Product Description
Type Lever-fill fountain pen
Product Name Stalwart is the name you see on the larger size of this pen in late 1940s ads, and this smaller size they called the "Starlet."
Manufacturer and Year Waterman, USA - late 1940s
Length 4-5/8"
Filling System Lever-filler. We have replaced the sac and tested the system, and it's working well.
Color Gray marbled, with gold-plated trim, and one thin cap band.
Nib 14k nib is marked "Watermans IDEAL 14k" and is medium-fine and semi-flexible. It gives line variation from fine to broad. See writing sample below.
Condition Excellent condition. The barrel and cap have microscratching and handwear. There is a mark on the cap, just to the right of the open end of the clip. The clip has brassing and plating wear along the sides. The top rivet has brassing around the edges. The cap band has a bit of brassing. The color is really nice, very consistent all over. The lever housing has brassing on one of the ends. The nib is in excellent condition with good tipping material. The barrel imprint looks good and is easily readable.