Product Description
Type lever filler fountain pen
Product Name "Swan" S.F.1 (written on the cap and section).
Manufacturer and Year Mabie Todd Swan, England, 1920s-30s
Length 5-1/8"
Filling System Lever filler, restored with a new sac
Color Black chased hard rubber. The chasing is still very noticeable. The pen as a whole has lightened to look like a dark brown. The pen never had a clip and the lever is gold plated.
Nib 14k "Swan 1" nib. It is a springy fine and semi-flexible. The feeds says, "Swan MI" and the end of the barrel imprint says it's a medium, but we do consider this a fine. See writing sample below.
Condition Excellent Condition. Though the discoloration in the pen varies a bit it's relatively consistent and the pen is a nice dark brownish black The imprint at the end of the barrel is a little worn but readable. The chasing is still there. The lever has significant plating wear. No cracks or chips.