Sheaffer
Triumph Valiant or similar Touchdown / Vacuum-fil era pen with Triumph nib
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Pneumatic / Touchdown Filler
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of wear
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Era
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Pneumatic / Touchdown Filler
Body Material
Celluloid / Lustroid plastic
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Black
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Sheaffer White Dot clip
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Triumph Nib (Conical, Rigid)
Nib Condition
Good, clean, well-aligned Triumph nib
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 13 cm capped, 12 cm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of wear
Filling System Condition
Requires new O-ring seals / restoration for full functionality
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Special Features
Distinctive conical Sheaffer Triumph nib and White Dot clip
Ink Recommendations
Standard high-quality fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Flush with clean water regularly; avoid staining inks; service pneumatic seals carefully
Interesting Facts
Sheaffer's Triumph nib was engineered to withstand heavy writing pressure and provide a smooth, unique writing angle.
Overall Assessment
A classic vintage Sheaffer fountain pen featuring the iconic conical Triumph nib, highly collectible and a strong daily writer once restored.