Product Description
Type Cartridge/Converter filling fountain pen, working well.
Product Name Targa -- model 1003 (early version, with the black derby).
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA -- this version of this model was made 1980-88.
Length 5-3/8 inches.
Filling System You can use bottled ink via the included squeeze converter, or it takes Sheaffer cartridges. There are two original Skrip cartridges underneath the platform, though they appear largely dried up.
Color Matte black with gold plated trim and a black cap-crown, indicating that this is the early version of the model. It has gold plated end pieces.
Nib MEDIUM 14k gold nib is smooth with nice tipping material.
Condition Excellent + condition, in box with paperwork. It's not new, but there are no scratches, chips, dents, or cracks. The plating has minimal markings. The matte finish looks great, with just a few shiny spots about 2/3 of the way down the barrel. White Dot is present and perfect.