to buy one. There is nothing at all like the original PFM. You may argue the filling system is overly complex. That is true. But, it is  well designed and reliable. The vintage, inlaid nib is like no other. The smooth transition from the barrel to the fat grip is comfortable no matter your grip position or style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the five PFM models only the PFM V has a gold cap. This one is perfect. Metal caps on pens often get dinged, dented, scratched, scuffed or plating loss. This pen suffers from none of those afflictions. It is as perfect as you could wish for a pen from 6 years ago not to mention 60 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the PFM IV and V have a gold capped filler knob. The only flaw on this pen is a tiny scuff on that gold cap. It is shown in the photo of the barrel and cap peaks but it is difficult to see because it is so small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fine nib (by modern, Western standards) is just right. Properly wet, smooth and fun. Sheaffer inlaid nibs are not flexible or even semi-flexible. But they do have a bit of forgiveness and softness that provides subtle line variation under normal writing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe green plastic of the barrel and grip is flawless. No kidding. It's perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filler seals have been replaced with modern, synthetic rubber. The latex sac has been replaced with a silicone version that will take any fountain pen ink and last a very long time. 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Though there are no modern #5 nibs that perform on this level. It is soft and expressive and provides very nice line variation under normal writing pressure. It is not meant to be pushed like a flexible or even semi-flexible nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel-chrome plating on vintage pens does not always hold up well. It tends to pit and flake if not well cared for. This pen has neither of those problems though there are micro-scratches and a few spots where the plating has worn thin. It should hold up well if kept from damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap has a band of brownish color. This is likely at the bottom of the inner cap. It is not stained; the celluloid has changed color there. It is slight and is not a sign of any problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grip section has a plier scar where someone tried to remove it. I have buffed down the worst of the damage but a bit of scarring remains. I cannot feel it when I use the pen. It is cosmetic damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe celluloid is without notable blemish and the barrel transparency is remarkable. It is still green as it was when new made. Exposure to UV light turns transparent celluloid amber or red. There is no ambering here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 138 mm (5.44”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 117 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 155 mm (6.1”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.3 mm (0.52”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.6 mm (0.46”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Fine with lovely line variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31967161679969,"sku":"","price":202.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200327_175244.jpg?v=1585440428"},{"product_id":"1936-golden-brown-sheaffer-balance-standar-size-medium-fine-feather-touch-5-nib-vacuum-fil","title":"~1936 Golden Brown Sheaffer Balance Standar Size - medium-fine Feather Touch 5 nib - Vacuum-Fil","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sheaffer Balance Vacuum-Fil is one of the best pens ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sheaffer Feather Touch 5 nib is one of the best nibs ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you put those two together it makes an amazing writing machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListed in the 1936 catalog as VACUUM $5.00 model C5W this pen would get the model name Admiral in 1938. Golden brown was introduced as a new color in 1936. Catalog copy says:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e$5 models have the famous FEATHERTOUCH two way point.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nibs were designed to write a thinner line when turned upside down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is comparable in physical dimensions to a modern Pelikan M6xx or Sailor 1911L (ProFit 21).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Feather Touch 5 nib is the same size as a modern #5 nib. Though there are no modern #5 nibs that perform on this level. It is soft and expressive and provides very nice line variation under normal writing pressure. It is not meant to be pushed like a flexible or even semi-flexible nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no notable flaws in this pen. The plating is intact and unmarred. There are no marks or flaws in the celluloid. The barrel transparency is remarkable - the filler head is visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 134 mm (5.3”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 115 mm (4.5”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 156 mm (6.1”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.3 mm (0.52”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.6 mm (0.46”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Medium-Fine with lovely line variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31967206735969,"sku":"","price":223.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200327_175918.jpg?v=1585442817"},{"product_id":"1935-ebonized-pearl-sheaffer-balance-standard-size-medium-fine-feather-touch-5-nib-vacuum-fil","title":"1935 Ebonized Pearl Sheaffer Balance Standard Size set - Medium-fine Feather Touch 5 nib - Vacuum-Fil","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheaffer introduced the Vacuum-Fil Balance in 1935. I think it is one of the best pens ever made. And it's paired with the Feather Touch 5 - one of the best nibs ever made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListed in the 1935 catalog as FEATHERTOUCH Balance pen model D5VC \"with the famous FEATHERTOUCH Point\"\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003eThe nibs were designed to write a thinner line when turned upside down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen \u0026amp; pencil are like new. Perfect barrel clarity, flawless celluloid and unmarred trim plating. They look as if they had been put away in their case for for 85 years. A collector couldn't ask for better condition. However, the feed is not original as it has combs on the bottom side rather than a smooth underside. The filling nob is also likely a replacement since the original would have been dome shaped rather than pointed. Only a collector would know these things and they fit perfectly. Most likely replacement parts from a certified Sheaffer repair person many decades ago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Feather Touch 5 nib is the same size as a modern #5 nib. Though there are no modern #5 nibs that perform on this level. It is soft and expressive and provides very nice line variation under normal writing pressure. It is not meant to be pushed like a flexible or even semi-flexible nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen is comparable in physical dimensions to a modern Pelikan M6xx or Sailor 1911L (ProFit 21).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 132 mm (5.2”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 117 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 146 mm (5.8”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.3 mm (0.52”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.6 mm (0.46”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Medium-Fine with lovely line variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31967240618081,"sku":"","price":252.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200327_180506.jpg?v=1585444532"},{"product_id":"blue-lacquer-pilot-vanishing-point-1995-namiki-fine-architect-nib","title":"Blue Lacquer Pilot Vanishing Point - 1995 Namiki fine architect nib","description":"This pen was my first Vanishing Point bought from at the 2015 DC pen show along with a fistful of unrestored vintage Sheaffers. It has served me well though I've rarely used it. It is in excellent condition and I like it, but I prefer my faceted Namiki Vanishing Point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquer is unblemished. The mechanism works perfectly. The trap door closes completely keeping the nib ready to write despite it taking me weeks and weeks to run the pen dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are micro-scratches on the clip but no actual scratches or plating loss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nib is from an earlier pen. It is stamped Namiki, 14K 585, \u0026lt;F\u0026gt;, A695 (1995) and has been ground (not by me) to an architect. It is a very nice grind but my hand is appalling with an architect so don't let the writing sample deter you.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32026803601505,"sku":"","price":111.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200411_085232.jpg?v=1586663908"},{"product_id":"1946-black-parker-vacumatic-major-fine","title":"1946 Black Parker Vacumatic Major - fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage pens don't get much more perfect than this. It's collector grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel clarity, color, condition, plating, plunger. It's amazing. Like someone bought it in 1946 and put it in a box until 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo additional description is adequate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 129 mm (5.1”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 120 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 150 mm (5.9”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.8 mm (0.55”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 12.2 mm (0.48”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacumatic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32036141793377,"sku":"","price":275.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200411_084542.jpg?v=1586836252"},{"product_id":"1963-green-sheaffer-lifetime-1500-extra-fine-nib","title":"~1963 Green Sheaffer LIFETIME 1500 extra-fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eIs a pen considered vintage if it is a cartridge filler? Some would argue not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a difficult argument to support when faced with the history of the Harley Earl designed Waterman c\/f (cartridge filler) released in 1953. That's the first commercially successful cartridge filling pen and it is a contemporary of the Sheaffer Snorkel (1952).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1963 Sheaffer had fully embraced the cartridge filler revolution and offered pens with either cartridge or Touchdown fillers. This pen is essentially identical to the Sheaffer Touchdown Imperial VI except that it is a cartridge filler and the clip and nib are stamped LIFETIME. It's model number 1500 indicates the price was $15.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing in the pen world like a Sheaffer inlaid nib. The PFM, Imperial, LIFETIME, Legacy, etc. are instantly recognizable. They are also excellent writers. The nibs are generally bouncy enough to offer subtle line variation with normal writing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA down side of these pens is lack of compatible converters. They may be found but not easily. However, Sheaffer Skrip cartridges have not changed in design since 1961 and are still available. A cartridge will be included with the pen and it is easy to refill using a syringe. The cartridge holds more ink than a converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condition of this pen is very good. There are no flaws in the nib, barrel, cap or clip. All the plating is intact and beautiful. The steel caps often have dented peaks - not this pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra-fine nib has been adjusted to write a smooth, medium-wet line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCredit and thanks to PenHero.com (@penherostore) and SheafferTarga.com for historical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 137 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 144 mm (5.7”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 11.9 mm (0.47”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.8 mm (0.42”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecartridge\/converter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Extra-Fine with subtle line variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32150885204065,"sku":"","price":125.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200428_183257.jpg?v=1588368410"},{"product_id":"1948-persian-blue-sheaffer-triumph-valiant-vacuum-fill-henry-h-brown-extra-fine-nib","title":"1948 Persian Blue Sheaffer Triumph Valiant - Vacuum-Fill - Henry H. Brown - Extra-Fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003e1948 Persian Blue Sheaffer Triumph Valiant - Vacuum-Fill - Henry H. Brown - Extra-Fine nib\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn ~1948 Sheaffer switched from celluloid to injection molded plastic and never looked back. I'm a celluloid fan. There's nothing else like it. The one good thing about Sheaffer's switch is Persian Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian Blue pens were only available from 1948-1951. With the introduction of the Snorkel in 1952 Sheaffer switched plastic suppliers and the Persian blue was replaced by pastel blue. Nice, but not even close. I have many Persian Blue pens. I find them almost irresistible. The color is so rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy guess is that Henry H. Brown received this set as a gift. He inked the pen once just to show some appreciation to the giver. Then he put it back into it's box and went back to using whatever had already become his old reliable pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is as close to NOS (New Old Stock) as they come. The inner barrel is as transparent - with a subtle green hue - as the day it was made. The Persian blue barrels and caps are flawless. There is not even a hint of plating loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only flaw is the bottom half of the Henry H. Brown imprint on the pencil is weak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've adjusted the extra-fine nib to write a smooth, wet line. It's comparable to a modern, western extra-fine. It's an excellent writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Valiant was Sheaffer's top of the line pen. I've seen people use Oversize Triumph in descriptions. That seems odd to me since Sheaffer made only 2 diameters of Triumph pen. Yes, the Valiant is the larger diameter. I have large hands and find no difficulty in using the pen unposted. Though the cap is made so that it will post.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacuum-Fil system is freshly restored and guaranteed for at least 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 132 mm (5.2”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 113 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 150 mm (5.9”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13 mm (0.51”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 12.2 mm (0.48”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFirm, Modern, Western Extra-Fine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32444956835937,"sku":"","price":225.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200614_092528.jpg?v=1592282912"},{"product_id":"1941-golden-brown-sheaffer-balance-vigilant-vacuum-fil-fine","title":"1941 Golden Brown Sheaffer Balance Vigilant - Vacuum-Fil - fine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis pen has a \"military\" clip. The Army uniform regulations at that time required the breast shirt pocket flap to close without any protrusions or bumps. Most of the pens makers devised models whose clips reached the top of the cap so the pen would be entirely inside the pocket when clipped to the top edge. Apart from this distinctive cap, the pen is the same as a Balance Sovereign. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe US was in wartime production mode so brass was restricted. Sheaffer used silver as the base metal for the clip and cap bands. Gold plated sterling silver is generally called vermeil. Sheaffer did not mention the use of silver in their 1941 catalog so it seems reasonable to assume the silver is not sterling. The clip end and cap band have severe plating loss but I think the silver shining through looks great and it provides opportunity for the pen to tell a unique story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is a Vacuum-Fil which is like a Visconti power filler or a twsbi vacuum filler. The filler restoration is guaranteed for at least one year provided Noodler's ink is strictly avoided. It is notorious for staining celluloid and melting rubber filler parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe nib is a narrow LIFETIME. It is narrower than the nib on the top-line Balance Premier (Oversize). I believe it to be a nicer nib because it's narrow profile provides some very slight softness compared to the notoriously rigid Premier nibs. The fine nib is equivalent to a modern, western extra-fine or a Japanese fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can see photos of the restoration process here: \u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/CPpvxYE8qNxA3TZa7\" class=\"Xx\" dir=\"ltr\" data-display=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/CPpvxYE8qNxA3TZa7\" data-sanitized=\"https:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/CPpvxYE8qNxA3TZa7\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ehttps:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/CPpvxYE8qNxA3TZa7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 129 mm (5.1”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 116 mm (4.6”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 152 mm (6.0”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12 mm (0.47”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.7 mm (0.42”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Extra-Fine or Japanese Fine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32522101653601,"sku":"","price":155.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200704_192457.jpg?v=1593990055"},{"product_id":"1947-golden-brown-sheaffer-triumph-crest-vacuum-fil-fine-79-nib","title":"~1947 Golden Brown Sheaffer Triumph Crest - vacuum-fil - fine 79 nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eAround 1946 or 1947 Sheaffer began using injection molded plastics for major components of their pens. The grip section and inner barrel of these pens are a single, injection molded part. The striped, golden brown celluloid outer barrel is a cover or, as Pelikan calls theirs, a binde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen has a nib stamped with a 79. It was a Sheaffer nib size and style designation. The 79 nib has slightly shorter tines and a stubby appearance compared to the nib from the larger pens, like the Valiant. I prefer the shape of the 79 nib. And it's short, wide tines tend to produce points that are quite stubby in shape. They often have a nice, subtle touch of line variation. This nib writes a nice, wet fine line that is probably equivalent to a modern, western extra-fine or a Japanese fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI didn't know that Sheaffer was still using silver as their base metal in 1946-7. But a bit of plating loss on the cap lip and clip clearly shows silver beneath. Perhaps brass was yet difficult or expensive to acquire. There are a few dimples in the cap peak though it is not bashed in as they so often are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe celluloid is without flaw. That is, unless you consider personalization a flaw - I do not. The name E C Newton is stamped above the manufacturer's imprint. The w is very light and difficult to capture in photos. The white dot is on the end of the filler knob. It's fun to track the migration of the white dot location through the various generations of Sheaffer pens. They evidently have difficulty figuring how to place it in the preferred position above the clip on the first generations of metal caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 124 mm (4.9”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 106 mm (4.2”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 138 mm (5.45”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12 mm (0.47”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVintage Fine; Modern, Western Extra-Fine or Japanese Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32522160603233,"sku":"","price":189.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200704_191131.jpg?v=1593994539"},{"product_id":"1948-umber-sheaffer-tuckaway-sovereign-extra-fine","title":"1948 Umber Sheaffer Tuckaway Sovereign - extra-fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1948 Sheaffer stopped using celluloid. It makes me a little sad. However, the injection molded plastics they turned to did have some interesting colors. I like the Sheaffer umber pens. It's a deep and rich color that I find pleasing. Pens in this color seem to be less common than the typical black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother uncommon feature of this pen is the standard, open nib. In 1942 Sheaffer introduced the Triumph pen. They called the nib the Sheath-Point but today collectors universally call them Triumph nibs. The overwhelming majority of Sheaffer pens made from 1942-1948 (the last Triumph model) carried a Sheath-Point nib. Though there were a few models with more traditional nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pen has been well kept. The plastic is in very nice condition and the ink view grip section retains much of the original green hue. The ink windows tend to darken with exposure to UV or staining inks. The feed has a few damaged fins but this does not impact ink flow or performance. The manufacturer's imprint includes a price code 875 for $8.75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra-fine nib has been adjusted to write a wet, smooth line. The Vacuum-Fil system is guaranteed for at least one year provided Noodler's ink is strictly avoided. That stuff stains plastics and melts rubber filler components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 115 mm (4.5”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 98 mm (3.85”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 132 mm (5.2”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.6 mm (0.5”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eExtra-Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32522182426721,"sku":"","price":135.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200704_185859.jpg?v=1593998034"},{"product_id":"1949-umber-sheaffer-touchdown-statesman-fine-extra-fine","title":"1949 Umber Sheaffer Touchdown Statesman - fine\/extra-fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1949 Sheaffer did another one of their surprise lane changes. They replaced the entire Triumph line with the Touchdown. While the Triumph line was named for the first pen model - sort of like US Navy ship classes - the Touchdown line is named for the filling system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Touchdown filler is pneumatic and includes a sac. It's not an intricate or complex filler but it is somewhat difficult to explain the technical details. I find it simplest to liken it to a bicycle pump. That's not entirely accurate, but it's not too far off the mark. Unscrew the knob, extend the Touchdown tube, submerge the nib\/feed\/section in ink, close the Touchdown tube, wait a few seconds for the sac to fill with ink. Wipe off the section and you are good to go. The operation, apart from the few seconds waiting at the end, is exactly the same as the Vacuum-Fil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary failure mode of the Touchdown pens is the end of the barrel. There is an o-ring groove inside to provide a seal with the Touchdown tube. This is a very thin portion of the barrel and prone to cracking due to plastic shrinkage from UV exposure. This pen has been well cared for and exhibits no hint of shrinkage or cracking - see the photos. As long as it is not stored in a sunny spot it will last for many more decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote this is a first year Touchdown pen. It is a larger diameter than the Touchdown Thin Model introduced in 1950.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap should bear a white dot. This is likely a replacement cap from a 1948 Sovereign. It fits perfectly and you'd not know it was incorrect unless you were a collector or went scouring the fabulous pages of @penherostore's web site. If you did, then you'd also see the nib has lost it's palladium plating. That doesn't hinder performance in the slightest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ink view grip section has ambered and it has a few scuff marks where some fool used pliers to open the pen. The section retains sufficient transparency to see the ink level. The scuffs have no sharp edges and become unimportant as soon as the nib touches the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fine\/extra-fine nib has been adjusted to write a wet, smooth line. The Touchdown filler is guaranteed for at least one year provided Noodler's ink is strictly avoided. That stuff stains plastics and melts rubber filler components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 134 mm (5.26”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 114 mm (4.48”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 149 mm (5.8”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.7 mm (0.5”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.5 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTouchdown\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFine\/Extra-Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32522258514017,"sku":"","price":135.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200704_190510.jpg?v=1594001298"},{"product_id":"1943-5-marine-green-sheaffer-triumph-tuckaway-valiant-ii-extra-fine","title":"1943-5 Marine Green Sheaffer Triumph Tuckaway Valiant II - extra-fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheaffer introduced the Triumph in 1942. It replaced the Balance that was the Sheaffer flagship line since 1929. Through 1948 there were 4 generations of Triumph pen. This is a 2nd generation Triumph introduced in 1943. With this generation came a wide variety of models under the Triumph line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheaffer re-used model names from the Balance line. They simply appended a II to each name. I wonder if this was a lack of imagination or a conscious marketing decision. The latter seems most likely. Much the same way auto companies keep successful model names for decades despite making dramatic change to the cars. The Valiant II was near the top end of the price spectrum of models. Only the metal cap pens and 14 karat trim models were more expensive. Though the trims are all that separate these models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Triumph models had a Tuckaway model. The Tuckaway is a pocket pen that has all the identical features of the full size models, just smaller and with a button clip. The nib is the same size as that on the full size pen. The clip is more of a roll stop than a clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower edge of the cap band has some plating loss. The edges of the clip have extensive plating loss. The underlying clip metal is silver. During World War II Sheaffer used mainly silver base metal since brass was restricted to defense use. Plating loss is less than ideal, but in this case it's a conversation starter. The cap peak has some stress fractures that I have fused and stabilized. They will not propagate. Finally, the wide band has one small crease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filling system has been completely restored, takes a full fill and is guaranteed for at least one year provided you strictly avoid Noodler's ink. The firm nib is a western extra-fine or Japanese fine. It has been adjusted to write a wet, smooth line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small, pocket size pen. The cap posts to result in a comfortable length pen for even large hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 113 mm (4.45”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 95 mm (3.75”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 130 mm (5.1”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.2 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.3 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eModern, Western Extra-Fine or Japanese Fine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32597397045345,"sku":"","price":101.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200801_185426.jpg?v=1596409957"},{"product_id":"1943-5-golden-brown-sheaffer-triumph-tuckaway-valiant-ii-broad","title":"1943-5 Golden Brown Sheaffer Triumph Tuckaway Valiant II - stubby broad nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2nd generation (1943-1945) of the Sheaffer Triumph pens brought a wide variety of new models compared to the 2 or 3 in the 1st generation (1942). One of the top-end models is the Valiant II. It came in a full size pen and this smaller Tuckaway - a pen meant for a gentleman's vest or trouser pocket or a lady's hand bag. Each Tuckaway model is a shorter, slimmer version of the full size model. Yet the caps post easily to make the pen comfortable to use even by a man with large hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition of the pen is brilliant. There are no scratches, marks, plating loss or damage. The celluloid is gorgeous. The transparency is very good. The imprint and the filler knob knurling are deep and crisp. The button clip is gold plated silver - a common thing for wartime Sheaffer pens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the above history and information is almost unimportant compared to the nib. I have seen only a handful of Triumph nibs like this and none of them was on a Tuckaway. What an amazing thing.\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It is a true, vintage broad with gorgeous, stub-like line variation. It was not likely intended to be a stub, but it is so wide that it has that character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vacuum-fil system has been restored with modern techniques and materials. It should last decades and is guaranteed against failure for at least 1 year provide unsafe inks are strictly avoided.\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\":ds.co\" class=\"tL8wMe EMoHub\" style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou can see photos of the restoration process here: \u003c\/span\u003ehttps:\/\/photos.app.goo.gl\/aegLdCz1omWt6izS7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 114 mm (4.5”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 97.5 mm (3.8”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 132 mm (5.2”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.2 mm (0.48”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.4 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eStubby vintage broad\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32652161286241,"sku":"","price":203.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200821_184622.jpg?v=1598080720"},{"product_id":"1935-emerald-pearl-parker-vacumatic-standard-fine-nib","title":"1935 Emerald Pearl Parker Vacumatic Standard - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are too few green vintage fountain pens. Was green not a popular color in the 1930s and 1940s? It seems there are far more black and brown vintage pens than green. Those are fine and good. But green celluloid has such amazing depth. This pen is no exception. Parker stacked celluloid is fabulously beautiful stuff. Amazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrel clarity is very good. The celluloid is perfect and without blemish. The thin triple bands have some plating loss but they are tight and straight. The clip is straight and, like the tassie, has perfectly intact plating. The nib has the correct date code (15) to match the barrel but it's plating is gone. The jewels are black rather than the original striped green celluloid to match the pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is wonderful. It is a wet, smooth fine. It is a firm nib but has a hint of softness. Not to be pushed in the least but it will display a touch of subtle line variation with normal writing pressure on good paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 130 mm (5.2”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 120 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 154 mm (6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.8 mm (0.54”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 12 mm (0.47”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLock-down Vacumatic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32667214479457,"sku":"","price":204.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/IMG_20200828_182559.jpg?v=1598677954"},{"product_id":"1947-golden-brown-sheaffer-triumph-desk-pen-fine-nib","title":"~1947 Golden Brown Sheaffer Triumph Desk pen - fine nib","description":"\u003cp\u003eEveryone should have a desk pen. Once you become accustomed to having a pen at hand that doesn't need to be uncapped to use you'll wonder why you didn't have one sooner. And not only the convenience, but also the beauty and class of a vintage celluloid pen on a marble base. You'll find excuses to take notes or make journal entries just so you can hold the pen. This is not a cheap ballpoint on a chain at the convenience store.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI especially love the way Sheaffer did desk pens. The pen holder is essentially a cap attached to the base. It is made of celluloid and it has metal threads inside. These threads connect with the thread ring on the pen. This ensures the pen does not dry out and it stays securely in the holder. Yet it comes away in hand with only 1\/2 turn of the pen. Well designed and well made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen and holder are in perfect condition. The celluloid is flawless as is the plating. The ink view grip section has very good clarity; the feed tail and plunger end are easily visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nib is a wet, smooth, fine point. A generous fine in vintage terms or an average, modern, western fine. It has been adjusted to be wet and smooth. The turned up, Waverly style point that Sheaffer is famous for, does, indeed, make for a comfortable writing experience regardless of writing angle. That is, whether the pen is angled steeply or at a low angle, the curve of the point offers excellent contact area to provide a comfortable writing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacuum-Fil filler has been restored with modern, synthetic rubber that will last decades. The filler restoration is guaranteed for at least 1 year as long as Noodler's ink is strictly avoided. That stuff will eat the filler seals and gasket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe marble desk base has a bit of plating loss on the pen rests and a couple of chips. 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Please browse the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cases are machine washable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen cases are small, light and durable enough for 1 or 2 to ship within the US by USPS First Class envelope. You may choose that option at checkout. This rate will not be available for any order of 3 or more cases or any order that includes a pen. 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For years we've shipped home every pen in a hand-made fabric pen sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the pen case we desired for our own use. It's what we've wanted in a pen case but have been unable to find. So we designed it and make it ourselves. We liked it so much that we're offering them for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are hand-made cases for 8 BIG pens. They feature a middle stash pocket large enough for an A6 or thin Midori notebook, a phone or a small wallet, keys and\/or any other thing you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer shell is premium, soft Japanese cotton that feels as good as it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner shell is super-soft and fuzzy fleece. The pen slots are made from cotton flannel. Your pens are nestled in nothing harsher than you'd wear next to your skin. Together these several layers provide ample padding to protect your pens and valuables should you choose to drop the pen case in a bag or backpack. The ribbon closure securely holds the flap that is long enough to allow the mouth (G8temouth) of the case to expand or contract depending on what you need to carry inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery case is unique with a variety of patterns and colors for the shells, linings and pen sleeves. Please browse the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cases are machine washable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen cases are small, light and durable enough for 1 or 2 to ship within the US by USPS First Class envelope. You may choose that option at checkout. This rate will not be available for any order of 3 or more cases or any order that includes a pen. Such orders must ship domestically via USPS Priority to ensure their safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32715448287329,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/PXL_20200918_025833865.jpg?v=1600401299"},{"product_id":"marine-green-sheaffer-balance-admiral-jewelers-band","title":"Marine Green Sheaffer Balance Admiral jewelers band","description":"The Sheaffer Pen Company selected authorized dealers to sell their pens. Walter Sheaffer began his professional career as a jeweler. Jewelry stores were among the stores that Sheaffer sought as authorized retailers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSheaffer made Balance pens, such as this one, with somewhat ornate cap bands. These pens are not found in any Sheaffer catalog. Sheaffer collectors speculate these pens were made exclusively for sale by authorized jewelry stores. They have been dubbed jewelers band pens.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePens with straight line bands like this one, are not rare, though they are uncommon. This is a less common, uncommon pen. Most jewelers band pens are the thinner barrel Craftsman model with a #3 nib. I speculate the Craftsman pens were made on spec for jewelry store display cases. And that the larger, less common jewelers band pens like this one were only available by special order.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat makes this pen stand out is the Feather Touch 5 nib. One of the best nibs ever produced. Ever. It has the perfect amount of softness and bounce to produce mesmerizing line variation under normal writing pressure. So much fun and happiness.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pen is in excellent condition with no plating loss and flawless celluloid. The ink view barrel has very good clarity and holds a lot of ink. The filler rod has been replaced with one made from black oxide coated, stainless steel. The filling system restoration is guaranteed for at least one year provided Noodler's ink is strictly avoided. It will melt the rubber in the filler and stain the barrel. There are several small pock marks in the grip section.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 140 mm (5.1”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 155 mm (6.”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 13.3 mm (0.53”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 11.5 mm (0.45”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVacuum-Fil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32760169398369,"sku":"","price":203.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/PXL_20201004_191521967.jpg?v=1601863265"},{"product_id":"1964-grey-sheaffer-500-dolphin-fine","title":"~1964 Grey Sheaffer 500 \"Dolphin\" fine","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage fountain pen collectors love to call this pen the Sheaffer Dolphin. Sheaffer had 3 models they called the 500, 800 \u0026amp; 1000. These were among the first cartridge filling pens that Sheaffer offered. Any additional information I can offer would be nothing but plagiarizing the excellent article at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.penhero.com\/PenGallery\/Sheaffer\/SheafferDolphin.htm\" title=\"PenHero.com\"\u003ePenHero.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting grip section and nib arrangement carries an unhallmarked 14k, fine nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique thing about this pen is that is unused and still has its factory chalk marks that say \"Fine, $10.00\". This is often an attractive feature for collectors. Therefore, I have not inked or polished the pen but left it as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn empty Sheaffer cartridge will be provided with the pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapped - 136 mm (5.4”)\u003cbr\u003eUncapped - 119 mm (4.7”)\u003cbr\u003ePosted - 143 mm (5.6”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCap - 12.8 mm (0.51”)\u003cbr\u003eBarrel - 10.8 mm (0.43”)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Edited\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paper Wants A Pen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37052392702146,"sku":"","price":101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/7055\/3441\/products\/PXL_20201011_205229328.jpg?v=1602721150"}],"url":"https:\/\/paperwantsapen.com\/collections\/sold-pens.oembed?page=19","provider":"Paper Wants A Pen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}