Waterman
Safety Pen / Common 1920s Safety Model
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Safety Filler
Condition
Good Vintage Condition with some discoloration (oxidation/browning typical of old ebonite) and crisp chasing.
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD depending on operational status and exact nib flex.
Era
1920s Vintage
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Safety Filler
Body Material
Ebonite
Trim Material
None / Ebonite Cap Ring & Ring Top
Color / Pattern
Olive-Brown Chased Hard Rubber (Ripple/Chevron Pattern)
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Ring Top (No Clip Attached)
Barrel Shape
Flat-Top Tapered
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Flexible
Nib Condition
Good, showing proper alignment and flexibility with intact tipping.
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 120 mm capped, 110 mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, around 15-20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
1920s Vintage
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good Vintage Condition with some discoloration (oxidation/browning typical of old ebonite) and crisp chasing.
Filling System Condition
Requires internal cork seal replacement and spiral mechanism check to be fully operational.
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD depending on operational status and exact nib flex.
Special Features
Retractable nib safety mechanism with inner spiral helix rod and characteristic chased ripple/chevron hard rubber pattern.
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable dye-based fountain pen inks (avoid permanent, iron-gall, or pigment inks which can damage vintage internals).
Care Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight and UV light to prevent further ebonite discoloration. Do not soak the entire pen; lubricate internal cork seals with appropriate silicone grease.
Interesting Facts
Waterman safety pens use a mechanism where the nib extends and retracts through a watertight seal, functioning like a dropper pen when extended but completely sealed when retracted.
Overall Assessment
A charming and historically significant 1920s vintage Waterman safety pen in chased hard rubber, highly desirable for vintage collectors once fully restored.