Product Description
Type Vintage fountain pen
Product Name Balance 5-30. $5.30 was the price, so you see this imprint on pens from various product lines and in different sizes.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA -- 1931-33, based off of the long round ball humped clip
Length 5-1/4 inches.
Filling System Lever-filler, working perfectly with a new sac.
Color Black and pearl celluloid. Gold plated trim and a 1/8-inch wide cap band.
Nib FINE 5-30 gold nib is in excellent condition with a lot of tipping material. Firm and smooth.
Condition Superior condition. No cracks, chips, dings, dents, or personalization. Slight handwear, and the pearl sections have ambered a bit, but it's overall in lovely shape. The trim is great, no brassing. Imprint is clear.