Unknown / Generic Maker (Possibly Japanese or American Export)
New Fountain Pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Eyedropper or Slip-On Bulb / Button Filler
Condition
Fair to Good, showing brassing on trim and surface wear on ebonite
Estimated Value
$30 - $80
Era
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Eyedropper or Slip-On Bulb / Button Filler
Body Material
Hard Rubber / Ebonite
Trim Material
Gold-Plated Brass
Color / Pattern
Black
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Stamped metal clip reading 'NEW FOUNTAIN PEN'
Barrel Shape
Tapered / Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
Steel or Gold-Plated (Unconfirmed)
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Not fully visible in frame, likely requires cleaning and minor tuning
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130mm capped, standard vintage pocket size
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, typical of vintage ebonite pens
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Country of Origin
Japan or USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Fair to Good, showing brassing on trim and surface wear on ebonite
Filling System Condition
Untested, requires new sac or seals depending on exact mechanism
Estimated Value
$30 - $80
Special Features
Distinctive branded clip reading 'NEW FOUNTAIN PEN'
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable dye-based fountain pen inks
Care Recommendations
Avoid harsh solvents, keep out of direct sunlight to prevent ebonite discoloration, handle vintage materials with care
Interesting Facts
Many early 20th-century manufacturers used generic or descriptive brand names stamped directly onto clips for export markets.
Overall Assessment
A charming vintage ebonite pen featuring a classic period-appropriate clip, ideal for vintage pen restorers and collectors of early writing instruments.