Penman
Unknown Vintage Red Hard Rubber Fountain Pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with typical surface wear and brassing
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Era
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Red Hard Rubber (Ebonite)
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Red / Carmine
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Clips with PENMAN and USA stamped vertically
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Inlaid / Triumph-style Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition, well-aligned with good tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130mm capped, 120mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approx 15-20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with typical surface wear and brassing
Filling System Condition
Requires restoration (new sac needed)
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Special Features
Distinctive inlaid nib design resembling Sheaffer Triumph style paired with a unique Penman USA clip
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable dye-based fountain pen inks
Care Recommendations
Avoid soaking hard rubber in hot water to prevent discoloration; keep out of direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Penman was a lesser-known American brand that produced pens utilizing unique design elements borrowed from major manufacturers of the era
Overall Assessment
An interesting vintage American lever filler with an unusual nib and clip configuration, making it a great piece for a vintage pen collector willing to restore the filling system