Product Description
Type Vintage Fountain Pen
Product Name Waterman 52, as labeled on the bottom of the pen.
Manufacturer and Year Waterman, USA -- 1920s.
Length 5-3/8"
Filling System Lever Filler, it has been restored with a new sac and it's working well.
Color Black chased hard rubber (BCHR) with nickel trim.
Nib The nib is marked Waterman's Ideal. It is flexible and varies from fine to broad. It is nicely flexible with a good ink flow, not quite what we'd call full flex but definitely wet and smooth. The tines spread quite easily. See the writing sample below.
Condition Excellent condition. No cracks or chips. There is pitting damage on the cap band (see photograph). The chasing is a little worn on the barrel but like new on the cap. The barrel has some microscratches. The imprint is faded but it's still relatively easy to read with the naked eye and with the right lighting.