Product Description
Type Vintage fountain pen with the unique snorkel filling system.
Product Name Sentinel Snorkel
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA - 1952-59
Length 5-9/16"
Filling System Snorkel filler. We've restored it with a new sac, O-ring, and point gasket and it's working perfectly. The original instructions for filling the pen are included.
Color "Peacock Blue" is a bright almost turquoise blue, and is one the 6 hard to find snorkel colors. The Sentinel configuration dictates a colored body with a stainless steel cap and gold plated trim. The cap has a pattern of lines in it.
Nib FINE two tone 14k Triumph style nib marked F5. It's firm, with the slight up-turn on the tip and it's quite smooth with great tipping material. Original nib size sticker is also on the section.
Condition Superior condition. Hardly any scratches or wear on the barrel and cap. Pen still has sticker that indicates nib width as fine. No cracks or chips, dings or dents, brassing or plating wear, or personalization. It's fully restored and working very well. Imprint is crisp and deep. Ships in a vintage Sheaffer's paper box, with the original filling instructions. The box corners are split.