Conklin
Endura (or similar vintage button-filler model with 'CONKLIN' stamped clip)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Button Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor discoloration typical of vintage pearl celluloid
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 depending on restoration state
Era
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Button Filler
Body Material
Celluloid / Casein (Pearl and Black / Marble pattern)
Trim Material
Nickel-plated or Chrome-plated (or Gold-plated depending on wear)
Color / Pattern
Black and Pearl Marble Striped
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Vintage long metal clip engraved with brand name vertically
Barrel Shape
Flat-Top / Slightly Tapered Ends
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine to Medium
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Appears well-aligned with good tipping intact
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130mm capped, 118mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15-20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with minor discoloration typical of vintage pearl celluloid
Filling System Condition
Requires new sac for the button filler mechanism to be fully operational
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 depending on restoration state
Special Features
Classic vintage marbled celluloid pattern with branded clip
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks, avoid highly saturated or permanent pigmented inks
Care Recommendations
Store away from direct sunlight and heat to preserve celluloid stability; handle the vintage button filler with care
Interesting Facts
Conklin was famous for pioneering self-filling pens, most notably the Crescent Filler, before adopting button and lever filling systems in later models.
Overall Assessment
A charming and collectible vintage American fountain pen representing the classic flat-top era of the late 1920s.