Product Description
Type Capless fountain pen -- the nib retracts like a ballpoint.
Product Name Vanishing Point.
Manufacturer and Year Namiki (Pilot branded), Japan -- 1980. This nib has a A980 date code, so the pen was made in 1980.
Length 5-3/8"
Filling System Pilot cartridge or converter. A good CON-20 converter is installed.
Color Faceted black with silver colored trim. The black is smooth.
Nib Medium 14k nib is smooth and somewhat firm with lovely tipping material. Marked M. As a note, this era of VP had gold colored nibs.
Condition Very nice condition. The finish is somewhat worn to a matte finish, and there are some marks but no serious scratches that penetrate the finishi. No dents or cracks.