Product Description
Type Fountain pen working well.
Product Name Balance Autograph. "Autograph" was the model with 14k clip and band, and the owner's signature could be engraved on the band (which is the case with this pen).
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA, early 1930s. This version of the long humped clip was introduced circa 1930.
Length 5-3/8 inches
Filling System Lever Filler.
Color Black with 14k gold trim and 5/16 inch wide cap band. The cap band is engraved, "Jack Hands".
Nib MEDIUM Sheaffer's Lifetime two-tone gold nib is fairly smooth and firm with nice tipping material. Serial number 4096765.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks. This is a large, shiny, velvety black pen with gorgeous gold trim. The barrel has marks caused by the cap lip and a few scratches. The cap has more wear than the barrel, but still appears shiny. The cap band has micro-scratching. A feature of the Autograph pens was the actual signature of the owner etched on the band and this pen is personalized, "Jack Hands". The clip has some tiny scratch marks on the face. The white dot is a cream color. The imprints are crystal clear.