November 2000

Discount on Journals and Montblanc Leather

11/30/2000: Penstop

Hi Everyone:
We are offering, in time for the holidays, a 15% discount on our already low prices on our Journals and our Montblanc Leather Pen Cases and Diaries.

This offer is for a limited time only and will end on Sunday, December 3, 2000.

Free shipping on purchases totalling $50.00 or more.
Happy Holidays to all.
Maryann and Steve at PenstopOnline. . .
Click above to reach our website.

Sal - Agatha
	11/30/2000: Esther
	Hello Sal. Your e-mail address did not work for me. I have an Agatha Christie FP for sale. If interested, please reply. Thank you.

Good Bye, Roma Blue
	11/30/2000: Rick
	I shook the bottle--a lot--and still got the very light gray-blue washed out color. Tried it with fine, medium and broad nibs, even used a paint brush: same color. I finally did the right thing--poured out all the Omas ink and kept the very nice bottle it came in. It is now sitting on my desk filled with Pelikan Brilliant Black.

Carene Pencil
	11/30/2000: Steven
	Reuben, They discontinued the pencil a few months back. Now they only make it in black, which really sucks. I have all three of the other pens in Amber Shimmer, but I didn't know that they discontinued the pencil untill a week or so ago. Now I am going crazy looking for one.

Pens for sale
	11/30/2000: Roberto
	Hallo! I have some pens for sale: 1-Parker Duofold Lapis Lady flat top (a transiction model of last months of 1928 which shows 3 rings same size, clip, "lucky curve" imprint), very good color, quite no brassing, very deep imprint 2-Conklin Endura Symetric Green Celluloid 3-Omas 556/S black celluloid piston filler original 585 Omas extra nib, quite no brassing at all. Pic and prices on request. Thanks for your attention

FS Italian vintage Pens
	11/30/2000: Daniele Teppa
	Hello! The new pen list, with italian vintage pens form 1930's to 1950's is available. Please email if you are interested. T.I.A.

Mont Blanc Pen
	11/30/2000: Sue Ridout
	Does anyone know where I can get a Mont Blanc pen from in time for Xmas. I live in Middlesex Thanks a lot to all who reply!!

Parker 51 FP MKII US made 1950 for sale
	11/30/2000: ross
	Hello everyone, I have got an excellent 1950 Parker 51 fountain pen for sale. Gold filled cap with grouped verticla lines, reads "1/10 12K gold filled". Medium/Broad gold nib with "O" imprinted. Black body barrel with imprint "Made in U.S.A. 5.0". Aerometric filler. Please, feel free to contact me for pictures. Ross

Re: Carene Amber Shimmer Pencil
	11/29/2000: Reuben
	Steven, I don't think Waterman makes a Carene pencil.

Japanese Fountain Pen
	11/29/2000: Dave
	My Dad took a Newdows pen off a Japanese Officers desk during WWII. It has some letters engraved on side of barrel.Its says NEWDOWS Fountain Pen CHIBA ,NIPPON on barrel. Any one got any info on this company ?

Gold Medal pens
	11/29/2000: Joe
	Looking for fountain pens by Gold Medal, probably from the 20's or 30's. Can you help?

Carene Amber Shimmer Pencil
	11/29/2000: Steven
	If anyone that is reading this knows where I can find the Waterman Carene Amber Shimmer Pencil, Please email me at Steve@Wiscarson.com I have been looking for it, But I can't find it anywhere. Thank you.

solv "X"
	11/29/2000: real
	Thanks a lot to Sandra Fiorella and Richard for your informations! I am sorry for grammaticals mistakes!.

Pittsburgh Pens Pt II
	11/29/2000: Gary
	Ok, I tried this last year without much success (although I did meet a nice fellow collector in pittsburgh). Anyone interested in trying to start a Pittsburgh pen club? Also, Ron or other collectors coming through Pittsburgh, please drop me an email. I'm always happy to meet other collectors, talk pens, show pens, trade pens etc. etc. -- GLK

Pittsburgh Pens!
	11/29/2000: Gary
	Ron, For modern pens, there are a few options. 1. Colorado Pens at the Ross Park Mall (North of the City). 2. Weldin's, on Wood Street Downtown. 3. Signatures, in Squirrel Hill and the Airport. (There is also a MB shop at the Airport). (No bargains at these shops but fun to look). For vintage pens there are no real shops, but lots of antique stores. If you are looking for parts, and odds and ends, try Crown Antiques (not open on Saturday). The shop is chaos, but has boxes and boxes of pens and parts (all pretty well picked through, but you never know what you might find!)

Re: Waterman Serenite
	11/29/2000: Richard
	Before I'd invest in any fine pen, I'd want to write with it for more than a word or three. A good pen shop will let you dip (or will dip for you) a pen you're serious about. If it takes several dips, that's fine; I've had no problems getting re-dips. The Serenite, with its unusual curved shape, is a really special case that demands perhaps more care in selection - I adore my Bexley 5th Anniversary, which is an old-style, overweight, back-heavy cylindrical pen, and when I picked up a Serenite, it felt simply horrid. But that's ME, not YOU.

pens in Pittsburgh
	11/29/2000: Ron
	This might be a dumb question - but does anyone know of a decent pen shop in the Pittsburgh area. We're going to be there in the near future, and I figure that if I have to go through a museum with the family, the least they can do is wait a bit while I drool in a pen shop.

Vintage 1947 Aurora 88 FP for sale
	11/29/2000: Ross
	Hello everyone, I have got a Vintage Aurora 88 fountain pen 1947, in its original blue metallic case. Excellent conditions, perfect working order, piston-filler, black celluloid body and ebanyte bottom (this has a very lyght discoloration but many collectors love this because of the ebanyte). Nikargenta clip. No dings, no dents. If someone is interested, please feel free to contact me. Nice day to everybody. Ross

Vintage 1929 Aurora Optima FP for sale
	11/29/2000: Ross
	Hello everyone, I have got a VERY RARE Vintage Aurora Optima fountain pen 1929. Awesome conditions, perfect working order, plunger-filler (siringa rovesciata), translucent celluloid. No dings, no dents. If someone is interested, please feel free to contact me. Nice day to everybody. Ross

re:re:re:Roma Blu
	11/29/2000: Waco Johnny D
	I won't apologize for the description, but I will say that my intent would have been clearer had I placed the description in quotes, or had I used another term such as "artsy-craftsy" or "designer" or "second-tier" or "non-mainstream." I will try to remember to do so if the topic comes up again. No offense meant whatsoever to Italy; after all, my home- and business-defense tool is a Beretta 92, the standard military sidearm of the United States and arguably the most-reliable sidearm in current production. And then there are those nice Auroras and Omases and Deltas...

Waterman Serenite
	11/29/2000: Aaron Weiss
	I am considering purchasing a Waterman Serenite fountain pen. I have not owned a fine pen before, and the Serenite really caught my eye. I'm a patent attorney, and I think it is a compromise between the conservatism of a fountain pen and the relaxed feeling of the design. Any comments/suggestions? I'm thinking of getting a fine or extra fine nib for writing precision, but I'm open to warnings against that, if appropriate. I plan to carry my new pen in my shirt pocket - would that be a problem with the unique shape of the Serenite?

Inks-Solv-x, etc

11/28/2000: Sam - Pendemonium

Oh dear, here we go again on inks :-)

Since the 1930s, fountain pen inks have consisted of water, dye and surfuctant - once in a blue moon, ink manufacturers drop in mold inhibitors. No solvents in fountain pen inks!

It is rumored that Parker's cleaning agent, Solvx was a liquid detergent (aka surfuctant). Haven't the foggiest what Sheaffer's RC-35 was, but would wager it was also a surfuctant. These were introduced during wartime, probably more of a marketing ploy to get folks to buy these inks than anything else. Ink that was good for your pen meant you didn't have to try and find parts if needed which were scarce - Wartime materials came first, FP parts didn't rank very high on the War Department's list of necessities!

As far as currently produced inks, from time to time all of them have minor color differences, usually so minor that you would never know. Ink is mixed in batches, we're bound to end up with minor variations because human beings are doing the mixing.

Have fun with your inks, enjoy the different colors. If you think something is "off" in a bottle of ink you buy, return it to your dealer - at least then they can check their other stock and notify the manufacturer if something isn't right.

Inkily yours, Sam

Re: about inks--Solv"X" and others misteriousabout inks--Solv"X" and others misterious
	11/28/2000: Richard
	I think the reason for the lack of solvents in inks today is that these kinds of chemicals have a nasty tendency to eat the pen while they're cleaning it. And most fountain-pen users these days are afficionados, not casual writers with no other choice of writing instruments; this means that most fountain-pen users keep their pens pretty clean without the help of unknown noxious substances.

about inks--Solv"X" and others misterious
	11/28/2000: real
	I am searching about some components in fountainpens ink,Parker made its SUPERQUINK with Solv "X",this element clean your pen when you write,Sheaffer made its Fluid for writting with similar solvent called SC??,Montblanc,the same,etc,Is it true? What were this quimical elements with commercial names? Why the inksmaker do not included this solvents any more? Any idea,please,Tia.

Inks
	11/28/2000: Kristi Keller
	If someone really is interested in comparing inks they can purchase Greg Clarks book Fountain Pen Inks A Sampler which may be purchased from Pendemonium or the author. It is a most helpful volume and will either save someone the price of some inks or cause a surge in buying due to so many available beautiful colors.

re:re:Roma Blue
	11/28/2000: Kyle Dening
	I think we can take the comment from Wacko Johnny D about Italy, one of the cradles of civilisation, being a "third-world" country as a slip of the foot in mouth.Incidentally try giving the bottle of ink a shake & you may be surprised.

re: Roma Blue
	11/28/2000: Waco Johnny D
	Typical of third-world inks -- lack of consistency from one sample to the next. You are not the first to notice this with Roma 2000 and to mention it on a fp board, if that's any consolation.

Roma Blue
	11/28/2000: Rick
	I noted someone compared Omas Roma 2000 Blue ink to Penman. I bought a bottle of 2000 blue last week-unopened- and found it to be a very light, greyish-blue which looks washed out when used with fine and broad nibs. What gives?

Brochures of Visconti Empire
	11/28/2000: Susanna
	Empire brochures are ready, and we are shipping them to our customers and to whom asked for. If you wish to look at the new Empire, please ask for a brochure to pens@giardino.it . The pens are available only through Giardino Italiano: http://www.pens.it

Montblanc Boheme
	11/27/2000: Joyce Levy
	I also have a "Noir et Noir", identical to the Boheme except for the bands. I have used Pelikan cartridges, which are European standard short length, come in many colors, and are identical to the Montblanc cartridges, without a problem. My nib is medium and flexible.

New Lambrou Book is Here!

11/27/2000: Sam - Pendemonium

Inky Greetings!

We received our custom editions of the new Lambrou book, Fountain Pens US & UK today. For those of you who have already reserved this book, yours will be shipped on Tuesday via priority mail. Thanks for your patience while our delivery arrived.

We are offering the new Lambrou book for $75, shipping is complimentary within the US, reduced shipping outside the US. This edition includes a custom bookplate signed by the author. If you need further details or wish to place an order for this book, drop us an email - sam@pendemonium.com or you can order directly via our secure order form on the website.

Happy Holidays! Sam
http://www.pendemonium.com

Blue Ink
	11/27/2000: Karmann
	Jason, I, too, have been searching for a blue ink, as I'm down to my last 1/2 bottle of Penman Sapphire. Mont Blanc makes a nice dark blue-I have used it with a Waterman Fine Nib and have been pleased with the result, although I've not heard many good comments on Mont Blanc ink. It is a dark blue with a fairly dense color. I tried Pelikan blue with a Lamy Med. nib-the color is so washed out and watery that it looks like a pale lavender. Karmann

Mostly NOS pens FS - Reduced
	11/27/2000: Scott Summerfield
	Hi everyone...I have the following items left for sale with reduced prices, shipping included in US, 3-day no-questions-asked return policy in same condition as sold. 1) Pelikan M1000 green stripe w/black cap, inked once, flawless, as new, too big for me, awesome broad nib, $225; 2) Parker French-made FP's, model number may be 19, never sold in US, black plastic barrel, brushed chrome cap, polished chrome clip w/inset lacquer-filled arrow, medium semi-hooded steel nib, cartridge filler, great for Parker collectors, circa 1980's, new, never inked, $12 each (6 available); 3) Sheaffer Glideriter cartridge soft-tip pen, uses Sheaffer fp cartridges, new in unopened (but slightly shopworn) blister pack that includes two nearly evaporated cartridges, red w/chrome cap, great for Sheaffer collectors, $9. Thanks! Scott

Montblanc Boh�me
	11/27/2000: Michael R.
	Mike, I can only give you my review of the Noir et Noir which is practically the same as the Boh�me except the missing "noir et noir" imprint on the ring towards the pens end and the typical three Montblanc caprings now on the Boh�mes gripping section. To start with its a lot of money for a pen as long as the "Mozart" (you'll buy a 146 Legrand for less) but the pen looks and feels precious and nicely done (you may have your own opinion about MBs "precoius resin") especially with the artificial gems in the clip. The size makes it easy and comfortable to carry around. With the cap posted the pen is long enough and which is more important to me wide (in diameter) enough (thicker then the classique Meisterst�ck - 144); it is a pretty heavy pen due to the metall mechanism for the retractable nip and cartridge. You can only use MB cartridges so if you don't like the 6 avaiable colors you got to refill them with a stringe (which works great);I was told not to use standard int. cartridges because they differ in shape a little bit at the top part and may come loose and mess up your pen (but haven't tried it to proove it wrong or right). I have an EF nip which is very smooth and has good flow but is very stiff (like old Sheaffers maybe). I like this pen but still think its a little bit to expensive. In comparison to the Meisterst�ck 144 Classique the Boh�me/Rouge-Noir et Noir definatly wins.

Ink
	11/27/2000: Michael
	I must first admit that I am very new to using fountain pens. My question is should water soluble inks be used on legal documents? Can the ink be removed after it has dried? Thanks.

Looking for A Delta
	11/27/2000: Ken Jones
	I am looking to buy a Delta Coloseum Fountain pen. If anyone has one to sell drop me an e-mail. Thanks Ken

Order deadline near...1928 parker Duofold airplane model
	11/27/2000: Len Provisor
	Deadline is 12/31/00 FIRM !!... to place your order, so don't be disappointed if you wish own this great replica model of this very unusual piece of Parker Pen Co. historical ephemera. Each model is hand-signed by Geoffrey S. Parker, great-grandson of George S. Parker. Exact detailed model is 18" wingspan, solid wood construction, 30 coats of paint and hand lettered decoration, complete with black wood display base. Shipped safely world-wide. Extremely low production, perhaps less than 200 models world-wide, making ownership very exclusive. Visit www.inkblotters.com for close-up pictures of this neat model. Visa MC AMEX Paypal Personal checks.

Conway Stewart Grey Churchill
	11/26/2000: Dean Tweeddale
	Gerald, If you click on any of the dealers banners above the Churchill Pen image this would be your starting place. All of these dealers carry the new Conway Stewarts or their ink. These banners are direct links to the dealers sites and you will find great prices and service from all of them. Hope this helps. Dean

The first practical fountain pen
	11/26/2000: David Nishimura
	It is interesting that the Waterman company did not claim to have invented the first practical fountain pen until quite late in the game. I don't have my full research notes handy, but it was after L.E. Waterman's death, and possibly as late as the 1930s. The reason for this is clear: they simply couldn't have gotten away with such a bald-faced rewriting of history until enough time had passed and their market dominance had made such a claim plausible. The problem for us is now also a matter of semantics. The definition of "practical" as relates to the history of technology is notoriously fluid. Note that with pens, eyedroppers were denigrated as impossibly impractical as soon as penmakers embraced self-fillers, and a similar attempt to dismiss what came before accompanied the introduction of the modern plastic ink cartridge. Even if Waterman's first pens were a significant advance over earlier designs, that did not mean those earlier designs were not also "practical". If they had not been, they would not have been made and sold. Fountain pen sales increased dramatically during the last decades of the 19th and first decades of the 20th centuries, which in hindsight feeds the notion that this was because previous fountain pens just didn't cut it. But there are many reasons why a new (or not so new) technology becomes widely accepted at a given point in time, with pricing, marketing, consumer needs, and fashion being fully as important as how refined that technology happens to be.

Conway Stewart Grey Churchill
	11/26/2000: Gerald
	Nice looking Conway Stewart Grey Churchill under Conway Stewart on the Home page. Does anyone know where I can purchase this particular style of pen(if still available)?

parker 51 br.obl
	11/26/2000: albert
	hi i am looking for a parkker 51 with a broad oblique point.i can handle cosmetic problems but must be in ex mechanical shape.ready to write condition.i am right handed.please let me know color of cap and barrel condition and price a photo would be nice and if you take paypal that would speed things up.thanking you in advance for your consideration.

Harris Pen
	11/26/2000: Steve Pierce
	It was indeed a Sheaffer. A "No-Nonsense" fountain pen. Quite appropriate considering the last couple of weeks! One of the other election officials was also using a Sheaffer, in this case a blue "cartridge pen" (uncapped).

Harris Pen
	11/26/2000: Marlin523
	I thought it was a Sheaffer.

Harris Pen
	11/26/2000: Reuben Pitts
	I noticed that Katherine Harris, the Florida Secretary of State used a fountain pen to certify the vote count in Florida. Someday that will be a very famous pen. I tried to identify it, but could not get a good look. Was anyone able to identify it? It was deep blue, and I originally thought it was a Shaeffer, but am uncertain.

Blue ink
	11/26/2000: Jeff C.
	Levenger's cobalt blue is a good, intense, deep blue, almost navy in color

Holiday Gifts
	11/26/2000: Penstop
	Hi Everyone: Thanksgiving is over and the rush for holiday gifts is in full stride. We have some wonderful gift ideas on our website, including Montblanc full grain leather Generations Planners Montblanc matching leather pen cases Pelikan leather pen cases Waterman's Night and Day silver fountain pen Special Purchase Sheaffer Targa in stainless steel Sheaffer Legacy I, sterling silver and much more. Look at our site carefully, I am sure there is something for everyone on your pen list. Just click on the banner above or go to http://www.penstoponline.com. There is a 10% discount to anyone who mentions this list before Tuesday, November 28, 2000. Happy Holidays to All

Help Identify Pen
	11/26/2000: Larry Shelton
	In 1933 Parkers top of the line pen was the Vacumatic selling for $5 to $10. At the other end of their line was the budget Parkette. The pen was a lever filler and came in two models. The De Luxe (standard and slender) was fluted with a ball clip, three cap bands and sold for $1.75. The other Parkette was round with two cap bands and sold for $1.25 Colors were black, green marble, burgundy marble, and grey marble. In 1938 the pens were restyled. The Parkette Zephyr was introduced I believe in 1940.

Help Identify Pen
	11/25/2000: Timbo
	I NEED HELP TO IDENTIFY A PEN THAT I RECENTLY PURCHASED AT A JUNK SHOP. IT IS MAROON WITH WHITE FLECKING, AND IT HAS "PARKETTE DELUXE, PARKER PEN CO., USA" ON THE BARREL. IT HAS AN IMPRINT ON THE NIB THAT SAYS" PARKETTE MADE IN USA 37". IT APPEARS TO BE A PARKER, BUT IT IS A LEVER FILLER, AND HAS A BALL ON THE CLIP, NOT AN ARROW. THE BODY IS NOT ROUND, IT IS MULTI-SIDED. IT HAS 3 GOLD CAP BANDS. ANY HELP. I WOULD APPRECIATE, THANKS, TIMBO

Sheaffer Targa
	11/25/2000: Scott Stokes
	I would like to buy a replacement for my stolen pen. It was a Sheaffer Targa, 23k electroplated gold, with a medium nib. I believe the model was called "medici." Please contact me if you have one for sale.

Blue ink
	11/25/2000: Steve
	Aurora blue and Omas Roma 2000 are both excellent. The Omas is most like the penman in color in my opinion. I made the same switch because the Penman clogs some pens.

Mont Blanc - Boheme
	11/25/2000: Mike
	Has anyone heard anything about the new Mont Blanc Boheme - good or bad. I saw an ad and it looks interesting. What have you to say?

Kaisa Internet Bulletin Board
	11/25/2000:
	Kaisa Internet Bulletin Board (http://www.kaisa.com.tw/) is a kind of service offered by Taiwan Open Yellow Pages(http://www.toyp.com.tw/). It provides the latest business information of Buys and Sells all over the world. It contains subject , message, company, contact, telephone, fax,home page,email and country etc. Kaisa Internet Bulletin Board aims at

blue inks??
	11/25/2000: jason
	hello everyone, i really like the deep blue characteristics of parker penman's sapphire ink, but am a bit reluctant to use it in my nicer pens for fear of staining and clogging. can anyone suggest another brand of blue ink that's very deep and expressive, but perhaps not quite so thick or concentrated. thanks in advance. jason

51 Flighter
	11/25/2000: gary
	Take a look at the site below and see if it covers your question. http://iavbbs.com/fonville/flighter.htm

Who invented fountain pen ?
	11/25/2000: Stephen Lam
	As a collector of fountain pens, I like to find, admire and possibly own quality vintage pens. As a user of fountain pens, I want my collection of pens to be practical and useful. For these reasons, I don't think it matters who owned the first patent on fountain pens. It is the people who produced practical and useable pens that interest me. My first book on pen collecting was Cliff Lawrence's little handbook in which he listed a number of really early examples and patents. They were interesting to read and I suppose whoever owned those patents should be credited with their contributions towards the eventual production of practical fountain pens. However, I think few should dispute that prior to Watermans, Sheaffers, Parkers, Swan (Mabie Todd) and maybe Onoto (the Pelican), dip pens ruled. It is perhaps more accurate to credit Watermans for the "production and marketing" of the first practical fountain pen. That is my understanding and to me that is all that matters.

51 Flighter info...
	11/25/2000: Robert H.
	Hi. I have a question for any Parker historians out there. Did Parker ever make a 51 Flighter ball point to match the standard 51 Flighter FP & pencil set? Thanks!

MIB Omas Milords US$109, ret. $325
	11/25/2000: Jiaxian
	Hi, I managed to obtain a few more Milords for those of you who missed the first round. The price is slightly higher, US$109, instead of $99. This is due to my higher cost, I hope you don't mind. I have the following colours available, Burgundy M nib and Blue B nib. All pens are mint in box with papers. EMS-Speedpost shipping (3-6 days) to the US is $28, insurance is another $7. Regards, JiaXian

FOUNTAIN PEN Invention
	11/24/2000: Bernie, stylophile
	May I put my two-cents worth on this matter? I researched on this subject in the Federal Patent Office in Canada and found a number of patents for the FOUNTAIN PEN dated way before that of Waterman. I believe that Mr. Waterman was falsely credited for inventing the FOUNTAIN PEN because he is the only one that described the workings of in on paper. This includes the capilary attraction and all. I happen to have a copy of his patent letters here and if anyone wants a copy (within reason) I will send one. Thanks. Bernie, stylophile

thank you -- pen repair
	11/24/2000: Paulina
	Thank you for your help -- I asked a vintage pen company for the information and they referred me to this bulletin board. I didn't even think to click on any of the navigation buttons!

Pen choices
	11/24/2000: Fran
	When I have been off work for a while and have not had to carry a few pens with me, I usually gravitate to my S.T. DuPonts or my Delta 365. These pens are all nice and solid feeling pens and they are large pens, too. I like a nice hefty pen when I am writing. The nibs are all fine nibs and write very smoothly. I guess that my favorite ink is the Yard-O-Lead blue-black. A very nice shade.

EVERSHARP "64" fp part
	11/24/2000: real
	I am looking for "Shell" and "feder" for Eversharp "64",5th Avenue fountainpen,excellent or mint condition,Mustard color, Offer me,please! Tia

Parker/Waterman repair: Address Correction
	11/24/2000: Len Provisor
	The 1400 Parker Drive building sits dark and vacant, a bitter symbol of Gillette's careless regard to the pride of Janesville and the world. Mr. Sheaffer, the City Manager recently told me the people of Janesville will never forgive Gillette for this travesty of their disregard for their valued history. The new facility, located nearby which continues repair services and decoration of writing instruments for the Stationery Products Division, is located at 2200 Foster Ave., Janesville, WI 53545 800/523-2486 As of this date, the purchase of this Division by Newell/Ruubbermaid is still in question since the recent resignation of the President of Newell, citing his disappointment of marketing performance of certain brands, and the "recent acquisitions are in question". It seems that Newell as a parent may be no better or even worse than that of Gillette. Let's all hold our collective breath and hope for the best for this treasured American icon.

Sheaffer Intrigue
	11/24/2000: Steve
	I recently purchased a Sheaffer Intrigue in paladium and plum. The box and nib both must be mismarked as MEDIUM. If this is a medium, I'd hate to touch a fine. Has anyone else heard of the Intrigue nib being proportionately small? Thanx all.

Pen Repair
	11/24/2000: Bill Stevens
	Waterman/Parker Repair Service 1400 North Parker Drive Janesville, WI 53545 (800)-BEST-PEN You can find addresses and phone numbers for most pen companies on the main page of this web site under "Resources".

pen repair
	11/24/2000: Paulina
	Does anyone know the address -- either snail mail or e-mail (or the phone number) of the Parker/Waterman repair service? Please e-mail it to me, if possible. I just broke my beloved pen that was the last gift my father gave me before he died. Paulina

scanners
	11/24/2000: Kristi Keller
	Has anyone out there a suggestion of a scanner for someone who is nearly a computer moron? I would like to be able to scan pens as well as newspaper articles and perhaps a few photos. Thanks in advance for your help.

multipen debate
	11/23/2000: loser
	Hello, I am having a debate over which pen I should buy. The Rotring quattro graphite pen or the Staedtler quadra multifunction pen. I am not sure which one would be better? I know that both companies have a good rep. but the rotring is $15 more CAD than the Staed. If anyone owns either one please leave some feedback so I can make a decision by Monday. Thanks

GREEN INK FOR DUOFOLD
	11/23/2000: TIMBO
	I ASKED A SIMILAR QUESTION AWHILE BACK, AND WAS ASTONISHED HOW MANY OFYOU REPLIED, AND HOW MUCH IT HELPED FIND WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR. I AM LOOKING FOR GREEN INK, ROLLERBALL REFILLS TO FIT PARKER DUOFOLD ROLLERBALL PEN. THANKS.

All Inked Up… Finally
	11/23/2000: Dean Tweeddale
	Well here it is Thanksgiving day and we all have lots to be thankful for. Well at least I hope we do. Today was the first chance I’ve had in over a month since the move to Seattle and all to pick out some pens and ink them. So what did I pick? Here goes… First was a Parker 51 vac with the custom sterling silver snake cap that I picked up at the Columbus show. Fine nib inked with Sheaffer Skrip black ink, writes great! Second was my trusted Omas Arco with its 14kt fine flexible nib. A fun and dependable pen to write with, inked with Bexley turquoise. Next was an old Sailor pen don’t know the model but has one of the smoothest 14kt nibs that I’ve ever written with. This one I used Campo Marzio Blu ink in, a very nice shade of blue. Forth was another Parker 51 this one a aerometric filler with a Duofold orange barrel and hood that Howard Levy of Bexley Pen was kind enough to sell me. I inked this with the special Omas red “Return to the Motherland” ink, but interestingly the color that it writes is almost exactly the color of the pen, Duofold orange. Next was a Conway Stewart which I inked with of all things Conway Stewart ink. Don’t know the name of the ink cause the label is gone but it again is a nice shade of blue. And finally I used Aurora Black ink in my 51 Flighter which has a nib that I got from John M. at the Columbus show. As you can see I like the 51’s, but these all are dependable and great writing pens. I of course have lots of pens and inks to choose from, did I choose some good ones (pens or inks)? What pens would you choose out of your collection after being with almost no ink for over a month? Which ink would be your first choice? Hope all Penlovers have a Happy and safe Thanksgiving Day and enjoy this Holiday season. Good to be back in the ink... Dean

Sensa Pens
	11/23/2000: Lee Chait
	Contact Scott Franklin at the Franklin Pen Company. I buy them there for my wife who had a stroke. info@thefranklinco.com Scott Woodside of Platinum Pen told me of a pen item he had or saw for persons with arthritis. sales@platinumpen-jp.com

Sensa Pens Wanted
	11/23/2000: Barbara Van Sant
	Hello I am looking for a source to buy Sensa pens at discounted prices. I know there must be someone who does this as many people are selling them at auction and the reserve prices are low but the bidders go crazy for them. I really need them as my hands are pretty much ruined for writing and the plasma grip on the Sensa pens seems to be the only kind that help. Thanks to anyone who can help me. Feel free to respond to my email address. barbaravs@pcisys.net Happy Holiday to all.

Thanksgiving
	11/22/2000: Doctor Nib
	Happy Thanksgiving to all you Stylo- philes out there who participate in PenLovers bulletin board! This is my first time on-line with you and I like what I see! ENJOY! Doctor Nib of Scottsdale,Az.

Happy Thanksgiving
	11/22/2000: Penstop
	Just a quick note to wish everyone a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving weekend. Enjoy the holiday season. Maryann and Steve Zucker PenstopOnline

Le Pen
	11/22/2000: jbhyde
	I apologize for asking such a undignified question of this group, but I am unable to locate my wife's favorite "soft tip" , slim pen by the name of, "LePen", by a Japanese company, Marvy. It is cheap ($1.29), but she loves them and is taking a new job...commuter frim San F. to LA...and I would love to give he a gross for her new job. The local store in San Jose that sold them is going out of business. I appreciate any leads or online sites to purchase. Many thanks in advance if anyone can help.

Send emails instead
	11/22/2000: Stephen Lam
	I hope Len will not be offended if I suggest that instead of cards and letters, we send emails to keep in touch with our friends and folks, if only to save some trees. You can use your beloved pens to write a note, then scan it into a file which can be sent through emails many times over. This is quicker, safer and less costly too !!

Happy Holidays ! Write a card or letter !!
	11/22/2000: Len Provisor
	best wishes to everyone for a great Holiday Season. It is the time of the year when, if you have not already, send a written card, note or letter to your friends and families for best wishes of the season. After all, we all have pens and nothing captures the moment than the expression of your own written words. Have a safe and healthy Holiday.

Fran
	11/22/2000: Fran
	Thanks to all who took the time to answer my question, either here or privately, about the inventor of the fountain pen. This has been a great review of the history of our beloved treasures for me. Thanks to all who took the time to answer me.

Early Fountain Pens
	11/22/2000: Larry Shelton
	Pierre Haury and Jean-Pierre Lacroux in their book "A Passion for Pens" sort of give the Egyptians credit for the first fountain pen. Seems the early reed pens were filled with dry ink. Sounds creditable but no patents back then.... They go on to say that in 1905 James Maginnis made a list that was published in the "Journal of the Society of Arts" filling 50 pages on patents for early fountain pens. In 1657 reservoir pens (fountain pens) were in use. One of the earliest credited pens was by Folsch in 1809. In the US, Holland was given credit for his first pen in 1869, Paul Wirt in1878, Warren Lancaster in1879, Laughlin in 1880, Mabie Todd in 1884. Waterman invented the first successful fountain pen in 1884. Everybody understands the concept of capillary attraction, right? By the 1890's numerous other companys, some already in existence others new to the field were cashing in on the growing popularity of the fountain pen; Parker, Carey, Aikin Lambert, American Fountain Pen Co. (Moore), Boston Pen Co., Caw's, Conklin, Eagle Pencil Co., etc. were patenting and manufacturing their own versions. Happy Thanksgiving to all.....

Happy Thanksgiving
	11/22/2000: Gary Lehrer
	Myrna and I want to wish each Dean and every one of Pen Lover's readers a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday. It's a great time to enjoy family, to overeat, and to think about all the wonderful friends with whom we share our pen collecting and enjoy so much. Have a happy holiday!

Need a Montblanc
	11/22/2000: Ken Jones
	I am in search of a Montblanc Year of the Dragon. If anyone has one to sell please e-mail me. Thanks Ken Jones

Fountain pen inventor
	11/21/2000: Donald Lavin
	The posts on the inventor of the fountain pen are interesting however it should be pointed out that what we refer to as a fountain pen had been invented long before 1890. The reason why L.E. Waterman is considered the inventor of the fountain pen is that his fountain pen was the first successful enterprise. There are numerous patents for earlier fountain pens however, they were not successful so only collectors of old writing instruments seem to have an interest in their history. I am not familiar with Mr. Purvis however what he probably invented was another fountain pen with some unique internal mechanism not the first fountain pen. By 1890 L.E. Waterman & Co. was well established and had already moved into larger quarters in N.Y city. Mabie, Todd & Bard also held earlier patents as did Caw's etc. Don Lavin

Pens for sale
	11/21/2000: JiaXian
	Hi, I have some pens for sale, including Montblanc, Omas, Pelikan and Namiki. LEs as well. Please email for a list. Thanks. Regards, JiaXian

Patent #419,065
	11/21/2000: John King Tarpinian
	Did some research after Fran asked the question about a black man having invented the fountain pen and I came up with the following information from www.blackinventors.com - W. B. Purvis realized how much of an inconvenience it was to have to carry around a bottle of ink whenever you needed to sign a contract or fill out legal papers. He therefore decided to do something about it. On January 7, 1890, Purvis received a patent for the fountain pen. The pen eliminated the need for an ink bottle by storing ink within a reservoir within the pen which is then fed to the pen's tip. Of his accomplishment, Purvis said, "the object of my invention is to provide a simple, durable, and inexpensive construction of a fountain pen adapted to general use and which may be carried in the pocket." The creation of the fountain pen has made office work cleaner and less expensive for businesses all over the world.

Fran
	11/21/2000: Kristi
	I would suggest that Fran read the History section found by clicking onto that subject on PenLovers.

Parker pen gold nibs
	11/21/2000: Christiaan de Greef
	Does anyone know where I could buy a new gold nib for my Parker fountain pen.The sterling silver pen set was bought in Europe Much obliged to someone who knows the answer and is willing to share this with me. Christiaan de Greef

Krone Metaphor
	11/21/2000: Richard Engel
	Anyone interested in buying/trading for a Krone metaphor, burgundy color? It has been filled once but is in perfect condition with box, papers, etc.

Origin of the fountain pen
	11/21/2000: Fran
	I know that this subject has been done to death, but I was watching a talk show a couple of weeks ago and at the end the hostess mentioned a number of items that were invented by African-Americans and among them was the fountain pen. Is this accurate? If it is, then I think that we need add him/her to the list of people that we celebrate during February--Black History month.

Pens for sale
	11/21/2000: Byron Hinton
	Two gently used pens for sale: 1. Cartier Panther BP - Gold with black carbochan, $350 or best reasonable offer, 2. Parker Gold plated Sonnet with italic nib, $95 or best reasonable offer. Have a good Thanksgiving.

Early Mabie Todd history - Help needed!
	11/21/2000: Terry
	I'm doing some research about the early history of the Mabie Todd company. I'm now focusing on two questions: when did Mabie Todd introduce their first fountain pens and when did they introduce the SWAN brand? I've had access to British documents mostly and would be happy to hear from any collector who has early US advertising, catalog or other document or information dating from the 1880 - 1892 period. At the moment, the earliest mention I found of a Mabie Todd fountain pen is 1880 (the "Calligraphic" pen) and I can trace the use by MT of the SWAN brand back to 1893. Regarding the latter, I'm quite certain that it was used before that, but unfortunately I couldn't find any document at all for the 1885 to 1892 period...

esterbrook BP refill
	11/20/2000: Robert H.
	Hi. I'm wondering if anyone can provide me with some leads. I'm looking to find a suitable refill for an Esterbrook wordathon. Anyone know of where I might find one, or another refill that might work? Also, anyone know of any wordathons for sale... Need to complete a set for an Esterbrook x-mas gift. Thanks.

OMAS Pens
	11/20/2000: Alan
	I would say to those of you asking that OMAS is the best modern pen. I own over fifty of them but the best writing one is an Arco Celluloid which John Mottishaw did for me with a fine nib. It is the best writing pen I own, by far. Check his site out (www.nibs.com) and it will tell you a lot about the OMAS pens and their nibs. The T2 is a really awesome pen as well but mine has been in Boston for three months awaiting its nib.

Updated Website - Vintage Selections
	11/20/2000: Penstop
	Hi Everyone: We at Penstop, wish each and every one of you and your families a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving. For your weekend entertainment we have just updated our website and added many new and exciting vintage pens. As usual great selection, great condition in all price ranges. Enjoy the site www.penstoponline.com.

Fountainpens for sell!
	11/20/2000: Real
	I am reducing my fountainpens collection and I have 34 differents fountainpens,vintages and moderns,for sell.They are working,excellent to mint condition,range prices U$30-U$100.Scans available.Some brands PARKER-PELIKAN-MONTBLANC-WATERMAN-SHEAFFER-KAWECO-HERO ,etc.Tia.

Mont Blanc 75th Anniv & Parker Pen Set
	11/20/2000: Parks Stearns
	You guys operate at a stratospheric level of scribnosophistacated esoterica that I can only stand back and admire, but I hope you'll be able to help me with two pedestrian problems; 1) I need a 75th anniversay MontBlanc limited edition roller ball rose color with diamond and 2) on an even more prosaic level I need to replace the two pens from a Parker M23 desk set (for sentimental reasons). Any help?

Post earlier this evening
	11/20/2000: Scott Summerfield
	I would strongly suggest that anyone interested in responding to the post made earlier this evening by someone looking for the MontBlanc Boheme collection contact me first...beware!

Pen Shops
	11/19/2000: Michael
	What Pen Shops are in the Columbus area?

Thinning collection of 700+ pens
	11/19/2000: Ken Smoot
	In the next several months I will be thinning my collection (hoard?) of vintage pens. Including over 100 Duofolds, Maximas, Wahls, Senior Sheaffers, etc,. etc. Hope to narrow my collection to about 50 (I know, it will be hard to do) Will scan and provide descriptions for about 20-30 at a time as time permits. If you would like to get an Email copy of the listings, send me your Email address. Or if you are looking for something in particular, let me know and I'll see if I have it. Thank you. Regards, Ken

FS: Limited Editions
	11/19/2000: Ken Smoot
	a) Montblanc Alexander Dumas WRONG signature FP. MIB with papers. IMHO the most beautiful of pens (keeping one for myself) $650 OBO. b) Sheaffer's Balance LE, lever fill (basically same as original oversize Sr balance. MIB, in wood presentation case $525.

Paragon and Optima
	11/19/2000: Will Thorpe
	I have several OMAS celluloids (fine and medium nib) and one Optima (Broad nib). The Optima is just a little shorter than the Omas and a little fatter. The Optima fits in the pocket nicely. The Optima has no blind cap since the end of the cap seals against the barell. I never get any excess ink in the Optima cap nor does ink seep out around the feed. I really like the Optima cap system. The Optima has about 5,000 miles on airplanes with no problems (never have any problems on airplanes with my Omas pens either). The Optima broad nib is smooth (I wish it was a medium though) and the Omas celluloid 18kt nibs are smooth, the edge going to Omas. I've never had a Paragon but I wrote with one in a store that had a Fine nib which I believe was 14kt. That Paragon wasn't as smooth as the Optima. I've changed color of ink in my Optima several times, they flush out just fine but you have to do it a few times.

Interesting Parker Duofold Pencil Find
	11/19/2000: Jon Rosenbaum
	Today at the local flea market I found a very interesting and quite unique Parker Sr. Duofold jade pencil. What makes it unique is the incription: "With the complements of Geo. S. Parker." The name is in script and is easily recognizable as the founder's. First time I've ever run into anything like this. Any one else seen Parker pens or pencils of the 20's with a similar inscription? Normally I do not like this old style pencil, but in this case its a keeper!

Flushing an Aurora
	11/19/2000: Bill Stevens
	To answer Raymond Wong, it is not impossible to clean out an Aurora and flush all the water from it, just a bit more trouble than other pens.

Paragons and Optima
	11/19/2000: Raymond Wong
	Thanks Stephen Lam for the valuable information about Paragon and Optima. So with the ink reserve in the Optima, one cannot flush the pen, right?

montblanc
	11/19/2000: mrhifi
	I am looking for a dealer that can offer a good price on the new Le Boehem collection from Montblanc, Does anyone know who can offer discounted prices on Montblanc?? Any help would be greatly appreciated....Greg

Pen Cases
	11/19/2000: Allan Fuld
	Pendemonium.com is a great place to find storage cases, and many other pen items. I have dealt with them many times, and I highly recomend them.

re: Help (Jennifer Barangan)
	11/19/2000: Richard
	Here are three good links for ppaces that sell pen storage cases and boxes. There are others, these are just the first three that come to mind: http://www.fountainpenhospital.com/ - http://www.coloradopen.com/ - http://www.levenger.com/

Sheaffer Nib Markings
	11/19/2000: Bill Stevens
	On the nib of the recent Sheaffer Balance, between 18K and 750 there is a tiny oval with "STE, then a diamond, then PF". Does anyone know what this means?

Paragon and Optima
	11/19/2000: Stephen Lam
	Omas Paragon is a good user pen, light enough to hold for hours on end but substantial enough to give you the feeling that you are not using a cheapie. The elegant faceted body gives it a timeless look. Beware however of plating wear, especially the gold plated trim near the section. The filling system is reliable. I have been using one for 15 years and it has not failed me. Mine is a medium nib, quite flexible but of course you should choose the size you like. My Optima was among the first crop some 10 years ago. It is solid and reliable. The reserve ink filling system, although more of a gimmick, has some practical use, although you will have a lot of problems if you try to empty one. My Optima, in blue marble colour, has slight material deformation in the cap, around the inner cap (I assume there is one). As mine was among the first crop, maybe the current models do not have this problem and of course mine could be a one off sample. As a person with a reasonably large hand, I prefer the Paragon as a day to day user. I also like its styling.Omas has in fact made a large number of models based on the Paragon design including some limited editions. In my opinion, if you have to have one Omas, it should be a Paragon.

limited edition
	11/19/2000: sal
	Would like to know about the Agatha Christie Limited Edition by Montblanc? If not, are there any pen shops you know of might have it? sal

OMAS Paragon and AURORA Optima
	11/19/2000: Raymond Wong
	Can anyone tell me about these two pens? I am thinking of getting either one of them as the next addition to my collection. Are they good to use as well? Any experience (good or bad) will be much appreciated.

Help!
	11/18/2000: Jennifer Barangan
	My husband has just started collecting pens. I would love to surprise him with a nice pen storage box. Can anyone suggest a modestly priced box - or at least a good place on the web to look at what is available? Thanks.

Please help identify FP
	11/18/2000: Leif Erichson
	Do you know the make of this pen? Is there a site with pen logo listings? Picture at http://home.swipnet.se/~w-132356/ TIA / Leif

Mostly NOS pens FS
	11/17/2000: Scott Summerfield
	Hi all...have the following for sale, shipping included in US, 3-day no-questions-asked return policy in same condition as sold. 1) Pelikan M1000 green stripe w/black cap, inked once, flawless, as new, too big for me, awesome broad nib, $245; 2) Mont Blanc earliest Nobless series #2118, red matte lacquer with MB logo on top of cap, bottom of barrel, and on clip, oblique broad nib, new, never inked or dipped, flawless, circa 1980's, $75; 3) Parker French-made FP, model number may be 19, never sold in US, black plastic barrel, brushed chrome cap, polished chrome clip w/inset lacquer-filled arrow, medium steel nib, cartridge filler, great for Parker collectors, circa 1980's, new, never inked, $15 each (6 available); 4) Sheaffer Glideriter cartridge soft-tip pen, uses Sheaffer fp cartridges, new in unopened (but slightly shopworn) blister pack that includes two nearly evaporated cartridges, red w/chrome cap, great for Sheaffer collectors, $12. Thanks! Scott Summerfield

Michel Perchin, Faberge Pen
	11/17/2000: Cormac
	I have a Michel Perchin Faberge Pen, new, never used, it is the Blue and Gold collection, it is limited edtion to 4,321...let me know ASAP...

Wanted
	11/17/2000: Steve
	I am looking for a Parker 51 Flighter set in mint or near mint condition. Should have a fine to medium nib. Also looking for a Flighter pencil in the same condition to match to an existing pen.

PEN FAIR 11/17/00
	11/17/2000: Lee Chait
	The Fair has ended and a good time was had by all. I arrived about 1045 and there was already a good number of people there. Traffic continued till the 4PM close of the Fair. A brisk business was done by Jimmy and his staff with many closeouts and bargains to be had. Several vintage sellers were also present. Door prizes were given every hour and at 4PM the Grand Prize: a Mont Blanc Schiller LE was won by a very deserving individual. Among those present was Scott Woodside of Platinum Pens. One of the most impressive items at the Fair was Scott's new pencil which allows you to write as hard as you want with no breakage of .5 mm lead. Also available were several of the Duofold Airplanes in Yellow or Orange (no response necessary from Len) and I understand some of these changed hands. The new Visconti Dragon was available as were an almost unlimited number of pens from a few dollars to many thousands of dollars. Refreshments were served and by any standard the event was a success.

Pen refill
	11/17/2000: Buzz Needham
	I am looking for a pen refill made by a German company, Schmidt,. The number on the cartridge is 888 F (fine) and labelled "non-dry refill"

Osmiroid
	11/16/2000: Ray
	Osmiroid was part of Sanford - Osmiroid products were discontinued at the end of 1999. Info is available at www.sanford.co.uk.

PEN FAIR 11/17/00
	11/16/2000: Lee Chait
	Pen Fair at Total Office Products Services, 2740 Cumberland Blvd., Smrna Ga. Conveniently located just outside 285 in the Cumberland Mall vicinity. 770-434-8677. 10AM-4PM

Broad nib
	11/16/2000: Francesco
	I am looking for a flexible broad gold nib for one of my vintage fp. Brand not important, possibly reasonably priced. Cheers.

PDX area collectors to meet Sunday
	11/16/2000: Markus
	Mc Menamins Pub on NE 15th and Broadway in Portland at 3PM, Sunday.

Ink on Shirt
	11/16/2000: Will Thorpe
	Well Mr. Raymond Wong thank you. It's a lesson for all of us. It's certainly something I never thought about. I fly a bit so now I'll just add one more step to my preparation.

Get info on Pens and writing instruments
	11/16/2000: AMBATI ANIL
	Want the mailing and company address of the company OSMIROID

Ink on shirt
	11/15/2000: Raymond Wong
	Well, Mr. Will Thorpe. This is the story: It was a Sheaffer Balance Classic, Royal Blue Quink ink. The pen was full, as always. It was on a jet to Toronto. I think there was ink in the cap, and some condensation as well. It was the ink in the cap that got through the hole for attaching the clip and onto my shirt. I figure there must be some ink that got behind the inner cap. So strictly speaking, it was not from the ink in the converter. So the lesson for me was, clean the cap before getting on a plane.

For Sale/Trade
	11/15/2000: Troy Jenkins
	I have the following pens for trade or sale: Parker 51 broad oblique nib gold fill/black vac Parker Vac Major green two tone medium nib Montblanc 146 Pelikan M600 blue EF nib I'm looking for a Pelikan 100, Parker Vac pre-1940 metal filler,Waterman red ripple 54,56, Montblanc vintage, would also consider other vintage pens. Email for prices or make an offer.

Hemingway FP
	11/15/2000: Howard Levy
	Greetings all. Before they go to the auction block, I have several New, never filled Montblanc Hemingway Fountain Pens, medium nibs. No boxes nor papers. If interested in at $1400, please email me. Regards....Howard

Pilot and Platinum L.E.
	11/15/2000: Daniele
	Hello! I've the following pens: a) 1988 Platinum 70th Anniversary L.E. (1,000 pieces) in black and pearl, 18ct solid gold decorative band, mint condition with box, ink and paper; b) 1988 Pilot 70th Anniversary L.E. in black (Barleycorn), mint condition with box, ink and paper. Can you tell me the value of these pens? T.I.A. Daniele

Ink on Shirt
	11/15/2000: Will Thorpe
	Hey! Wait a minute! There's more to this story than told. It happened on a flight. Let's hear it all. What airlines, what pen, full of ink? Happen on take off or landing? Come on, fess up and give us the ugly details. There may be a lesson learned here.

Pens of German make
	11/15/2000: Anindita Bhattacharya
	Dear Sir, We are export/import consultants from India. One of our clients urgently wishes to import pens of German make without any brand name. Manufacturers of quality pens, please do get in contact with us. Your immediate response would be highly appreciated. Thanks & regards, (Ms.) A. Bhattacharya

parker wanted
	11/15/2000: Coral Carter
	My beautiful Parker Duofold Centennial Tango (orange) was stolen and I am looking to replace it. Please contact me.

Thanks re Ink on shirt
	11/14/2000: Raymond Wong
	Thanks Richard and all those who helped with ink removal information, including those who suggested dyeing and cutting the shirt. One thing for sure, I will not put my pen in my shirt pocket next time I go on a flight.

Thank yous
	11/14/2000: Fred Krinke
	We just wanted to say thank you to all of our penfriends that made it to our PEN FAIR 2000, the turn out was great, and the special prices were also great. Those of you who missed it, don't dispair, you can take advantage of those special prices thru December 2000. Remember, it's THE FOUNTAIN PEN SHOP, 2640 South Myrtle Ave #12, Monrovia, CA 91016 Phone 626-294-9974 Tues -Fri. 9:00 -4:00 Sat 10:00 -3:00

New Nozac
	11/14/2000: WorldPen
	Hi Len, Did you see the pen at the show? I'm looking at the prototypes right now and they are really nice! Did you notice the flex nib? Cheers, - Todd

Pen Shows
	11/14/2000: Dean Tweeddale
	Been a week since I returned home from the Ohio Pen Show, we’ll have a show review up on the site soon. My take was the show overall was one of the best of the year with lots of community spirit among the collectors. Also lots of recognition given out during the show, including to Lynn Brant the creator of Penlovers. This show just seems to have that down home feeling about it. I’ve also never seen so many pizzas eaten (inhaled) in such a short time, but what a lot of fun. Look for the full review on Penlovers soon. Of other show news most have heard of the sale of the New Jersey National Pen Show to Maryann and Steve Zucker of Penstop Online fame. I’ve had some great conversations with both of them about the impending move of the show to New York. They have some great ideas for the show which come from their attending most of the major shows in the past. They are also open to listening to all of the pen community for our input on what would help to make another great show. If you have ideas, comments, etc. send them a quick email at Info@penstoponline.com. Be watching here for updates as their progress goes forward. Dean

Parker Premier
	11/13/2000: Len
	I have lost my much loved Parker Premier, with an extra find nib, bought in the early 80's as a gift from my wife. I have looked around but haven't come across one anywhere so far. Is there anywhere that I might be able to find another one?

Graf von Faber Castell Fountain Pens
	11/13/2000: Kent
	What has been the experience with the Graf Von Faber Castell wooden fountain pens, such as the ebony or pernambuco wood. Especially, how are the nibs in quality. They look great, but are rare in my area of the US and I fear buying without seeing first. Any comments?

New Issues in - PENNA & PENS PLUS

11/13/2000: Sam - Pendemonium

Inky Greetings!

Just in today - the latest issues of PENNA and PENS PLUS. If you're already subscribed with us for these, your copies will be shipped on Tuesday. We have a few extras, for those of you who not subscribed, these won't last long!

1. PENNA No. 40, October 2000, bilingual Italian/English. New pen revies of Montegrappa Micra, Sheaffer Prelude Black line, Sheaffer Intrigue and more. Articles on Marlen, DuPont, Delta, Jean Pierre Lepine and more. Vintage articles on Safeties, OMAS, Italian steel pen nibs, European Parkers and more! Glossy, full color magazine. $12

2. PENS PLUS, Sept-Oct 2000, bilingual German/English. Articles on OMAS, Pilot CapLess pens (ie Vanishing Points), Aurora 88 models - with great exposed "demonstrator" view, paper making, and lots of other info. $6

We have a few back issues of these magazines as well as the UK Writing Equipment Society Journals listed on the Reference Book Page of the website: http://www.pendemonium.com/book.html

S&H for one or both is $4 via priority mail. Please email to reserve - sam@pendemonium.com

Good Collecting! Sam
http://www.pendemonium.com

"Hero" # 336 Special Sell
	11/13/2000: Rene
	These pens are also designed to recall the Parker 51/61, with the arrow symbol imprinted on the section right above the nib, and fill with an aerometric pump filler (which has an 'ink-vue' window underneath the threads).The Cap is golden. The nib lays down a 'fine' line. The clip is spring-loaded and says "HERO", and engraved upon the band are the Chinese characters for "Hero", as well as "Made in China" and "336".Hero 336 is "everyday pen". U$ 8 each,Two or more U$6 each. Prices included Shipping via registered air mail worldwide. The pens are new and boxed.Colors Available: Black, Burgundy and Green. Any doubt or question,do not hesitate to ask me,please.Best regards,Rene.

Ref.: Waterman Edson
	11/13/2000: Hugh
	Hi Kevin, I normally buy Waterman pens from www.pensplanet.com. All pens from this site is selling at very competitive price. You may try to see whether you can find your desired Waterman pen from there. Hugh

Re: Raymond Wong, Ink on Shirt
	11/13/2000: Richard
	Dyeing a shirt black or applying scissirs are both pretty drastic approaches. I suggest trying Amodex. Fabulous ink stain remover, so long as the shirt is white or colorfast (test on edge of shirttail). I recently used it to disappear a stain of Private Vintage Tanzanite on a pair of khaki-colored 60/40 cotton/poly twill trousers - not a trace remains! You can buy Amodex from many of the major dealers, such as Colorado Pen, Fountain Pen Hospital, Pendemonium, and others.

New York Pen Show
	11/13/2000: Jon Rosenbaum
	I must take exception to Bob's comments about holding a NYC pen show at the Pierre or the Plaza. In order to attract the largest number of people, especially the vintage collector/dealers, the cost must be kept down. Shows are expensive. Airfares are high and continue to rise, as do table rates and hotels. Maryann and Steve's challenge will be to find a hotel in the New York area not too far from Kennedy that will not charge an arm and a leg. As a hobbyist, I do not feel that pen collecting need be thought of as "luxuary goods." In order for a pen show to be successful (see LA, Chicago, DC and especially Columbus) it needs to be promoted properly, easy to get to and not prohibitively expensive. Just my $0.02 worth.

NY Pen Show
	11/13/2000: Penstop
	Hi Bob: Thank you for your support. Tried to email you but message was bounced back. You can call us at (718)434-3713 or email us at info@penstoponline.com. Maryann and Steve Zucker

New York Pen Show
	11/12/2000: Bob Frank
	Would'nt it be great if the new organisers decided to seize the moment & go upmarket a little bit ? why don't they try the Plaza Hotel or the Pierre ? Who cares if you have to pay a little more, it's a small price to pay for dragging the pen community kicking & screaming into the 21st century where luxury goods are bought & sold in an appropriate environment.

Planned New York Pen Show
	11/12/2000: Penstop
	Greetings to All: Computer now up and running. I have been down for almost three weeks now and as of tonight am back in full force. As you all know we are the new owners of the National Pen Show. I want to thank all of you for your good wishes and support at the prospect of a New York Pen Show in the future. At this point we have finalized any of the details. As soon as information is available we will post it here and on our website. If anyone has any thoughts, ideas or suggestions, please feel free to contact us. We are open to any input. Thanks once again, PenstopOnline

Laban
	11/12/2000: brian
	I have the tortoise shell with the silver cap. It is on the small side. I was quite impressed with how well it is made and the way that it writes. It is truly a bargain at $40! I have thrown out their catalog, I regret that now, but they have a huge selection of pens. Some are quite cheesy looking and some are rather impressive.

Laban
	11/12/2000: David
	Does anyone know anything about Laban pens? I've seen them advertised in catalogs.They seem to be an interesting line of inexpensive pens. Are they good writers?

Parker Duofold Aircraft
	11/12/2000: Donal
	My Parker Duofold model aircraft (#5 0f 100) arrived on Friday from Len Provisor, what a beauty! It really is a pleasure to see such fine attention to detail in this age of sketchy quality control; the finish, presentation and packaging all impeccable. If this man ever decides to produce an LE pen jump at the chance, it will be PERFECT! And the plane? Let's just say that I'm off to order the next in the series, a Beechcraft! Donal

Fahrney's Web Site
	11/12/2000: Joe Nemecek
	Hello Bill: Fahrney's web site is www.fahrneyspens.com . Have a great day!

Farney's???
	11/12/2000: Bill Tolbert
	Some time back I was a regular customer of a company in the Washington, D.C. area called Farney's. I've been trying to find out if they in fact have a we site. Does anyone know of this company and if they have a web site? Thanks in advance, Bill

Tibaldi Transparente
	11/12/2000: David
	I've got a mint Tibaldi Transparente on sale on ebay. Great pen, great price.

Brochure concerning the new Empire
	11/12/2000: Susanna
	Ask Giardino Italiano for the new brochures of Visconti's EMPIRE at http://www.pens.it/visconti/empire.htm Thank you

Weekend Specials

11/11/2000: Sam - Pendemonium

Inky Greetings! Through Sunday midnight, November 12. Pen attache storage cases and Felt pen wraps specially priced

1. Pen attache case, looks just like a miniature attache case, leather look exterior, holds 30 pens, brass snap close locks. Reg. $50, $45 shipped in the US.

2. Felt Pen Wraps, black washable felt, holds 10 pens securely, roll 'em up, tie the wrap closed, good for bag or briefcase. Reg. $12, $10 each shipped in the US.

Complete details & scan of the attache case on the website pen storage page - http://www.pendemonium.com/penstorage.html

As always, no quibble satisfaction guarantee! Checks and credit cards welcomed. You can order directly from our website on our secure online order form or drop me an email - sam@pendemonium.com

Good Collecting! Sam
http://www.pendemonium.com

Parker 51 cap
	11/11/2000: Hans van Doorn.
	I'm sorry in the advertisement before I spoke about a nib, but it must be a cap for the Parker 51.

Parker 51
	11/11/2000: Hans van Doorn
	Hereby a request if somebody can help me to a nib for my Parker 51, The pen is olive green and the nib was coloured double (looking like gold)If not possible I also do agree for another suitable nib for my Parker.

For Sale Norman Rockwell L.E. Duofold
	11/11/2000: Northwest Pen Works
	We are offering a Limited Edition Parker Norman Rockwell Duofold. This pen has never been inked, it is in absolute mint condition. It comes with a hard shell outer case which holds a tigerstripe maple pen box, a set of selected Norman Rockwell prints, in a follio, a booklet about Norman Rockwell and the L.E. Duofold, 4 unused ink cartridges, and filling instructions. Also included is a white flannel outer slip cover for the hard shell case, with the Norman Rockwell L.E. logo. The pen is a cartridge/converter fill. The nib is a Medium 2 tone arrow nib, the larger Parker Duofold Centenial size. This is a very beautiful pen, and one of the most highly sought after Parker limited editions. If you have any questions just click on the Northwest Pen Works name and e-mail me. Thanks! Michael

waterman safety
	11/11/2000: robert j. jackson
	hello, i'm curious if someone can explain how to disassemble the interior spiral and replace the cork seal in a waterman safety pen. also do you know where i may find the part for this repair? many thanks, rjj

Good Luck Getting A Sheaffer Intrigue!
	11/11/2000: Kyle Cavanaugh
	Well this is the pen to get for the holidays! It looks like that Sheaffer had no idea how popular is pen was going to be. Looks like the Play Station 2 of pens. Demands have been so high that some stores have 20 day backorders. Don't even think about finding one with a broad nib or in the shark blue color.

Montblanc sl-70
	11/11/2000: ryto
	I need a Montblanc sl-70,model,fountainpen,any scan an price,please.TIA,Ryto

MANDARIN Duofold Airplane model
	11/11/2000: Len Provisor
	Several customers have asked for the 1928 Parker Duofold Monoplane in Mandarin. I have made them in Mandarin, same price as the red. I brought one to show at the Ohio Pen Show, it was literally sold in a few minutes time. Close your eyes, picture a Mandarin Duofold, picture the plane....absolutely stunning. The plane is not anatomically correct in this color, but sure looks terrific. It's only 6 weeks to Xmas, are you tempted? Next and final shipment of models will not be until sometime in February, but if orders are placed in next 5 days, Xmas MAY BE possible for an extra $50. plus Air Express. Otherwise, a nice brochure will have to do until February. Visit www.inkblotters.com for close-up pictures of this stunning model.

FIFTY-DOLLAR CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PENS
	11/10/2000: John King Tarpinian
	I was at The Fountain Pen Shop’s Pen Fair today. There were two items that I have to tell people about. - The first was a new gel pen by Cross, the ION. Hard to describe but the Cross web site does them justice. It is a stubby capless pull-action pen that comes with a ringtop cap. (Sounds like a contradiction but that is the best was to describe it). The five gel colors are very vibrant. I bought two, as gifts, one for a friend in retail sales and another for a stewardess. Perfect pens for their respective lines of work. http://www.crossusa.com/cross/ - The second pens were FIFTY-DOLLAR CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PENS. The brand is Asian and is called Acura. They had a basic steel iridium made in Germany nib and wrote OK. It was the celluloid that was the treat. They came in white, amber, blue and red. Not to say these pens copied OMAS/Visconti but they sure do invoke the style of an OMAS/Visconti. The unique feature was that the caps posted on the threaded end cap. These pens are a bargain at $50. There was also a metal and celluloid model that invoked the image of Montegrappa pens, too. These pens were priced at $70. If anybody is interested, I can post a scan of the sales brochure on Monday. - Also, both John Mottishaw and Jon Rosenbaum were present, selling vintage pens. There were a couple hundred being shown between the two of them. Tomorrow, John Maloney and Chris Odgers will have their vintage wares on display and for sale. - The fair is open from 10 to 3 on Saturday. If you are in the area you must drop in and bring your wallet. Being Veteran’s Day you’ll need to buy a vintage pen with a military clip… - The Fountain Pen Shop’s web site is: http://www.fountainpenshop.com Fred’s email address is: Fredspen@yahoolcom

Loose Nibs
	11/10/2000: Gary Lehrer
	Ron: You were asking about heating the inside of the hard rubber section of your Duofold Jr. in order to expand the section where it has been compressed by the nib. You're on the right track, but what you actually want to do is compress the section so the nib and feed will be tighter. Heat the section and then rub it between your thumb and forefunger to compress it and make the hole a bit smaller. It will work!

New York Pen Show
	11/10/2000: Gary Lehrer
	We've been talking about it for years... and it looks like it may finally happen! Congratulations to Maryann & Steve Zucker of the New Jersey Pen Show and planned move to a New York location. I'll be there!

Sheaffer Vac filler
	11/10/2000: Gary Lehrer
	Joseph: Sheaffer plunger fill pens fill on the downstroke, and should hold far more ink than a single page of writing. If it isn't working properly there are a number of good repair folks who can fix it for you. You can come right back onto the Board and ask for suggestions.

WTB
	11/10/2000: allen gross
	Looking for an unused Montegrappa Yellow Symphoney fountain pen with any nib size. Please respond with price if interested, thanks Allen

Ink stain on shirt pocket
	11/10/2000: Will Thorpe
	Dye the shirt black.

Ink stain on shirt pocket
	11/10/2000: Allan Fuld
	The best way to remove an ink stain on a shirt pocket is with a scissors.

Diplomat refills
	11/10/2000: Mike
	ROGER: Diplomat Ball Point Refills From Colorado Pen Co. mail order: 1-800-766-7367 or coloradopen.com Series: 400, 600, 800 # A22-13634 Series: 300 only # A22-13654

Ohio Show
	11/10/2000: Lynn Brant
	Exhaustion from a great show was followed by more exhaustion over the election. Thanks to all who attended the show and a special heartfelt thanks for the tribute given me at the show as the creator of PenLovers. This came in the form of a plaque mounted on a wood presentation box containing a new Bexley fp and rb set. I'm still not sure what these new pens are called, but they are a superb addition to the Bexley line. As for the pens I was selling, many are gone but many remain. I will be offering these online a few at a time as soon as I recover. Thanks to Terry and Sonya for again giving the best show in the country!

FS: MIB Omas Gentleman (Paragon) US$149
	11/10/2000: JiaXian
	Hi, I have for sale one MIB Omas Gentleman, a retired model nearly identical to the Paragon. The only differences being this lacks the section band and has a larger nib. Nib size is fine. Please email for more information or if you have any questions. Thanks. Regards, JiaXian

Sheaffer Vac filler
	11/9/2000: Joseph E. Flis
	I just bout an older Sheaffer vac fill pen. With this system do I pull up once for a complete fill or what? Perhaps the pen needs something else done to it. I can write about one page before the ink is gone.

Ink on Shirt
	11/9/2000: Raymond Wong
	Can someone tell me what is the best way (if there are ways) to remove ink on a shirt pocket?

Ohio Pen Show 2000
	11/9/2000: Melinda Adams
	I just want to add my kudos to all the others concerning the Ohio Pen Show. I thought this show was one of the best I have attended all year. OK, I am prejudiced---I have known the Mawhorters for many years---but this show, while not a monster show, was large enough to attract a wealth of beautiful pens and wonderful dealers, yet intimate enough to feel like old home week. I met with old friends and new, and everyone, even members of the public, was unfailingly friendly and gracious. Terry and Sonya worked tirelessly on this show to make it run smoothly, and as a staff member, I know what a daunting task that is. While very little created a panic among us, we now know what to do (or not do) next year. But that is the beauty of "next year." I don't think any other pen show could be as user-friendly, in terms of the appreciation Terry and Sonya have for the dealers and buyers. The tributes to Abe Schwartz, Lynn Brandt, and Dick Johnson were especially moving because they were heartfelt. Terry and Sonya are nothing if not generous and loyal. That sums it for me. I hope to see you all again next year in Ohio, and perhaps at some other show in the future. I'm still reeling from all the great stuff I saw but DIDN'T buy. There's always a next time. (And I forgive Bert Heiserman for bidding a great Parker counter-top display case right out from under me!) Best!

pen sacs
	11/9/2000: Martin Smith
	Printable information/order form for pen sacs and vacumatic diaphragms. Orders shipped the next business day. http://www.simcom.on.ca/woodbin

RE: Da Book
	11/9/2000: Randy
	Frank's book is also available directly from Frank, not to slight any of the fine booksellers mentioned previously. He can be contacted at FDubiel@aol.com.

Sheaffer Converter
	11/9/2000: Rod Ragner
	My local Staples sells the Sheaffer Squeeze Converter with a tiny bottle of ink (in the section with ink cartridges and pens). I do not recall the price.

Parker Centennial Duo
	11/9/2000: Lee Chait
	Just in time for Xmas. Email me for prices and quantities available if interested in the 1987-88 version of the Centennial Duofold in Marbled Maroon. All will be new in box with papers. These are the flat clip; flat band; flat cap variety.

Oops, error in URL on my posting below
	11/9/2000: Ken Smoot
	Sorry about that, should have been a "/" rather than a "." Correct URL is ...aol.com/Ksmoot27... not ...aol.com.Ksmoot27... Thank you Stephen

Sheaffer converter wanted
	11/9/2000: Deb Schwartz
	I'm looking for a squeeze type converter for my not-very-old Sheaffer fountain pen. Anybody got one? Thanks.

More thinning of collection
	11/9/2000: Ken Smoot
	1) Conklin lapis blue Endura Senior 2) Conklin lapis blue Endura Std 3) Parker Senior Duofold Imperial DeLuxe 4) Waterman Ripple 52 5) Sheaffer Senior red vein pen & pencil set. All pens correct and in great shape. $1,500 delivered in US. For a scan of the pens go to: http://members.aol.com.Ksmoot27/pens5.jpg (note: LARGE scan, might take a couple of minutes to load) TIA. Regards, Ken

Loose nibs
	11/9/2000: Will Thorpe
	Johnny is right. It requires a buildup. I have done this with fingernail polish. not so much as a buildup but just to reduce the ink flow around the feed.

re: Da Book
	11/9/2000: Waco Johnny D
	Frank Dubiel's repair book is available from Pendemonium and from Fountain Pen Hospital, both with Web sites whose URLs you'll guess on the first try.

pens for sale
	11/8/2000: Katherine
	I have quite a few old fountain pens for sale, dating from 1910s to 1960. Most are Parker and Sheaffer. More information will be provided if you will contact me at my e-mail address.

1939 SHEAFFER White Dot Senior Balance lever
	11/8/2000: Damian O'Donnell
	I have a 1939 SHEAFFER White Dot Senior Balance lever filler in need of repair. The lever is cracked at the pivot point - but not completely. Can anyone kindly advise me as where I may be able to have this repaired? I am located in Melbourne Australia. All responses gratefully acknowledged. Damian

The "Pen Fairy" cometh
	11/8/2000: Len Provisor
	Yup, Maryann "The Pen Fairy" and Steve, the "Prince of Pens" Zucker are going to attempt to revive the NJ Pen Show into a NY location and make it better than ever. This is a delicate operation, show dates and locations are critical for obvious reasons, and the Zuckers are very professional and aware of what it takes to make a show successful. So when a final date and location is eventually disclosed, take a good hard look, it should be a great show. Congrats to the Pen Fairy and her Prince!

Congrats !!!
	11/8/2000: Allen Gross
	Congradulations to Maryann & Steve Zucker of Pen Stop, they are the proud new owners of the New Jersey National Pen Show !!!!!!

Pens Under $100
	11/8/2000: John Odom
	There are multitudes of good pens out there for under $100. The cheaper models of the Sheaffer Prelude are well within that range. You can get a brand-new Parker 45 for $25 at Staples, and used ones are even cheaper. There are specials running on the Web for Sheaffer Balance II's for well under $100. Vintage: they are hard to find (no one is willing to turn them loose), but Sheaffer Targas can be had in your range. Esterbrook J's are available for under $50, as are Balances and various Touchdown-fillers and Snorkels. This is only a sampling. I have bought several pens from folks on other bulletin boards, and there are some good websites out there. Good luck!

mechanical pencil
	11/8/2000: rad
	I am looking to purchase a mechanical pencil from the Martin Company circa 1920's, deep red or wine colored, 14 K yellow gold not engraved

mechanical pencil
	11/8/2000: rad
	I am looking to purchase a mechanical pencil from the Martin Company circa 1920's, deep red or wine colored, 14 K yellow gold not engraved

Mont Blanc Question
	11/8/2000: Sheila Shaw
	I recently bought a Mont Blanc Admiral Prima pen. It is 5 1/4" long, has a pressure filler with cork that can be seen through the transparent barrel. I can't seem to find it listed anywhere. Can anyone tell me when the pen was produced, where and its value? Thanks, Sheila

F/S Parker 51
	11/8/2000: Mark
	Offered for sale Parker 51 Vac, Single Jewel Black/Sterling Silver cap, blue diamond clip. An extremely nice sterling cap, no dents dings or scratches. Medium nib is smooth & wet. Plastic is glossy. Fully restored. Best reasonable offer.TIA, Mark

Da Book
	11/8/2000: Ron
	I've been collecting and repairing pens for quite a while - but I have NO idea what "Da Book" is! (should my face be red?) Please elucidate.

Diplomat refills
	11/8/2000: Roger
	How do I buy on the web spare ball point cartridges for my Diplomat pen. It is a fountain / ball point pen.

re: loose nibs

11/8/2000: Waco Johnny D

Hi Ron,

You are on the right path with the shellac trick, but I would suggest rather than using it as an adhesive you use it instead to increase the thickness of the base of the nib. Apply 1 coat, let it dry, apply a 2nd, let it dry, apply a 3rd, let it dry. Then try the nib fit again. With enough coats the nib should be thick enough to remain in place. You can probably accomplish the same with successive coats of enamel or acrylic. Obviously you coat the top of the base of the nib rather than the underside (in case a repair newbie is reading this I thought I ought to mention that).

I would discourage any operation that risks rendering the section hole anything else than round. Out-of-round section holes can be a pain to troubleshoot. As FD says in "Da Book," some pens wear in that way from long use, but I wouldn't do anything to exacerbate the problem.

WJD

loose nibs
	11/8/2000: Ron
	I have a Parker Duofold Jr. that has a loose nib. I've encountered this with other pens, and have never found a really satisfactory way to repair the problem. With some of the Sheaffers, there is a sholder in the section that prevents puthing the nib in farther to get it tight enough. In this case, I CAN push the nib and feed in farther, to get it "tight" but then the nib sits in too far. In the past I have used a dab of shelac to hold things in place, but don't find that to be quite satisfactory. The Duofold section is hard rubber, as is the feed. I wonder if heating the inside of the section to expand the section where it has been compressed by the nib would do the trick? Maybe heating back part of the feed too? Has anyone had any success repairing this problem that they might like to share? Email direct if you want to, but I suspect that others have encountered this too, and would benifit from your suggestions! Many thanks!

Parker 51 Cap
	11/8/2000: sherman barnes
	I need a cheap, plain, blue diamond cap for a Parker 51 Vac-fil. Contact me if you have one you'd like to sell. thanks, Sherman

Ohio Pen Show
	11/7/2000: Len Provisor
	Well, there you have it, the Ohio Pen Show is now solidly entrenched as one of the premier events of the year. This was one of the busiest from the start on Thurs. with half the main ballroom filled with sellers and early buyers. Friday was just as busy, with a few "frenzies" when new sellers arrived with cases and boxes filled with new treasures. Friday night pen lovers gulped down 50 pizzas, a new world record for a pen show. The Saturday Auction was very successful with over 100 lots, only 3 or 4 were not sold. A Parker 51 first year with a rare smooth sterling cap went for $500., a 51 Nassau Green double jewel went for $350., #74V Rose Gold Holland hatchet filler for $475., a #71 Sterling Filigre Holland hatchet filler went for $600., and a Conklin fancy gold filled filigree crescent filler with original box went down for $900. By Sunday there was a constant traffic from the public and I heard from many that this was their first pen show, telling me that advertising works. About 120 tables were brimming with new pens from many dealers. The surprise honored guest was Mr. Dante Del Vecchio, President of Visconti, bringing the new L.E. Dragon pen, about 800 world-wide with about 200 for he U.S. The pen is a Milliniem Arc with a beautiful airbrush hand painting of a Dragon, also featuring a new metal piston filler with an ink view window in the piston body. Rob Rosenberg was showing the new Conklin Nozac, and I found it to be true to the style, more hefty in girth and having all the appearance of a classic. I was impressed, and I would make this a recommended buy for beauty and quality. Unfortunately the Conway Stewart Churchill didn't make it in time for the show. Other international exhibitors were from Italy, Belgium, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, France, UK, some I may have missed. I had delivered an orange and a Mandarin Parker Duofold airplane model to Bill Weakley of Power Pens, they were sold in a matter of minutes. Dick Johnson had a parts "blow-out" sale, a rare event in itself. Like I said before, if you're anywhere in flying or driving distance to Columbus next year, make it a point to be there.

Pens under $100
	11/7/2000: Michael
	Does anyone have any suggestions for the best value in a fountain pen to use every day for under $100 (new or vintage)? Thanks, Michael

F/U
	11/7/2000: Frank Crescioni
	I made an error on the case number in my previous message. The correct case number is 2000-14543 and Detective Johnson is the lead investigator. Thanks-frank

homework help
	11/7/2000: DJ
	Our 5 year olds, "Find Out" question of the day is, "What did Victorian children write with?" Thanks for your help.

Pens Stolen
	11/7/2000: Frank Crescioni
	Just got back form the Columbus Pen Show and it was a great show. Good people and a multitude of pens. Unfortunately on the trip back home, my car was broken into and I lost all my pens (~300)plus cases and display items. My pens consisted of predominantly British pens: Mabie Todd, Conway Stewart, Onoto, Croxley, etc. There were only a few readily identifible pens: a Swan 4 size Leverless in iridescent green snakeskin engraved Gwendolen (sp), a large Ford's Safety pen with a nib with very small tines and large blob of iridium, a Parker 51 with a repoussed silver cap in snake motif (South American), and a large sterling pen and pencil set in a Mappin and Webb box. Mike Carter was also travelling with me and he also lost everything including a gold Hamilton Flight wristwatch. This occurred in Lafayette, IN. The Lafayette police case number is 2000-1454. I would appreciate hearing about it if anyone is offered a large quantity of British pens. Thanks, -frank

New Fountain Pens etc. for Sale
	11/7/2000: Bruce
	Brand-new pens at great prices, some reduced since 10/16 ad. Waterman Carene, most colors, $125; Aurora Primavera (brilliant marble green) w/italic nib, $299 (cut from $325); Visconti Kaleido, $215 (cut from $215), Parker Duofold Centennial, med., $275, Internationals, $255. Rollerballs & ballpoints: Aurora Primavera RB, $225 (cut from $240); dark green marble Aurora Optima BP, $110; 5 Parker Duofold Centennial RBs, gray pearl, $168. State preferences for nibs, colors. Ask about other pens you're interested in. The ad policy urges sellers to advance enthusiasm for the hobby. No problem, since I'm a hobbyist who just happened to stumble on some pens I could offer at very low prices. I lose pens at an awful "clip." More attention should be given to "loss-resistance." Orange stands out like no other color amid piles of paper. That's why i love the Coral Red Waterman Carene.

FS/T
	11/6/2000: Mark
	Offered the following pens for sale or trade. 1) Parker Big Red - 1927, excellent condition, restored. The blind cap has bite marks. 2) Pilot Murex from 1970-71, near mint condition, superb writer. TIA, Mark

Parker Pen Repair
	11/6/2000: Stephen Lam
	James, it will not be possible for fellow posters to respond to your post unless you tell us what's wrong with the cap. Furthermore, do you want someone to help you repair it and would like to find out how much it costs ? Or do you want someone to suggest the market value of such a pen ? Either way, more info is needed.

parker pen repair
	11/6/2000: James A. Carnes
	Interested in information on repairing antique Parker (Lucky Curve, cir. 1911?)fountain pen cap and valuation of same.

For Trade or Sale
	11/6/2000: Carlos
	Aurora 75th GOld, Goldoni , Primavera 4 pc set. Waterman Edson in blue, Fontainbleu , Blue Patrician . Omas Cinema , Gold Marconi and Cristofer Colombo. Sell-Trade for MB LE's. All FP's Mint. Before Ebay.

Waterman Edson
	11/6/2000: Kevin
	Any body knows where can I find a good deal for Waterman Edson...of course the blue one. Thanks.

Visconti Manhattan for Sell
	11/6/2000: Rene
	VISCONTI MANHATTAN,TRANSLUCENT RUBY BURGUNDY,Celluloid, MINT CONDITION,NEW NEVER USED,IN LUXURY BOX AND PAPERS,14ks solid gold BROAD NIB SIZE,vacuum filler, MADE IN FLORENCE,ITALY,LOOKS LIKE THE STYLE OF OLD PARKER VACUMATIC, INK VIEW. U$200 shipping via registered air mail,worldwide included. Thanks in advice. Rene.

Ink Blotters
	11/6/2000: Debby Parkhurst
	We sell pocket size ink blotters over the internet. Great quality! Come check us out at inkblotter.com

New Orleans pen shops
	11/6/2000: Mark
	Going there this weekend for business and was wondering if anyone knows of any pen shops I might care to visit.

Pen Stores in Spartanburg
	11/6/2000: Stan
	Thanks to Dean for the hospitality at the Columbus show! I will be relocating to the Greenville/Spartanburg South Carolina area soon, any decent pen shops in the area?

re: Bexley Inks
	11/6/2000: Waco Johnny D
	The only caution I'd advise is with respect to staining. Watch out for light-colored pens, pens that are porous, and transparent or semi-transparent piston/plunger-fill pens and pens with "ink-view" windows. If you are concerned about staining clear-plastic feeds/collectors then here also you should be concerned. Of the colors I have (the dark blue, the plum, the dark green, and the orange) the last is especially-nasty in this regard. By the way, the red and orange have a stench that'll knock you right into next week, and I don't mean the nice sweet Waterman or Doctor smell either.

have junkers, parts pens you don't want? Here is an alternative.
	11/5/2000: scaupaug@aol.com
	I'll trade something mint and working for items that are old and not working. Perfect timing for the holidays. E-mail for links and pics of what I have to offer for sheaffer's and other imperfect parts pens you might want to turn into a gift item for the holidays....turn those parts sitting about into something of greater possible use to you. e-mail>>> scaupaug@aol.com

Triangle (NC) Pen Club - Next Sunday - Provisor Treat!
	11/5/2000: Ross
	The Durham-Raleigh-Chapel Hill (aka Research Triangle) Fountain Pen Club will meet next Sunday, 11/12, at 3 PM, at the Regulator Bookstore in Durham. Len Provisor has provided a box of great blotters to pass out as presents, so BE THERE! E-mail for questions.

PCA Pins
	11/5/2000: John King Tarpinian
	The honor of selling PCA lapel pins has been bestowed upon me. The pins are a color reproduction of the PCA logo. . If you missed getting one at the last pen show or are not able to attend a pen show you may get them from me. They are $5.00 each, plus $1 for shipping in a padded envelope via First Class mail, for a total of $6.00. Make the check payable to me, John King Tarpinian, and I will make sure the funds are disbursed properly. Mail your request to me at the following address: John King Tarpinian - PCA Librarian - P.O. Box 10435 - Glendale, CA 91209-3435

Hello from Columbus
	11/5/2000: Frank Dubiel
	Just a brief hello from a busy show on a busy day at Columbus. Yes, I'm alive and well and extend my best wishes to all. Frank

Columbus Show
	11/5/2000: Sean Stillwell
	Had a great time. Bought and sold lots of pens. Columbus has always been a good show for me. See you all next year!

Ohio Show
	11/5/2000: Bill Weakley
	Here at the Columbus Show situated next to the PenLovers Table. Columbus show a great success as usual thanks to the efforts of the show host. What is selling. -on my table I sold out of the Two Provisor Duofold Airplanes, but have 6 more being delivered after the show. Other sales, a Sterling Parker LE Snake, several Namiki Vanishing Points, Books and Wrapping Paper as people are buying writing items for gifts. You should be here, so next year for sure. Regards BILL

Bexley Inks
	11/5/2000: Jeff
	Does anyone know whether Bexley inks are safe for all fountain pens?

Columbus Pen Show
	11/5/2000: Donald Lavin
	I keep telling collectors that nothing beats a pen show. Dealers were selling off large quantities of parts which enabled me to complete some great projects I had going. I found numerous desk sets and desk set parts which required me to hire a bearer to get to the airport. The comoraderie this weekend was outstanding with a great mix of local and foreign collectors and dealers and a large number of collectors from all over the U.S. Lots of trading going on and prices keep fluctuating as the dynamics of the show keeps changing. Lots of ephemera and old inks available. Lots of ads, old letterheads, blotters, you name it. And meeting old friends is always a great pleasure as well as meeting new collectors so try to get out and support pen shows especially your local shows, if you are lucky enough to be in an area which has a pen show once a year. I can safely say that you will be able to feed your "addition".

Ohio Pen Show
	11/5/2000: John McDaniel
	Great Show. Well managed, friendly atmosphere, many pens. Hope to see you all next year.

Columbus Pen Show
	11/5/2000: John Stone
	I just want to let everyone know what a great show the Columbus Fountain Pen Show was. There were lots of nice pens and people. Thanks to Len Provisor who was my host at the show. I hope all that attended had as good a time as I did. I hope to see you all again next year. Stoney

Parker 75 BallPoint
	11/5/2000: Doug Seaborn
	Hello, I am trying to replace my [lost] Parker 75 Sterling Silver Ball Point Pen, Crosshatch Pattern, Barrel Action. Purchased in the early 1980's. New or Used. I believe the model was made in the 1970's and 1980's. Any suggestions as to how/where I might find one? Doug Seaborn, .

Conway Stewart Binkie Refills
	11/4/2000: Elliott
	I'm looking for a source for Comway Stewart "Dinkie" refills. Suggestions?

MONT BLANC PENS
	11/4/2000: DARREN
	JUST A NOTE FOR ANYONE OUT THERE WITH A CRACKED MONT BLANC* WRITING INSTRUMENT. MONT BLANC* USA MAY BE REACHED BY CALLING 1-800-995-4810.

Live-from Columbus Pen Show
	11/4/2000: Len Provisor
	Wow! What a show. Great pens and great pen pals. Very busy from Thurs eve, Friday was the busiest Friday I've ever seen at a pen show. So far the hit of the show was meeting Mr. Dante Delvecchio from Visconti, introducing his magnificent hand painted "Dragon" pens, which are painted on the Millineum Arc, Off to the auction, more to report later,thanks to Dean for bringing his laptop for this on-site report.

Anyone have a cap for a Parker #33?
	11/4/2000: Markus
	I'm looking for a cap to replace this cracked one: http://www.charlemagne.net/parker33.JPG thanks Markus

FS NEW PRICE!!!: Dupont Orpheo Large Black Lacquer and Palladium fine point
	11/4/2000: David Kaplan
	I've reduced the price of the Dupont large Oprheo fine point (Black and Palladium) to $400.00. That is $140 below the retail price. It includes a beautiful box and all of the accompanying docs. $400.00 includes shipping.

Pens for Sale & parts needed
	11/4/2000: Pearce Jarvis
	I have a few pens for sale, and they are as follows. Parker Lucky curve in black, proper nib and feed, has lined pattern down pen, G., $25. Parker Duofold Streamline in jade green triple ring, usual discolouration, original nib and feed, VG., $30. Wahl Eversharp Skyline with gold filled cap and derby, a few small dents in cap, standerd size, VG., $40. Eclipse pen with weird barrel design with loose cap ring, VG., $20. Sheaffer tuckaway set in blue with harder to find nib, uncommon imprint, VG-EX, $60. 2 Sheaffer Flattop pens in jade green 5-25's, one with clip and some discolouration, one with ring top, small hairline cap crack, and NO discolouration, VG., $50 each. Parts needed: Parker duofold sr. nib. Parker duofold Sr. cap in yellow, need one in both types, flattop and streamline. Parker duofold streamline Jr. cap in jade green. Sheaffer PFM nib section for PFM 3 in green. Please email me for pics of any of the pens for sale or if you have any of the parts I need. Thanks!

ohio pen show
	11/4/2000: abe
	snakes are fun pens

Live from Columbus!
	11/4/2000: Sam - Pendemonium
	Greetings from the Ohio Pen ShoW! Great crowd here and it's pretty neat sitting hear at the show doing this live from Dean's table! Good weekend all! Sam

Ohio Pen Show
	11/4/2000: Lee Chait
	We're out here having a good time buying and selling pens et al. Weather has been great. Traffic has been good and we're looking forward to the auction and dessert party later today. Dean is alive and well and has a good taste for Pizza.

Pen for sale
	11/4/2000: Marvin
	I have a beautiful WATERMAN PATRICIAN, green color, NEW, never been used, with original box. I'll sell this one for only $300 + shipping.

Ohio Pen Show
	11/4/2000: Tom Bickta
	As usual, this pen show is wonderful. I brought my mom again for her 71st Birthday and she is really enjoying herself. Peter Miller came along for the first time, and he's impressed. As you know, he's difficult to impress. Hope you can make it!

osmiroid
	11/4/2000: jbeniger
	found an osmiroid 65, england ka pen in an old desk. has a calligraphy nib. does anyone have information about this pen? thanks

Ohio Pen Show
	11/4/2000: Gary Lehrer
	Hi Everyone: Myrna and I are over at the Ohio Pen Show -- and it's GREAT! The ballroom is full and folks are scurrying from table to table buying and selling pens of all ages, shapes and colors. I'm sitting at the Penlover's table where I have a great overview of the whole room. You still have time to get here for the main activity tomorrow (Sunday). We hope to see you here. Gary

Cesare Emiliano NEW fountain pens
	11/4/2000: Giardino Italiano
	At WWW.PENS.IT are available now the Cesare Emiliano's fountain pens, made in solid silver and leather, briar, pearly resin.

Digital camera and others
	11/4/2000: Stephen Lam
	Richard, I have used several digital cameras. My current one is a 3.34 megapixel model. If you want a camera to take pictures for eBay purposes, it is important for you to select one with a macro mode, to take close ups of imprints and nibs. For such purposes, a 1 mega pixel model is good enough. If you want to use it for family snapshots and you like to make reasonably large prints, you need to get more megapixels to get better details. With your budget, I think you have a good numbers of models to choose from in the 1 to 2 megapixel range. Incidentally, I find my flatbed scanner also a very good tool to make pictures of pens for eBay purposes. With a good photo editing software, you can get very good results using even a basic flatbed scanner.

Digital cameras
	11/4/2000: Richard Rosen
	Thanks Andrew for the info on your new digital camera. I've been shopping for a Mavica 73. It's a large bulky camera because it stores the images on a floppy. I understand it's so popular because of its ease of use. It's supposed to be great for close-ups and the cost is now about $475. Any comments, from anyone?

Bohler Pen
	11/3/2000: Dave
	I've got an interesting vest-pocket fountain pen I'm trying to get some more info on. Its a duofold copy, with a pattern in the plastic that looks something like the Parker "televisor" It is a button filler, with a black blind cap. It reads "original Bohler" on the cap, and has a stylized HZ enameled onto the cap tassie. Any ideas? Thanks.

duofold greenwich
	11/3/2000: Michael
	anyone knows how many were produced?

Morgan Brand Mechanical pencil
	11/3/2000: Vic
	I am looking for a repair service for an antique "Morgan" brand mechanical pencil. Any help or referrals ? Vic in Dallas

Digital cameras and pens
	11/3/2000: Andrew J. Gnoza, III
	I just purchased a new Sony Cyber Shot DSC-S70. This is my 3rd digital camera in 5 years ( AGFA e307 and Mavica 7 ) and by far the best of the lot. The S70 is equipped with a 3x, 7 to 21mm Carl Zeiss, Vario-Sonnar lens (equivalent to a 34 to 102mm lens on a 35mm camera). Zeiss optics are noted for their sharpness, and the lens is a significant feature of the camera. Focus can be automatically or manually controlled, with a number of preset distances for you to choose from. A 2x digital telephoto function can be turned on and off through the Record menu and increases the S70's zoom capabilities to 6x. The S70 performs excellent in macro mode as well, with distances ranging from 1.62 inches (4cm) to 8 inches (20cm) - GREAT for taking pictures of pens, nibs and markings in superb detail. Images can be saved as uncompressed TIFF, JPEGs, MPEG1s or GIFs depending on the record mode and are stored on a Memory Stick - with the ability to store close to 1000 images on a 64MB stick! With a price of $629 from www.chaseshop.com it's something to consider. Dr. I's image of a Parker Vac using the S70 at: http://www.gulftel.com/~gnoza/redbox.jpg

Sony Mavica at Columbus
	11/2/2000: Don Lavin
	Hi all. I will be leaving in the early morning for the Columbus Pen Show and I just wanted to post a notice that I will be selling my beloved Sony Mavica 81 at the show. So if you are attending the show and happen to be looking for a great digital camera especially one with macro capabilities for great ebay pics, look me up at the show. This is the last show of the year and is always great fun. Next up will be Philly in January so lets party.

Visconti Manhattan for Sell
	11/2/2000: Rene
	VISCONTI MANHATTAN,TRANSLUCENT RUBY BURGUNDY, MINT CONDITION,NEW NEVER USED,IN LUXURY BOX AND PAPERS,BROAD NIB SIZE, MADE IN FLORENCE,ITALY,LOOKS LIKE THE STYLE OF OLD PARKER VACUMATIC, INK VIEW. U$170 shipping included. Thanks in advice. Rene.

"PEN FAIR"
	11/2/2000: Fred Krinke
	I posted a notice yesterday in regard to our PenFair, but I failed to note our address; it's The Fountain Pen Shop, Inc. 2640 South Myrtle avenue Unit 12, Monrovia, CA our phone is 626-294-9974

kultur pen
	11/2/2000: neil schuster
	does anyone have a source for buying a waterman kultur roller ball? i know they are sold in europe, and i would like to buy one for delivery to the u.s.

parker bros.
	11/2/2000: lilft
	My mother worked for king fastener in north kingstown,RI which was bought by parker brothers pens etc. The company is located in west greenwich,RI Hope this helps some.

Pelikan Book
	11/2/2000: Matthew Donadio
	The Pelikan book has been out of print for a while now. They appear on eBay every once in a while, and forsale at other places. You have a slight chance ordering it through a foreign bookdealer. This is how I bought mine, but I did this about two years ago.

re: Frank
	11/2/2000: Waco Johnny D
	Frank's left this board but still can be found on the Usenet news group alt.collecting.pens-pencils.

Pens for sale
	11/1/2000: Dr. Ron Chastine
	PENS FOR SALE 1. Vintage Sheaffer Lifetime Fountain Pen Cartridge pen set: black with rare 14kt gold 3/8” band around bottom of cap. Looks like slim PFM III. Matching pencil, in original box. Extra fine nib.$80 2. Vintage NOS Sheaffer gray Statesman’s snorkel set in original box. Matching pen and pencil with wide gold bands. Fine nib. $70 SOLD 3. Omas Milford in black. Greek key bands. Medium size. Fine nib. $100 SOLD 4. Vintage Senior Duofold in green. Single band. Barrel has browned Fine nib. $60 SOLD 5. Mont Blanc 146. Two toned 14kt fine nib. $125 6. Visconti Red celluloid Manhattan. Hold a ton of ink. Fine nib. $185 7. Visconti Blond and black celluloid Ragman 18kt fine nib.$115 8. Pelikan 1996 800 Green golf limited edition. 250 Pens USA, 18kt Medium nib. $200 9. Vintage flat top Parker Sterling 75, No.66 14kt nib. $110 SOLD 10. Aurora red Talentum Fountain Pen, Medium 14kt white gold nib. $75 SOLD 11. Waterman Silver cap, black barrel Deluxe Carene fountain pen, 18kt medium nib. $100 12. Montegrappa celluloid black/gray Symphony fountain pen. Sterling silver bands, clip, and ends. Cap screws on barrel when posted. 18kt medium two toned nib. $225

I've Moved, Going to the Ohio Show
	11/1/2000: Dean Tweeddale
	Hi fellow Penlovers… well I’ve done it and have moved across the United States from Cleveland, Ohio to the Seattle, Washington area. Wasn’t an entirely easy task and had to be offline and away from cyberspace for about a week and a half. Now have reconnected and have a whole houseful of moving boxes (486 to be exact). Despite all of that I will be leaving tomorrow for the Ohio Pen Show, this show promises to be one of the best of the year. Lots of great reasons to get to this show even if you have to make last minute plans to get there. Tables are all sold out with collectors and dealers coming from everywhere. A great show to get some of your early Christmas shopping done or to help you make your wish list. PenLovers.net will be online at the show so stop by the table say hi and post a message to those that couldn’t be at the show. Don’t forget to bring your appetites to the Friday night Pizza party brought to you by PenLovers.net. But leave room for the Desert party on Saturday night brought to you by show organizers Terry and Sonya Mawhorter. See all at the Ohio Show. One final note my email address has changed so if applicable please make a note of it. deant@seanet.com . I will be changing the email links on Penlovers site ASAP. Dean Tweeddale

Pens for Sale
	11/1/2000: John Maloney
	Some nice pens for sale: Waterman 52 1/2 V ringtop in red and black ripple hard rubber. Very good color and sharp imprint. Nice flexible nib. No brassing. $50.00. 1950 Parker 51 Flighter set in original presentation box. Near mint condition. Original eraser on pencil and clear aerometric filler.$300.00. Shipping via Priority Mail $5.00. Insurance extra if desired. Seven day refund if not satisfied less shipping charges. eMail to fountainpenguy@hotmail.com. Thanks for your consideration.

Pelikans
	11/1/2000: Marlin523
	Thanks for the info on Pelikan pens. I've tried to search Amazon for the Dittmer/Lehmann book and was unsucessful. Can you tell me where I might purchase a copy of the book?

Frank
	11/1/2000: Dudley Warner
	I just came back to penlovers after about 2 months. I checked the postings but found none from Frank of "DA BOOK" What happened?

"PEN FAIR"
	11/1/2000: Fred Krinke
	We want to invite all of you pen lovers here in Southern California, to our 79th Anniversary PEN FAIR, on Friday November 10th from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and Saturday November 11th from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., Lots of new pens shown by their Rep. along with Vintage pen collectors. Come early-stay late, lots of FREE PARKING

FS: Dupont Orpheo Large Black Lacquer and Palladium fine point
	11/1/2000: David kaplan
	I'm selling a Dupont Orpheo Large Black Lacquer and Palladium fine point. Lays down a beautiful wet line. It's be used a few of times but it is too heavy in my hand. It comes in a beautiful box. It's a beauty. $450.00 Money back if not delighted. Makes a GREAT stocking stuffer. ;) David

Parker 75 website updated
	11/1/2000: Lih-Tah Wong
	Greetings Penlovers! For those of you who are interested in Parker 75s, the update for Nov'00 is now online at www.Parker75.com. Among the additions for this month are: - exploded view of a disassembled 75 FP section - new vermeil prototype - another unknown after-market pattern in an engraved floral motif - thumbnails of all production patterns to speed identification - Bicentennial 75 in the elusive pewter packaging - Commemorative 75 FPs with a space theme Please come by and visit when you have some time. Regards, Lih-Tah

pen sale
	11/1/2000: ALI
	Hello my dear friend .. I have found you in internet .I am searching for companies that they have sale foe pen and stationery . For this case I want you to informe me about your sale and your price and your itemes and give me your complete informaition about your stock. OFFICE ADD:NO:613-PARSIAN,BLD-4/F-CHAHARBAGHBALA,ST-ISFAHAN-IRAN-POSTCODE;8173999341 ADD:NO:133-PARDIS ,BLD -NAVABSAFAVI,ST-ISFAHAN-IRAN-MAZAHERI TRADING ASSOCIATION-FAX;009831367372-TEL:009831240998 With the best regardes Ali Mazaheri /manager

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