Sheaffer Cadet Fountain Pen (1953-63) - Blue, Tip Dip, Fine F1 Steel Nib (Excellent, Restored)

Type  Fountain pen

Product Name  Cadet Tip-Dip

Manufacturer and Year  Sheaffer USA - this model ran from about 1952 to '63, but at some point they changed their design to have a section which matched the color of the body. Before that, all sections on these pens were black.  This one is uni-color.

Length  5-1/4"

Filling System  The pen has "Tip-Dip" filling system, which is a lot like a touchdown system, and we'll include instructions on its use. It has been restored and is working well.

Color  Blue  with chrome plated trim.

Nib  FINE Sheaffer's F1 steel nib. 

Condition  Excellent condition, with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings.  The cap and barrel have light to moderate scratching.  The barrel has a few small deep scratches on the blind cap.  The cap has areas of small hash mark scratching near the clip.  The cap band has quite a bit of plating wear that is splotchy.  The clip looks great.  The imprints are clear.