August 2002

Parker Collector Sets
	8/31/2002: Esther
	One of the most desireable Parker pen to the avid Parker collector is the 1988 Centennial, celebrating Parker's 100th anniversary. The Collector's Set was a special edition consisting of a Duofold Centennial, a wooden desk tray, a bottle of ink, and papers, all in a box. We have three NOS mint sets left. We also have a Marble Blue 1988 Centennial in a rare wooden box. Happy Holiday.

Pen World mags
	8/31/2002: Chris
	I am in need of several issues of Pen World. Vol.1 #1,2,4; Vol. 7 #3,5,6; and Vol.8 #1,2. Would anyone have these available for sale or trade? I also have a number of extra issues for sale or trade. Many thanks!

Pens for Sale
	8/31/2002: tim
	I'd be willing to make trades for a Parker Inflection (other than black finish) and/or a Waterman Preface (would like rollerballs but fountain pens would be alright). Please contact me at: timothyyoung@mindspring.com if you have any questions. For Sale: 1. Mont Blanc Stainless Steel rollerball and ballpoint. Both in mint condition. The ballpoint has never been used and comes with the box and papers. $400.00 for both. 2. Cross Century 2000 Fountain Pen, medium nib, matte black finish with silver appointments. Used only once, comes with box and papers. $45.00 3. Waterman Carene rollerball, Amber Shimmer finish. In excellent condition. Comes with box. $70.00 4. Mont Blanc burgundy rollerball pen. In excellent condition. $75.00 5. Parker Inflection fountain pen, fine nib, black lacquer finish. In excellent condition. Used once. Comes with box and papers. $55.00 6. 2 Parker 75 rollerball pens. Excellent condition. These have the rollerball section but they might be used with the fountain pen section. Red lacquer finish. $50.00 per pen. 7. Cross ATX red copper finish. Fine nib. Excellent condition. Rarely used. Comes with box and papers. $45.00 8. Pelikan Celebray 570 fountain pen. Medium nib. Black lacquer finish. Has Hanover 2000 Expo on the cap. Never inked. Comes with box and papers. $75.00 9. Waterman Rhapsody fountain pen with fine nib. Excellent condition. Blue marble finish. $100.00 10. 3 Cross Century rollerball pens. Gold filled finish. $30.00 per pen. 11. Cross Century II gold filled ballpoint pen. Never used. Comes with box. $50.00 12. Cross Century medallist rollerball pen with matching key chain. Never used. Comes with box. $40.00 13. Parker 75 rollerball. Brown swirl finish. Never used. Comes with box. $75.00 14. Parker 75 ballpoint. Brown swirl finish (matches the roller). Never used. $45.00 15. Parker 75 ballpoint and mechanical pencil. Brown swirl finish. Never used. $75.00 for both.

Update : The Katie Hill Memorial Pen Fund - Chartpak donation
	8/30/2002: Len Provisor
	Chartpak, the U.S. distributor for Pelikan has advised me of their generous donation of 100 M150 fountain pens for this Fund. The M150 was never introduced in the U.S. so it will be very special. All green barrel, black cap, gold trim and gold plate steel nib. Pens are on the way to me now, we will post images of both Pelikan and Monteverde pens on the Katie Hill web page on the Home Page of WWW.PENTRACE.COM very soon. I'm happy to say that we have just over $4,000. in donations from many generous friends and donors. Your minimum donation of $50. per pen of your choice will include a fine paper memo pad and an ink blotter imprinted with a recent quotation of Katie's about friendship. Each pen will have engraved on the cap : Katie Hill Forever our Pen Pal On Wed Sept. 4 I will make a random drawing of 10 names from all donors who may choose to have their nibs custom ground by Richard Binder of Richard's Pens WWW.RICHARDSPENS.COM Richard is famous for his remarkable nib grinding. This donation offer is limited to the total availability of 100 Pelikan M150 pens donated by Chartpak and 100 Monteverde Invincia donated by Jerry Greenberg of Monteverde. Pelikans are all fine nib, Monteverde are all medium. Thank you to everyone who has generously donated, and those who will. All donations received on behalf of the Katie Hill Fund will be distributed to benevolent organizations of the family's choosing. Organizers of this effort make no representations concerning the potential tax consequences of such donations or the fair market value of the memorial pen set. Please consult with your tax professional on such matters. Individuals working to make this Fund possible are Chartpak, the U.S. distributor of Pelikan writing instruments Jerry Greenberg, Yafa, and U.S. distributor for Monteverde pens Fountain Pen Hospital, Donal Higgins of Pentrace, Richard Binder, Jimmy Tom and Len Provisor

MORE NOS PENS FOR SALE!!
	8/30/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	Digging around my boxes, I've discovered the following, all new old stock, all include postage unless specificed--no boxes unless specified: 1. Sheaffer Targa Sterling Silver x-hatch BP $30; 2. Sheaffer Targa Thin model Flighter with GF trim, 14k m nib, convertor sold on ebay in July for $49.99, found another $45; 3. Sheaffer Standard Flighter, chrome trim steel nib F with convertor $36 without convertor $31 (these are really nice--don't think the steel nibs are scratchy...they are nice and smooth) These last two are what I call "guilt free pens"--you can lose them and not feel guilty! ; 4. Parker 75 in black laque French pen, drawer wear and a scratch on the barrel, Broad nib (not used as far as I can see), no convertor $49. This will make a great user! 5. Parker Classic 75 cisele pencil, used wear on top "clicker" and clip, but still nice $21, 6. NOS Parker Centennial Blue Marble (discontinued color)--drop dead gorgeous!, m nib, complete with all papers, cartridge, convertor, inner and outer boxes-pristine in every way $199 plus post, 7. Sheaffer Legacy, Red with GP cap perfect F nib, all papers, etc. Never dipped--get free nib exchange at Sheaffers, $99 plus post. First confirming email get's 'em! Jon R

MORE NOS PENS FOR SALE!
	8/30/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	Digging around my boxes, I've discovered the following, all new old stock, all include postage unless specificed--no boxes unless specified: 1. Sheaffer Targa Sterling Silver x-hatch BP $30; 2. Sheaffer Targa Thin model Flighter with GF trim, 14k m nib, convertor sold on ebay in July for $49.99, found another $45; 3. Sheaffer Standard Flighter, chrome trim steel nib F with convertor $36 without convertor $31 (these are really nice--don't think the steel nibs are scratchy...they are nice and smooth) These last two are what I call "guilt free pens"--you can lose them and not feel guilty! ; 4. Parker 75 in black laque French pen, drawer wear and a scratch on the barrel, Broad nib (not used as far as I can see), no convertor $49. This will make a great user! 5. Parker Classic 75 cisele pencil, used wear on top "clicker" and clip, but still nice $21, 6. NOS Parker Centennial Blue Marble (discontinued color)--drop dead gorgeous!, m nib, complete with all papers, cartridge, convertor, inner and outer boxes-pristine in every way $199 plus post, 7. Sheaffer Legacy, Red with GP cap perfect F nib, all papers, etc. Never dipped--get free nib exchange at Sheaffers, $99 plus post. First confirming email get's 'em! Jon R

Centennial Duofold's
	8/30/2002: Esther
	If you always wanted the classy classic Black Centennial, here is you chance to get it at an amazing price of only $190 !!! We have them in stock with a choice of nibs - Needlepoint, XF, F, B, XB, XXB, FO, MO, BO, BI. We also have the Centennial Pearl & Black for $250. There are only a couple of those left. Thank you.

re: Campo Marzio Penne
	8/29/2002: Waco Johnny D
	If you don't get an answer on this board, try Annemarie at Inkpalette. She used to carry their ink so she may have an idea about their other products. WJD.

REDUCED PRICES ON REMAINING NOS PENS!
	8/29/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	Lets get rid of these, folks! The following are NOS old style Pelikans, complete with clamshell boxes and all papers: Burgundy M600 Fine nib was $125 now $115, Black M600 X/F nib was $115, now $105. M200/K200 Blue clicker button bp F nib, was $65 now $59. Above includes domestic US shipping, insurance extra. Also, I have what appears to be NOS Waterman LeMan 100 (the big one!) in black laque over brass. The pen is equiped with a fantastic two-tone broad nib. Convertor, ink cartridges, papers, inner and outer boxes. Here's the problem: The cap has what appears to be two either deep scratches or hairline cracks starting at where the clip is attached. Not sure if the cap was switched, or what, but the rest of the pen is perfect. I'm sure Waterman service could replace the cap, probably at minimal or no cost, since the pen appears unused. Even as is, the cap is intact and could certainly be used. Price is just $79 plus post and insurance.Usual rules, first confirming email gets 'em. (Pens all came from the now famous "closed pen stationary store.") Thanks Jon R

SALE ON VINTAGE PEN CATALOGUE REPRODUCTIONS!
	8/29/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	For the first time ever, I am offering a special Labor Day Sale on my reproductions of vintage fountain pen catalogues! (The wife says they take up too much room !!) So through Monday 11:59pm PDT, order any ONE catalogue and take 10% of the price shown on the order form. Order TWO or MORE, and take 15% off the prices shown. So if you want a $25 catalogue and a $35 catalogue, they would normally be $60. But, now on sale just $51.00, plus USA shipping of $3.00 per catalogue. (For international postage, email me.) The catalogues are carefully digitally reproduced on high quality coated paper and heavy comb-bound covers. The colors are indistinquishable from the originals. Many collectors feel that these all-color repros are invaluable. Here's your chance to get them at reduced prices. Please note, that I have very limited copies left of the 1927 Conklin, 1937 Chilton and the 1952 Esterbrook. Once they are gone...they are gone! I do not plan on reprinting any of these catalogues, due to cost and time involved. To see what's available and a brief discription of each catalogue, go to: http://members.aol.com/jonr529/catorder.jpg. Have patience, its a large file. For a look at some sample pages go to the same address, but after jonr529/ subsititute the following: For '23 Conklin: conkcat23.jpg, for '27 Conklin: conkcat27.jpg, for '36 Parker: pk36cat1.jpg, and pk36cat2.jpg, for Penoply go to panoply1.jpg and panoply2.jpg. Email me your orders and I will confirm total costs and provide payment instructions. If you order two or more catalogues, I WILL accept Paypal! One catalogue: cash, check or money order only. Please email first, before submitting payment. Thanks for your support! Jon R

Aurora Pen Repair?
	8/29/2002: Warren Wilson
	Big OOPS!! I just dropped my Aurora 80th Anniversary LE and broke the feed at the bottom of the pen barrel. The nib looks fine, but now in need of repair. Can someone give me some advice? Thanks, Warren

What brand?
	8/29/2002: Sam
	Hi Remco, this looks like a 1940's Bayard made in aluminum. They turn up in France quite a lot & probably were not exported in any great numbers.They were not imprinted unless for a retailer & were economical as aluminum was not of the same value & interest as in 1910's. Bayard made a wide range of products for a lot of different business's. Commercially of no great value but nevertheless part of European pen history

What brand? (Picture)
	8/29/2002: Remco te Winkel
	Hello Sam, Here it is : http://www.rawin.nl/mypen.jpg What can you make off it? Remco.

Officina Pens
	8/29/2002: Doctor Nib
	Greetings Stylophiles! Does anyone know who is the US distributor for Officina Pens? Please advise. THANKS! DOCTOR NIB

Vector
	8/28/2002: Brian Matlock
	I'm looking for a Vector ballpoint/pencil set in the pushbutton style (preferably in blue). Anyone know if these are still produced and/or where I might get one? Thanks, Brian

Campo Marzio Penne
	8/28/2002: Mal Geffon
	I was recently given a ball point and fountain pen made by an Italian company named Campo Marzio Penne. Does anyone know where I might buy replacement cartridge and refills for the pens?

Esterbrook Flo-Master markers.
	8/28/2002: Jim Phillips
	Attention; I am looking for Esterbrook "Flo-Master" Felt tip refillable felt tip markers circa 1960 to 1970. Also any related Flo-Master marker items . Please Email me at JSPCONGA@AOL.com. Re:Flo-Master pens. This is for a major research project that could bring the Flo-Master back into the market. Thanks for your help. Jim Phillips.

decorating glass bottles
	8/28/2002: Linda
	Does anyone know where I can buy silver color ( not sterling) metal corner and filigree pieces to glue on bottles to deocrate them. Have looked everywhere

Parker 51 Award
	8/28/2002: John Maloney
	Bob- See the article in the current issue of the PENNANT on the Parker 51, with specific discussion of the Club Award sales incentive program. The PENNANT is published by the Pen Collectors of America (PCA).

Duofold Red Jasper Ballpoint
	8/28/2002: Jake
	Looking to purchase this item.

Parker 51 -double jewelled
	8/28/2002: Bob Goshay
	Have a doubled jewelled Parker 51, pump mechanism, with aluminum jewel on the barrel end. Engraved "Club 51 Award". Lustraloy cap. Am told this was given to Parker employees as an award for various activities. Unable to veriy this. Anyone have an insight to the provenance of this pen? Thanks. Bob

What brand?
	8/28/2002: Sam
	Hi Remco, any relation to Ripvan ? From your description maybe an image would be the best way to determine the origins of your pen, although it sounds French to me.

What brand?
	8/27/2002: Remco te Winkel
	Hello all, Although I realize you get a lot of "What's this" messages, I would like to try. I have been searching the internet for several days now and am still puzzled. I'll try to descripe the pen in the most detail I can. It is a all silver(coloured)lever filled fountain pen. The cab has a gold(coloured) "ring". From top to bottom there are stripes of alternatively blank and "waved" lanes. The clip has "depose" on the inside and the nid says "Oxydable Iridium Pointed". The clip begins Pelikanlike but has a rectangled ending. Anyone?

What brand?
	8/27/2002: Remco te Winkel
	Hello all, Although I realize you get a lot of "What's this" messages, I would like to try. I have been searching the internet for several days now and am still puzzled. I'll try to descripe the pen in the most detail I can. It is a all silver(coloured)lever filled fountain pen. The cab has a gold(coloured) "ring". From top to bottom there are stripes of alternatively blank and "waved" lanes. The clip has "depose" on the inside and the nid says "Oxydable Iridium Pointed". The clip begins Pelikanlike but has a rectangled ending. Anyone?

Duofold Mosaic
	8/27/2002: Esther
	This is the very last time that we can offer the hard to find Mosaic pencil for $150. We also have the other Mosaic items on sale, FP, BP, and RB. By the end of this week, all of our stock of pencils will be gone. Thank you.

SALES go on
	8/27/2002: Susanna
	We're finally back from vacations, and still have in stock few Marlen 21 Inlay (in briarwood), Visconti (acrilic) Titanic and Empire, and Ancora Amalfi. Anyone interested? Great prices, immediate shipping. ------- www.pens.it ------

FOR SALE: Pelikan Celebry 580 fountain pen with blue finish
	8/27/2002: tim
	FOR SALE: Pelikan Celebry 580 fountain pen with blue finish. Box, papers, and cartridges included. Fine nib. Only inked once. $95.00 (shipping included)

FOR SALE: MB burgundy resin, rollerball pen
	8/27/2002: tim
	FOR SALE: MB burgundy resin, rollerball pen. Has been used but very good condition. No box or papers. $85.00 (includes shipping)

FOR SALE: MB ballpoint pen, black resin
	8/27/2002: tim
	FOR SALE: MB ballpoint pen, black resin. Like new, rarely used. No box or papers but it does have the serial number on the clip band. $60.00 (includes shipping).

FOR SALE: Cross Century 2000 FP matte black
	8/27/2002: tim
	FOR SALE: Cross Century 2000 FP (medium nib)with matte black finish. Box, converter, papers included. $45.00 (shipping included)

Paging John Knight
	8/27/2002: Northwest Pen Works
	John, if you are reading this message board please e-mail me. Michael

Simplo Montblanc #25
	8/27/2002: Martin
	If you collect Montblanc's I have at the moment a Montblanc Masterpiece #25 that might interest you on eBay. Item no. is 2134057692. I'm considering selling my small collection of Pelikan 100's & 100N's. If you are interested please mail me for pictures. I'm concentrating on pre war Parker Seniors (minus flat tops with 2 cap rings) and will gladly take pens as payment if I don't have them in my collection.

Update: The Katie Hill Memorial Pen Fund
	8/27/2002: Len Provisor
	I'm happy to report that donations are pouring in every day, and much more expected from many who have e-mailed that their contributions are on the way. As of today I have received over $3,000. and requests for about 50 fountain pens, either the Monteverde Invincia or the Pelikan. To all that have contributed our sincere gratitude, your donations will directly help the charities that were close to Katie. Most of the pens are now engraved, the memo pads printed by Jimmy Tom are on the way to me, and shipments will start very soon. The Pelikan fountain pen is yet to be advised, be assured, it will be something very nice. FREE NIB GRINDING : On Wed. Sept 4 I will pick 10 random contributor's names that may choose to have their nibs custom ground by Richard Binder, of Richard's Pens. This is Richard's offer to provide you a reason to send in your contribution today to arrive in time for the drawing. Be sure to include a contact number, either e-mail or phone. Thank you for your generous contributions, it is greatly appreciated and comforting to Katie's family. Check the Home Page of WWW.PENTRACE.COM for the Katie Hill Memorial Fund information.

For SALE Brand New Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige ball point pen
	8/26/2002: Mrana
	Hello all. I have a beautiful, in mint condition Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige ball point pen in its orignal box and packing with papers, for sale. It will go for $160.00 with no shipping cost to you. I wil mail with UPS/insured. First email will get this. Your satisfaction with money back guarantee. Thanx

Parker prices
	8/26/2002: Raymond
	I can see that Parker like the 51 so much that they fixed the price. But the Red Mosaic, I don't really understand. We can get the blue one with discount, then why no discount for the red one? This must be new 21st Century business strategy. Anyway, Shame, What a shame!!!

Parker prices
	8/26/2002: Raymond
	I can see that Parker like the 51 so much that they fixed the price. But the Red Mosaic, I don't really understand. We can get the blue one with discount, then why no discount for the red one? This must be new 21st Century business strategy. Anyway, Shame, What a shame!!!

Parker 51 Price Fixing
	8/26/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	Parker Dealers are being REQUIRED to sign a statement saying they will sell the P51 and the new Mosaic at the list price. If they don't sign, they get no pens. Further, if found to be selling below list, Newell Rubberhose..I mean Rubbermaid will no longer provide that dealer with pens. Yes, restraint of trade is illegal, but tell that to the stupid corporate hacks at Rubbermaid. Too bad Parker will fair no better under their new owners than under the razor blade manufacturer! What a shame!!

51 prices in russia
	8/26/2002: david i
	seems to me that since the rest of the world can get Parker silver snake pens for around $500 and can get Mandarin for around $450 and perhaps Rockwell around $550, that russian customers would be well served to by an internet connection and to buy from rest of world. Alternatively, i would be happy to take some advance orders and pick the stuff up here for you :-) regards David

SHEAFFER Closeouts Available This Week
	8/26/2002: Terry @ Avalon Pens
	We have a limited supply of Sheaffer Closeouts and specials available this week - sale ends at close of business day on Saturday, August 31ast. Request copy of list via e-mail at drmwvr@iquest.net.

re: Parker 51 Prices
	8/26/2002: Ilya
	Re Parker Limiteds - At recent stationary show in Moscow Parker silver snake pens were selling for 2000USD , mandarin 1200USD, see no rockwell. Plenty of action, many Russian collectors looking.

re: Parker 51 Prices
	8/26/2002: Waco Johnny D
	What's going to happen? Not much. Parker will sell most if not all of them. The pipeline is already full with advance orders. Any that remain will be socked away by the salons and sold later at list or above. Some dealers who want to get rid of them (the dealers who depend on volume for survival) will discount them 30-45% in a year or so if the contract with the factory for that particular model permits. We are not sure whether the contract stipulates no below-list sales or merely no below-list advertisements. In another couple of years you'll see these pens at pen shows, used, for around half list price. I predict another big yawner, same as the other Parker LEs -- look what happened with the Mandarin, Rockwell, Snake, and so on. You can buy 2 good real 51s for the price of the new imitator, and the former will hold their value as long as you don't let the family pets or ankle-biters at them. Probably work better too. Try selling a Snake or Mandarin or Rockwell at what they went for list when they were originally shipped (rotsa ruck). WJD.

Nor. California pen club meeting
	8/26/2002: Jim Griffiths
	PAN-PACIFIC PEN CLUB MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT Saturday, September 14th 11:00am to 2:00pm Pacifica, California If you live in Northern California, or are planning to be in the San Francisco Bay Area on Saturday, September 14th, please consider joining us for our next pen club meeting. It will take place in Pacifica, California, which is on the coast immediately below San Francisco. For information on the meeting, please contact me at this address or pan-pacific@attbi.com. Best, Jim Griffiths Secretary

Liquid lead Pencil(Parker 21)
	8/25/2002: Whit
	I just carved down a regular #2 lead pencil to fit. Didn't take very long, either.

NEEDED TO SELL:
	8/25/2002: Steve
	Last price reduction-Aurora Talentum fountain pen, black w/gold trim, medium nib and matching ball point pen which uses the Parker gel refill. Both in excellent condition w/boxes and papers $125. Also, Lamy Edition 2000 Limited Edition in matte stainless, medium nib, excellent condition w/box and papers. $100. Would love to sell all three for $200. Surely someone will want to take advantage of this offer.

Liquid lead Pencil(Parker 21)
	8/25/2002: Sandy French
	Could someone email me and tell me how to refill or get refills for this fine Parker Pencil. Thank You.

Looking for Dessaim with glass nib
	8/25/2002: Suresh
	I am looking for a Visconti Dessai pen with glass nib and piston filler. Can any body help?

Parker 51 Prices
	8/25/2002: BR
	What's going to happen with the new 51, and Parker's disgusting "no discount" policies? I have a feeling, not much at all. It would be different if the pen were showing more excitement, but so far, it seems to be pretty ho-hum among serious pen people. It's nice, but at $350 maybe a bit overpriced, and since you can get a nice vintage one for less.... Parker seems to think that this is the way to "play with the big boys". They don't realize that in order to get away with acting like this they really need to have a product that everyone wants. I don't know if the new 51 falls into that category!

Parker 51LE Prices
	8/25/2002: Hank
	A considerable discussion on PenTracer covered the Parker discount subject. From what people who are aware of court rulings in the US regarding price fixing say, the company may require that advertising lists the MSRP, BUT they cannot prevent the seller from discounting the item. The blackmail that Parker had the dealers sign is probably invalid. Wait until October when the pens arrive and see what happens.

New Site, http://missgoldstand.tripod.com
	8/25/2002: Hal
	Wow ! We must salute Miss Goldstand on having a vision for the future, here is a website made to look like an antiques site set in the year 2210. As for 20th century fountain pens by that time they will probably only be seen in museums.

Copper-coloured Parker 45
	8/25/2002: Bruce Robinson
	I have just come across a copper-coloured Parker 45 It is like the "Flighter" except it seems to have a copper-anodised (?) barrel and cap, with a gold-plated blind cap where the Flighters had black or chrome blind caps. Made in USA. Any idea how common this model is. I have never seen one like it. This one is in very good condition, and it seems a shame to use it. Bruce Robinson, Perth, Western Australia

Parker 51 Discount
	8/25/2002: Raymond
	So I heard John. It seems the manufacturer is ensuring that the pen will be sold at the suggested retail price. It is more than the $350, it is like penlovers are made sure to recognise the image of the pen. Alternately, it is like saying the pen is so good that it can compete with other pens without giving penlovers the discount. I don't know if the modern Duofold was priced like this when it first came out. I was wondering if any other pen was priced like this before. On another thought, I would not feel as depressed if the pen was listed at $500 and sold for a discount price of $350.

Parker 51 Prices
	8/25/2002: John Maloney
	I have it on good authority that each dealer who orders the new 51 will be required to sign a statement that commits them to sell the pen at full retail, no discounts or "give aways" with the pen. How about that!

No discount prices for Parker 51
	8/24/2002: Raymond
	I have just been confirmed that the new Special Edition Parker 51 will be sold at the manufacturer suggested list price of $350. No discounts. This is interesting. Certainly I will think twice before ordering one. Does anyone know if this happened before, by any brand?

New Site, http://missgoldstand.tripod.com
	8/24/2002: MissGoldstand
	No hidden cost no hassel buying e-mail exchange new items added often, so bookmark have a nice day

ball point pens
	8/24/2002: alice
	I am sorry. In my first try I didn't make a clear staement. I collect ball point pens with advertising on them. Have + or - 7000 pens from around the world, would like to find a home for them. I live in Alberta Canada get in touch with me at beavera@telusplanet.net

ball point pens
	8/24/2002: alice
	would like to get in touch with Canadian ball point pen collectors contact Alice at beavera@telusplanet.net


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ball point pens
	8/24/2002: Alice
	Would like to get in touch with Canadian ball point pen collectors that have advertising

Thompson For Sale
	8/24/2002: Bill R
	I have a beautiful solid copper Thompson Duofold. Medium nib, it's the modern arrow style nib. Of course, since this is an actual button filler, instead of cartridge converter fill, it works perfectly, with none of the skipping that seems to plauge modern Duofolds! It's also amazingly beautiful, a superbly crafted piece of work, exact to the smallest detail of the original, just in one hundred percent solid copper! The bad news? It's heavy, as in H-E-A-V-Y. Weighs a ton. On the other hand, if you ever need a field expedient bludgeon, this is the pen for you! $350, a bargain for a piece of Chris Thompson's work, no matter the material! Email for pictures, I should have a link ready in a couple of hours.

PENS FOR SALE
	8/24/2002: Steve
	Last price reduction-Aurora Talentum fountain pen, black w/gold trim, medium nib and matching ball point pen which uses the Parker gel refill. Both in excellent condition w/boxes and papers $125. Also, Lamy Edition 2000 Limited Edition in matte stainless, medium nib, excellent condition w/box and papers. $100. Would love to sell all three for $200. Surely someone will want to take advantage of this offer.

Weekend Specials at Penspiration

8/24/2002: Richard Jarvis

Lots of great new stuff this week.

1. Rotring Freeway Series. This is a cool looking pen at a great price. Our favorite is the Ruby Red, which we have dubbed the Judy Garland Edition! Fountain pens: $23. Roller and ballpoint also available. Go to:

http://www.penspiration.com/Rotring.html

2. Too many new stationery and journal items to list or even get up on the site yet. However, we have some cool new journals with Celtic designs on their front covers up on the site. These are unlined, hardbound with linen fabric. Very cool. $9.95. Go to:

http://www.penspiration.com/Cachet_journals.htm

3. G Lalo boxed correspondence cards. These cards are beautiful with either bright red or deep navy lined envelopes and edges. Guaranteed to raise the level of your notes. $9. Go to:

http://www.penspiration.com/G_Lalo.html

4. We seem to have a few too many of the translucent green Pelikan 200s around here. So, if you buy one this weekend, you get a bottle of Pelikan ink in your choice of color free. Green translucent 200 fountain pens only. Just mention this offer when you order. Offer expires Sunday at midnight. Go to:

http://www.penspiration.com/Pelikan_200.html

5. Parker Sonnet Black and Silver. This is a gorgeous pen. Price with 18K nib is pretty good, too. Our price: $69. Go to:

http://www.penspiration.com/Sonnet.html

Thanks,
Richard

http://www.penspiration.com Stylish tools for inspired written communication

Donations from outside U.S.
	8/23/2002: Len Provisor
	I forgot to mention that the only type of funds I am able to receive from overseas are either International Money Orders or Traveler's Checks, such as from American Express or other services. These donations should be made payable to The Katie Hill Fund. I regret that I am not able to take any other form of payments.

Update : The Katie Hill Memorial Fountain Pen Fund
	8/23/2002: Len Provisor
	I would like to report that in just the first few days since the Katie Hill Fund page has been posted on the Home Page of Pentrace I have received an outpouring of e-mails from friends and contributors. These messages are from many friends and co-workers of Katie's in the U.S., also from mnay caring individuals world wide, from as far as Australia, Germany, England to mention a few. To date I have received contributions for over $1,200. and many more donations are on the way. This is very comforting to Katie's family to know her friends are so kind to make donations in her memory to some of her favorite charitable organizations. 100% of these donations will be dispersed by her family. For a donation of $50. you may choose a fountain pen from those donated by Jerry Greenberg, one of three styles of Monteverde Invincia, medium steel nib only, or a Pelikan which will be announced shortly. The cap of the pen will be engraved Katie Hill - Forever our Pen Pal. In addition to the pen of your choice will be a memo pad of fine quality writing paper and an ink blotter with a recent quotation of Katie's about the value of friendships. In about two weeks I will make a random drawing among all contributors who may wish to have the nib of their pen custom ground by Richard Binder, famous for his Italic Cursive "noodle". If you wish to order a pen with a custom shaped nib, please make note on your donations. If you have already sent in your donation, just e-mail me so I'll include your name for the drawing. Read further details on the Home Page of WWW.PENTRACE.COM Further updates will be announced soon. This offer of the Memorial Pen will be limited to the supply of pens donated by Pelikan and Monteverde. Contributors who are helping to make this Fund possible are : Chartpak, the U.S. distributor for Pelikan pens Jerry Greenberg of Monteverde pens Fountain Pen Hospital - engraving services Donal Higgins - Pentrace IT services Richard Binder, Richard's Pens and nib grinder Jimmy Tom, custom imprinted memo pads Brad Horn, originator of Fund and legal advice Len Provisor, ink blotters and fulfillment services

Rollerball versus Ballpoint
	8/23/2002: Gunter J. Perlwitz
	what is the difference and what is the advantage of either ??

Rollerball versus Ballpoint
	8/23/2002: Gunter J. Perlwitz

His Nibs.com update
	8/23/2002: Norman Haase
	Hello all! I've made a couple of changes to the website this week. I've added a links button, but this is for non-pen-related sites: http://www.hisnibs.com/links.htm I came across an interesting article in Science News this week, about testing the age of the ink -- as well as the parchment -- of the famous Vinland Map, which purports to show part of the coast of Canada from approximately 1000 A.D., with some claiming that the map was produced 60 years before Columbus set sail: http://www.hisnibs.com/articles.htm I've also added a large selection of new book links, including a number on pen & ink drawing, such as: Drawing in Pen & Ink, and Painting Weathered Buildings in Pen, Ink & Watercolor. For the more violent among you, there's the history of Fingertip Firepower: Pen Guns, Knives and Bombs, and the slightly more peaceful: Ornamental Pen Designs & Flourishes. Please come back frequently to the Books page, as I will be updating it regularly: http://www.hisnibs.com/books.htm Don't forget to take advantage of the August Special when ordering regular pens: http://www.hisnibs.com/specials.htm Regards, Norman Haase His Nibs.com www.hisnibs.com

richard's black ink
	8/22/2002: einv
	naturally, you can ask him. . but i would venture to guess: doctor black. he swears by it (not literally, for he indeed is the gentleman;-)

Diplomat
	8/22/2002: Mfeuerer
	Hi Everybody, I have a set of unused Diplomat Classic Collection pens inclunding the box. Who knows for how much and where can I sell this elegant couple. Any help is appreciated. Mfeuerer

Diplomat
	8/22/2002: Mfeuerer
	Hi Everybody, I have a set of unused Diplomat Classic Collection pens inclunding the box. Who knows for how much and where can I sell this elegant couple. Any help is appreciated. Mfeuerer

capital birthday greeting
	8/22/2002: Florence Viglietta
	80th birthday greeting to be mailed to the following address: Ruth Hyman 4935 W. Hull Skokie, Illinois 60077 September 23, 2002

Black as Black by Richard
	8/22/2002: Dov
	Richard Binder, that gent of a gentleman, whom I met and enjoyed talking to whilst having my pensexpertly tweaked at the Wash show, fixed my M1000 nib to a smooth and lovely. He subsequently filled the pen with a black that I've yet to encounter. I did not get to see the make but I think it may have been a self concotion. Now I need to refill and the black's i have pale in comparison. literally and figuritively.

Montblancs/Pelikan For Sale
	8/22/2002: Joe
	For Sale - I have a Montblanc Generations FP, never inked, never used, in box with papers, fine point; Montblanc Meiserstuck Black Le Grand RB, lightly used, near mint condition, in box with papers; Pelikan 600 FP in all black, near mint, medium point.

wonder vitamin question
	8/21/2002: einv
	dr. alfano,does your magic pill cure the most pressing illness in this board: fountain pen mania? if so, please sign me up (using a flexxy nib pen and doctor black ink).

For Sale: Parker 75 Sterling silver fountain pen
	8/21/2002: tim
	For Sale: Parker 75 Sterling silver crosshatch grid finish fountain pen. Fine nib. In mint condition. Purchased as new old stock.

Looking For SomeParts
	8/21/2002: Michael McNeil
	Hi Penfanatics, I'm looking for some parts and pieces, I need the following. Two gold filled clips for flat top model Diamond Pen Point Co. pens. They are what I call a "Z'd" clip. Two gold filled crown caps for oversize 20's plastic Sheaffer's pencils. #6 (?) size nib for an oversize 1930's Pencraft fountain pen, made in Libertyville, Ill. It was most likely solid 14K. A cap for a 1930's standard size Sheaffer's Balance demonstrator in transparent green. A barrel for a c. 1936 oversize Sheaffer's balance in jade green, in mint to near mint condition. No discoloration. Sheaffer's Snorkel parts pens. Decent caps for Esterbrook LJ and SJ pens. Happy Penning! Michael Northwest Pen Works Portland, Oregon There's lots more but I don't want to boggle anyone's brain ;-)

Visconti Kaweco BP refill
	8/21/2002: Warren Wilson
	I am looking for a supplier of ball point refill for my Visconti Kaweco BP. It may (or may not be a Scmidt), can't really tell. HELP!

Sloan Auction
	8/21/2002: Michael
	I don't know about what you guys think, but a lot of the estimates are way out of whack. Some of the books up for auction have estimates twice that of a brand new copy today.

Helping others and yourself
	8/21/2002: Dr. Alfano
	Due to the sorry state of medical care, I am bringing the laboratory to the general public after 25 years of medical practice. I provide a urine test which will determine your nutritional deficiencies. A multi-vitamin is customized to your biochemistry and will be sent to you each month. Due to our tremendous success we have added a weight loss program, an osteoporosis check, a stress test and are working on more so you can take charge of our own health by preventing disease and promoting wellness. You can join us and we will help you start your own business as you help others. Health professionals are making $25,000 monthly with investment of $300.00 Backed by one of the best laboratories in the US. Highest grade supplements. Email for info and good luck.

14 K waterman
	8/21/2002: Tina
	Can someone give me the value of a solid 14 K gold watermans over 50 years old.

Legacy & Parker 75 for sale
	8/21/2002: Ron Zorn
	I have two fountain pens for sale - 1) Sheaffer Legacy 2, gunmetal finish, in the box with the pen holder. Has been used, but is in excellent condition. $135. 2) Parker 75, silver plate Grain D'Orge (barley corn) finish. Near mint condition. i.e. filled once, never carried - $135. Take them both for $240. Email off list for pictures.

M800 withdrawn from sale
	8/20/2002: midnitewriter
	never, i repeat never clean your fingernails with your fountain pens. your cuticle gets inky and the pen hates it. :)

Auction
	8/20/2002: Bill Sanders
	Current issue of Pen World has an ad for an auction of a writing instruments collection in Washington toward the end of Sept. To be held at Sloan's Washington DC Auction House. The collection is the one belonging to Samuel S. Hollander.Does anyone have information on this particular person? Or opinions on the auction in question. In addition to a substantial buyer's premium,and estimated value ranges, it appears as though many items have a reserve. Any discussion on this particular auction would be interesting.

Reduced prices on pens
	8/20/2002: Steve
	I have reduced the price on the following pens which are for sale: Aurora Talentum black/gold trim fountain pen w/medium nib and matching ball point which uses the Parker gel refill. Set was posted last week for $175, now will sell for $150 which includes shipping. Pens are in excllent condition w/boxes and papers. Lamy Edition 2000 fountain pen, matte stainless steel w/medium nib. Pen was posted for $150 last week, now will sell for $125 which includes insured shipping. Pen is in excellent condition w/box and papers. Someone needs to contact me on these beautiful pens. Thank you.

Triangle (NC) Pen Club - Sunday at 1:30
	8/20/2002: Ross
	The next meeting of the Triangle Pen Club will be this Sunday, August 25, 1:30 at the Mad Hatter Bake Shop in its new location at Main and Broad Streets, across from Duke's East Campus and next to Wellspring, in Durham. The time is a bit earlier than usual because Deb had a late afternoon meeting. Bring any pens from the DC show or recent acquisitions. Hopefully the lunch crowd will have thinned. See you then! For question contact Ross McKinney (ross@rosspens.com) or Deb Kinney (kinney@law.duke.edu).

M800 withdrawn from sale
	8/20/2002: einv
	i have decided to withdraw the pen from sale. i trimmed my fingernails and used the pen once again. worked like a dream. does this mean using a pelikan urges on good personal hygiene? i can't say, it may well be a government ploy to get manicured citizenry, but for now, i like this pen, and shall hold on to it. terribly sorry to the three folks who sent e-mails expressing their interest.

Pens For Sale
	8/20/2002: Mike Krut
	Hi: I have some Weatherman's with flex-ridge fine nibs with pull off caps for sale. They are all black with gold trim. Some are smooth and some are ribbed 100 year pens with replaced ends. I also have Parker 45's plastic, flighters, all gold filled metal, and I believe I have a bronze color 45 cornet. I also have parker 17's, 21s and 21 specials. I have a lot of screw caps including Sheaffers, Eversharps, Watermans and other brands. All pens have fine nibs (X-fine & fine). All are restored and guaranteed. No hassle return policy. Please contact me with your wish list. Check list for references. Mike Krut

SELLING MONTBLANC PENS AT THROWAWAY PRICES
	8/20/2002: ASHOK JAIN
	DEAR PENLOVERS, I WANT TO SELL A FEW PENSFROM MY COLLECTION: SCOTT FITZGERALD $400 BALL PEN ALEXANDRA DUMAS $300 BALL PEN MARCEL PROUST WITHOUT BOX/PAPERS $700 CONTACT US - ASHOK JAIN

MONTBLANC GREEN 144
	8/20/2002: ASHOK JAIN
	ONE MONT BLANC GREEN 144 PEN FOR SELL AT $450 JUST.

Pens for sale
	8/20/2002: Dayne Nix
	A couple of pens for sale to pay for tuition: 1. Parker 51 Full Demo, marked Made in USA 7 Parker 51, no cracks or problems, near mint with perfect lustraloy caps. I have 2 at $450 ea, 2. Kraker Clip 5 1/4 inch black chased hard rubber, #4 flexible fine nib, very rare pen, good imprint, very slightly browned. $225; 3. Executive Skyline, black, Medium Nib, slight surface scratches and a small ding on the metal on top of the derby, $175; 4. Parker Demi streamline Duofold, Near Mint in original box, Burgandy and Black Ringtop Pen and Pencil Set $350. Pictures on request. Satisfaction guaranteed. Take care.

Michel Perchin
	8/20/2002: Sam Spigelman
	Looking to increase my collection of Michel Perhin pens. Interested in purchasing all 4 fleur de lys FP

Hamilton Flat File Filing Cabinets For Sale
	8/20/2002: Dan Fink
	I have several Hamilton Flat File Filing Cabinets For Sale. They are the large ones, 15 drawer. They are about 55" wide, 45" deep, and 50" tall. They are shipable via truck. Please email me for pictures, prices, and shipping quotes. Thank You, Dan Fink.

Would you like to HEAR the new Parker DC-3 airplanes?
	8/20/2002: Len Provisor
	Would you like to actually hear the Parker DC-3 airplanes fly past your face? The Parker corporate DC-3 aircraft models are now up on my website WWW.INKBLOTTERS.COM Wait !! If you have speakers on your computer, turn them on, but don't crank them up....yet Click on WWW.INKBLOTTERS.COM Repeat often. You will see actual vintage photos from the Geoffrey Parker family archives and also images of these two models. One model is the 1954 N51A to honor the Parker "51" pen. The other is the 1960 N61A, to honor the new Parker 61 pen. You can order one or both models. Models are 18" wingspan all wood construction and totally hand painted details. Each model base is personally signed by Geoffrey S. Parker, the great-grandson of George S. Parker. Production is limited to the extent of orders only for the calender year 2002. Orders will be accepted only up to Dec 31, 2002. Space saving wall mount is available that also swivels the plane on a neat banking angle. $250. plus $10. shipping in U.S. slightly more overseas. Safely shipping worldwide - Unconditionally guaranteed for one year. One half deposit with order, balance when ready to ship. Models are in production right now. Visit WWW.INKBLOTTERS.COM for more information. Contact Len Provisor provisorpro@earthlink.net for questions or inquiries.

Pen tray inserts for drawers
	8/19/2002: Len Provisor
	The best ones I've seen are from Gary Lehrer. I saw them at the DC show, you can trim to size, thin grey velvet covered plastic sheets, about $5. each Gary can be reached at garylehrer@aol.com

Pen Trays
	8/19/2002: Bob Sachs
	Ok, I bought the solid oak tool box from Sams and it is great for storing pens and ink. But I don't want my pens rolling around even if they're rolling around on felt. Where can I get pen tray inserts? (I know I can make them myself but I'm such a klutz that I'd screw that up, so I'd like to buy them already made and slip them into the drawers of the tool box.) Thanks. Bob

The Katie Hill Memorial Fountain Pen
	8/19/2002: Len Provisor
	I wish to update our friends on the efforts of Katie's friends for this Memorial Fountain Pen . With the approval of Katie's family, the Katie Hill Memorial Fountain Pen that will be offered for donations to directly benefit some of Katie's favorite benevolent organizations. 100% of the funds will placed in The Katie Hill Fund which has been set up by her family. These pens are generously donated by Chartpak/Pelikan and Jerry Greenberg of Delta Pens. Jerry Greenberg was in China when he learned of this tradegy and immediately e-mailed me his donation. The pens donated are a Pelikan M200 and a Monteverde Invincia. Exact pen models will be announced shortly. The pens will be tastefully engraved : Katie Hill - Forever our Pen Pal. Included will be a memo pad of fine writing paper and an ink blotter, both with an imprint of a quote from one of Katie's recent letters to a friend. Minimum donation requested is $50. per pen. Checks or international money orders only. Make your check payable to : The Katie Hill Fund Mail to : The Katie Hill Fund c/o Len Provisor 6748 RFD Long Grove, IL 60047 USA Further details will be announced and the Memorial web page will be posted on the Home Page of www.pentrace.com in the next few days. The Katie Hill Memorial Fountain Pen is by the combined caring efforts of Chartpak/Pelikan, Delta Pens, Fountain Pen Hospital, Brad Horn, Jimmy Tom, Richard Binder, Donal Higgins and Len Provisor.

green striped M800 w/ M nib FS
	8/19/2002: einv
	finally, i have looked the truth square in the eye: this pen is too big for me to hold in comfort. i know this, because of all my modern pens, it has been the one i have hardly used, inked maybe three times, and kept uninked for long periods in between, in a plush velvet pen chest. 160 dollars, shipping and insurance included. i got this NOS directly from gerd frunske of germany; it is the older version of the big bird, supposedly higher in quality than the ones available today, with their reduced retail pricing. the pelikan logo on cap bezel is stamped out of metal rather than engraved. no blemishes, or signs of use whatsoever. it is not mint, having been used gently, but it is near mint. the pen, in case you have never had or handled one, has a smooth brass piston, and a wet, wide medium nib that writes very smoothly.

Need help identifying a nib
	8/19/2002: Ron
	I have a nib assembly that I need to identify. Smaller than the modern Balance, Connoisseur, and No Nonsense, 14K but no fancy scroll work. I seem to remember seeing a Nostalgia that had a small nib assembly like this. You can see a picture at www.dreamscape.com/ronzorn/nib.jpg. Any guesses?

This Week's Special Sale
	8/19/2002: Terry @ Avalon Pens
	Send email request for Fountain Pen Special Sale items at great prices this week - sale ends August 24th - contact Terry at drmwvr@iquest.net

summer Vacumatic sale at vintagepens.com
	8/19/2002: David
	To liven things up, we've marked down nearly all our Vacs an average of 25%. http://www.vintagepens.com/catill_Parker_Vacumatics.shtml Have also just posted a most unusual Canadian postwar Imperial Vacumatic, with the cap edge decorated with parallel incised lines. It seems they were put there to erase the metal content markings; the cap was re-imprinted just above, with "GOLD FILLED" and "MADE IN CANADA", so perhaps the original markings were found to be incorrect.

Denver Store
	8/18/2002: Jim Hickman
	For Randall and wife. Paradise Pens is great. Check with Jeff Lombardo (Mgr) or Shawn. They will be glad to help. 303-754-0202 Call and they will direct you.

Montegrappa Tertio Millennio Silver LE 1998 wanted
	8/18/2002: George Guo
	Hello, I am looking for a Silver Montegrappa Tertio Millennio LE 1998. Please contact me if you have one available. Thanks

Montblanc LE and pen trays
	8/18/2002: mich341
	Hello all, Just wondering if anyone has a good resource for researching pen value. I would love to get my hands on the three-pen Agatha Christie set, but don't want to get fleased doing it. Any idea where I can find a good deal, or at least find out what I should pay? Thanks, Michelle

For sale Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige, Never used
	8/18/2002: mrana
	Hello all. I have a beautiful, in mint condition Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige ball point pen in its orignal box and packing with papers, for sale. It will go for $160.00 with no shipping cost to you. I wil mail with UPS/insured. First email will get this. Your satisfaction with money back guarantee. Thanx

FOR SALE: Cross Classic Century Fountain Pen
	8/18/2002: Stefan Pilger
	Hi all! I'd like to offer a Cross Classic Century Fountain Pen (discontinued) and the corresponding slim Ball-Point Pen for sale. Color: satin blue with 23 karat gold plated appointments, fountain pen nib size is M. Both pens are in excellent condition, rarely used. Please email me your offers!

New York City Pen Show Reservation Problem
	8/18/2002: Maryann and Steve at Penstop
	It has been brought to my attention that when trying to make a reservation for the New York City Pen Show, the central booking (800 number) does not have the show listed. I have just checked with the Central Reservations (800 number) and the block is listed under Penstop rather than NYC Pen Show. I will try to straighten this out tomorrow when the corporate offices are open for business, but in the meantime anyone trying to make a reservation using the 800 number should ask for PenstopOnline and the NYC Pen Show. If the agent cannot find the block then refer to this number 12920, which is their internal code number. Sorry for any inconvenience or frustration caused by this. I have also been informed that the block is filling quickly so that anyone who has not made their reservations yet, please do it as soon as possible to confirm the show rate of $149. Look forward to seeing you all in New York next month. I will be updating the informa tion on the website over the next week so stop by often for new and exciting postings. This is going to be a great show in a great city. Vist the site for updates by clicking the link above of copy and paste this link . . . http://www.nycpenshow.com

Denver area stores
	8/18/2002: Randall D. Williams
	My wife and I pland to visit the Denver and Estes Park, CO area next month. Can anyone make a recommendation for one or two in this area? I've found Colorado Pen and Paradise Pen Company store locations using online searches. Haven't located much else, though. I try to find a new pen as a souvenier of our trip. I'd be interested in anyones recommendations. Thanks, Randy

Denver area stores
	8/18/2002: Randall D. Williams
	My wife and I pland to visit the Denver and Estes Park, CO area next month. Can anyone make a recommendation for one or two in this area? I've found Colorado Pen and Paradise Pen Company store locations using online searches. Haven't located much else, though. I try to find a new pen as a souvenier of our trip. I'd be interested in anyones recommendations. Thanks, Randy

MB 144 Rose Gold nib repair/replacement
	8/17/2002: Shiva
	Hi all, I got a really good deal on a Montblanc 144 75th 1924 fountain with rose gold nib. However, this means that the nib is slightly bent. The pen still writes beautifully but I would prefer to have the nib fixed or replaced. Does anyone know or have an Idea how much Montblanc with charge in addition to the $55.00 service fee to repair or replace the nib on this 144 size fountain pen? Thanks, Shiva

His Nibs.com update
	8/17/2002: Norman Haase
	Hello all! I've lowered the price on the remaining Sheaffer Legacies I have in stock, to match the low price of the Legacy 2s. The Legacy was Sheaffer's original 'homage' to their PFM (Pen for Men) of the '50s, and differs from the later Legacy 2 iteration in a couple of ways. The two most obvious are that the slip cap on the Legacy has a smooth clutch (whereas the later Legacy 2 has a cap that 'clicks' when closed), and the end of the barrel, which unscrews to release the 'Touchdown' filling mechanism, is angularly cut (as with the original PFM and later Imperials), whereas the later Legacy 2 is rounded. Personally, I lean more to the Legacy as my personal choice, as I prefer the squared-off look and like that it more closely reflects the design elements of the vintage PFM. Also, it's much easier to operate the TD filler, as one's fingers gain a sure purchase on the end when unscrewing (if my fingers are at all damp, I've had difficulty unscrewing the TD filler on the super smooth lacquer of the Legacy 2). The 'click', 'no click' cap difference is a toss up to me. I feel more secure with the Legacy 2 in my shirt pocket, yet I like the one-handed ease with which I can remove the Legacy cap for a quick note. I have to give the edge to the Legacy 2 for the more-varied finishes, but as the all-black is my favorite, I'm happy with either model. The Legacy originally retailed for $375.00, while the Legacy 2 was priced at $275.00. Both are now offered at a sale price of $198.00, and nib sizes are limited to what I have in stock when your order is placed (I only have a few of the new, old-stock Legacies left) -- although you can still take advantage of Sheaffer's free 30-day nib exchange program: http://www.hisnibs.com/legacy.htm http://www.hisnibs.com/legacy_2.htm Also on the Sheaffer front, I'm now restocked on everything calligraphic, as well as on the metal Javelins: http://www.hisnibs.com/calligraphy.htm http://www.hisnibs.com/javelin.htm The link to my new book page is: http://www.hisnibs.com/books.htm, and if you follow the links to the books themselves, you can return to His Nibs.com by just clicking on the 'Back to Main Site' button, underneath the Shopping cart on the lower left. The ink sale also continues for both Doctor blue/black and all of the Private Reserve colors: http://www.hisnibs.com/ink.htm The two new Private Reserve colors, Black Cherry and Sonic Blue, are reviewed in the August issue of Stylophiles, at: http://www.PenLovers.net/stylophiles/august02/08ink.htm. Auction-wise, for eBay, please click on the following link and then type in "palace" (without the quotes) in the Single Seller box to see what's closing in the next few days: http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_seller.html For Penbid, it's also "palace" in the Search By Seller box: http://pen.luxbid.com/Auction/XcAPSearch.asp Don't forget to take advantage of the August Special when ordering regular pens: http://www.hisnibs.com/specials.htm Regards, Norman Haase His Nibs.com www.hisnibs.com

Charles Ingersoll
	8/17/2002: Kristi
	Maybe I should change the subject to "Charles Ingersold" and just grin. Joel Hamilton sold me an Ingersoll which he had restored to be a writing gem! Now I have to look up information on the Ingersoll Company which was in Newark, N.J. Thanks Joel for a special pen from the DC show last week.

Pen for sale
	8/17/2002: Steve
	FOR SALE: Lamy Edition 2000 Limited Edition fountain pen in matte stainless steel with medium nib. Pen is in excellent condition w/box and papers. $150 includes shipping.

Pelikan Ballpoint Refill...need a contact
	8/17/2002: Keith Ahern
	Hi, I have an older Pelikan Ballpoint. It uses a 237 refill. This is one hard refill to find. Does anyone have a suggestion as to where I can try to buy a few? Search engines have found zero for me. Thanks, Keith

Access problems for Katie Hill Wallpapers, apology for
	8/17/2002: Richard
	Last night, I couldn't get to my site at all using Netscape, but Internet Explorer worked just fine. This morning, Netscape goes to my site just fine. Last night, I could and did download the Katie Hill wallpapers, which are hosted by a different provider, to verify that the links were right. This morning, I can't get to the site that hosts my wallapers at all. You are probably experiencing 403 errors (permission denied); that's what I'm seeing. Go figure. I wish I could control my ISPs, but they seem to have minds of their own. :-)

WANTED: Waterman #6 nib
	8/17/2002: Alan S. Hirsch
	Am still trying to find a Waterman #6 nib (old style, New York)in excellent shape (good irridium, no bends or cracks). Please let me know how much in first email. Thanks, Alan

Over-whelmed in D.C.
	8/17/2002: Jim Hickman
	Cudos to all- especially Bob Johnson, family and crew for putting on such a huge show in D.C. As a first time exhibitor, I was over-whelmed by the size and sheer excitement of it all. I would personally like to thank all of the traders, vintage people and other exhibitors who came by my display with smiles, kind words and encouragement. Surely, there must be a special little corner in Heaven for Penlovers where smiles are the norm, the pens don't leak, the ink runs freely and pads are abundant. The best lesson I learned at the pen show is that it is not the pens that make the Pen World so special - its the PEOPLE.

Katie Hill Memorial this Sunday 2pm
	8/16/2002: Len Provisor
	Posted by Nancy on August 15, 2002, 9:20 pm It was comforting to see Katie's on the Pentrace homepage. The message that follows below is from Katie's husband, Steve Heuring. I'm not sure if anyone else posted this info here so I am doing this at Steve's request. Nancy Steve wrote - - - - Please join in a reception this Sunday to celebrate Katie Hill's life. The reception will provide friends and family with an opportunity to gather and celebrate Katie, who has touched the lives of all of us. Please join if you can: Sunday, August 18, 2002 2-5 pm The Rainier Club 820 4th Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 map directions: http://www.mapquest.com/ In lieu of flowers, please make a donation on Katie's behalf to charities that benefit children, the elderly, or literacy and learning, each of which has a special place in her heart. Some suggestions are: Children's Hospital Foundation of Seattle: http://www.seattlechildrens.org/guilds/donors.htm ElderHealth Northwest: http://www.elderhealth.org/ Family Law CASA Program: http://www.metrokc.gov/kcsc/flcasa.htm Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation: http://www.komen.org/ Or bring a children's book to be donated to First Place School: http://www.firstplaceschool.org/ Please feel free to forward this invitation to people who loved Katie, but who may not be on this email list. The reception is not open to the press, so any assistance you can provide in keeping this communication limited to friends and family would be most appreciated. Love to all of you and hope to see you Sunday.

For sale Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige, Never used
	8/16/2002: mrana
	Hello all. I have a beautiful, in mint condition Sterling Silver Montblanc Noblesse Oblige ball point pen for sale. It will go for $160.00 with no shipping cost to you. I wil mail with UPS/insured. First email will get this. Your satisfaction with money back guarantee. Thanx

Pens for sale
	8/16/2002: Steve
	FOR SALE: Aurora Talentum FP, black w/gold trim, medium nib and matching ball pen which uses the Parker gel refill. Both instruments in excellent condition w/boxes and papers. $175 for both which includes shipping.

Katie Hill mmorial desktop wallpaper
	8/16/2002: Richard
	In response to a major flood of requests, we are posting a wallpaper image designed by Pentracer Brad Horn, with a quotation from a letter Katie Hill wrote about a week before she died. It is available in BMP format for older Windows computers, either 1024x768 or 88x600, and in JPEG form, 1024x768, for Macintosh and newer Windows computers. Follow this link: http://www.richardspens.com/?page=writings.htm

Inventory Reduction
	8/16/2002: Esther
	We have a number of Parker and Waterman pens on sale. These are offered at dealer price. Included are Duofold Centennial FP's in Black, Edson (FP, BP, RB, and pencils) in Blue, L'Etalon (FP and pencil) in Sterling, Duofold Mosaic (FP, BP, RB, pencils), and more. Thank you.

Skeleton Ink
	8/16/2002: Alan
	Well, I stained mine with Waterman's Florida blue, so don't use that! (BTW, does anyone know of a safe way to try to remove that stain, water/409 doesn't do the trick..but a stained pen is better than a broken pen.) Now I have OMAS Triratna in it and it is gorgeous. Also, the OMAS brown ink looks good and hasn't stained mine. It is a cool pen and a unique ink really sets the pen off.

Ink for Visconti Skeleton
	8/16/2002: Tom Lockard
	Just acquired a new Visconti Skeleton at the D.C. Pen Show. Have yet to fill it for fear of staining the clear resin barrel with the wrong ink. Would like to use Waterman Havana Brown. Any potential problems with that? What black ink would be least likely to stain? Thanks for the help.

rollerballs for sale
	8/16/2002: midnitewriter
	waterman liaison rollerball, mahogany brown................$105 pelikan r200, marbled blue with black cap, gold trim.......$ 25 pelikan r200, black, gold trim.............................$ 20 parker duofold, ORANGE (rare)..............................$100 email me if interested. buyer shares USPS Priority Mail cost ($2.00) international buyers foot the freight. I do accept Pay Pal.

sorry about the multiple posts...computer messed up
	8/16/2002: midnitewriter
	thanx for understanding.

Aurora Optima, Sterling Silver...For Sale on Ebay
	8/16/2002: midnitewriter
	auction closes in one day. if you're interested in a mib aurora optima sterling silver with a medium 14k gold nib at a great price, check out my ebay auction. AURORA OPTIMA, Sterling Silver, MIB, NoRes!! Item # 2129955930

Aurora Optima, Sterling Silver...For Sale on Ebay
	8/16/2002: midnitewriter
	auction closes in one day. if you're interested in a mib aurora optima sterling silver with a medium 14k gold nib at a great price, check out my ebay auction. AURORA OPTIMA, Sterling Silver, MIB, NoRes!! Item # 2129955930

AURORA OPTIMA, Sterling Silver, MIB, NoRes!!
	8/16/2002: midnitewriter
	auction closes in one day. if you're interested in a mib aurora optima sterling silver with a medium 14k gold nib, check out my ebay auction soon. AURORA OPTIMA, Sterling Silver, MIB, NoRes!! Item # 2129955930

Octavian
	8/16/2002: Geoff
	Mont Blanc Octavian never touched still in original wrapping. Offers to geoffatkinson@it.bw

SCOTT FITZGERALD PEN - THANK YOU
	8/16/2002: Nageen Nanji
	Thanks Mary for your email I saw the beautiful pen on ebay listing no. 2130895600. So it has been launched in August.

Older Montblanc??
	8/16/2002: Vicki
	I inherited a gold colored Montblanc Meisterstuck retractable ball point pen with "W. -Germany" and a serial number starting with GB but no other identifying marks. It has close squiggly lines going the length of the pen except for one area on the top half which is plain. Can anyone tell me if this has any value and what I should do with it. Thank you very much.

Conklin All-American Parts Needed
	8/15/2002: Jon Rosenbaum
	I have just purchased a purple All-American combo and need a cap and nib. Anybody got???? The combo cap should be the same as for the pen. In fact, I'll buy a complete pen if one is available. Thanks Jon R

Bvlagri and Dunhill sought
	8/15/2002: j p sartre
	On behalf of an undisclosed principal, we are searching for a Bvlgari Eccentric Ballpoint in silver finish. We are also seeking a Dunhill Fountain pen in the square body Gemline series in silver tone. Kindly contact me if you wish to sell. Thank you.

Chicago Pen Club Meeting Sun Aug 18
	8/15/2002: Len Provisor
	The next meeting will be held THIS Sunday at 1:00 at Applebee's Restaurant on the SW corner of Lake Cook and Waukegan Roads in Northbrook. This is opposite the Border's bookstore where we had our first meetings. I managed to make reservations for tables to accomodate 12 to 14 people, so come early for lunch or munchies. We'll have a report from Don Lavin on his trip to Israel where he made the wedding for his daughter Erica, and his attendance at the Israel Pen Club meeting July 26th. We'll also have reports from the DC Pen Show and lots of gossip. Bring pens for show and tell, trade or sale. No theme this time, just bring interesting "stuff" for us to all share and enjoy. From Tri-State 294 or Edens Hwy (Rte 41) exit at Lake-Cook Road to Waukegan Road (Rte 43). Red brick building on SW corner. Look forward to seeing you there.

The PENguin: A Sale
	8/15/2002: Rick Propas
	To make a long story short, The PENguin never made it to the DC Show, so I have a whole bunch of really great pens just gone up on the website. We now have more than six dozen pens listed. A couple of Parkers are noteworthy: a very nice first year 75 set in sterling cisele. If anyone wants just the pen (as opposed to the set) I will gladly keep the ballpoint. Also a pristine dimple top 75 cisele in the box. Last but not least, few people realize that Parker USA did make flexible-nibbed Vacumatics. I have a broad stub on a Silver 1939 Vac Major (some would say Slender Maxima, but it�s not). A great pen. Among the more notable Pelikans are a pristine first series Pelikan 400 in green with a lovely Pelikan-pointed broad nib. I still have the 500 set, which will go now for $400.00, and there are a small handful of less than perfect tortoise 400s that would make great users. Finally there is a small handful of Pelikan 800s�including one in titanium and one W. German marked. Finally among the "other" pens, there�s a really flexible, funky Swan Leverless, a couple of new Aurora Optimas at used prices, and if someone wants the Watermans 56 Cardinal set for $900.00, it�s theirs. I�m gonna extend free shipping for this sale.

THANK YOU
	8/15/2002: Rob Cole
	Hello Everyone, It was a pleasure meeting so many of you in DC!!! On behalf of Sailor Pen I wish to thank Bob Johnson and everyone behind the scenes with the DC show!!! Absolutely wonderful. Mr. Nagahara, although tired, enjoyed every minute of his visit!! Our thanks also go to everyone that visited Mr. Nagahara in DC, both at the show and at Bertram's. Each of you, that I had the pleasure to speak with, had a wonderful 'Nagahara' smile on your face after he tuned your nib; It was a fun thing to see... Many thanks to so many great people!!! See you soon! Rob

MONTBLANC WRITERS LE SCOTT FITZGERALD
	8/15/2002: Nageen Nanji
	Could anyone let me know when this edition was launched by Montblanc. Thanks

WTT Sheaffer Rollerball for FP
	8/15/2002: James Mitchell
	I've got an argent silver Sheaffer Javelin Rollerball that I'd like to trade for a Fountain Pen. My pen is in very good condition; it was bnib, used about a week, then set aside.

Blue marble Parker Duofold rollerball for sale/trade.
	8/15/2002: tim
	Blue marble Parker Duofold rollerball for sale/trade.

Custom Fountain-Pen Friendly Pads
	8/14/2002: Richard
	If you were at the DC show and saw the custom pen pads I was selling but didn't buy any, or if you bought some and would like more, or if you weren't even there at all, you may want to know that I've put them up on my Web site for sale. For info and pricing, please follow this link: http://www.richardspens.com/?page=acc_txt.htm

F/S Esterbrook Renew Point nibs - large selection
	8/14/2002: Andrew J. Gnoza, III
	I just received a lot of 250 Renew Point nibs - NOS. Stubs, italics, flible fine, flexible mediums, etc. Please e-mail me for the list of available nibs and prices. thanx

Virus Alert
	8/14/2002: Esther
	Please be aware that an inquiry about a Parker Lapis ballpoint might contain a virus. We have received an e-mail with that title today. You should not open the attachement. Use an anti-virus software to handle the message. G'day.

Looking for chilton parts
	8/14/2002: chiltonman
	Can anybody help me? I am looking for several parts for a chilton golden quill, the end of the line for chilton pen company. I need a nib feed and section, preferably in blue, but black would be sufficient. I also need the gold trim piece that wraps over the top of the cap. Any help would be greatly appreciated, even detailed pictures of the cap trim piece would be of the most help! Also information about this line of chilton pens would be appreciated. Thanks in advance! Rick

lady jotter
	8/14/2002: peter
	Hi Everyone, I have been looking for a particular ballpenn for some time now. It is called lady Jotter. Made by Parker and sold until 1980. It is the smaller version of the wellknown jotter ballpenn we have all written with. Looks exactly like the jotter but is only about 11 cm long. The common jotter is 13cm. Anyone has one and want to sell it or knows where I could find one? I would like to get hold of one for sentimental reasons. Thank you in advance Peter, Belgium

Penspiration comes home

8/14/2002: Richard Jarvis

Well, we are digging out from D.C. ever so slowly. Two specials for you while we are just getting back in the swing.

We added Sailor to our line of pens this weekend and I have two 1911 pens in black with music nibs -- these are great stub style nibs that write a nice broad line. The quality of these pens is great and the writing experience is wonderful. I'll have pictures later. We still have our show pricing available on these at $162.

We also picked up some cool pens from Scott Woodside and the gang at Platinum -- the new Neon line. Colors include Green, Rose, Yellow and Blue and they have a pearlescent effect to them. Pens come with a nice fine smooth plated steel nib and a cartridge/converter filling system. These are cool pens and sure to get noticed. Pictures will be available later today/tonight for the curious. Again, we will hold show pricing this week on these beauties at $59.

Finally, my restock on Sonic Blue and Black Cherry arrived today from Private Reserve along with a good supply of Spearmint, which seemed to be a hit at the show as well. Price remains $7 on Private Reserve in all the colors listed on the website. We also have a good supply of red and green Parker Quink in addition to the other colors. Those have yet to make the website, so ask for them via e-mail.

Thanks again to all who came by to visit in D.C. Good to have faces to go with e-mail addresses. And thanks to Jimmy for the picture of me at my table and my father inlaw roaming the show. (That's right, you can see me if you look carefully through Jimmy's photos!)

Richard Jarvis

http://www.penspiration.com

Last pieces in our SALE webpage
	8/14/2002: Susanna
	Last pieces still available in our Oversize group: Visconti Titanic, Empire, Ancora Amalfi, Delta Sax (1 piece each) - and in our Briar group: Marlen 21 Inlay, Cesare Emiliano Perseus, Parafernalia Woodstock. ------ We'll be closed for summer vacations from August 17 to 24, so please place your order today or tomorrow, for having it shipped in time. Thank you ----Susanna -------------- http://www.pens.it ---------------

OMAS Israel LE Gold Prototype - MINT; PERFECT
	8/14/2002: Alan Bedrick
	The OMAS Israel limited edition was produced by Omas in 1998 as a celebration of Israel 50th Jubilee. This particular pen is a prototype model that is gold-plated. Never in retail production, it was meant to show how the solid gold pen would look (only 400 solid gold pens were produced - each had a retail price of $6,000 - I am asking $950 for this pen. The pen is a perfect reproduction of the solid gold model. The barrel has a motif of flames. The blue resin is covered with gold plate. Cap top is decorated with the Star of David inlaid into Blue enamel. Cap band is engraved with English/Hebrew characters. 18 K Medium two tone Gold nib. NO dings, scuffs, scratches - Pen is MINT in every way; never used or inked. No papers; regular OMAS exterior packaging. The pen has a lustrous shine, and is perfect in every way. Payment by Paypal, money order, etc. Personal check may need to clear first. Two Day Fedex shipping anywhere in the U.S. for $15.00; international shipping a bit more. Picture at: http://members.aol.com/Docrock143/Israel.JPG

Update: The Katie Hill Memorial Pen
	8/13/2002: Len Provisor
	Katie Hill was a unique person as anyone would soon realize when meeting her or receiving her letters. She was a Pentrace friend and also with many others in the fountain pen community. Katie was most generous to many causes to aid children and others in her community. As a result we will have a Katie Hill Memorial Pen to perpetuate her name and provide benefit to the causes she cared about. The pens are generously donated by Chartpak/Pelikan, which was Katie's pen of choice. The model of pen and price will be announced very soon. The pen will have an appropriate engraving, a memo pad with one of her sensitive quotations, and other contents will be included also. 100% of the proceeds of the sale of this pen will be given to her family for contribution to the charities of their choice, which will be announced shortly. I will make another annoucement as soon as all details are finalized as to price and ordering information. Just last week she wrote a snail mail to a friend : "My great interest in life is the nurturing and care of my relationships with others.... to enjoy the happiness that caring for others can bring. Isn't our connection to others the real foundation of our well being?" (written with her favorite pen, the Pelikan 1000). Katie Hill will be long remembered and an inspiration to many.

Oversize balance section
	8/13/2002: Ron
	Following up on my earlier post about needing an oversize balance section.... I'd be perfectly happy with a black one too! Anyone??

MONTBLANC STERLING SILVER BARLEY BP
	8/13/2002: Nageen Nanji
	Hi penlovers. It would be great if you could let me know if any of you have the barley Montblanc Ballpoint pen. I am interested in purchasing it right away.

Ancora Fountain Pens
	8/13/2002: Mary
	What is the general consensus regarding Ancora pens. They look very beautiful and I am kind of surprised that they are priced so reasonably. How do they write? Is the quality up to par with, say, Pelikans?

The Katie Hill Fountain Pen
	8/12/2002: Len Provisor
	Our Pentracer friend Brad Horn has originated an excellent idea to produce a Commemorative fountain pen to honor our friend Katie Hill. We will decide on an appropriate fountain pen and engraving, which may simply carry the engraving "Katie Hill - Forever our Pen Pal" Suggestions are welcome as to what may have been one of her favorite pens we may consider for this project. Time is of the esssence, please reply at your earliest convenience so we can proceed as quickly as possible. All proceeds will be given to her husband Steve Huering for donation to the charity or organization of his choice.

Limited Edition Pens on auction
	8/12/2002: Penauctions
	All We have several new limited edition pens on auction at Penauctions.com. If you have not visited the site recently we have many new and exciting auctions currently available. All the best Dan http://www.penauctions.com

large heavy pens
	8/12/2002: einv
	the heaviest pen in the 50 dollar range is without doubt dani-trio's phantas snake. i bought one a while back, because it coincided with the closing of a parker vintage snake on ebay that i could not afford, so i made it up with a creepy crawly for one half percent of the parker snake's price. the pen's mass is 72 grams, and it is the weight of three to five typical pens put together. surprising thing is, with cap posted, you feel the heft but not the weight. it is one nice pen!

Bad News
	8/12/2002: Cliff Harrington
	According to the Washington Post, Katie Lynn Hill, a lawyer from Seattle, was found shot to death late Friday night in a schoolyard near the Takoma Metro Station in Northwest D.C. According to the Post, Ms. Hill had traveled to D.C. to attend the D.C. Pen Show. She was apparently on the way to the home of relatives, where she had made arrangements to spend the night. Robbbery is believed to be the motive of the killing. This is very sad news indeed. I know I have met several pen collectors from the Seattle area, but don't recall having met Ms. Hill. In any event, the loss of any pen hobbyist is particulary troubling given the relatively small size of our hobby. With so many attendees traveling long distances to attend the D.C. show, as well as the other pen shows around the world, we should be thankful that such losses are not more common.

Sheaffer for TRADE
	8/12/2002: James Mitchell
	I've got a Sheaffer Javelin Rollerball in argent silver I'd like to trade. It was bnib, used for about a week, then put to the side. It's not quite my style. Email offers to j_t_mitchell16@hotmail.com

Nettuno limited edition 1911 ballpen
	8/12/2002: John Maiolini
	I have for sale a new in the box Nettuno 1911 ballpen. Price for this pen is: $199.00 plus shipping. Please email me if you have any questions.

large heavy weight fountain pen
	8/12/2002: Bryan
	Greg: If you are looking for a big, heavy pen in your pricerange check out the cross townsend quicksilver or titanium. Sheaffer makes the Legacy 2 which is also heavy but probably out of your pricerange. I have the waterman and it is a great pen but not as big or heavy as the cross townsend.

Montblanc Solitare LE
	8/11/2002: Joe
	I wanted to share a few of our happy memories from the DC Supershow, and yes, it sure was a "super show"! This was our first pen show and we really enjoyed ourselves. I'm glad to know that I'm in good company when it comes to enjoying fine pens! While I'm too new to even consider myself a fledgling collector, I really enjoy the Montblanc line and happened to find a new Montblanc Solitare Anniversary Limited Edition. I think it's the most elegant pen I've ever ran across! Silver, rose-gold, a mother of pearl on top, and a diamond, too! I don't usually buy pens to leave in the box in a drawer, but this one is sure a looker, so I bought it! I'll likely give some thought before I ink it, though! We're looking forward to our next pen show and meeting some more fine folks!

Oversize Balance section
	8/11/2002: Ron
	HELP!! I bought a beautiful, mint (with stickers) Oversize balance at the DC show yesterday. Got home this evening, opened the box, and the section had cracks running all through it (they weren't there last night!). It crumbled in my hand. AARGH!!! I don't know if it was the heat in the car or what that caused it to happen. Talk about a sick, sinking feeling! Now the big question - does ANYONE have a visualated section for an oversize Balance that they'd be willing to sell? The insert with the nib on this one came out, so all that I need is the section.

re: Waterman Expert II
	8/11/2002: Waco Johnny D
	The Expert II is a medium-sized pen of moderate weight. Send an email to Chun Lee at swisherpens (see their web site for email addresses, I can't remember them) and ask him what pens he'd recommend as being large and heavy, then with the supplied list you can peruse them on the swisherpens web site. Swisherpens is tops in my book. WJD.

ANCORA Lord Byron LE for Sales!!!!!
	8/10/2002: George Guo
	Hi, I have a very rare Ancora Lord Byron LE available for sales. Limit Edition of 88 pieces only worldwide and perhaps this is the most beautiful pens I have seen. It's big and heavy, absoluately a piece of art. The pen is brand new/mint, never dipped or used with all boxes (big box) and paper and certificate manually signed by the factory. You can see the picture of this pen at following link: http://www.go-pens.com/limited_editions/ancora_le.htm Offering at an good price at $1,900 firm. Best regards, George Guo

Fountain Pen Sale
	8/10/2002: Terry @ Avalon Pens
	Here are a few special pen offers for those who can�t make it to the DC 0Show -- Sale ends 8/14/02. Aurora Optima Aurolide Fountain Pen - Emerald Green - 14K fine nib - Special Offer @ $250.00. Aurora Optima Aurolide Fountain Pen - Blue - 14K fine nib - Special Offer @ $250.00. Aurora Optima Fountain Pen - Black w/Sterling Silver Cap - 14K fine nib - Special Offer @ $300.00. Aurora Ipsilon Deluxe Fountain Pen - Black or Blue - 14K fine, medium or italic nib - Special Offer @ $67.00. Parker Sonnet Fountain Pen - Black w/Goldplated Trim - 18K fine or medium nib - Special Offer @ $90.00. Pelikan Berlin Fountain Pen - Green Transparent Marbled - 18K medium nib - special Offer @ $200.00. Add $6.00 for insured UPS Ground shipment. Telephone orders at 317-873-0470, ask for Terry. IF YOU ARE ORDERING THROUGH OUR WEB SITE, type in (SO) after your name. Sale price will not appear on order verification form emailed to you, but will be applied when your order is processed and credit card charged.

Value of Hemmingway Montblanc ballpoint
	8/10/2002: Steve Dillon
	I have just discovered the value of Montblanc and I was wondering what a new Hemmingway Montblanc ball point is worth?? Thanks for your help!!

Aurora Optima, Sterling Silver...For Sale on Ebay
	8/10/2002: midnitewriter
	Item # 2129955930 Pen is in mint condition. Medium 14k gold nib. See it on ebay.


	8/10/2002: ALESSIO POZZI

Parker 75 Sterling silver crosshatch
	8/10/2002: ashok jain
	PARKER 75 STERLING SILVER CROSSHATCH FOUNTAIN PEN JUST FOR $90.PICTURES AVAILABLE ON DEMAND ASHOK

www.penauctions.com
	8/10/2002: ashok jain
	I HAVE LISTED A FEW ITEMS ON PENAUCTIONS.COM CHECK THEM ALL. ASHOK


	8/9/2002:

Waterman Expert II
	8/9/2002: Greg
	I'm looking to buy a large, heavy weight fountain pen. From what I've read, the Waterman Expert II appears to fit the bill and is in my price range (don't want to spend more than $150 US). Does anyone have experience with this pen, or an alternative suggestion? I'm new to fountain pens and would appreciate any advice.

re: Parker 51
	8/9/2002: Waco Johnny D
	Best thing to do would be to get a copy of Frank Dubiel's repair book. Many online pen shops have it: Pendemonium, Swisherpens, Fountainpenhospital. Most everything you'll need to know as well as the answers to questions you may not have thought of asking will be in there. You will begin with a simple soak in a glass of cool water for a day to loosen any crud, then flushing the pen a few times until the water comes out almost clear, then filling with a QUALITY ink (that means Sheaffer Skrip or Parker Quink). Some minor surgery may be required if the pen was put away improperly. WJD.

What pen to buy?
	8/9/2002: Feynn
	Margaret, If I was going to suggest a reasonably priced everday pen I would think that there are quite a few that would fit the bill. I might suggest that you give your husband a gift certificate to a well stocked pen store so that he can go out and try pens out for himself, then he will find a pen that he is truly comfortable with. Everyone has their own preference for the type of pen they write with, some like large pens, some like pens that are cigarette thin. He might also enjoy the ooportunity to play with a variety of pens before he makes a selection. If you want any further ideas e-mail me and I'll try to help you further.

WTB: Limited edititon pens
	8/9/2002: Ali
	Dear Fellow Pen Lovers: I come right to the point. I love limited edition pens and the small profit I make off them. I am interested in purchasing limited edition pens (Namiki and Mont blanc only) brand new with box and papers only. If you think you could sell me LE pen/pens at a (wholesale)price that I can make some profit reselling it, Please contact me. ONLY SERIOUS ENQUIRIES PLEASE. Thanks. Ali

WTT Pen
	8/9/2002: James Mitchell
	I've got an argent silver Sheaffer Javelin rollerball I'd be interested in trading. It's a great pen, just not quite my style. I'm especially interested in other pens, watches, but I'm open to any other suggestions. Email me with offers. Thanks

Parker 51
	8/8/2002: Tim Conklin
	I went home on vacation last week and was helping my mom clean out some of my dad's things, and I found his Parker 51. It even has his name engraved on the barrel. I suppose its about 40 years old. It has the aerometric filler. I understand this is a fairly common pen but a very nice one. Since I really know nothing about fountain pen restoration, how do I go about cleaning this pen so I can start using it again? Should I take it to a pen repair shop? How much is it worth?

Repair Waterman
	8/8/2002: Bernie
	I would like to know where I can get my Waterman pen repaired in Canada. Preferably by a Waterman representative. Please e-mail me with the answer. Thanks.

which FP to buy?
	8/8/2002: einv
	most any modern pen today (parker, sheaffer, waterman, to name a few) uses cartridges or convertors to hold the ink. this eliminates the mess one would have due to careless filling. if the pen is cleaned thoroughly after filling, by wicking off the excess ink from the feed, no pen, vintage or modern, will leak into the cap, hence onto the fingers. on the other hand, modern pens, being cartridge/convertor operated, also let go of their ink supply in a stingy manner, so that even sloppy filling practices won't result in inky fingers for the most part.

Optima refills
	8/8/2002: Jessica
	I have been looking for Optima pen refills, does anybody know where I can find them?

Nib
	8/8/2002: Hentrack
	seeking a 14k "fine" tip nib and feed for a Mabie-Todd "Blackbird" ?????

Nettuno limited edition 1911 ballpen
	8/8/2002: John Maiolini
	I have for sale a limited edition Nettuno 1911 twist action ballpen. This pen is made of marbled blue special resin with sterling silver trim. Pen is number 21 of 911 ever produced, Pen is new (never used) in the original box with all papers. This pen is a must for any collector. Please email me if you have any questions. Pen price: $199.00

Fountain Pen????
	8/8/2002: Margaret Smart
	Hi, -This may seem a dumb question and I apologise for my ignorance! I want to buy my husband a fountain pen suitable for everyday use (as a present). I remember my old school pens often resulted in inky fingers- or a problem starting to write as the nib had dried. Which common, reasonably priced, pens eg Sonnet or Duofold etc. should I be considering as the most user friendly pen for day to day use? Thank you, Margaret. (Sorry having trouble with previous message e-mail address, please ignore that message)

Fountain Pen
	8/8/2002: Margaret Smart
	Hi, -This may seem a dumb question and I apologise for my ignorance! I want to buy my husband a fountain pen suitable for everyday use (as a present). I remember my old school pens often resulted in inky fingers- or a problem starting to write as the nib had dried. Which common, reasonably priced, pens eg Sonnet or Duofold etc. should I be considering as the most user friendly pen for day to day use? Thank you, Margaret.

His Nibs.com update
	8/7/2002: Norman Haase
	Hello all! I've opened a new 'Book' section on the website which you might like to take a look at, as it lists a couple of items that I hadn't come across before (including a song entitled 'Fountain Pen' on a CD entitled 'Romantic Letter' ), as well a couple of works of fiction with a fountain pen theme. I don't actually stock these myself, but have provided links to a webstore called 'The Gift Lift' which offers many of them at a discount, and from which I've made my own purchases (as I receive a small commission for orders placed through my site, don't be shy -- order multiple copies of each!). The link to my new page is: http://www.hisnibs.com/books.htm, and if you follow the links to the books themselves, you can return to His Nibs.com by just clicking on the 'Back to Main Site' button, underneath the Shopping cart on the lower left. Although all of the Sheaffer Balance II crimson roller balls sold out this weekend during the start of my 50%-off clearance sale, I still have some of the cobalt, green, blue and black ones in stock, and would like to clear them out of inventory. Hence, the sale will continue until end-of-day on Sunday, the 11th, if necessary. The sale does not extend to the Amber Glow fountain pens that I also stock. Also, these sale pens are not eligible for the Monthly Special. So, the Cobalt Glow , which is regularly priced at $97.50, is now $48.75. The black, blue or green, which regularly sell for $75.00, are now only $37.50. As I only have a very limited stock of these, the first emails with a firm commitment prevail: http://www.hisnibs.com/balance_ii.htm The ink sale also continues for both Doctor blue/black and all of the Private Reserve colors: http://www.hisnibs.com/ink.htm The two new Private Reserve colors, Black Cherry and Sonic Blue, are reviewed in the August issue of Stylophiles, at: http://www.PenLovers.net/stylophiles/august02/08ink.htm. Auction-wise, for eBay, please click on the following link and then type in "palace" (without the quotes) in the Single Seller box to see what's closing in the next few days: http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_seller.html For Penbid, it's also "palace" in the Search By Seller box: http://pen.luxbid.com/Auction/XcAPSearch.asp Don't forget to take advantage of the August Special when ordering regular pens: http://www.hisnibs.com/specials.htm Regards, Norman Haase His Nibs.com www.hisnibs.com

Reminder: I'll be at the Washington show
	8/7/2002: Richard
	This is just to remind you all that Don Fluckinger and I will have a table at the Washington show on Saturday and Sunday, where we will offer some pens and pen-related paraphernalia along with pre-ground Pelikan M200 nibs in stub, crisp or cursive italic, and crisp or cursive oblique (left- or right-footed) styles. I'll also be doing custom nib grinding for walk-up customers, and I will have a few Sheaffer Fashion pens that I can grind in case you forgot to bring a pen along. Regards, =Richard

Parker Duofold Ascension Fountain Pen
	8/7/2002: Terry @ Avalon Pens
	We have received a renewed (if VERY limited) supply of the Parker Duofold Ascension Fountain Pens -- medium nib only - available at an excellent price. This beauty may be viewed by cutting and pasting the following link: httP://shop.avalonpens.com/cgi-bin/miva?/Merchant2/merchant.mv+Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=AP&Category_Code=Parker Terry @ Avalon Pens

Waterman parts
	8/7/2002: Larry
	Can anyone suggest a source for Waterman ballpoint cap sleeves? The pen is only 2 yrs. old and Waterman wants $50+. Thanks! Larry

NOS Esterbrook desk pens for sale
	8/7/2002: PolishSumgai
	Cleaning house - cellophane wrapped lever fill Esterbrook desk pens. Black barrel with clear taper with a NOS boxed 1551 Renew Point nib. $27.00 + $3 shipping to a USA address. Andrew J. Gnoza, III

Free gifts at DC Pen Show
	8/6/2002: Len Provisor
	The exhibitors at the DC Pen Show are going to be very happy to see new and old friends and are ready to show their appreciation for your visit. DELTA PENS : Commemorative DC Pen Show ink bottle for arriving guests. Limited supply PRIVATE RESERVE INKS : Free ink blotters at the front door to all guests. Also given as a gift when you purchase Private Reserve Inks from their dealers. Wall posters which can be taken off the wall at the end of show day on Sat and Sunday. Be sure to get a taste of PR Inks hot new Black Cherry and Sonic Blue...the hottest inks since tannic acid. PARKER DC-3 AIRPLANE MODELS : See Len Provisor for free DC-3 ink blotters and historical brochures. These two DC-3 models will be the last of the Parker corporate aircraft series. PENKALA : Miroslav Tischler, author of Penkala Writing Instruments book - special gift at the show. Miro will have a limited supply of his Penkala book, and will autograph them for you. Miro is bringing many fine vintage Pelikan and Mont Blanc pens for sale. PENTRACE.COM : wall posters of SuperHero PentraceGuy, at end of day on Saturday and Sunday Looking forward to seeing you all in DC

FS: Waterman #12 and Waterman #5 (jet black
	8/6/2002: David Kaplan
	I have two pens for sale 1. Waterman #12 eyedropper, Canadian, BCHR. The pen is similar to the one shown on the bottom right of page 47 in the F & S book, though it is a #12, not a #14. The pen has good imprints and is in working condition. The gold bands are in excellent condition. The major flaw is that the cap is oxidized relative to the barrel. The oxidization on the cap not completely even, but everything possible was done to clean it up. Price: $50.00. 2. Waterman #5 black pastic, Canadian. This pen is in excellent condition, fully resotored. Perfect imprints throughout. No brassing as far as I can tell. The only flaws that I can see is that the nib is a "brown" but the disk on the bottom of the barrel appears red. Also, on the very top of the cap, someone engraved a 'T', which can't be rubbed out any further than it has been. Price $80.00. Terms: I will hold the check for 5 working days upon receipt of the pen(s). If not completely happy, I'll return the check. Best David

18kt Gold Mont Blanc Solitare for sale
	8/6/2002: Brian
	I have a 18KT (.750) solid gold Mont Blanc Solitare for sale. It is in 100% condition and has it's orig large black velvet box. The box shows a little age and an ordor from the safe it lived in for some time. Please email me if you have any interest. Thanks.

re: Parker 51
	8/6/2002: Waco Johnny D
	http://www.ncn.net/~mpcac/PENS1.htm is Michael Clague's list of pens for sale. Also try Nathan Tardiff at scaupaug@aol.com. He mostly sells Sheaffers but he also might have a 51 from time to time. Note that you will get a repaired pen from either dealer and the product will be fine, but there is a difference between repair and restoration. Do not expect the level of cosmetic attention you might get from, say, wetinc, richardspens, Beliner, and so on. WJD

PENAUCTIONS.COM
	8/6/2002: ashok jain
	LOTS OF PENS ON PENAUCTIONS.COM.

Parker 51s-New Edition
	8/6/2002: rob
	Hi all. Any word on how successful these are or will be? Is one finish preferable to the other? Is it a limited run or will PArker make as many as demand warrants?

Parker 51
	8/6/2002: Patrick
	I want to buy a Parker 51 fountain pen, but sorry the budget are limit. Somebody could let me some advice that where can I get the Parker 51 in much cheaper price?

"SAPNA KHANDELWAL"
	8/5/2002: www.penclubofindia.com
	dear SAPNA KHANDELWAL , PLEASE CONTACT.i sent you mails but all came back ,may be address is wrong. ashok jain

SAPNA KHANDELWAL
	8/5/2002: ashok jain
	CALLING "SAPNA KHANDELWAL". IF POSSIBLE CONTACT ME IMMIDIATELY.

Sailors new Fine Writing Instrument Website
	8/5/2002: Rob Cole
	Greetings again everyone.. Many,Many Thanks to everyone I've spoken to and to all those that I'm still following up with. Your kind words and support are greatly appreciated. I hope to see all of you in DC. Just a quick note to all who have asked. We at Sailor are proud to announce the introduction of our new Fine Writing Instrument Website. Being completed in the fall, you can currently visit; www.nagahara.us to request catalogs and still be able to reach me or any of the team at Sailor with your questions or comments. Come visit www.nagahara.us Our hope is that you too, will want to climb aboard!!! Again, many thanks SEE YOU WITH NAGAHARA IN DC!!!! Rob

Don Lavin visits Israel Pen Club
	8/5/2002: Len Provisor
	Don's report on his visit to the Israel Pen Club is up on WWW.PENTRACE.COM, or follow this link for the full story. http://www.pentrace.com/2002/article080502_192.html

QE2 Parker
	8/5/2002: Esther
	We have the Parker "Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee" Sonnet fountain pens for sale. Limited quantities. Thank you.

Doric sterling silver ballpoint and a J. Holley fountain pen
	8/5/2002: Dennis Kuhn
	Does anyone have any info on any of these two pens? The J. Holley resembles the Parker Sr in some respects. The nib on the J Holley in 14kt gold plated #8. It has a little heart at the split in the pen nib. Thanks alot, \denny

For Sale: Parker 75 Sterling silver crosshatch grid finish fountain pen
	8/5/2002: tim
	For Sale: Parker 75 Sterling silver crosshatch grid finish fountain pen. Fine nib. In mint condition. Purchased as new old stock. $130.00 shipping within the US included.

For Sale: Parker Sonnet Sterling Silver Cisele rollerball
	8/5/2002: tim
	For Sale: Parker Sonnet Sterling Silver Cisele rollerball. Newer model with wide gold cap band. Mint condition used only once. $85.00 including shipping within the US. Would consider a trade for Waterman Carene rollerball.

large size pens --- SPECIALS --- Visconti Titanic
	8/5/2002: Susanna
	Hello, we're cleaning out our stock before summer vacations. Acrilic TITANIC fountain pen, (capped: cm. 15 long - 6 in.) with large two tone 14 Kt gold nib, and also roller, at very special prices.------> WWW.PENS.IT <-----

For Sale: Mont Blanc Solitaire rollerball and ballpoint
	8/5/2002: tim
	For Sale: Mont Blanc Solitaire rollerball and ballpoint. Chrome finish. Both are in mint condition. The ballpoint has never been used and comes with the orginal box and papers. $425.00 for both.

parker 65 solid gold set
	8/5/2002: jung hae sung
	I have a parker 65 FP/BP set. They are in black wood case(ARROW MARK is inscribed with gold). I can read on the cap "PARKER 750" only, And they have labels written "1147" (FP), "18ct, 1148" (BP), They are in near mint condition, and still have their papers also(written in German). I wonder if they are made of 18K solid gold.

Free Music Pens @ DC Show
	8/4/2002: Chuck Swisher
	This year we will have a drawing for several very nice writing instruments and a couple of gift certificates that can be used in our on-line store. The following items will be included in this drawing: 1 Platinum Fountain Pen with Music Nib; 1 Sailor 1911 Fountain Pen with Music Nib; 1 Bexley Continental Ballpoint; 1 Delta Alfa Romeo Metallica Ballpoint; 1 $75.00 gift certificate (for use in our "on-line" store) and 1 $25.00 gift certificate (for use in our "on-line" store). There is no cost to participate in this drawing, just pick up an entry form at our table on Saturday or Sunday (before 3 p.m. on Sunday). On Sunday afternoon we will ask Mr. Nagahara from Sailor Pens to draw the names of winners. You need not be present to win, just make sure your e-mail address and/or phone number are on your entry form. C'ya in D.C.! Best wishes, Chuck Swisher \| http://www.swisherpens.com

Limited edititon pens
	8/4/2002: Ali
	Dear Fellow Pen Lovers: I come right to the point. I love limited edition pens and the small profit I make off them. I am interested in purchasing limited edition pens (Namiki and Mont blanc only) brand new with box and papers only. If you think you could sell me LE pen at a price that I can make some profit reselling it, Please contact me. ONLY SERIOUS ENQUIRIES PLEASE. Thanks. Ali

Penz Fore Sail
	8/3/2002: midnitewriter
	each has been gently used only a couple times. i would say they are in a2 (near mint) condition. all are great writers. pay pal preferred, but check, mo, cashiers checks okay, too. shipping/handling: $2.50 per pen (unless you buy more than one) 1) delta alfa romeo, red, 18k white gold nib (medium).........$150 2) aurora optima, sterling silver, 14k nib "binderized" (medium)....$175 3) waterman liaison rollerball, mahogany brown................$115

50%-off Sheaffer Balance II Rollerball Sale -- His Nibs.com
	8/3/2002: Norman Haase
	Hello all! Well, the subject line pretty much says it all. I still have some of the Balance II rollerballs in stock, and as they've never done well for me, it's time to move them on out. The sale does not extend to the Amber Glow fountain pens that I also stock. Also, these sale pens are not eligible for the Monthly Special. So, the Cobalt Glow or Crimson Glow, which are regularly priced at $97.50, are now $48.75. The black, blue or green, which regularly sell for $75.00, are now only $37.50. As I only have a very limited stock of these, the first emails with a firm commitment prevail: http://www.hisnibs.com/balance_ii.htm The ink sale continues for both Doctor blue/black and all of the Private Reserve colors: http://www.hisnibs.com/ink.htm The two new Private Reserve colors, Black Cherry and Sonic Blue, are reviewed in the August issue of Stylophiles, which should reach your virtual newsstand within a day or two, by following the link at: www.PenLovers.net. Auction-wise, for eBay, please click on the following link and then type in "palace" (without the quotes) in the Single Seller box to see what's closing in the next few days: http://pages.ebay.com/search/items/search_seller.html For Penbid, it's also "palace" in the Search By Seller box: http://pen.luxbid.com/Auction/XcAPSearch.asp Don't forget to take advantage of the August Special when ordering regular pens: http://www.hisnibs.com/specials.htm Regards, Norman Haase His Nibs.com www.hisnibs.com

Scratchy Nibs
	8/2/2002: Stephen Lam
	2000 grit dry/wet paper is fine. Wetting the nib with water or ink while working on polishing paper is essential. The amount of pressure to apply is important. You will have to learn from experience. I start by writing large 8s, stopping after writing say half a dozen, then rinsing the nib in water to remove any residue of the operation before testing it on writing paper. The last step is important because minute particulars coming off the nib or the paper might stick to the tip after the polish, making it scratchier than it really is and you would run the risk of over-polishing. Examine the tip with a loupe after each polish to see whether there is any change and check alignment. Some tips might be damaged beyond polishing. In that case, if the nib is of value, consider retipping. Of course, if you are new to this, don't start with your Patrician or Watermans No.10 nib. Perfect your skills on less important samples.

More pens FS
	8/2/2002: penhappy
	More upscale vintage pens for sale. Pictures at http://host.gdamsea.com/vf.htm

scratchy nibs
	8/2/2002: einv
	nib polishing/ adjusting requires first and foremost a 10X loupe, to examine tine alignment. if tines are perfectly aligned, then the fault lies with sharp edge near the slit. 2000 grit wetdry works ONLY with experience. practice on cheap pens first. use with ink in the pen, so there is always some form of lubrication. polish or smoothen in very small motions, with frequent trying out on paper, plus loupe inspection. and of course, before you do any of these, get 'da book' by frank dubiel. it tells all the above, and much more.

Scratchy Nibs
	8/2/2002: Roger
	I had heard about using 2000 or 1500 grit wet /dry sandpaper to smooth a scratchy nib. One pen I tried it on is great. The other one I think I destroyed. I am not anxious to try this at home again. Can someone enlighten me. Is there a suggested repair for the nib I "fixed".Was the sandpaper a bad tip. Thanks.

Vintage Fountain Pen Selection Expanded
	8/2/2002: Terry @ Avalon Pens
	We have added a very fine selection of vintage fountain pens to our web site, including a pristine Mandarin Yellow Duofold Sr. Streamline. Our web site may be reached at www.avalonpens.com.

Sailor Pen's Nagahara interview in Pen World
	8/2/2002: Rob Cole
	Hello all. Thanks for the continued requests for catalogs and the growing interest in our offerings!! Keep the emails and the phone calls coming... I love speaking to so many of you. Wanted to let everyone know; The Nagahara interview from the Chicago Pen Show from Pen World will be in the upcoming August issue. My hope is that all of you will have an opportunity to read this. He(Nagahara), is an incedible man. I have met many people that have truly made an impression on me... His character, his charm, his youthful smile and zest for life are captivating... And, as you go beyond his great personality, you find a true craftsman, a genuine artist; very serious and studious about his craft. I hope you read the article, but more than that, I hope that all of you coming to DC have the chance to meet him!! Thanks again, see you in DC. Rob

DC Pen Show News
	8/1/2002: Len Provisor
	Parker DC-3 aircraft models will be on display, stop by to visit for a free gift. These are the last of the Parker corporate planes...but more surprises are planned. By the time of the show the vintage and model images of the DC-3 will be up on my website WWW.INKBLOTTERS.COM - go there NOW and turn your speakers on for a surprise. Thank you Dean. I saw all the pens that Miroslav Tischler is bringing to the show, Miro is author of PENKALA book. If you like vintage Pelikan and MontBlanc, you want to see him early on Thurs. when he arrives. Please try to avoid starting a feeding frenzy, we don't want to scare him away, but has some nice stuff. PENSTOPs Maryann and Steve Zucker have a new load of very nice vintage pens in their usual pristine condition, be sure to visit their display of new and vintage treasures. PRIVATE RESERVE INKS has a surprise for visitors and buyers at any dealers carrying PR inks. Stop "buy" for a free surprise gift. Primary dealers are Ink Palette and Pendemonium. PENTRACERS be sure to pick up your yellow Snailee badges at the door or my table. Only 6 DAYS to pen heaven. BTW, I like vintage ink blotters. Bring me ink blotters, recent events effecting my .00000401K have changed my pen show budget.

Vintage pen shops in Chicago
	8/1/2002: Len Provisor
	There aren't any. Actually there is one shop, but pens are priced accordingly, at full retail or more. If you feel lucky and want to hit some antique shops, the best inner city route is Belmont Ave. on the north side from about Halsted west to Western Ave. and a few other malls in the area that usually have some pens. If you are downtown, there are a few new pen stores only, no vintage. Let me know where you will be in Chicago, I can give you more info.

Vintage pens in Chicago?
	8/1/2002: Bob
	Hi. I'm going to be in Chicago at the end of this month (I picked the wrong month, I know). I'm wondering if there are any pen shops that carry vintage pens that I should know about/check out? I've never been to Chicago; I appreciate any pen advice. Thanks.


	8/1/2002:
	Nib Noise is a free monthly e-newsletter that Don Fluckinger and I publish. If you're not a Nib Noise subscriber and would like to be, I invite you to visit my Web site and subscribe -- http://www.richardspens.com/ -- Also, I've added the following pens to my selection for sale: Gray Esterbrook LJ, 1550 nib. Condition: B. $35.00 -- Uncommon Moderne Green Parker VP Streamlined Duofold, with Clip and Ringtop, F �PARKER DUOFOLD PEN� nib. Condition: B. $350.00 -- Blue Parker 45, Lustraloy Cap, Gold F nib, with original aerometric converter. Condition: B+. $50.00 -- Parker 25 pens with F nibs, $20.00 each plus $2.00 shipping in USA. -- Black Sheaffer's Balance 500, streamlined clip, XXF FeatherTouch No. 5 nib. Condition: B. $70.00 -- Grey Pearl Striated short Sheaffer's Balance 500, strmlined clip, #5 FeatherTouch F nib. Vacuum-Fil. Condition: B. CPT. $65.00 -- Black 500-size Sheaffer's Touchdown, F #52 nib. Condition: B+. $70.00 -- Marine Green Striated short Sheaffer's Balance 350, flat ball humped clip, XF #3 nib. Vacuum-Fil. Condition: B. $65.00

Pearl and Black Parker International for sale
	8/1/2002: Allan
	Parker Duofold International-Pearl Grey with Black wavy lines--- This is the shorter model.It measures 5 1/8th" with the cap on. The nib says 18K and the number 750 is stamped on the right side at the base of the nib. Stamped on the bottom of the feed, in a circular depression ia the letter M. It'a neat looking pen. Price is $175.00 with a converter. No box or papers. I'm looking for a "Sheaffer Clip" Sheaffer with a #8 nib, or a large

Dunhill FP Sought
	8/1/2002: sartre
	Does anyone have for sale a Dunhill FP gold filled with the distinctive 4 sided body design? These were made about 10 years ago.

Dunhill sought
	8/1/2002: sartre
	We are looking for a Dunhill FP that was made maybe 10 years ago. Gold filled (micron design) body, lacquer clip and the body had a distinctive 4 sided design. Does aanyone have one for sale please?

Parker Centennial Duofold f/p
	8/1/2002: D M Roskies
	looking to buy: a used/second hand Parker Centennial Duofold circa 1980s or 90s, any condition (nicks/scratches etc quite acceptable), any color cap/barrel, any grade nib: has anyone got one of these for sale?

New York Times Article 8/1/02
	8/1/2002: Boris Rice
	Today's NY Times has an article in the "Circuits" section: Handwriting, Is it on the Wall? Quite an interesting article.

FOR SALE Rotring Freeway: fp, rollerball, ballpoint
	8/1/2002: tim
	FOR SALE: Rotring Freeway: fountain pen, rollerball, and ballpoint. All three with blue finish. NEVER used. Complete with boxes and papers. Will take $55.00 for all 3 (shipping included). The ballpoint will accept the Parker gel refill.

Sheaffer silver filigree
	8/1/2002: Mike878
	Waco Johnny D - Thanks. looked up a few sites with the name, and yeap thats the one I have. Yeah its kinda light in hand, but mine writes pretty smooth. Mike

re: Sheaffer silver filigree
	8/1/2002: Waco Johnny D
	I meant "cheap in the hand," not "sheap in the hand" (don't want to lead you to believe the pen goes off on its own to do weird things with the farm stock). WJD

re: Sheaffer silver filigree
	8/1/2002: Waco Johnny D
	If you mean the pen was manufactured not too long ago, then it is the Sheaffer Nostalgia, made in the late '70s as far as I can recall. Very light weight, nib is sort of bouncy but not all that smooth, pen feels sheap in the hand. Silver filigree over shiny black plastic. Honestly I have no idea what the pen is worth since I've never seen one up for sale. On a pen board I'd guess you could get $300-400 for it, maybe more on an auction site. When the pen was new the list price was somewhere between $500 and $700 I think. An amazingly-overpriced pen for what it was, but as usual P.T.Barnum and H.L.Mencken were right. Hope this helps. WJD

re: pen discoloration
	8/1/2002: Waco Johnny D
	Damn, I forgot about those silicone sacs. Thanks, Einv. www.simcom.on.ca/woodbin is the URL. WJD

Sheafer silver filigree
	8/1/2002: Mike878
	Hi huys, I am trying to identify a sheafer filigree fountain pen. Silver filigree and black paint/lacquer?. how much is this worth. Doesn't seems to be too old, my father bought it not too long ago, how much is it worth then/now?. Any info on teh pen would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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