Product Description
Type Vintage lever filling fountain pen with a flexible nib, restored and working well.
Product Name Self-Filling (aka "Flat Top") #3S size pen. It has a #3 nib.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA - 1918-21.
Length 4-3/8"
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac and it's working very well.
Color Black chased hard rubber (discolored to dark brown) with silver colored trim (possibly nickel).
Nib FLEXIBLE FINE gold Sheaffer's #3. See writing sample below.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a small classically designed pen. The chasing is still distinct. The color has faded slightly to a dark brown. The cap and barrel have only light scratching. The lever is scratched and has a bit of pitting along the top edge. The clip has pitting in the very center of the ball and plating wear around the top edge. The imprint is nice and clear.