Product Description
Type Restored fountain pen
Product Name Vacumatic Major
Manufacturer and Year Parker, USA -- 1938 (The date code is a clear 8 with one dot which could be 1938 or 1948, however the filling system and double jewels place it from 1938).
Length 5-5/16"
Filling System The filling system has been restored by us with a new diaphragm, and it has been tested. (We will guarantee the filling system for one year from purchase.) This is the aluminum speedline version.
Color Laminated black body with alternating black and semi-transparent amber bands. It has black jewels in the cap and blidn cap. The cap band has a chevron pattern.
Nib FINE. 14k nib is in excellent condition with lots of tipping material. The silver-colored masking on the nib is subtle due to wear. The nib is in good condition.
Condition Excellent + condition. The cap jewels are perfect and the trim is very good with light brassing. The imprint is clear. There's some light scratching on the cap and some handwear on the barrel. No cracks, dents, or major scratches. The barrel transparency is great.