Product Description
Type Vintage lever filling fountain pen.
Product Name Taperite "Crusader."
Manufacturer and Year Waterman, made in USA -- circa later 1940s or '50s.
Length 5-1/4".
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac and it's working very well.
Color Grey body with a matte textured gold-colored cap with widely spaced chrome groove rings, and chrome plated trim.
Nib MEDIUM semi-hooded Taperite nib is smooth with nice tipping material. The tip is shaped like a very slight italic. There's a tiny mark on the nib toward the tip of the tines, but it writes very well.
Condition Excellent condition. There are just a few tiny indents along the upper edge of the cap and a tiny chip in the color in one or two of them, as well as a couple small, light scratches. There are just the lightest marks of handwear ont he body, no cracks, and no personalization. The imprint is very crisp and clear. It's fully restored and working well.
