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(3) Vintage Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pens
(3) Vintage Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pens
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Description
For your consideration is a lot of (3) vintage Waterman's fountain pens. Included in this auction is:

1. Waterman's '3V' lever-filled fountain pen from the 1930's. This pen is in the gray-brown coloration with nickel trim. Pen is labeled on the bottom of the barrel and the side of the barrel is marked "Waterman's Ideal / U.S. Pat. Office / Made in U.S.A. / Fountain Pen". The pen measures just over 4 1/8" in length when capped. Lever works as it should but bladder will need replacement. Nib is marked "Waranteed 14K Nc3". Slight oxidation to metal components noted but in overall good condition with only normal wear for age and from appropriate use. No bite marks.

2. Waterman's '92V' lever-filled fountain pen in magenta marble coloration and with gold tone hardware. Then is labeled on bottom of barrel '92V' and dates to the 1930's. The side of the barrel is marked "Waterman's Ideal / U.S. Pat. Office / Made in U.S.A. / Fountain Pen". The pen measures4 1/4" in length when capped. Lever works as it should though it is impeded by dried ink bladder (needs to be replaced). metal shows some light oxidation. Nib is marked "Waterman's Ideal Reg. U.S. Pat. Off.". IN overall good condition with no heavy wear to body.

3. Early example of Waterman's 'Crusader' (517) lever-filled fountain pen with uncolored cap and incised band decoration. The pen measures 5" in length when capped and is marked on its body "Waterman's Made in U.S.A.". The clip is marked with maker's name. Lever works as it should though partially impeded by dried ink bladder that needs replacing. Nib marked "esterbrook 1550 Made in USA" (a likely replacement). A rare example.

Provenance: From the private collection of Carol & Randy Jinkins.

Keywords: writing penmanship calligraphy cursive quill utensil office desk accessory vintage antique
Condition
Please refer to listing for more information condition and to pictures to make your own classification of writing utensils. All pens in good condition but need some light refurbishing (replacing ink bladders, etc). Wear consistent with age and use. Some details of condition have been supplied but pens have not been tested.
Dimensions
5 x 1 x 1 in
Weight
3.5 oz
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(3) Vintage Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pens

Estimate $75 - $150
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Starting Price $20
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