W.A. Sheaffer Pen Co.
Tuckaway (Vacuum-Fill)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler (Lifetime Triumph Vacuum-Fil)
Condition
Fair to Good. Shows signs of aging, brassing on the metal components, and discoloration or ink staining near the grip section.
Estimated Value
$50 - $150 depending on restoration status and nib presence.
Era
Vintage 1940s (World War II era)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler (Lifetime Triumph Vacuum-Fil)
Body Material
Celluloid (Vac-Fil barrel)
Trim Material
Gold-Plated or Palladium-Masked
Color / Pattern
Cordovan Brown (Burgundy)
Cap Type
Slip Cap / Clutch Cap (designed to clip inside pocket)
Clip Design
Short, sturdy pocket clip characteristic of the Tuckaway line, mounted at the very top of the cap.
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with tapered blind cap protecting the plunger rod.
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Triumph Conical Nib
Nib Condition
Nib is obscured or missing the gold conical wrap in this view, showing only the feed/inner assembly (often requiring restoration).
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Capped approximately 4.25 inches (108 mm), making it a compact pocket pen.
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15-20 grams, well-balanced for pocket carry.
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s (World War II era)
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Fair to Good. Shows signs of aging, brassing on the metal components, and discoloration or ink staining near the grip section.
Filling System Condition
Non-functional in current state; requires replacement of the packing seal and plunger gasket typical of Sheaffer vacuum fillers.
Estimated Value
$50 - $150 depending on restoration status and nib presence.
Special Features
Short 'Tuckaway' length engineered specifically to fit safely into men's or women's shirt and vest pockets without protruding.
Ink Recommendations
Standard vintage-safe dye-based inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink.
Care Recommendations
Requires professional vacuum-filler restoration before use. Do not use modern iron-gall or pigmented inks.
Interesting Facts
Sheaffer introduced the Tuckaway during WWII when metal restrictions and changing fashion favored shorter, highly secure pocket pens.
Overall Assessment
A classic mid-1940s Sheaffer Tuckaway vacuum-filler in Cordovan Brown that serves as a rewarding restoration project for vintage pen enthusiasts.