Product Description
Type Vintage lever filling oversized fountain pen.
Product Name Balance Lifetime (this is an oversized model and relatively fat).
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA -- 1929-30, flat ball clip.
Length 5-1/2".
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac and it's working perfectly.
Color Ebony with floating Mother of Pearl pieces and with gold plated trim. The cap band is 1/8" wide.
Nib FINE 14k gold Lifetime nib, verging on the medium. It says Sheaffer Lifetime on it and is two- tone with serial number 4428870.
Condition Excellent + condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is an oversized pen with a gorgeous color pattern that is very desirable. The barrel and cap have only light wear. The cap band has some brassing, and there's a small amount at the very top of the clip. The lever has some scratching. The white dot is perfect. The imprints are clear.