April 2001
| Swisher Pens "Clearance" Page
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4/30/2001: Chuck Swisher |
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Hi Folks,
We now have a "Clearance" page on our web site. We currently have several items listed at substantially reduced prices. To find this page, please copy and past the following link to your browser:
http://www.swisherpens.com/Specials/Clearance.html
(We also have a link to this page on our "Specials" page.)
We will be adding several additional items to this page over the next few
weeks, so please check back for additional clearance items in a week or two.
Thank you, we appreciate your business.
Best wishes,
Chuck Swisher - chuck@swisherpens.com
Swisher Pens, Inc. - http://www.swisherpens.com - "Your Internet Source For
Fine Quality Writing Instruments"
Tele: (757) 467-4673
Toll Free: (888) 340-7367
Fax: (757) 471-4226
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| Chicago Update
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4/30/2001: Don Lavin |
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Here is the latest on the Chicago Pen Show. All ads have been placed with the Chicago Sun-Times, Tribune and Pioneer Press as well as some smaller local newspapers and publications. Ads for the show have and will run as many as 5 days in some publications and as a result we have already received a writeup by one of the papers. We get written up often which is nice and very helpful for the dealers, especially on Sunday when the public joins the hardcore collectors before becoming hardcore collectors.
I have been asked repeatedly whether it is too late to register for the show and the answer is an emphatic "no". We only require advanced registration for Sunday table holders as there is just so much space which can be used and this year every nook and cranny is filled. We have sold over 190 tables which we have been reluctant to do in the past. The mix is also excellent with about 45 tables taken by retailers and manufacturers, roughly 25%. The balance are vintage dealers, ephemera dealers and antique dealers who bring a mix of items focusing on pens but with a number of watches, lighters, leather goods and other men's collectibles. And some dealers do very well with jewelry - collectors who do well like to pick up gifts for their wives and significant others and wives in attendance have an opportunity to look at objects that do not write.
It looks like we will have over 200 people in the hotel before Friday which means we will open the 12th floor trade rooms earlier on Thursday, probably around 2 or 3. Otherwise the lobby of this 5 star hotel will look like a mid-eastern bizarre with people occupying every table and chair and then moving onto the floors, crawling around in search of deals. Not a pretty site but one which I love. And we have arranged to keep the Starbucks counter in the hotel staffed and open well beyond their normal hours - crazed collectors are afraid to blink during the show for fear of missing out on a deal or a feeding frenzy. Oh, the feeding frenzy - occurs most often on Friday afternoons and evenings - new blood appears, drops a bag of pens on a table and the place goes nuts, like sharks moving in for the kill. The poor wild eyed newbie sees bills being thrown at him by vets holding handfuls of pens yelling "how much for all of these?" "Give me your best price" even though the existing price is well below present value. My blood is heating up already.
So, if you were thinking about coming to the show, come on. I still am holding a few rooms and there are overflow hotels in the area. And bring the deed to your house for backup. Don |
| RE: Paper
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4/30/2001: Reuben |
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For everyday note taking woth a fountain pen, it is hard to beat AMPAD Gold Fibre pads. They come in both narrow and wide rule. |
| German Iridium Nib & case
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4/30/2001: greg |
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Does anyone know where I might replacement parts (either just the nib or the complete Nib & plastic casing (fine thread) for an older Bombay Company Gift pen?
Pen has a steel, plated nib and the Tynes? (spelling?) were bent beyond repair. I'd like to try to find a replacement to mount to the pen.
Thanks,
Greg |
| Balloons on pens
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4/30/2001: Danni Suskin |
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Does anyone know of a fountain pen that features or featured Hot air or helium balloons? If so, anyone have one for sale? |
| StylophileS 1999 CD Edition
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4/30/2001: Len Provisor |
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This rates a a solid "Wow!"
Just received my 1999 edition StylophileS CD Magazine in the mail today, and two minutes later it was on my monitor.
I previously missed some of this material from 1999, so this is not only an exceptional bargain at $25., the CD gives me many hours of interesting material to read and view. This is even a great gift for me to give to business clients and friends. Over fifty articles professionally written by Bill Riepl and pen contributors, over 200 images of new and vintage pens. Let me tell you, Bill just ain't no slouch in the digital camera department. His composition of images, pens and backgrounds alone, are a pleasure to view, and as professional as any I've seen in any fountain pen publications anywhere.
Thank you guys, great job. |
| Odd Duofold (?) Pencil
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4/30/2001: Jan |
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I picked up a Parker pencil today that has me scratching my head. It appears to be the small sized streamline Duofold. It looks exactly (and I do mean exactly)like the green one in the middle of the top right picture on Page 121 of the F&S Blue Book. It's got the doouble bands, the black cap that holds the clip in place, the longish nose, and the Duofold clip with the patent date. The only thing different is the color, which appears to be a Thrift Time variety. The color looks like it matches the pencil in the middle of the top left picture on Page 123 of the same book. It's cream and brown with flecks of something that looks like gold leaf. It's defintely not the normal Duofold black and pearl color, nor is it the moderne green and pearl. Was Parker known to make Duofolds in this color, or is this pencil a bit of an oddity? |
| SENSA PENS
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4/30/2001: KAREN POE |
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IS THERE A REPLACEMENT PART FOR THE GELL GRIP ON SENSA PENS .I PUNCTURED MINE AND ALL THE GELL IS LEAKING OUT. PLEASE ADVISE |
| re: Parker 21
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4/30/2001: Waco Johnny D |
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http://www.ettnet.se/~boris/parkerindex.html |
| Stolen mail
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4/30/2001: Michael Fan |
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I have sent 2 registered mail with cash to Germany to pay for the pens won in penbid.One arrived with empty develop, the other one still not arrive(I sent this 1 month ago).Can anyone tell me what I can do about it?(I have lost confident by senting mail thorugh registered mail!) |
| paper
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4/30/2001: Robert H. |
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Hi. I'm hoping that someone could help me out with some advice on paper. I have been using a couple of vintage pens (51 & vacumatic) as everyday writers at work and home. These pens write wonderfully! ...as long as I find a paper they agree with. Any suggestions on specific types/brands of notepads for everyday writing that work well with founain pens? (I'm a graduate student, so I'm doing alot of note taking)... Thanks |
| Waterman Liaison
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4/29/2001: Rod |
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Ron. The Waterman Liaison is available in Orange Woodgrain Ebonite and Mahogany Ebonite (and Black Resin).
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| Parker 21
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4/29/2001: bob |
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I have picked up several Parker 21's in the past and have noticed that there are two types. A Super and a "regular". The regular has a poor nib and feed while the Super appears to have a 51 nib and feed. Are there any web sites which cover the 21. I would like a list of colors, caps, date made (I have two different arrow clip caps and 2-3 different other caps, so there must be several styles). The Super's write like 51 and are great. The regular 21's ones are the pits. None of my pen books cover the 21. Thanks for any help.
Bob |
| Waterman WHAT?
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4/29/2001: Ron |
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Blanked out on this one.... What is the name of the modern Waterman pen that is made out of hard rubber - like the red ripple? I've forgotten the name and would like to keep my eyes open for one. |
| Colorado Pen
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4/29/2001: Ron |
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I remember a thread that ran on this list last fall about Colorado Pens and whether or not they were going out of business (evidence=VERY low stock!). I was in the Philadelphia area over the weekend, and while there went looking for their store in King of Prussia. It was there! The word that I got was that the remaining 20 stores (20/60 - the other 2/3 were closed) were sold on Feb. 1, and separated from the catalog/on-line business. They will be renamed Paradise Pens once the paper work is done for the name change. In the mean time, it was nice to visit a well stocked store and have a chance to talk pens - something rare for a guy from Syracuse! |
| Visconti FS
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4/29/2001: Lou Kidder |
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*FOR SALE - Price Reduced!!*
Visconti Rinascimento Organza (Black cap/Sterling weave body); very smooth
medium nib. Inked once - like new (mint...) in box.
MSRP is $325, I'd like $225.
Thanks.
Lou Kidder
lskscs@qwest.net
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| Pelikan Golden Phoenix L.E fountain pen
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4/29/2001: Sam LAI |
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New in box with all the paper. US$1950 shipping included. Buyer pay all the import tax.
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| Balance L. E.
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4/28/2001: Gary A. Eaton |
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In answer to the questions from Will:
As a Duofold fanatic of about eight or nine years, I have been using Balances regularly for about the last four or five months and really enjoy them. The LE is very very close to the old oversized Sheaffers from the 30's. I find Balances generally to be good writing pens, so no complaints about the nib. The LE seems to hold ink a little longer that the Balance II's which have a tendency to skip if they set a day, or go to half full. As to keeping the cap posted on the back of the pen, that can be a problem on any Balance. There is not a lot of tension between cap and barrel to hold it in place, and you have to watch and re-seat it regularly. I also worry about putting too much pressure on the cap when posting and cracking it. The pointed butt doesn't guide as evenly as pens with a flat backside. Unlike most pens where clip placement allows most of the pen to rest in your pocket, quite a bit of the Balance sticks out, probably well over an inch. This means the bottom can easily shift around in your pocket. This can be a problem because the humped clip provides minimal friction where it bends down to touch the barrel, increasing the risk of losing the pen. This is a flaw of all Balances. I recently thought I had lost one of my older Balance pens. I had leaned over to set my briefcase in the passenger's seat of the car, and the pen must have quietly fallen out. Took me a day and a half to find it, neatly lying beside my seat where it had landed. Carry a pen every day and this was the first time that had ever happened. Despite all of these faults, I really like the pen and keep refilling and using it. Balances may not be practical, but if you love fountain pens, who cares?
Wouldn't recommend paying anywhere near the list price for one. I got a great buy on mine at a little over a third of list from Jim Gaston (a great dealer) on the place we may not discuss. Hope that helps. |
| Nishimura's Mylar Disks
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4/28/2001: Raymond Wong |
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Friends of pens: I just have to tell you this. I just got some mylar disks from David Nishimura and spent a few hours polishing some of my pens. It is great. My scratchy pens are smooth like "ice on ice". The nicest thing is that I used only half a disk for smoothing about 10 pens. I am very happy about these disks. |
| MontBlanc Johann Sebastian Bach FP For Sale...$380.
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4/28/2001: Klangboylty |
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Hi Penlovers,
I have 2 fountain pens of MontBlanc Johann Sebastian Bach for sale at $380 each. It comes with Bach's reproduced music scripts and black book and service guide. Original box included. Going for $380 each.
Shipping is by EMS SpeedPost $25 worldwide or you pick up your own shipping method and pay actual cost. If you buy two, I ship FREE for you. Both pens is MINT and never used. Cash in registered airmail letter preferred but Money order OK addtional charges of 3%. (Bank clearance charges)
Questions please e-mail me.
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| VISCONTI Kaleido RollerBall Burgundy F.S.
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4/28/2001: Jeff L. |
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I have a mint-in-the-box Visconti Kaliedo rollerball for sale. It's smooth and gorgeous. Still has the sticker on it. All papers, etc. Burgundy with silver trim. Asking $100.00 plus $6.00 s/h. Email me back channel if you're interested.
Jeff
Write On! |
| Sheaffer Balance LE
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4/28/2001: Will Thorpe |
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Anybody got comments on the Balance LE Lever filler. Specifically does the clip have enough tenson, how well does the cap post and any comments on the nib? |
| Chicago Pen Show Update
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4/28/2001: Don Lavin |
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Just a quick announcement to let people know that I am still holding 5 rooms in my name for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at the Westin O'Hare for the Chicago Pen Show on May 4,5 an 6. If anyone makes a last minute decision to come to the show please contact me so that I can swap out the rooms at the show rate.
This year's show has some special treats in store for party animals tiring of looking at pens. A group of collectors going to Buddy Guy's Legends on Friday night on buses provided by the hotel for $20 roundtrip fare, will be pleased to learn that the name entertainer that night is none other than John Mayhall. I still have music of his dating back to the 70s. Buses leave at 6:30 and dinner is available. Admission to the club is $12.00.
And the Saturday night jam session is really shaping up. Many musicians will be strutting their stuff in the Executive Forum including the outstanding Jake Engel with FPH of NY on harmonica and the unforgettable D.J. Kennedy on trombone complete with scarves hanging from the slide. Thanks go to Sandy Sandina (guitar and vocals) and Len Provisor (no musical talent whatsoever) for putting this together.
Remember, pen shows offer far more than just pens. They provide the greatest venue for social interaction amongst pen collectors. Don |
| Stylophiles CD Rom
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4/28/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
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Just a quick update as we get ready for the Chicago Pen Show next week. We are now shipping the 1999 Styophiles CD Rom so get your order in soon. For those that have preorderd they will be shipped tomorrow. We will also have them with us at the Chicago show, so stop by the Penlovers table to pick yours up. We are sure you won't be disapointed. See you in Chicago! Dean |
| Pelikan Xuan Wu LE
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4/28/2001: JiaXian |
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Hi,
I just received the newly released Pelikan Xuan Wu LE FP. It's the fourth and final pen in the Asia LE series. I'm asking $1365 plus shipping. Please email if you have any questions or require pictures.
SJX Collections - http://home1.pacific.net.sg/~teomm/index.html
Regards,
JiaXian |
| VAC with anchor
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4/28/2001: Raymond Beurre |
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I seem to recall a promotion for a butter company back in the late forties using a anchor motif. The Anchor butter company was based in Leeds N.E. England until it was taken over by a large food corporation in the 1960's. I hope that clarifies things. |
| Vac with anchor |
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4/27/2001: David Nishimura |
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Duncan's on target here. This particular anchor has nothing to do with
Olsen or the Danish Parkers. The 9K mark immediately tells one that it is English, for the
English market. |
| VAC with anchor |
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4/27/2001: Duncan |
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I believe the pen was a special order, made for a north east of England
ship builder,other similar pens are known to exist(maxima set), also Bonhams have had at
least one go through there auction house. |
| Vac with Anchor |
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4/27/2001: Bruce |
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Does the anchor contain the letters C and O? If so, it would be from the
C. Olsens factory in Denmark, makers of Penol and as I understand, licenced to produce
Parker pens. Other than that, no ideas. |
| Proust Ballpoint Needed |
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4/27/2001: Ken Jones |
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I am in need of a Montblanc Proust Ballpoint. If anyone has one to sell
please e-mail me. Thanks Ken Jones Bertrams Inkwell |
| Vac with 9ct Anchor |
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4/27/2001: Stuart
Whyte |
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Many thanks for the help. Just a little more information to see if it
rings any bells. The anchor measures 1" (25mm) x 1/2" (12mm) and is placed
immediately to the left of the Parker gold clip, with the top of the anchor about half way
down the clip and then extending about 1/2" below the bottom of the clip. This pen
has the Parker clip but no additional logo on the barrel.The imprint reads "Made in
Canada Parker Vacumatic PAT No 318982 Reg TMS". I cannot see any other markings on
the barrel or cap, other than the 9ct stamp on the anchor. The pen is 5 1/4" long
with the cap on. Does this help or confuse? |
| Chicago Pen Show Rocks!!! |
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4/26/2001: Len
Provisor |
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What started as a Friday nite visit to a Chicago Blue Club is now a
highlight event of the show. Great enthusiasm by many for the Fri nite Dinner/Blues Night
to Buddy Guy's Legends in downtown Chicago. To attend, just show up in the lobby at 6:30
sharp for hotel bus departure, $20./person round-trip, pay cash to the driver, $12./person
cover at the Club. Great Cajun and Soul food, many Veggie selections also for dinner. Best
of all...feature entertainment is John Mayall on his world-wide Tour, legendary Jazz/Blues
Harmonica genius, his band Blues Breakers is world famous for many such as Eric Clapton,
Fleetwood Mac and others. This is one night you don't want to miss. Saturday night is an
impromptu amateur Jam Session, held in the Executive Forem (room where auction is held)and
boy, do we have a lot of pen collector talent lined up for a another ROCKING Jazz night.
Modest Jake "Hot Lips"Engels is on harmonica, others on guitar, drums...this
will be a real special nite. Food and munchies, and prizes for performing entertainers
(those on stage, that is)and the audience is going to be Da Judge. If you have not made
reservations yet, e-mail Don Lavin at dlpens@aol.com and hope for a room, overflow hotel
nearby are making rooms available. Huge pen show, 200+ tables, 320+ piece vintage auction,
Blues Night, Jam Session, what more can you ask for? OK, Pizza Night Thurs eve compliments
of "The Mouth" Judd Perlson. |
| 1946 Parker "51" Beechcraft airplane model |
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4/26/2001: Len
Provisor |
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Chicago Pen Show is almost here, in just one more week running May 3
(early arrival play time)thu May 6. I'll have this most unusual model on display. This is
the plane that inspired Kenneth Parker to produce the first "51" Flighter
fountain pen. Only about 25 left of the first 100 only that will be consecutively
numbered. All models will be personally signed by Geoffrey S. Parker, great grandson of
George S. Parker. Solid wood construction, 18" wingspan, 30 coats of paint and
detailed from original blueprints and Parker family photo archives. This will make an
outstanding addition to your Parker collection, and is destined to become very desireable
becasue...these will be made by subscription orders only. That means no mass production,
produced only to the end of 2001. Last year's Parker Duofold plane resulted in about 120
only, making this an extremely low production. For detailed vintage and actual model
images of this Parker "51" Beechcraft, visit my website WWW.INKBLOTTERS.COM
Delivery of first production run is anticipated late May, mid-June. |
| Va with anchor symbol |
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4/26/2001: Len
Provisor |
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David, I think you are correct that this is the symbol of a Danish
importer. Why don't you direct this question to Michael Fultz or to Steven Martin at
PenBid, based in Denmark. Fraternal emblems would be larger, and are usually made separate
from the band decoration and attached to those bands before final assembly. |
| Vac with Anchor |
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4/26/2001: isaacson |
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A vac with anchor on the cap. Interesting. Best i recall, the anchor
symbol was used by Danish importers of vacs. I've seen anchors on the vac barrel imprint,
but never a solid gold anchor on the capband. So, i don't really know. Could speculate it
was an option by same importer. Could speculate (as you suggest) it was a later add-on by
some other group (perhaps analogous to the fraternal order symbols implanted on a bunch of
watermans that will be, per vague rumor, in the Chicago auction). But I'd bet has
something to do with the danish vac importer- what the heck was the name- Penol or some
such? regards. david |
| NOS 51s & 75s Etc |
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4/26/2001: Peter
Ford |
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I've just updated my website www.vintagepens.com.au to include some 51's
and 75's some of which are NOS. There are 15 different 75's offered. As well I have a RARE
Conway Stewart #22 Floral on the Conway page. A.L. reckons only 200 were ever made. I
dispute this, but they are rare. |
| Amy Lane |
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4/26/2001: Edward |
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Does anyone know where Amy Lane can be found on the internet these days? |
| Parker Vacumatic With 9Ct Gold Anchor |
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4/26/2001: Stuart
Whyte |
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Could somebody please help me? I have a vintage green sort of sparkling
Parker Vacumatic which has a 9CT gold anchor on the cap. Is this an Parker production or
has someone added the gold anchor at a later time? |
| Oblique Nibs |
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4/26/2001: Fred Krinke |
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To Bill, Oblique nibs are ground on an angle, it could be left, or right.
It is basiclly, an italic nib, in that it gives you a thick or thin line, depending on how
you hold the pen. This is like a calligraphic nib. Now, the oblique part comes in, that
you can hold the pen at ,say, a 45o angle to achieve the thick/thin line. Most people need
to try,use and practice useing this type of nib. Feel free to contact me if you need more
info. |
| Pens for Sale |
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4/26/2001: Gary A. Eaton |
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Like new current model International Parker Duofold Black roller ball,
boxed as new, slight scratch on outer box $170 retail price sticker - $80 with first class
shipping. Jade Green Sheaffer II Balance Rollerball, have box from another Balance II that
will include - perfect condition, no scratches, chips or dings. $55 with shipping.
Sheaffer Rose Glow Balance II ball pen complete with inner and outer boxes. $45 with
shipping. Vintage green radite Sheaffer Craftsman (Balance) pen in the green and black
stripe model - flat top on the ball of the clip. Fine condition with only superficial wear
and no damage. Clip ball has some brassing on the edges, Sheaffer #3 nib. No sac. Just
short of 5 1/2" long, and the slim ladies model, under 1/2" at cap's end. $20
including shipping. Mini Lifetime Balance in the pearl and black - has name engraved-one
hairline in cap to band, while not the pearly white, is more cream rather than the orange
discoloration. Pretty pen. Just over 4" capped- $20 with shipping. Sheffer Balance Jr
Pencil in the black and gray pearl (no red veining) Nickle silver trim. 4 3/4" Long,
slight contraction of plastic at the joint. Hey if you got the pen --- $9.00 including
shipping. I am not a dealer, just supporting my hobby, so guaranteed return in the same
condition. Do ask you notify me as soon as possible if you don't want to keep the item so
I can sell again. Still looking for cobalt blue and millenium Balance II fountain pens if
anyone wants to work out a trade or sell at an extremely reasonble price. Thanks for
looking! |
| Snorkel filling |
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4/26/2001: Randy |
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Let me wade in on this, and be mindful I am not an expert, but it seems
to me that any pen with 50 year old rubber parts should have those rubber parts replaced,
simply as a matter of course. After all, it is a relatively inexpensive restoration, no
matter if you do it yourself, or hire it done. And if done correctly, may last another 50
years. |
| Upside-down Snorkel |
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4/25/2001: Richard |
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I think someone is missing something here. A Snorkel will actually expel
ink or water on all but the last 1/4" or so of the downstroke; the system works by
compressing the sac until that last little distance, and then as the slot in the outer
tube passes the O-ring, pressure is released and the sac fills. If you operate the plunger
twice in quick succession with the snorkel immersed, you will indeed be filling the pen on
part of the second upstroke--this happens because the sac will not have had time to expand
on its own. Mike, the sac should not adhere to the walls of the inner metal tube. If any
part of the sac is hard, you need a new sac. And you probably also need a new O-ring;
they're notorious for hardening with age. You might or might not need a new blind-cap
gasket or point holder gasket, or both. |
| Snorkel Trouble, well Solved |
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4/24/2001: mike |
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Well...at least part of the trouble with the pen is that part of the
bladder was hard. The part around the top hole was petrified. The rest of the bladder is
supple, and quite nicely adhered to the walls of the tube. The seals on it seem quite
intact, at least according to the tests in the pen repair manual I use. Looks like another
mess! Thanks for your help, though, everyone! |
| oblique nibs |
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4/24/2001: Bill |
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Would someone give a brief explanation of oblique nibs,their advantages
and uses. Thanks |
| Pen Search |
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4/24/2001: Daniel |
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Am looking for newer versions of Waterman Patrician. Green Ball Point,
and Red Fountain Pen (F or M nib.) |
| Confused Snorkel ? |
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4/24/2001: Stephen
Lam |
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Mike, if it really fills on the upstroke, you can rule out a
malfunctioning bladder or blocked snorkel or O ring. If there is something wrong with any
of the above, it won't fill at all. Assuming that it really does not fill on the
downstroke, you should examine the little pressure release slit where the blind cap meets
the plunger casing. That slit may have some dirt/grease/other stuff on it, disabling its
ability to release pressure at the end of the downstroke. Clean it and see if that works. |
| Sheaffer Snorkel |
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4/24/2001: Fred Krinke |
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To Mike; It sounds to me that the plunger, when pushed in, is not
releasing the pressure that collapses the sac inside, and so it is operating like a
hyperdermic needle, it's best to check out the "O" ring, as well as the sac,I
know, not an easy job, but I think if you check these out, and make sure that the rubber
is still soft, in the "O" ring, and the sac, is not too hard, or cracked .Give
me a shout if you need more info. |
| Confused Snorkel |
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4/24/2001: mike |
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Hello, especially to all those Sheaffer Snorkel folks out there in
FountainPenLand! I bought, for a mere $6.80, a grey Snorkel, nothing fancy, but it is
functional. I can get it to take water and shoot across the room, in fact. The problem is
that Sheaffer Snorkels are famous for "filling on the downstroke." This one
bucks the trend! It fills on the UPSTROKE, and when the touchdown filler is returned, a
jet comes rushing forth from the pen. Can anyone tell me what might cause this poor
Snorkel to be so confused? I am hoping that I will not have to take it all apart, for I
have had some pretty bad luck getting these fussy pens back together again and working.
Anyone able to assist me? |
| Auction items |
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4/23/2001: Don Lavin |
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I am pleased to announce that we have just taken a LATE LOT of incredible
rarity and merit: A collection of 27, pre- 1935, Waterman pens with fraternal and other
emblems. The collection includes a black Patrician with "Lions" emblem, #554
with "Mystic Shrine" emblem, 3 pcs #0554 with unknown emblems, 0542 1/2V suite
with red/yellow enamel and unknown crest (Heath metalwork), #55 with presentation:
"PRESS Democratic National Convention June 1924". All of the pens have emblems,
most of which are solid gold, 11 of these have GF trim, 9 have solid gold trim. We have
added some pics on our web site at www.zoss.com/chicagopenshow. I will try to upload some
great closeups. |
| parker lucky curve #3 |
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4/23/2001: Stephen |
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I am seeking any information on this pen. I have this pen and would like
to know about it. It is dated 6-30-91 & 1-3-05. On the styllus is marked Lucky Curve
#3. What is the value, who can help. Thank-you very much. |
| New Conklin Nozaks |
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4/23/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
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Stephen, I can’t really give an accurate comparison between the new
Nozak and the vintage one. The new one is not designed to be an exact replica in any way.
It has some of the characteristics of the vintage ones but is a modern pen in all its
functions. I would tend to guess that a well-tuned vintage Nozak or modern Nozak will
write equally well and the vintage one may have a little more flex in the nib. However
this is just a guess as the vintage ones that we had for photos we were not able to ink
and write with. I would tend to agree that a near mint vintage one would cost a bit more
than the new one. Dean |
| Parker 75 service |
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4/23/2001: Danni Suskin |
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I have aquired a nice Parker 75, but it needs a little service. The nib
appears very loose and is not very smooth to write with (Medium nib). I'm new to all of
this. Please advise where I can have it serviced. Thanks |
| FS: Added to my list: Sheaffer's Sentinel, Parker 51 &
51 Special |
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4/23/2001: Richard |
|
I have added the following newly restored pens to the list of pens I have
for sale. For more info and pix, please visit my site: --
http://www.virtualcrate.com/pens/ -- 1950 Teal blue aerometric Parker 51, Lustraloy cap. F
nib. Condition: B. Writes smoothly. Slight burnishing from cap ball. 53/8”. $85.00 --
Brown parker 51 Special, stainless cap, XF nib. Condition: C+. Writes well for an XF nib.
Condition B except for small rust spot near clip. $40.00 -- Blue Sheaffer's Sentinel
Snorkel, Triumph M nib. Condition: A2. Two-tone Triumph nib. Chrome plated cap with GFT.
59/16”. $80.00 -- You can fall in love with a vintage fountain pen and buy it
securely on line through PayPal with your VISA or MasterCard. What better way to get a
little instant gratification? Happy shopping! |
| Pens in New mexico |
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4/22/2001: Len
Provisor |
|
Mary, you have to make some time to get up to Santa Fe, about an hour's
ride up one of the most beautiful scenic drives in America. Visit my friend Neal Frank and
his wife Violet at Santa Fe Pens in a small shopping mall just a few blocks from the town
square. Get your pen fix, then plop down on a bench in the square...the air, the sun, the
sky, the light...it's magnificent. There's an antique store in the magnificent La Fonda
Hotel, right on the corner. I think you can tell I liked my vacation there a few years
ago. |
| Penbid problems |
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4/22/2001: Saul
Kitchener |
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I am also having problems logging on to Penbid using Netscape. I don't
get a fatal error every time, but it does happen quite a bit. |
| dupont fountain pens |
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4/22/2001: CHRIS |
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does anyone know where i can get these pens at discounted prices? chris |
| penbid.com |
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4/22/2001: Bob Dye |
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Is anybody else having trouble logging onto penbid.com using Netscape? I
get a fatal err every time. I am not a computer guru and wonder if others are having
problems too. Thanks. Bob |
| pen store in Albuquerque |
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4/22/2001: mary |
|
There is one good pen store in Albuquerque- "Pen and Pad".
Also, if you travel north about one hour to Santa Fe, there is "Santa Fe Pens".
They have both new and vintage pens. Pen and Pad has only new pens. |
| Pen Store |
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4/22/2001: Timbo |
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I AM GOING TO ALB., NEW MEXICO, AND I WAS WONDERING IF THERE ARE ANY GOOD
PEN STORES THERE? THANKS |
| Parker 51 Black with GF Cap. |
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4/22/2001: Douglas Vinayak |
|
Available is a Parker 51, black barrel with Gold Filled cap. The pen is
in excellent shape. Not engraved on, no dings etc. Converging line pattern on cap.
Aerometric filler. Medium point nib, writes smoothly. 85.00 obo. I also have an Illinois
Pocket watch for 85.00, email for details. |
| Pens for sale |
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4/21/2001: JiaXian |
|
Hi, I still have many great pens at excellent prices available for sale.
They can be viewed here http://home1.pacific.net.sg/~teomm/index.html. Thanks. Regards,
JiaXian |
| Parker Parkette |
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4/21/2001: J.F.
Ouellette |
|
I've started collecting Parker Parkette Deluxe pens lately. The ones with
the 12 facets. Does anyone know in what colors they were available apart from black,
marbled red, marbled green, marbled pink-brown, marbled grey with green specks and finally
grey black with red specs? How about sizes? I have small 4 3/4" and large at 5".
If you have some for sale , please contact me. Thank you. J.F. Montreal,Canada . |
| New Conklin Nozaks |
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4/21/2001: Stephen
Lam |
|
Dean, can you give your opinion on the relative merits of the new Nozak
and the vintage Nozac. Let's compare a new one with say an oversized vintage nozac in good
working order, which should command about the same price if not less (of course I am not
talking about a really mint vintage nozac which could cost a bit more, depending on the
colour). |
| New Conklin Nozaks |
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4/21/2001: Dean
Tweeddale |
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Mike, I think that you will like the new Conklin we had one for review
and gave it great reviews. Nice size, great color (I am partial to the tortise/blue one),
and it writes very well. You can read our review and see more images in the Stylophiles
Archive at this link:
http://www.PenLovers.net/stylophiles/1jan2001/jan_2001_conklin_nozac.htm Hope this helps
in your decision. Dean |
| FS: NEW travelling inkpot |
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4/21/2001: Susanna |
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New designed travelling inkpot by Visconti, at $42 each
---------------> http://www.pens.it <--------------- |
| new conklin nozaks |
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4/20/2001: mike |
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Has anyone tired a new Conklin nozack? I'm thinking of buying one and
wonder of your opinion. How does it write and is the nib flexible? |
| Wanted- Pens & Holders for 1940 Desk Set |
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4/20/2001: Bob H. |
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I have a double pen desk set base from the year 1940 that commemorates
the 80th year anniversary of the Pony Express. It has a photo engraving of FDR and the VP
or Postmaster General. I need two vintage holders and pens to go with my base and its
solid brass swivels. The male threads on my swivels are a larger diameter than every thing
I have found except a poor condition government pen set. |
| P.S. Hotel number |
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4/20/2001: Don Lavin |
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I forgot to mention the hotel's phone number which is 1-800-WESTIN1. Don |
| Chicago Pen Show Update |
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4/20/2001: Don Lavin |
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Well, I am presently overwhelmed with the response to the Chicago Pen
Show to date. As of this morning we have almost 190 tables signed up and our greatest room
reservations to date and there is still 3 weeks to go before the show starts.
Unfortunately the hotel is almost filled and our block expires today at 11:59. So if you
are planning on attending the show and have not yet made your hotel reservation please
call immediately. To protect late comers I am reserving an additional 10 rooms in my name
for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Therefore, I can swap out rooms over the next 2
weeks. The auction has over 320 lots and is currently being listed on PenBid.com.
Attendees this year will include our first collectors from Scotland and Ireland and we
just received reservations from Japan and Rio as well as new collectors from Sao Paolo.
The international flavor of our event never ceases to amaze me seeing as how the first
"long distance" traveler to our show came from northern Indiana in 1982. When
Max Steidman from Toronto heard about our show and decided to attend in 1983 we were
semi-shocked, but then the floodgates opened and the rest is history. So come and join the
party - you will not be disappointed. Don |
| Pelikan Writing Instruments History Book for Sale at
USD119 |
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4/20/2001: PenGallery |
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Pelikan Writing Instruments History Book for Sale at USD119 + USD9 for
delivery via FedEx. This book gives us an in-depth detail of Pelikan’s establishment
and it’s writing instruments. It also gives us the details and specs of each Pelikan
writing instruments since the beginning. A must for Pelikan enthusiast, it is brand new
with the original plastic wrapper. We have a number of copies with us, please feel free to
write to us if you are interested. Pls. check out the image.
http://images.honesty.com/imagedata/h/242/40/32424025.jpg Thanks, Daniel PenGallery |
| Duofold Sr. Nib Request |
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4/20/2001: Randy |
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I will be posting this on other newsgroups, so I apologize for the
repetetion. Here is the story, I have a Canadian Duofold Sr. Lapis that has wonder ful
color, but after a year of struggling, I just do not like the nib. It is a broad (perhaps
stub) with flex, and it lays down enough ink to paint the stripes on the highway. Anyway,
in order to keep this pen as close to original as possible, I am seeking a Canadian F or
small M nib to replace this one. I would prefer a trade if there is anyone out there that
likes this nib, and had an exchangable nib, however I would also consider a straight
purchase. Email back line Randy Clifford |
| Balance Pencil Help! |
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4/19/2001: Gary A. Eaton |
|
I recently lucked out and purchased a spectacular oversized Sheaffer
Balance set in the red-veined silver and grey marble. Only one problem - the pencil was
missing the back tip. From other pencils I know there is a screw that appears to holds the
tip on from the inside of the barrel. Anybody know which way this turns and are there any
other mine fields I should know about? Sounds simple, but none of mine budge, and do not
want to break anything. Second and most important - anybody have a wreck in this color
pencil they would be willing to part with? I have the two other sizes in the same pattern,
and all of the tips look to be about the same size, so I presume one size fits all, but
again, can't tell until I get one off. Would appreciate help from any Balance experts out
there. |
| Parker Burgundy Vac Slender Maxima. |
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4/19/2001: Douglas Vinayak |
|
Available is a 1940,s Parker Vacumatic in Burgundy ( Actually Pink
stripes !)This ones a Slender maxima, taller than a regular vacumatic, but the same girth.
It has a striped jewel on each end. single cap band. The section is striped as well. It is
in an excellent shape. The nib is a medium point, and writes smoothly. New diaphram
installed. 300.00 obo. |
| Parker Lapus Rollerball |
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4/19/2001: Fred Krinke |
|
To Al, we have a Parker Lapus Rollerball for sale, it is NEW in the Box,
now on sale for $150.00 plus S/H (list $225.00). This is just one of the thousands of
writing instruments NOW ON SALE. Feel free to contact us at 1-800-4MY-PENS during our
business hours, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PDT)Tuesday through Friday, and Saturdays 10:00 AM to
3:00 PM (PDT)We take most major credit cards. |
| Esterbrook cartridges. |
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4/19/2001: Matt B |
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I'll give the international cartridges a try in my Esterbrook and see how
it goes. Thanks! |
| Re: Conklin Nib |
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4/19/2001: Northwest Pen
Works |
|
Hi Rick, It seems I have had and have seen Conlklin Symetrics with
cushion point nibs in them before. I've seen so many pens over the years it all becomes a
blur. There is also a good possibility that the nib was damaged and replaced sometime in
the pens younger days. I think the repairmen just used the best possible replacement they
had on hand or whatever they could get from the company. If the nib works well for you
it's mind over matter. If you don't mind that it may not be a correct original nib, it
shouldn't matter. Michael |
| Thanks Stephen Lam and Bob H. |
| |
4/18/2001: Raymond Wong |
|
Thanks for the wealth of information from Stephen and Bob. I think I will
investigate a bit more before doing anything. I have to admit what you've said is news to
me. There is so much to learn in this hobby of ours. |
| Sanford uni-gel *fine* point? |
| |
4/18/2001: Ari |
|
I've been searching everywhere for a Sanford uni-gel or uniball Gel pen
(or refill), black, with a FINE point! Their website says they make pens like this, and I
actually have one that I found in a meeting room at work, but no one seems to sell them!
One can find Sanford gel pens in medium or "bold" tips almost anywhere in
various colors, so that's not the problem. I've tried them, but since I like to write
small they are too wide for me. The pen says "Sanford uni-ball UM100" and I've
seen that the refill should be #60176. I've yet to find a place that actually sells either
the pens or the refills, so let me know! Please email ahuostil@san.rr.com Thanks! - Ari |
| Fountain Pen Ink Book |
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4/18/2001: Greg Clark |
|
For those of you who enjoy writing with a flair - and enjoy the luxury of
exotic inks - check out the ONLY complete reference book on fountain pen inks. Fountain
Pen Inks - A Sampler. 262 actual hand painted samples of current production and vintage
inks bound into a a 30 page book. For info go to www.inksampler.com Greg |
| Sheaffer Boxes |
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4/18/2001: stan klemanowicz |
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Am seeking original presentation boxes for Sheaffer Imperial pen and
pencil set, and for single pens. Does anyone know of a source? |
| BIG SALE |
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4/18/2001: Fred Krinke |
|
Pen Lovers here in Southern California, we just wanted to let you know
that we are having a "AFTERTAX GRADUATION" PEN SALE. All writing instruments in
stock are priced from 30% to 50% off, from April 17th thru May 15. a great time to pick up
that pen you've been looking for, or that important gift for the Grad. Shop early for best
selection. Open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and most Saturdays 10:00AM to3:00 PM
call the Fountain Pen Shop at 626-294-9974 for directions. |
| Esterbrook Cartridges |
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4/18/2001: Will Thorpe |
|
Esterbrook Cartridges 1/27/2001: Will Thorpe Reference the Jan 18 post on
cartridges for Esterbrooks. I did some highly scientific testing with various cartridges.
Watermans were to long. Sheaffers are slightly to large in diameter. However standard
(international) cartridges are they same length as the old Esterbrrok cartridges with the
yellow ends. Both are tapered cartridges and the same diameter. The standard has a crimped
neck, the Esterbrrok didn't. First pen tested was a metal cap Safari. This pen has a small
well at the back of the section with a small metal protrusion down in the well. Standard
cartridge went on by hand pressure just fine. Neck did not fill the well though. Second
cartridge in the barrel keeps pressure on the punctured cartridge and I had no leaks.
Second pen was a late model cartridge that has a plastic protrusion sticking out of the
section. I touched up the protrusion with sandpaper to sharpen the edges a bit. I put on a
standard cartridge by hand. Took a bit of a shove as you actually stretch the cartridge
neck a bit to get it on. Barrel was to short to hold a spare cartridge. I cut a flexible
Q-Tip shaft as a filler to keep pressure on the cartridge. Works just fine. I have carried
and used both pens for several days incuding a couple of miles horseback. No leaks. End of
report! |
| Cartridges to fit Esterbrook? |
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4/18/2001: Matt B |
|
I have a later model Esterbrook (not a J, SJ, or the like) that takes a
single cartridge. So far, I have found that Parker cartridges can be modified to fit,
although leaks may occur if the "rig" isn't just right. Neither Waterman nor
Schaeffer cartridges appear to fit. Can anyone recommend a modern cartridge that will fit
a later Esterbrook? |
| Conklin Cushon Point |
| |
4/18/2001: Stephen
Lam |
|
Rick, some Enduras came with non-Endura nibs too. However, these should
be Toledo nibs. You normally find Cushon points on later Conklins, for example nozacs,
although some nozacs were fitted with Toledo nibs too. I think there was no "Cushion
Point". I have many Cushon Points but have yet to find a "Cushion Point".
So yours is not that rare after all. |
| Lever /Crescent filler and Raymond's Question |
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4/17/2001: Stephen
Lam |
|
Raymond, if do not find the shape of a crescent filler unacceptable, I
suggest you try one. The crescent filler mechanism is simpler than that of a lever filler
and thus has less chance of playing up. However, I see no reason why you should go for the
Visconti crescents. Why not choose a vintage Conklin. You can come by a good specimen of a
20 or 30 for a fraction of the price of a modern crescent. If on the other hand Conway
Stewart is your brand, why not choose a vintage Conway Stewart 100 if you prefer a large
one. Or one of the many smaller models made of coloured materials. These are available,
some in mint conditions, at prices much lower than the modern Conway Stewarts. I am sorry
I am biased against modern re-creations of vintage pens and Conway Stewart and Conklin
happen to be among my favourite brands. |
| Modern Lever Fillers |
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4/17/2001: Bob H. |
|
Raymond, Delta uses Lever Fillers on some of its pens: The Colosseum and
Demo, the Pompei and Venezia, some Julius Caesars, some nazareths, some Lugdunums, and
some Israel 50th Anniversary. The Sheaffer W.A. Sheaffer Commemorative and LE Balance.
Crescents, older than levers ( and more efficient as well) can be found on Visconti
Copernicus and Stipula Saturno. Most modern pens which have built in fillers seem to be
either Piston or Plunger. There are a few Button fillers around (Bexley Deluxe Demo) and
Ancora has that pump-syphon system. This isn't a recommendation for any of them, mind you.
Having said that I like the LF Nazareth, Copernicus, and the Sautrno - haven't tried the
others. Vintage LF's are probably a better buy. Happy Pen Hunting, Bob |
| Lever Fill |
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4/17/2001: Raymond Wong |
|
Thanks Will for the info. The lever filler that I am drooling over is the
Conway Stewart Writing Equipment Society "20th Anniversary" Fountain Pen. Do you
know of any other modern pens that have the lever filler? BTW, I love your stories. Please
keep them coming. Raymond. |
| Lever Fillers |
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4/17/2001: Will Thorpe |
|
In response to Raymonds question. I believe cartridge fillers will
outlast them all since there are no moving parts. I have a couple that I use for travel
since cartridges are so easy to carry. However cartridge pens limit the choice of ink.
Lever fillers are great, more choice of ink. As you know most of my pens are levers. I use
on a weekly/monthly basis lever fillers from the 1920's (Wahl, Sheaffer), from the 1930's
(Sheaffer) and the 40's/50's (Esterbrook). Most of these pens have the original lever and
pressure bar. Now you do have a rubber sac that needs replacing every decade or two but
that's easy. I believe I'd chance a lever filler outlasting a piston filler. Notice how
many comments are on this board, and others, about piston problems. The piston is more
complicated than a lever and more complicated things generally have more trouble than
simple things (one of my engineering laws). Now this doesn't mean piston fillers won't
last a long time. Believe it or not I have a couple of Montblancs that are 26 and 28 years
old. The pistons work fine, very smooth, never leaked. My piston fillers hold more ink
than my lever fillers. So what is this lever filler you have your eye on? Vintage or new? |
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4/17/2001: Paul Bankston |
|
To James Goodwin: I've had very good results with P51s from Fountain Pen
Hospital. Give them a try; otherwise, the Parker Service Dept. in Janesville, WI is still
working, I think. This should be a very easy fix. |
| Conklin nib |
| |
4/17/2001: Rick Kalamaya |
|
I new to collecting fountain pens. Recently I acquired a Conklin. But I
am curious about the nib on the pen. The pen itself is a Conklin Symetrik from what I can
tell from pictures I see. It is celluloid very pretty grey and burgundy plastic with
rounded top and bottom. 5 1/8 " capped. On the pen it reads Conklin, Toledo, Oh,
Endura with a number D 83592. Then it has a patent info. The problem is that I am told
that if it is an Endura it should have an Endura nib. But my nib says Conklin then Cushon
Point ( Not Cushion! ) and it als says 14 kt. What gives with this nib? Any insight would
be appreciated. |
| McLaren MFP-850 |
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4/17/2001: Paul Bankston |
|
Hi Steve, I've written a few things at Pentrace regarding the McLaren
MFP-850, which I purchased from eurosuperstore.com a couple of months ago. Initially I had
flow problems, stemming from the fact that the nib/feed wasn't screwed tightly enough into
the titanium section. Once I got that figured, the pen performed very nicely. It's a heavy
pen. Titanium is light, but there's a lot of titanium in this pen. The flow is generous
(mine being a medium, comparable with a Parker medium). The nib is not very flexible;
comparable with a Parker Centennial Duofold nib, and less flexy than a Pelikan M1000 nib.
It feels very much like my Waterman Man100 in its flex. (But a little more weight behind
the nib.) Hope this helps. I love this pen; it looks and feels like it could withstand
re-entry and last into the next millennium. (Big hint: Don't lose the little O-ring that
seals the pump filler into the titanium section.) |
| oblique pen |
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4/17/2001: Laurie |
|
I am trying to find a place to purchase replacement nibs for my oblique
pen holder. The nibs say "Brause 66EF Iserlohn." Can anyone help me? I haven't
purchased any of these for about 4 years and have lost the catalog from where I ordered
them. Thanks for your time. |
| pens for sale. |
| |
4/17/2001: Pearce |
|
Here are some pens I have for sale. #1. Black and pearl Sheaffer flattop
ringtop set, lifetime whitedot. There are two small cracks in the cap of the pen, but
otherwise the set is quite nice. Good condition, $35. #2. Sheaffer 5-25 apple green
ringtop pen. There is a very slight crack in the cap, but the colour is very good, and
more then makes up for the small crack. Excellent condition, $35. #3. 1938 Sheaffer
Balance Senior in black. Huge lifetime Sheaffer nib. This is quite the pen! Excellent
condition, $70. #4. Sheaffer 3-25 Flattop in red with clip. Tiny chip out of lip of cap.
Very nice colour, and it is quite a rare pen. Very good, $50. #6. Sheaffer mini balance in
black/pearl. Nice tiny pen just pushing 4 inches. Excellent, $35. #7. Sheaffer green/black
stripe. Full size Feathertouch pen, with two tone Feathertouch nib. Excellent, $40. #8.
Double duofold desk base in green marble with veins. Near mint, $50. #9. Eclipse
Streamliner in red/gold marble, and works perfectly. Excellent, $25. #10. Waterman
Skywriter in gold pearl. Clip is broken, good condition, $15. Please email me if you have
any questions. |
| Questions |
| |
4/17/2001: Jan |
|
Question #1: In the early 70's, Parker made a mechanical pencil that used
a standard jotter body and was refilled with a lead-filled cartridge that was almost
identical to a jotter ballpoint refill. Do any of you know where one could obtain extra
replacement lead cartridges for this contraption? Question #2: In my travels, I've
acquired a couple of otherwise normal-looking ballpoint pens, except that they've got a
silver filigree on the lower half of the barrel. One of these is a Parker Jotter that came
with a matching pencil, the other is a circa 1970's Sheaffer. I suspect the silver is an
aftermarket feature, but I'd like to know the real story. Can anybody fill me in? |
| Pen Shows |
| |
4/17/2001: Bruce |
|
Ron, the SF Pen Show is scheduled for October 18-21 at the Marriott near
San Francisco Airport (not where is it has been the past two years). I'm sure details will
be out before too long. |
| ID Lady Parker Vac-per John Malony |
| |
4/17/2001: isaacson-
lost in vacumania |
|
Hi John. John found Ladies Vacumatic 1942, black with vertical lines
suggesting shadowwave plastic. Asks what is up? Glad you found one. I have the same pen.
Probably. I will go so far as to suggest that your pen has a capband composed of thin
horizontal lines (not ///\\\/// of a Major, or the <<<===>>><<<=== or typical Ladies Pen Debutante). FIRST. Shadowwaves were made in 1942. They are single jewel pens. They do have, usually, the weird capband (not a true 'jewelers'band). I have seen a couple in gray and in brown. Not seen the other colors, but cannot rule them out. SECOND More to the point, 1942 was a weird year for vacs. In fact, most years are weird years for vacs. SEVERAL pens cropped up as Oddities in 1942 with that lined capband. Beyond the gray and brown shadowwaves (and maybe the black- IF that is what you have), i have seen quite a number of pens done in Duofold plastic (earlier post on this) but with Vac imprint, nib,clip- BUT again with the slightly faceted blindcap of duofold- not the round butt of a single jewel 1942 vac. all have the lined capband. AND, getting to my own black ladies pen- I own one really weird one. Bought it as part of a set in an old box. I doubt tampering, but who knows. It is a black short debutante with the lined capband.1942 single jewel of course. BUT, the plastic appears to have vertical clear lines. Mind you- these are not the vertical waves of shadowwave, or the clear stripes of the early 1934-1935 vacs which did come in vertical stripes. The 1934 pens had wide swaths at some angles as the clear lined didn't occur all the way around. BUT on this 1942 black debutante, the lines do go all the way around. So at first i figured i have a black vac in Black duofold plastic, which like the colord vacs in duofold plastic has stripes all the way around. But, all my other duofold-plastic VACS have faceted blind cap. This one was round. I wasn't sure (maybe still not) if this was such a vac in black duofold material but with the faceted blindcap replaced by round typical black blindcap- or if the "FUSION" of duofold parts and vac parts that occurred on these weird 1942 pens was such that the round cap was original. If your pen has true clean vertical stripes- you likely have an uncommon black vac in black duofold plastic. If it is really shadowwavy plastic, rest assured that single jewel vac shadowwaves were made (scarce) in 1942- all i've seen have the lined capband- so far. I would like to see pic (backchannel fine). If yours is black shadowwave plastic, it is a color I don't have yet in this model (shadowwaves were made in black- i just haven't seen the weird 1942 style in black yet). I would trade another good vac, or buy it- if available. Best regards. David |
| smoothness- hi rod |
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4/17/2001: david i |
|
Hi rod. Didn't know richard was "the pro". Glad to hear, of
course, from someone with real experience. Most of us are, at heart, hack-amateur-newbies
in one respect or another. Glad that your 18k aurora is great writer- but i tend to be
chronically suspicious that "all else is the same" with two pens. Soooo many
variables with pens. And the lingo? I still get plenty of it wrong. Learning is half the
fun. I agree with Richard. Regards. David |
| Pen show |
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4/17/2001: Ron Meloche |
|
I had heard that in the past there was a pen show in San Francisco. Is
there going to be one there this year. If so when? Or Phoenix I am maybe grasping at
straws but having experienced my first one at Manhatten Beach I do not know if I can wait
for another one. I cannnot however travel to to far from San Diego. Also I now belong to
the S.C.P.C.C and am looking for any one in the San Diego area to talk pens. Ron Meloche |
| ultrasonic cleaners |
| |
4/17/2001: Ron Meloche |
|
Being fairly new to pen collecting I have so faR collected abot 70 pens.
Some of them are in need of work. I have replaced some sacs. A couple of the nibs I ended
up soaking for many hours. I was wondering if an ultrasonic cleaner would be nice to have?
If so what price? What manufacturer? What size? Where to purchase? Thank you Ron Meloche |
| Lever Fill |
| |
4/16/2001: Raymond Wong |
|
Most modern pens use converters/cartridges/pistons. I am wondering if
lever filling mechanisms are not as popular because they are more expensive, more fragile
or less reliable or what? Can I expect a lever filling mechanism to last as long as a
piston, or an aerometric converter? Collector/users like us probably flush our pens more
often than others and the durability of the filling mechanism is important. I have my eyes
on a lever filling beauty. So I am just curious. |
| Pelikan - For Sale |
| |
4/16/2001: Fritz Kopeinig |
|
For sale MIB Pelikan limited edition "Golf" fountain pen,
"M" nib, with all papers and packaging. Also uninked and undipped M1000
"F" nib. Please email if interested. |
| Duetto |
| |
4/16/2001: Raymond Wong |
|
Thanks Dean for the Duetto info. I have read and heard great things about
it. The only thing I was uncertain was whether it has a screw cap or not. I love screw
caps. It looks like I should put it on my "drool" list. |
| parker braod points |
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4/16/2001: john lillis |
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anyone know a source of black, broadpoint parker refills?? |
| Duetto |
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4/16/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
|
Raymond,
The Stipula Duetto is a screw cap and I must say a very nice pen, especially considering
the price. Check out our review of the Duetto in Stylophiles at this url:
http://www.PenLovers.net/stylophiles/1jan2001/jan_2001_duetto.htm
The Duetto has Stipula's large 18kt nib and I have found it to be a smooth consistant
writer. Dean |
| McLaren MP-850 |
| |
4/16/2001: Steven
Goldstein |
|
I am looking at one of these to buy, and wondered if anyone had
experience with this pen. Specifically, how flexible is the nib, and how generous is the
inkflow. Comparisons to Pelikans, Montgrappas, Watermans, Graf Von Faber-Castells etc
would be appreciated. |
| Duetto |
| |
4/16/2001: Raymond Wong |
|
Hi All: I heard a lot about the Stipula Duetto. Can anyone tell me
whether the Duetto cap is the screw-on type or just pushed and clicked on. I cannot make
it out from the pictures on websites. Any experience with the pen would be greatly
appreciated. |
| Wanted Parker Blue Lapus Duofold Roller Ball |
| |
4/16/2001: Al |
|
Hello everyone, I'm looking for a new Parker Lapus Lazuli Blue Roller
Ball for a friend. If you have one at a good price and interested in selling, drop me a
line. Thank you in advance! Al |
| Re; Ignorance (Martin) |
| |
4/15/2001: Richard |
|
For your price range, you might look seriously at the Pelikan 300 or 600
series, depending on the size you need. Pelikans are classic (which is ipso facto classy,
as many 'fancy" pens are not), they are reliable, and they write well. |
| Ignorance |
| |
4/15/2001: Martin |
|
Hello, all... First off, I admit to being quite ill informed on fountain
pens, but I have a little problem. I must purchase a nice pen for a friend for his
birthday coming up next weekend. I had thought of picking up the Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
edition from Mont Blanc, but to my dismay, I've seen nothing but negative posts about Mont
Blanc in general. So, I have to consider other options, but I do not know where to go.
This being a base for the professionals, I thought maybe someone would be good enough to
offer up a suggestion to me by email. I have a $300 spending limit, and I need something
small, with a fine tip that writes well and has somewhat of a classy feel to it.
Suggestions are very much appreciated! m |
| Parker Vacumatic. Blue Maxima |
| |
4/15/2001: Douglas Vinayak. |
|
Up for sale is a Blue Pearl Parker Vacumatic Maxima. ( Oversize ) it has
a jewel on each end. Excellent shape... no brassing, engravings etc. Metal speedline
filler. It will need a new bladder installed. 450.00. obo |
| Pens For Sale |
| |
4/15/2001: Bill
Riepl |
|
OK! Here's the deal..... Got some last second expenses connected with the
printing on the CD. So..... In a frantic effort to spare the plastic from further abuse,
I'm offering the following pens, BUT...... I need to sell quick, and have payment by the
end of the week. Hence the (what seem to me) attractive, fire sale type prices. Delta
Nautilus, Red and vermeil. This is one of the steel nib versions, but the nib is a
Mottishaw fine stub. Writes very nice! Medium size pen. I've got the box and papers for
this one, it's used, but not abused. $100 Visconti Manhattan, green stripe. Just like the
Vacumatic material. Plunger vac style filler. This one has a Broad nib, also a nice
writer, but I notice I haven't used it in months, so it's been declared surplus under the
current circumstances! As above, I've got a box and so forth, and it's used, but in very
good condition. $150 Parker Vacumatic, Maxima, brown pearl, Canadian. What can I say......
I hate to sell it, etc, etc, etc. This pen is very nice, unrestored, but has a wonderful
flexible nib, on the wide side of medium, and a W feed to keep up with it. Speedline
filler. It has an engraving, RP Stewart. some brassing around the edges of the bottom
tassie, and half the blue paint missing from the diamond clip. Black jewels top and
bottom, but a striped section. A nice, if not perfect Maxima, and would probably, given
the nib, make a nice user. $300 Parker Duofold Jr Mandarin. Not the hottest Mandarin I've
seen, but still, not too bad. Lots of brassing on the clip and band, and a hairline crack
in the cap lip that's visible due to the color. It looks like it goes from the lip to just
a bit above the band. Good color on the cap and barrel, the cap top is faded a tiny bit
from black, the blind cap is nice and dark. Button filler is unrestored. Nice imprint. The
nib is a medium, and looks almost like the tip bends slightly to the left. BUT, it feels
smooth, and it's very slight, I don't know if it's damaged, or just the way the nib ended
up after years and years of use. So, not a prize specemin, but if you want an affordable
Mandarin, here you go! $125 Now, the sum total of these pens is exactly what I need to pay
off the printers without having to resort to drastic measures. What am I saying? Drastic
measures? What would YOU call selling pens? Actually, it's a tiny bit over, so you can try
haggling a bit if you feel I haven't priced these to move. Buyer to pay shipping via USPS
insured Priority mail, should run about $6, about $5 on the Mandarin, Visconti and the
Delta. |
| pelikan graphos |
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4/15/2001: domenico |
|
looking for any pelikan graphos related materials---will buy or
trade---osmiroid sheaffer classic and many calligraphy related items etc. |
| FS: Additions to my FOR SALE list |
| |
4/15/2001: Richard |
|
I have added the following newly restored pens to the list of pens I have
for sale. For more info and pix, please visit my site: http://www.virtualcrate.com/pens/
-- Black Sheaffer's Balance Junior 275, "Vacuum-Fil" plunger filler, flat ball
humped clip, MF Junior nib. Condition: A2. CPT. Very sharp imprint. Has been used, but
shows no usage wear at all. Beautiful pen. 4-3/4". $75.00 -- Pearl and Black
Sheaffer's Vest Pocket Balance 795, round ball humped clip, 5-30 F nib. Condition: C+. No
brassing. Moderate discoloration. 4-1/8". $90.00 -- Blue J, 2556 nib. Condition: B.
Imprint legible but a little uneven, faint in spots. 5". $32.50 -- Copper J, 9556
nib. Condition: B. Engraved TOMMY McQUELLON. Imprint fully legible. 5". $32.50 -- You
can fall in love with a vintage fountain pen and buy it securely on line through PayPal
with your VISA or MasterCard. What better way to get a little instant gratification? Happy
shopping! |
| ultrasonic cleaning |
| |
4/15/2001: domenico |
|
Have large collection of Pelikan Graphos pen sets hundreds of nibs--these
require constant cleaning---looking for best ultrasonic unit to do this!!!! |
| Research Triangle Pen Club (NC) - 4/22 Meeting |
| |
4/15/2001: Ross |
|
The Research Triangle Pen Club (NC) will hold it's next meeting 3 PM,
Sunday, at a new location. Our search for windows, seats, and a central location has
brought us to Vincent's Pizza (was Pie Works) at the corner of Main and Broad Street in
Durham. It's right next to Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream, and close to our old location (the
Regulator), Duke's East Campus, and Wellspring. As a topic - bring your three favorite
pens and be ready to explain why they ranked so high. And we'll, as usual, have paper,
ink, and lots of pens that anyone wants to sell or trade. If anyone needs directions,
please contact me (rossmck@mindspring.com). Ross |
| Anyone seen a pen like this? |
| |
4/15/2001: Bruce |
|
I just came across a very tiny pen. The nib says BABY FINE. The only
imprint on the barrel is ENHUR (a missing B perhaps?). Closed length is 2 3/4",
widest cap diameter is 3/8". The clip looks like a copy of a ca. 1939 Parker but with
design down the center instead of the Parker name. Same Vac jewel design on top. This is
definitely a cheap pen in a black and white lizard skin pattern, made out of molded
plastic with a designed veneer overlay. But cute. Looks like it could be cartridge fill,
if one could find one small enough. My friend was given this pen as a child by her father
who traveled a lot... about 40 years ago she thinks. Any ideas? |
| ID for Lady Vac |
| |
4/14/2001: John
Maloney |
|
I picked up an unusual 1942 Parker Lady Vacumatic. It is all black, but
has a visulated part in the barrel that contains lines that appear almost like the pattern
seen on the Shadow Wave. Is this in fact a Shadow Wave, or did Parker have a unique name
for this pattern on the Lady Vac series? Thanks for your help. |
| wa sheaffer pen co. |
| |
4/14/2001: Cory |
|
I found a pen at an antique shop, it's and old sheaffers pen with a ring
top or eyelet and it is sort of a marbly green in color. It says WA SHEAFFER CO on the
barrel. Also the ends are flat. The nib reads Sheaffers 46 special. It is 4 1/2 inches
with the cap on. The pen shows 2 dates 1908 and 1914. Can you tell me anything on the pen?
|
| Looking for Porsche-Lamy |
| |
4/14/2001: Mat |
|
I just lost a great pen. It was the Lamy retractable roller-ball pen made
for Porsche (had P O R S C H E ) on the clip. I tried Porsche dealers, they say it was
discontinued in 2000. Anybody have a source? Mat |
| Re nib smoothness (Lurker) |
| |
4/14/2001: Richard |
|
When I say "smoothness," I'm referring exclusively to the ease
with which I can move the nib across the paper. For all meaningfully measurable values of
this number, any usefully hard metal (steel, ruthenium/osmim/iridium alloys, etc.) will
behave the same, as a function of its surface size, shape, and polish. (In my experience,
gold tends to feel a little "reluctant" no matter how well polished it is; but
gold is not a usefully hard metal, which is why gold nibs are tipped with hard alloys.) If
we're discussing the overall writing experience of a given nib, then other factors such as
flexibility--and even the pen that carries the nib--do without question enter the
equation. Also among those factors are the user's personality and the intended use of the
nib/pen. What this all means is that we'll probably never reach a clear consensus on the
issue; it's too subjective. But it's great fun discussing it. |
| Parker 51. For Sale. |
| |
4/14/2001: Douglas Vinayak. |
|
I have a available a Grey Parker 51 with a gold filled cap. Blue Diamond
model. It is in an excellent shape ( no dings on cap, no scratches etc on barrel ) It has
a new bladder installed and writes smoothly. Medium point nib. $80.00 obo. |
| nib smoothness |
| |
4/14/2001: Lurker |
|
Looks like there is a bit of confusion here due to imprecise definitions
of terms. If "smooth" is taken to mean the amount of friction between nib and
paper, indeed the nature of the tipping material matters and the nature of the nib body
does not. If, on the other hand, "smooth" is used in the sense of a car having a
smooth ride, then the mechanical properties of the nib body are a major factor. Perhaps
for clarity it would be best to keep "smooth" as the antonym for
"scratchy", and find other ways to describe the yield, flex, elasticity,
resilience, or whatever else you want to call the "suspension" of a pen. |
| pelikan |
| |
4/13/2001: Davilore |
|
I am looking for a Pelikan 100N Clip at a reasonable price or trade, can
anyone help. |
| Nib expert |
| |
4/13/2001: Rod |
|
Well, David (isaacson 4/11) you should be happy now, since I suspect that
Richard (4/12) IS a nib expert. Richard F. Binder repairs pens and knows about what he is
talking. I am rarely at a loss for words - I just wish that they were more often the right
words. I am relatively new to fountain pens, so I have not learned the 'lingo' yet. I
understand that the tiping material determines how smooth the tip glides across the paper.
All I was trying to convey is that in my limited experience an Aurora 18k nib offers ME a
better writing experience than an Aurora 14k nib. Since these two nibs fit the same pens
and are the same size and shape, then I have no reason to believe that they have different
tiping material. So, my personal experience is that I was able to write better with the
18k nib compared to the 14k nib of the same type (in this case an Extra Fine). Richard, my
Carved Obsidian is number 406 (while yours was purchased much earlier) and I love the 14k
Stub nib - very smooth! |
| MONTBLANC DRAGON PORCELAIN MEISSEN 888 FOR SALE |
| |
4/13/2001: Ira |
|
New, Never inked or dipped with all box and papers. Limited production of
888. $4000.00 |
| Limited Editions |
| |
4/12/2001: PenstopOnline |
|
I just read the post from Mack and checked out the website for Luxury
Corner. Almost everyone who advertises on this list has had anyone of those pens at much
better prices than those listed on Luxury Corner. Check out the prices with each of the
vendors above and then make your decisions. |
| Montblanc Limited Editions on SALE |
| |
4/12/2001: Mack |
|
Check this out. Montblanc limited edition pens are available here. Even
with a decent discount. http://www.luxurycorner.com/anniversary.html |
| Stylophiles CD Rom |
| |
4/12/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
|
Hi Everyone
Well after many sleepless night of image editing and coding and re-coding Bill (of
Stylophiles fame) and I have published (well its at the replicating company now) a
Stylophiles CD. We have taken all the issues from 1999, the earliest year for which we
have a complete set of files, and put them all on a compact disk. This CD will run on both
Windows and Mac platforms, through your regular internet browser program. It's no
different than viewing Stylophile's Magazine online, except that the images load MUCH
faster! We've also included an alphabetical article index to make finding one particular
article easier.
Seven issues, January, February, March, April, June, July, and September.
Just some of the articles:
Delta Astra, Bexley Goldline, Chilton Pen Co, Hero Pens, Joy of Flex, Montblanc
Meisterstuck, 60 Years of Pelikan, Sheaffer Snorkel, Visconti Voyager, and, as they say on
the late night infomercials, Much, much more! We're doing a limited pressing, we wanted to
make sure we weren't using unsold CDs as coasters and skeet targets for the next ten or so
years. Of course they'll be available online, but we plan to also offer them for sale at
pen shows. The CDs are priced at $25, shipping is $3.50 domestic, via USPS priority mail,
overseas shipping is $10.00.
For the complete story go to Penlovers homepage and click on the CD in the middle. We are
confident that you will enjoy this CD. Dean Tweeddale |
| chicago pen show |
| |
4/12/2001: isaacson |
|
It's good to hear from Don that things are gearing up for a nice penshow
in Chicago. Was there just for one day last year and had great time. Plan to be there by
thursday this time. So, Don- make sure you have some nice vacumatics in the auction. I'll
likely try for the one with the big red nose, as it is. Regards. David |
| nib flex/smoothness |
| |
4/12/2001: Richard |
|
I must add my voice in disagreement with Rod (4/8) in re nib smoothness.
The smoothness of any nib, reduced to its essence, is a function of the size, shape, and
surface polish of the nib's tip. It has nothing to do with the metallic composition of
either the nib itself or of the tipping material, if any. The reason gold nibs sold in
many European countries have historically been 18K (750/1000) while US gold nibs have been
14K (585/1000) is that the laws of some countries do not permit the lower gold content.
It's too bad, really, because 14K alloys can be made more resilient, which means that as a
class the cheaper alloys can make better nibs - especially better flex nibs - than their
richer siblings. |
| Parker 51 Flighter |
| |
4/12/2001: James
Goodwin |
|
I need help. My Parker 51 Flighter FP's threads on which you screw the FP
section is worn out and I cannot screw it properly. Whom do I send that section for
repair? |
| Need a Parker T-1 nib screw. |
| |
4/12/2001: Bruce Pasarow |
|
I need a nib set screw for a Parker T-1 titanium fountain pen. The screw
goes into the feed, and can be turned to adjust the nib size and ink flow. The T-1 was
made for only a year or so beginning in 1970, so this part may be a bit hard to find. I'm
looking to contact someone who can either provide the screw, or a suggestion for where
else to go for help. Thanks, Bruce |
| Chicago Pen Show |
| |
4/11/2001: Don Lavin |
|
I have now signed up over 180 tables for the Chicago Pen Show
guaranteeing another sell out. I am pleased to state that we will have a number of new
exhibitors from out of the country including Australia, South America, Italy and Germany.
Dean has some interesting prospects for a promotion on Sunday, May 6, and it should be
very well received. Thanks Dean! I have possession on many of the pens which will be in
the auction and I will begin posting pics in addition to those already on our web site so
keep checking for updates. Jim Dolive and Total Office Products will be sponsoring our
coffee service on Sunday and giving away items as door prizes. Thanks Jim. Every day I
receive e-mails from new collectors planning on attending the show and that is one reason
why I have a seminar on Saturday morning on helping new collectos and/or attendees in
navigating a pen show. We want the show to be the best positive experience we can offer.
And thanks to local collectors there will be a planned group outing to the Buddy Guy's
Legends Blues Club on Friday night at 7:30. Cost is $20 for the Westin shuttle, $12
admission to the club and whatever you want to spend on food and beer. Then on Saturday
night an informal jam session in the hotel featuring anyone with musical talent who wants
to join in. So if you have not yet made plans to attend, consider doing so now before our
room block is completely sold out. |
| nib flex/smoothness |
| |
4/11/2001: isaacson |
|
I would respectfully disagree with Rod (4/8/01) - paraphrasing "all
else being equal , 18k nibs are more smooth than 14k". Now i'm no nibologist and am
happy to hear from a nib expert, but the composition of the nib itself has nothing to do
with "smoothness", unless we are maybe using the terms differently. How a pen
writes , of course, has multiple factors- smoothness of the tipping, character of the nib
metal, interaction with nib and feed. Obviously has little to do with cost- which is why
often a goldplated nib on a $30 Phileas writes better than a $10,000 parker modern gold
snake. And I will agree that the metal content and annealing process affect the manner in
which a nib can be made "flexible", but none of the above has anything to do
with smoothness- which ultimately is a function of the shaping and polishing of the
tipping material. This material is often referred to as "iridium", though if i
recall one of mr mottishaw's articles (think it was him) there wasn't that much iridium in
tips even by the 1940's, never mind now. Fact is I have steel nibbed (no iridium)
Esterbrooks that are more smooth than modern 18k, "iridium tipped" nibs (i know
this proves nothing as I haven't shown that all else was equal between these two pens),
but the 18k and 14k parts of nibs don't even contact paper- so no role on smoothness. To
the degree that the 14k/18k affect other aspects of writing besides smoothness (flex,
sproing, etc), i would argue that the annealing process and shape has more to do with
those aspects than does the gold content. It has been argued by some that the only reasons
for 18k are European Policy that only 18K or better can be called "gold" in
advertisements, and for prestige. And those be my opinions. regards.david |
| Pens for Sale |
| |
4/11/2001: Marv K |
|
I would like to sell the following pen: Pelikan Soverin M800 FP, fine
nib, mint, in box; ST Dupont Olympio black lacquer with gold trim medium size FP, fine nib
and matching ballpoint, both mint condition in boxes with all papers; ST Dupont classic
slim ballpoint, gold vermeil finish, mint condition. If intersted, please e-mail. |
| MB Poe for Sale |
| |
4/11/2001: John G. Allen |
|
I have an unopened MB E.A. Poe fountain pen for sale. Never opened from
the factory box. BROAD nib. Limited Edition number # 01642. Asking $600. Cheers. |
| Wahl Baby Pen |
| |
4/11/2001: Stan Klemanowicz |
|
I have a Wahl baby pen with a "0" nib that requires
repair/replacement. Does the nib come with the black plastic portion of the pen or can it
be replaced separately. The pen is from the 1920s, is gold-filled, and about 3" long. |
| re: 51 Flow |
| |
4/11/2001: Waco Johnny D |
|
Richard Binder can get your pen working. He's at
http://www.virtualcrate.com/pens/ or email him at richard@virtualcrate.com. |
| 51 Flow |
| |
4/11/2001: Ran Sheller |
|
Hello Mostly I read and learn but today I would appreciate help with a
lack of flow in a parker 51. I believe it to be a OBB purchased in England and brought to
me by my brother. Pen has been properly cleaned and filled. It feels dry across the paper
no matter what type of surface. I understand that the pen has to held at a certain angle
to flow and write properly. I have tried many angles. If nothing else I would appreciate
the name of a 51 pensmith to contact about repair. Thanks for the help. Ran Sheller |
| re: Parker Refill |
| |
4/11/2001: Waco Johnny D |
|
http://store.yahoo.com/yafapen/88pener12inp.html |
| Correction |
| |
4/11/2001: Peter
Ford |
|
Of course it should have been 51 MkI and Mk II! |
| NOS Parkers |
| |
4/11/2001: Peter
Ford |
|
Amongst other things, I have just added some New Old Stock Parker 61 Mk
I's and Mk II's to my site, including a duo and trio. All priced in that down graded
currency the Australian Dollar. More to come at www.vintagepens.com.au |
| Montblanc Agatha Christie |
| |
4/10/2001: Joe |
|
Looking for a Montblanc Agatha Christie Ballpoint for my wife's birthday.
Thanks |
| Duofold -Centennial or Int'l |
| |
4/10/2001: Chris |
|
How can I tell for certain if the pen I purchased is a Cent. or Int'l?
Seller says it is Cent. but I think it looks too small. Serial # is 976120.Thanks for your
help. |
| Pen & accessory search |
| |
4/10/2001: Cynthia White |
|
I am looking for: 1)Speedball Fountain pen in mint condition(will accept
pen only,I already have nibs) 2)italic/calligraphy nib for LAMY Safari fountain pen--fine
or med 3)Parker Jotter Fountain pen I would really like to find these items. Thanks. |
| Pelikan, Lamy, Sheaffer FS |
| |
4/10/2001: WB Thompson |
|
Pelikan M400, old style, fine nib, near mint condition: $75. Lamy 2000
pencil, excellent condition: $20. Sheaffer pencil (circa 1930s?), jade green (good color),
works just fine, very nice imprint, gold trim, ball clip, flat top: $25. I will pay
shipping within the US. |
| pen parts |
| |
4/10/2001: Dan |
|
Hello, I'm looking for a source for o-rings and blind cap gaskets to fit
Shaeffer Touchdown and Snorkel model pens. |
| Value and Find Pens |
| |
4/10/2001: sue |
|
Check out the web's most popular free online collector's price guide at
www.antiquecast.com |
| Visconti nib |
| |
4/10/2001: Rick Kalamaya |
|
Greetings: I have a nice Visconti Ponte Vecchio pen and I am interested
in trading/buying a gold nib for this pen. It has a fine steel nib and I want to use a
medium gold nib if I can get one. Any comments? Rick |
| WTB Omas Blue Marconi |
| |
4/10/2001: Mark |
|
Looking to buy Omas Blue Marconi with Fine or E/F nib. If you have one
please email me. TIA, Mark |
| Parker Refill |
| |
4/9/2001: D.D. |
|
I need some Parker ballpen refill BROAD, for some strange reason Parker
stop makeing them !! Thanks |
| Pelikan 100N |
| |
4/9/2001: Aristeu B. Neto |
|
I need a sectin (feed) for this model. I'm a pen collector in Brazil!
Thanks |
| re: Waterman Opera |
| |
4/9/2001: Waco Johnny
D |
|
I'd add that it's common for these pens to leave the factory with nibs
closed tight at the tip, which means little or no flow unless you press hard. For a
heavy-handed writer this will be ok, but others may have to do a nib adjustment per
instructions in "Da Book" (FDubiel@aol.com). Also note that these are long
pens and may not seat fully into the pocket of a dress shirt; they definitely won't in
L.L.Bean and Land's End dress-shirt pockets. And the distance from the section to the nib
tip seems longer than on many other pens, compounded by the fact that Waterman reserves
the lower portion of the section area for the cap-locking ridge, meaning the nib angle to
paper may be different than what you're already used to, although I admit this is
highly-subjective. It may or may not be comfortable for you. |
| Writing style |
| |
4/9/2001: Rod |
|
Stephen, you are very right about writing style. I was unwittingly very
heavy handed and did not like some of the pens in my collection, because they seemed
scratchy and unforgiving. It was not until I purchased a truly ultra flexible nib that I
discovered just how heavy handed I was - the nib would spread to maximum the moment that I
touched it to paper. As I learned to write with a lighter hand and actually gained some
control over the amount of pressure that I applied, I found that some pens that I disliked
were very good writers. Now I tend to adjust my writing style to the characteristics of
the nib I am using and I am better able to select a pen according to the writing style
that I want to use for a project. I am a relative novice at fountain pens, but have been
doing some research recently and learning more than I knew previously. When I said
"all things being equal" I meant it - I was not comparing a steel Esterbrook to
a 22k Platinum nib. I was comparing two nibs (the Aurora 14k and 18k) that are identical
in all respects, except the amount of gold content. To continue my suspension system
analogy: some people like to drive a Porche (14k) and some people like to drive a Rolls
Royce (18k). Making a pen that every single person on this earth would like is probably
impossible. |
| STABILiner 808 |
| |
4/9/2001: kalipriya |
|
hi all, i have been searching in vain for the past couple of years for
the STABILiner 808 stick pen made by schwan/stabilo... i understand they're not being
manufactured any more... is this true? does anyone know where i might be able to purchase
remainders? does anyone know of similar pens? i really loved this pen -- it was the
smoothest ballpoint i've ever used. thanks! :kali: |
| Flexibility and Smoothness |
| |
4/9/2001: Stephen Lam |
|
Just curious about Rod's post. The only variable affecting the smoothness
of a nib is the quality of the iridium tip. It has nothing to do with the gold content.
Steel nibs, for example some of the Esterbrooks, can be as smooth as gold nibs.
Flexibility, on the other hand, is generally a function of the physical makeup of a nib,
including the material used, design and thickness. It is correct to say that the overall
"writeability" of a nib is a result of the combined effects of the smoothness of
its tip and the flexibility (or otherwise) of the body. To this one must add the writing
style of the individual. So the same pen may give different people entirely different
writing experiences. |
| Flexibility and Smoothness |
| |
4/8/2001: Rod |
|
How smooth a nib writes depends upon the gold content (carats), shape
(width and thickness of different parts of the nib) and tiping material. A rough (poorly
ground) tiping material will not make a smooth writing experience, regardless of the
carats and shape. Similarly, a poor shape can not be made up for by a different carat or
tiping material. "All things being equal" an 18k nib will be a smoother writer
than a 14k nib. For example, the shape and tiping material of Aurora 18 and 14k nibs is
the same, just the gold content is different. An 18k nib is softer than a 14k nib, but
this also permits a 14k nib to have more 'spring' than an 18k nib. Think of a 14k nib as a
car with a 'tight/stiff' racing suspension and an 18k nib as a car with a 'luxury/touring'
suspension. An 18k nib will adjust to the contours of the writing surface and movement of
you hand much faster and with less resistance than a 14k nib. But, just like a racing
suspension will give you a better feel for the road, a 14k nib will provide you with more
feedback and will also permit you to write faster (without getting squirrely or mushy).
The length and width of the tines (and width of the shoulders) of a nib will also effect
the flexibility of a nib. Long tines are more flexible, while short tines are stiffer.
But, since 18k gold is softer than 14k gold, a 14k nib has more spring in it; there is a
degree of pressure at which the tines of an 18k nib will bend (permanently) while a 14k
nib of the same shape will still "bounce back" without suffering damage.
Consequently, a 14k nib is better suited to having its flexibility increased (by narrowing
the tines) than an 18k (of the same shape), because the "point of no return"
amount of maximum safe pressure is reduced as you narrow the tines. But, "all things
being equal" an 18k nib will write smoother than a 14k nib. |
| Nib Exchange |
| |
4/8/2001: Rajesh Mehta |
|
Am looking to Exchange a Fine Nib on a modern Waterman Patrician
(current) for a Broad, Oblique Broad or Stub. Received the pen as a gift but tend to
Broad, Stub and Oblique Nibs in my preferences. Nib has been used once (for one filling)
and is excellent. Thanks |
| Aurora Optima nibs |
| |
4/8/2001: Rod |
|
Will and Rich: The line width of handcrafted nibs (like Aurora, Pelikan,
Waterman, ...) can vary quite a bit, so I am not surprised that Rich's 18k Italic nib is
finer than his 14k Italic nib - this has nothing to do with the material (i.e., carats)
and everything with the fact that more than one craftsman makes the nibs. You can send any
nib to John Mottishaw (or any of the other half dozen artisans who specialize in modifying
nibs) and he will regrind/retip it to the exact width that you request. How 'wet' a nib is
has everything to do with how the feed was adjusted and nothing to do with the material
from which the nib was made - you can send any nib to John and he will adjust it to the
exact amount of flow that you specify. How sharp/smooth a nib is has everything to do with
the tiping material and how the craftsman ground it - different Medium Italic nibs from
Aurora will vary a bit in their sharpness/smoothness. You can always send a new Aurora pen
to Kenro (the US Aurora distributor - along with a receipt proving that you bought it from
a dealer to whom they sold it) in Mineola, NY and they will exchange it for one that
better suits your preferences. Aurora only makes one width (Medium) of Italic, but you can
always send one to John and he can retip/regrind it to any width and sharpness that you
like. John can grind formal or cursive italic nibs - formal is very sharp, while cursive
is smoother on the edges. The big difference between formal and cursive is that you can
write relatively fast with a cursive without catching the edge of the tip on paper. But,
you sacrifice the degree of line variation (less difference between up and down strokes)
to get that smoothness. Some people like one, some like the other: I have some of each
(for different uses or moods). |
| Waterman Opera |
| |
4/8/2001: Rod |
|
Dan, the Waterman (Man 100) Opera is a nice fountain pen. I have been
writing with one for over two years and still use it regularly, even though I have
purchased more expensive pens since. The brass barrel gives the pen a good heft (if you
like a pen with a little weight to it). The cap snaps on/off both the grip section and the
end of the barrel, so that it stays where you put it. The carved polymer finish is
comfortable to grip, attractive, and does not show fingerprint oil as easily as the smooth
resin finish of the standard Man 100, which Levenger also sells for $199. The girth of the
pen is the same as a Pelikan M600, while the length is closer to that of a Pelikan M800.
The 18k nib is relatively large; about the size of a Pelikan M800 or Aurora Optima nib.
Levenger only seems to have Fine nibs left in inventory; the Waterman Fine nib is narrower
than some other brands of Fine nibs, but I like it that way. If you want a different size
nib, then you can send it to Waterman/Parker Service in Janesville, WI and they will
exchange the nib, at no charge, for an Extra Fine, Medium, Broad, Oblique Fine, Oblique
Broad, or Stub (your choice). The pen is a cartridge/converter and uses Waterman
cartridges, which are different than the international standard, but readily available at
most stationary stores (including Staples). The tiping material (i.e., often called
Iridium, because that was one of the original materials used) is very smooth - I have a
dozen Waterman fountain pens with nibs of every size and shape and have yet to get a 'bad'
one. But, the Waterman nib is a little stiffer than some other nibs. You can get a little
flex out of the Waterman, but you have to really press hard, and I would not recommend
pressing that hard very often with too many nibs. Of course, you can always get a 'lemon,'
but if you do, send the pen to Waterman Service and they will fix it for you. I hope that
SOME of this was useful information. |
| MontBlanc Gilt Chronograph aph Watch For Sale. Mint**
Never Worn. |
| |
4/8/2001: klangboylty |
|
Hi There, I have one MontBlanc Gilt Chronograph watch for sale. Authentic
MontBlanc watch, I guranteed. Comes with full papers and original box. MontBlanc boutique
selling at $1700 and my price is $1400 including shipping and insurance. Interested please
e-mail for photo and discussion. Thanks!. |
| Waterman Opera |
| |
4/8/2001: Dan Suskin |
|
Hi all, I'd appreciate comments on the Waterman Opera pen that Levenger
sells for $199. Thank you Danni |
| pens FS |
| |
4/8/2001: scaupaug@aol.com |
|
http://members.aol.com/scaupaug/pensFS/index.html |
| Liquidation of collection - excellent pens and prices |
| |
4/8/2001: JiaXian |
|
Hi, I'm liquidating my collection of some 240 pens, all at most agreeable
prices. Please take a look at them using the link below.
SJX Collections - http://home1.pacific.net.sg/~teomm/index.html
Regards, JiaXian |
| re:Montblanc Piston Mechanism Material |
| |
4/8/2001: Ulsterman |
|
Unscrew the filler knob and take a look at the threads. If they are brass
in color, you have brass innards. This is pictured at
http://www.enter-net.de/auktion/auktion.htm scroll down to item #A292. There is additional
information on the Montblanc filler mechanism at http://www.vintagepens.com scroll down to
search, enter Montblanc and check out what Mr. Nishimura has to say about the vintage
filler mechanism. I am a novice at this identfying process myself and this information is
the extent of what I've found readily (actually, not so readily) available by searching on
the web and checking the information at present and past auctions on ebay and penbid. Hope
it helps you. |
| Aurora Nibs |
| |
4/7/2001: Rich C. |
|
I have both an 18k and 14k medium italic nib. The 18k nib on my Mare
writes a finer line than the 14k, and the edges are not quite as sharp (almost like a
stub). The 14k writes a much wetter line with more line variation. I've also tried their
stub, but it's too fine for my liking, and doesn't give nearly as much line variation as
either of the italics. Hope this helps... |
| Aurora Optima nibs (part two) |
| |
4/7/2001: Rod Ragner |
|
Will, I forgot. You have another option: you could send the Optima to
John Mottishaw (www.nibs.com) and he will regrind/reshape it to any kind of nib that you
want for $50. He could even increase the flexibility (that is what I recently had done to
my Aurora 14k Extra Fine nib) for an additional $35. So, you could have your Broad
modified to a Medium or Italic for $50, or you could buy another 14k nib for $150 (less
some discount), or you could buy a second Optima (Bordeaux or Black) for $295 (less some
discount), or you could find someone willing to swap nibs with you. I also forgot that I
have a Mare with an 18k Fine nib too (shame on me for forgetting her). |
| Aurora Optima nibs |
| |
4/7/2001: Rod Ragner |
|
I have an Aurora (red) 75th Anniversary with an 18k Stub nib, a Sole with
an 18k Medium Italic nib, a Primavera with an 18k Oblique Broad nib, a Green Resin Optima
with a 14k Extra Fine, and an gold plated trim 88 (same size and similar shape as Optima)
with an 18k Extra Fine nib. All of these nibs are exchangeable and all of them are quite
nice. I prefer narrower nibs to wider nibs and 18k nibs to 14k nibs; [it is my experience
that] an 18k Aurora nib is smoother than the same size 14k nib. I hope that you can find
someone who is interested in swapping nibs with you. A separate 14k nib (any size,
including Medium Italic) retails for $150, while an equivalent 18k nib retails for $190.
If interested in purchasing a nib, e-mail me and I will refer you to my favorite dealer. |
| Aurora Optima Nib |
| |
4/7/2001: Will Thorpe |
|
I have a solid green Optima, about two years old, that has a Broad nib.
The broad nib is a bit to much for me. I think I read that these nibs screw in, anybody
know for sure? Any idea of where I could get a Medium replacement, maybe a medium italic?
Any experience with the Aurora italic nib? Thanks, Will. |
| Pens for Sale |
| |
4/7/2001: Andy Rothman |
|
Hi everyone -- I have a list of over 20 wonderful vintage pens for sale.
Names include Parker, Sheaffer, Moore, Diamond Medal, Diamond Point, Conway Stewart,
Conklin, etc. If interested, e-mail me for a list at arothman@mediaone.net. Thanks. Andy
Rothman. |
| montblanc piston mechanism material |
| |
4/7/2001: j |
|
I've been trying to find info on the net about the piston filling
mechanism in modern montblancs,I remember an article that was quite helpfull in
determining if you have a brass mechinism or a plastic mechanism piston filler,I forgot
the details. is there anyone who knows how the diference can be seen from one mechanism to
another |
| Duofold with vacumatic trim |
| |
4/6/2001: Isaacson |
|
Ron wrote about a 1940's striped parker duofold-esqu pen with vacumatic
imprint and trim. Questioned if rare. Rare- not really. Uncommon- sure. Certainly
interesting. I own of few of these. 1942 was a weird year for vacs. Several odd models
that year. But we're talking vacs, so what else is new. While duofolds come in three
sizes, the Vacu-Folds appear (IMHO) in medium and small sizes only. Have vac imprint, have
vac clip and nib (which themselves could be swapped- but not that imprint). All seem to
have the 1942 "Stacked coin band". I prefer not to call this jeweler band as
that band seems to have ended around 1941 and was wider than this 1942 band and had blank
spaces above and below the lines. Other weird 1942 vacs with this band include the scarce
correct single jewel shadowwaves. Value? Problematic. These are scarce- maybe 1 in 100
duofolds are like this. But few people hunt them. Generally I've been able to find them
from the price of a similar simple duofold to about $50 above. One recently sold on ebay-
advertised as scarce prototype- for considerable sum. The pen looked quite nice but I
respectfully strongly disagree with prototype label. But, like most things
"vacumatic", that too is a subjective call. You found a neat pen. Congrats. i
still need a couple colors and sizes for my collection. But you won't be financing college
with this one :-) best regards. david |
| TWOFERSALE |
| |
4/6/2001: Mike Krut |
|
Hi fellow Pen Lovers. It's TGIF and I decided to have a TWOFERSALE. Both
pens have been expertly reconditioned, so I will only point out the defect.-The Sheaffers'
lever is brassed in an hour glass pattern. All my pens are guaranteed and I have a no
hassle return policy, as long as the pen has not been damaged. First e-mail wins. Good
Luck! 1. An excellent++ 1946 Standard single jewel Parker Vacumatic, in blue, great
transparency, no brassing, no bite marks or scratches, Med. 14k nib, blue diamond clip,
////\\\\\ gf cap band; this is a very sweet pen---$110.00 2. A Sheaffer's standard balance
pen circa 1936, lever fill, 14k fine feathertouch nib, no brassing of gf cap band or
flattened ball clip, bright white dot, tiger eye (gold & brown) stripe, this handsome
pen will last a lifetime--$55.00 Thank you for your time. Mike Krut, AKA, Goldennib |
| montblanc for sale |
| |
4/6/2001: jose
carvalho |
|
I've two montblanc foutain pens for sale. One is a Lorenzo di Medici and
the other is a Hemingway. |
| Parker 51 needs new home |
| |
4/6/2001: Steve |
|
Anyone willng to give a Parker 51 a new home for $60.00? It has a
sterling silver cap, a slight ding on the back of the cap, gray bbl, and a fine nib. Its a
vacumatic fill. Overall, a nice pen, in pretty good shape overall. Thanks! |
| Dip pen nibs |
| |
4/6/2001: claus holten |
|
Dear Penlowers, I am looking to buy/trade any old and good condition
salesman sample of dip pen nibs. thanks, claus |
| Beautiful, walnut-amber colored, horn-made pens |
| |
4/6/2001: Susanna |
|
We have now some beautiful fountain pens and rollerballs with golden
trims - or sterling silver cap and trims - made in genuine buffalo horn. Available for
immediate delivery. --------->www.pens.it<-------- |
| Parker 75 website update |
| |
4/5/2001: Lih-Tah Wong |
|
Greetings Penlovers!
Just a quick note that I have updated the reference section of the Parker 75 website for
April. New for this month is a pictorial comparison of the variations in the stainless
steel Flighter model. Also new info on pencil mechanisms used in the 75 line.
Of course there have been constant updates of the Exchange section with new or mint 75
items.
Come and take a look if you are interested in the 75s!
Regards,
Lih-Tah
www.Parker75.com
|
| Collectible Stars! NEW |
| |
4/5/2001: Regina
Martini |
|
The new Montblanc book is out: written by Wallrafen and Rößler (who
published already the first book). This book starts where the first ends: all pens between
1946 and 1979 are desribed. Lot of pictures. Prices. Informations. Bound in hardcover.
***Dealer inquiries are welcome (minimum order 10 pieces)*** |
| Aurora Primavera Part |
| |
4/5/2001: Rich
Matosky |
|
Ok, here goes. I gave a friend of mine an Aurora Primavera RB as a gift
and the son-of-a-gun went and broke the barrel in half. While it could be repaired by
someone with the right skills, I'd really like to find a new barrel for it. Any
suggestions, or if anyone has a spare lying around (don't laugh too hard), please contact
me off-line. Thank you in advance. Rich |
| New England Pen Show |
| |
4/4/2001: Sam |
|
This Weekend! April 6-8, 2001
New England Pen Show!Holiday Inn - Somerville
30 Washington St
Somerville, Mass
Hotel PH: 617-628-1000
Show Info: Rob Morrison 617-776-4668
or email robmorrison@mediaone.net
Weekend Registration $50
Sunday Admission $5
See ya'll there! Sam
http://www.pendemonium.com |
| refills |
| |
4/4/2001: Fran |
|
I am trying to find refills for a small Edison Fountain Pen. It was made
in Petersburg VA. It is 3 1/2 inches long with a ring at the top to attach it with a
chain. Please help me if you know. Thank You |
| SCPCC Meeting |
| |
4/4/2001: John
Maloney |
|
The next meeting of the Southern California Pen Collectors Club (SCPCC)
is scheduled for April 28 at a member's home in Sierra Madre. Club members will receive a
copy of the Scribbles newsletter shortly with directions to the location. Questions can be
directed to Fred Krinke at the Fountain Pen Shop (626) 294-9974, or eMail me at
fountainpenguy@hotmail.com. |
| St Dupont |
| |
4/4/2001: Paul |
|
I have a S.T Dupont Silver plated Ball Point the model is Les Classiques.
The inside works have become very loose and it needs servicing. I live in the UK. Can any
one direct me to a suitable organisation that could service this pen. It is somthing of an
old friend and is one of the very view items of value that I have managed to keep for over
15 years without loosing. Thanks for your anticipated help Paul |
| Waterman |
| |
4/4/2001: MARVIN |
|
I have a NEW WATERMAN PATRICIAN (green) in original box. Never used.
Original price:$350. Will sell for $200. |
| Auction pictures |
| |
4/4/2001: Don Lavin |
|
Well we have finally completed the auction catalog for the upcoming
Chicago Pen Auction on May 5, 2001. As a result I will now start taking the individual
pics for the auction presentation, but we have uploaded to our web site some pics of some
interesting pens such as the great Waterman red ripple combo from the 20's and the
sensational original Pelikan with Todelo work from the 30's. So check out our web site at
www.zoss.com/chicagopenshow for show info and for some of the pics with more to come. We
look forward to seeing many penlovers in Chicago in May. Don |
| Ron's Purchases |
| |
4/4/2001: Don Lavin |
|
Well Ron I would not be too upset about buying a woodgrain Waterman 54
with a Mabie Todd nib. No.4 Waterman nibs from the 20's are easy to acquire at pen shows
and from "beater" 54s in black hard rubber. And the Mabie Todd nib is an
excellent nib worth at least $25 as a number 4 in good condition. As for the value of your
Waterman it is hard to assess without more information such as the condition of the
imprints, the color, cap band, clip and lever and whether the barrel is warped or
straight. All of these factors come into play when appraising a pen. As for the other
purchases they may be excellent users but with cracked caps and damage the values are low.
Maybe better for the good parts such as nibs, sections and feeds to be placed into better
barrels. I would suggest that you did fine and that you should enjoy your purchases, put
them into working condition yourself and write away. Don |
| Lamy 2000 |
| |
4/4/2001: Sumi |
|
Try as I might, I just can't bond with my Lamy 2000 Fountain Pen. I have
a fine nib (writes more like medium) and an extra fine nib (writes like a large fine). The
fine nib is lightly used and the extra fine nib has been used only a handful of times.
Please contact me if you have an interest in this pen. I'd consider a trade. Thanks. |
| Pen Lover's Diet |
| |
4/4/2001: Bill Stevens |
|
Here is my new Pen Lover's Diet Plan. Step 1: Select the pen from your
collection that you hate the most -- ugly, makes your hand hurt when you use it, and stops
writing after three sentences. Step 2: Put a black shroud over the rest of the collection.
Step 3: Only use the dog-pen until you have lost 25 pounds. Step 4: On the last five
pounds, remove the shroud. You may look, but not touch. Gotta go -- I need some new pants. |
| Montblanc Dumas Sets |
| |
4/4/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
|
I have two Montblanc Dumas three-piece sets for sale. Both are new mint
never inked or dipped with all boxes and documents. First one is the correct fathers
signature asking $1180.00 + shipping and insurance. Second set is the incorrect sons
signature asking $1150.00 + shipping and insurance. Also could possibly be interested in a
trade in part for the MB Dumas fountain pen. Dean |
| Pen Purchase |
| |
4/3/2001: Ron Meloche |
|
Purchased a #54 woodgrain Waterman with gold trim today for62.50. Upon
closer inspection at home I found that it has a Mabie Todd Eternal nib. What does this do
to the value of the pen and what if anything is the pen worth in this condition.Shame on
me I have to be more observant. The antique dealer is going out of business and I was
blinded by the 50% off sign.Orinally the price was 125.00 I also purchased a 4.5 inch
sheafre 46 special in red with gold trim with two fine cracks in the cap lip for 40.00. A
fullsize green jade sheaffer lifetime with moderate discoloration it is a flattop gold
trim. I paid 80.00.a heavily discolored 4.5 inch sheaffer lifetime white dot flat top with
gold trim and a chip out of the cap lip. The color seems to be a brownish green color. I
paid 22.50 for it. I do not know if I did bad good or what as I have no one I know of in
the San Diego area to talk with. I do have 4 reference books and I refer to them
constantly trying to absorb everything so when I see something in person I will recognize
it for what it is. Thanks, Ron Meloche |
| Omas Paragon |
| |
4/3/2001: Bill |
|
Does anyone have an Omas Paragon medium fountain pen for sale-preferably
xf nib? |
| NAMIKI DOUBLE DRAGON FOUNTAIN PEN |
| |
4/3/2001: PHIL |
|
For Sale; Recently purchased #107 of 200 Namiki Double Dragon in medium
point. NEVER inked, has all paper work, box and outer box. This is a very rare, and
incredibly beautiful fountain pen. I'm unfortunately forced to sell. Paid $9500.00 for
this pen, I will accept serious offers. Please email with questions and offers. Thank You! |
| Tom Godwin's pen |
| |
4/3/2001: Allen |
|
Hi Tom, tried to email you about your faberge pen, but the email wouldn't
go through, please email me, Allen |
| Thoughts On Stipula |
| |
4/3/2001: Alan |
|
I just wanted to tell everyone that I purchased a Stipula Duetto over the
weekend (I got the blue) and after a few days of using it have determined it is one of the
best pens out there for the money. Usually they are right around $200 discounted. So if
anyone is considering a new pen please look at this pen! It has a great 18Kt nib and is
large and beautiful and writes like a dream. I honestly have never given Stipula much
thought throughout my collecting but will take a closer look in the future. Great pen - -
honest. |
| fabrege fountain pen |
| |
4/3/2001: tom godwin |
|
I own a gold-plated fabrege fountain pen with a 14kt gold nib. It is in
the original box and has never been used. Anyone interested in purchasing this pen,
contact me. |
| Montblanc LE |
| |
4/3/2001: solomon
varma |
|
Hello, saw a mint Montblanc LE Yehudi Menuhin pen in a store. Store owner
is open to offers. Does anyone know what it's worth please. Thanks. |
| Sheaffer's Specials |
| |
4/2/2001: Chuck Swisher
|
|
Hi Folks, We are now offering the following Sheaffer writing instruments
at a very Special price: 1. Sheaffer Classic Balance Fountain Pen and Roller Ball Sets in
Hunter Green, Navy Blue, Black. Available with Fine, Medium & Broad nibs. Suggested
Retail Price (per set): $174.00 Special Price (per set): $75.00 2. Sheaffer Balance
Fountain Pen and Roller Ball Sets in Amber Glow and Cobalt Glow. Available with Extra
Fine, Fine, Medium & Broad nibs. Suggested Retail Price (per set): $360.00 Special
Price (per set): $131.25 http://www.swisherpens.com/Specials/Sheaffer/Sheaffer.htm We also
have some of the Sheaffer Aspen Fountain Pens available without the bottle of ink.
Available with Extra Fine, Fine, Medium & Broad nibs: Suggested Retail Price: $175.00
Special Price: $122.50 We only have a limited quantity of these sets, so please order soon
if you want a particular color or nib size. To place an order, please use the
"Secure" order form on our web site or call us at one of the telephone numbers
listed below. Thanks for reading, we appreciate your business. Chuck Swisher -
chuck@swisherpens.com Swisher Pens, Inc. - http://www.swisherpens.com - "Your
Internet Source For Fine Quality Writing Instruments" Tele: (757) 471-7445 Toll Free:
(888) 340-7367 Fax: (757) 471-4226 |
| Blue/Gold Ribbed |
| |
4/2/2001: Alan |
|
I have a Michel Perchin blue and gold fountain pen new in the box, medium
nib for sale or trade. Interested in anything interesing or, of course, cash. Also have a
mint Octavian no box/papers - same deal applies. Thanks. |
| In search for a 1924 LE classique BP... |
| |
4/2/2001: Jeff Weinstein |
|
To whom it may concern, I am in search for a Montblanc 1924LE classique
BP. I know Montblanc, only made 1,924 of the black on black classique BP worldwide. Please
contact me by my email. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jeff |
| Pelikan MC 150 Fine Italic Nib |
| |
4/2/2001: C.O. Bohlman, M.D. |
|
For years, I wrote my hospital orders with a Pelikan MC 120. I need a
Fine Italic Nib for same. If the nib alone is not available, I would buy another Pelikan
MC 120 with a Fine Italic Nib. Thank you much for your assistance. C.O. Bohlman, M.D. P.O.
Box 115 Fort Supply, OK 73841 |
| FS: near mint BCHR Rexall & Moore |
| |
4/2/2001: Ken Smoot |
|
Both pens are in superb condition, the Rexall is a sleeve filler, BCHR
excellent nib, color and chasing in original box with instructions. Moore (actually
pre-Moore) Safety pen, excellent nib, color and chasing, in original box with
instructions. $105 each delivered in US. Thank you. Email me for scans. |
| FS: Montblanc & Sheaffer LEs, Pelikan 1000 |
| |
4/2/2001: Ken Smoot |
|
MB Alexander Dumas son (wrong signature) New in box, an absolutly
beautiful pen: $570. Sheaffer LE Balance, new in wooden box $425. Pelikan 1000 (biggest
Pelikan) new in box $330. Free shipping in US. |
| Locate a pen |
| |
4/2/2001: Michael Jones |
|
I am trying to locate a source for a pen with the name "Louis
Phillips" on the cap of the pen. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks for your help,
Michael |
| Limited edition pens for sale from Montblanc and OMAS |
| |
4/2/2001: mark carol |
|
I have a collection of limited edition pens including Montblanc Medici,
Octavian, Louis XV, Dragon, Regent, Gold Regent, and Semiramus. I also have the Exotic
Wood series from OMAS, the Jeruselum pens (gold and silver), and a complete set of Marconi
(Blue, Grey, Silver, Gold, Electra). Prices are steeply discounted off of purchase price
and are negotiable. All are unused, in original boxes. A great chance to get these limited
edition pens at the best price around. |
| Pelikan Roller Ball |
| |
4/2/2001: Darren Dean |
|
I have a Pelikan Roller Ball and Fountain Pen set. I can't seem to find
refills for the Roller Ball. I am looking for medium black. Anyone know where I can find
them on the Net. It seems that the office supply store that used to carry them here where
I live is no longer going to do that. Thanks for any help that can be provided. |
| Montblanc Noir et Noir Ballpoint MIB |
| |
4/1/2001: Jeff L. |
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Brand new, MIB Mountblanc Noir et Noir BALLPOINT f.s. They're getting
harder to find. This was the one that was recalled due to tradename infringements. Asking
$200. If interested, email me back channel. |
| Pens For Sale |
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4/1/2001: Michael P. Clague |
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Clague's Antiques and Collectibles - http://www.ncn.net/~mpcac/ - Hello,
I have just added some new pens to my website and would like to invite you to visit. All
new items are marked **** after their item number. I have many Parker, Sheaffer, and
Esterbrook pens. I also have many others. All are restored and ready to write!! - I accept
Visa, Mastercard, and Discover Card. I also accept Paypal and Bidpay.com!! I welcome
International Customers!! I offer a 100% satisfaction return policy. Thanks, Michael |
| Aussie Dollar Falls AGAIN |
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4/1/2001: Peter Ford |
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The demise of the Aussie Dollar continues. This weekend it hit another
all time low. A$1.00 currently costs US$0.485 (less than 49 cents). If you want to see
what that buys in vintage pens, look at http://www.vintagepens.com.au |
| Montblanc "Boheme" |
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4/1/2001: Greg |
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I am looking for a decent price on the new Montblanc "Boheme"
series of pens... Can anyone suggest a reseller that will discount this set of pens,
fp-bp. Thanks for any help you can offer. |
| Osmiroid nibs |
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4/1/2001: Ed Groe |
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If you are still looking for nibs check out your local Michael's Craft
store or if you have a local Dick Blick store. Good hunting. |
| WTB: Cross Classic Century f.p. |
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4/1/2001: tim |
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Hello: I am looking for a Cross Century Classic fountain pen with a
burgundy matte finish. This line was discontinued by Cross a few years ago. Any nib size
is fine. I want to complete a set. If anyone has any suggestions on where I might locate
this pen please let me know. Thanks, Tim timothyyoung@mindspring.com |
| April Stylophiles |
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4/1/2001: Dean Tweeddale |
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Just a note to let all you Penlovers know that the April issue of
Stylophiles is now online. Ten new articles with terrific images to go with them. Just
click the Stylophiles button on the left or from Penlovers Homepage click Stylophiles.
Hope you enjoy the issue and be sure to let Bill and I know what you think of it. Dean |
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