Product Description
Type Vintage fountain pen
Product Name This is in the Balance family, and it is a Lifetime 875 model (marked on barrel). It was a white dot model, however the cap is an uncommon version with a wide band, and it does not have a white dot..
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer USA mid to late 1936-42 (those were the years they made Balances in this color).
Length Full size, but not oversize in terms of girth. 5-1/2"
Filling System Lever filling system. Restored with a new sac.
Color Brown Striated (shades of brown/gold/tan stripes). Gold plated trim, with a 5/16" wide lined band with a space for personalization. Amber viewing window. Personalized: "John Washington" on the barrel.
Nib Medium two-tone Lifetime nib. Serial number: H70732.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a classically-designed pen in a nice color with great shine. The cap and barrel have light to moderate scratching. The barrel has marks caused by the cap lip as well as a few deep scratches about 1/4" from the threads, just under the cap lip when closed. The viewing window is a deep amber but it can be seen through even though their are some internal marks. The lever has plating wear. The cap band and clip look excellent. This pen is personalized: "John Washington" on the barrel. The imprints are clear.