Product Description
Type Vac-Fil vintage fountain pen, restored and working well.
Product Name This pen is from the Balance series, with one of the uncataloged, so-called Jeweler's bands models. It does not have a number, and is not a Lifetime (White Dot) model.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA -- 1939-42.
Length 5-5/16 inches.
Filling System Vac-fill. We've restored it and it's working well.
Color Carmine Striated finish with gold plated trim, a lined "jeweler's" band and a flat ball humped style clip.
Nib FINE Sheaffer's #3 14k gold nib is fairly smooth with nice tipping material.
Condition Excellent + condition. Handwear all over, but no significant scratches. The clip is in great shape, no brassing or plating wear except for a small bit at the end of the clip. A couple of small spots of plating wear on the bottom edge of the jeweler's band. The pen looks nice, very clean and shiny, with lovely barrel clarity and a very crisp imprint. No cracks or chips, dings, dents, or personalization. The pen has been fully restored and it's working well.