Product Description
Type Collectible Snorkel Filling System Fountain Pen
Product Name PFM III
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer USA -- 1960s
Length 5-3/8"
Filling System The PFM III uses a snorkel filling system. The snorkel works in combination with the Touchdown filling system. Unscrew the knob to extend the snorkel, pull out the piston, immerse the tip of the snorkel in ink, and push the piston down. Wait 10 seconds to allow the bladder to expand and pull the ink in. Then screw the knob to retract the snorkel. No need to wipe ink off of anything. The filling system works well with excellent suction.
Color Green with Gold Filled Trim.
Nib MEDIUM 14k nib. Firm and smooth with excellent tipping material.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a large, substantial pen with executive styling, quite handsome, elegant, and shiny. The White Dot is present and looks good. The clip has some light scratching, but no plating wear and minimal brassing. The cap and barrel have microscratching and some light scratching in places. The wide 3/8" cap band has light scratching and polishing marks, and some brassing along the bottom edge. The imprints are clear.