Product Description
Type Vintage lever filling fountain pen, restored and working well.
Product Name Balance 3-25 "Petite" (this was the smallest of the many Balance sizes).
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA -- 1929-31 based on the clip style.
Length Just under 4-1/8 inches.
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac and it's working very well.
Color Black body and cap with gold plated trim, a single cap band, and a long round ball humped style clip.
Nib FINE Sheaffer 3-25 gold nib is smooth and firm with lovely tipping material.
Condition Excellent condition. No cracks or chips, dings, dents, or personalization. There's brassing around the ball end of the clip. The cap band has some tiny dots of plating wear, and a bit of brassing along the upper edge. The cap and barrel have moderate scratching. There are small heavy scratches near the end of the barrel. The imprint is very clear and readable. The pen has been fully restored and it's working very well.
