Product Description
Type Classic style fountain pen
Product Name We are judging this to be the older style faceted Paragon pen, aka 557/F "Black", though it is not marked. (The 557 refers to the length and F refers to the facets.)
Manufacturer and Year Omas, Italy -- probably dating from the 1980s or 1990s. Older style non-roller clip.
Length 5-5/8" -- this was the largest pen at the time and considered a Paragon model. It is smaller than the current Paragons which debuted in 2005, and a bit bigger than the current Milords.
Filling System Piston filler has been checked and is working well
Color A black barrel and cap made of natural cotton resin. The barrel and cap have gold trim and are 12-faceted. The barrel is labeled, "Omas Extra."
Nib 18k Medium Cursive Italic. The nib is labeled B for broad but due to the nib cut it is now narrower. This is a smooth writer with good line variation. See the writing sample below.
Condition Near mint condition. There is one small mark on the barrel near the blind cap and another small mark at the top of the cap. There is minimal handwear on the cap and no handwear on the barrel. Fully guaranteed.
