Product Description
Type Fountain pen
Product Name Aska National
Manufacturer and Year Swiss made - c. 1946 (there is a 46 etched just above the blind cap, so we are thinking that might be a date).
Length 4-3/4"
Filling System Piston-filler. Restored with a new cork seal here at PSP.
Color Grey and taupe ringed pattern with purposeful irregular patterning. Black band at the blind cap. Gold plated trim. 1" amber viewing window.
Nib MEDIUM FLEXIBLE 14K ASKA nib with a bit of an italic/stub cut. Please see writing sample. There is an "M" stamped just above the blind cap.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a smooth,, shiny fountain pen with mesmerizing patterning based on a ringed design. The barrel has light to moderate scratching with a tad of chipping along the bottom edge of the blind cap. The cap has light scratching. The cap band has brassing, some microscration and a bit of plating wear. The clip has moderate scratching, plating wear and brassing, especially along the side pieces. All imprints are clear.