Sheaffer
Triumph Crest (Deluxe series variant)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown or Snorkel (Likely Touchdown based on era and proportion)
Condition
Good to Very Good (Visible light surface scratches and oxidation)
Estimated Value
$80 - $150 USD (Depends on internal restoration status)
Era
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown or Snorkel (Likely Touchdown based on era and proportion)
Body Material
Metal (Gold-Filled)
Trim Material
Gold-Filled
Color / Pattern
Gold-Filled with vertical pinstripe (Linear pattern)
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
High-mounted, gold-filled Sheaffer clip (Short variety)
Barrel Shape
Torpedo/Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Conical Triumph Nib
Nib Condition
Untested (Conical design is historically very rigid and durable)
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 5.3 inches (135 mm) capped
Weight Estimate
20-25 grams; well-balanced when posted
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon (The all-gold-filled versions with specific engravings like 'CONTINENTAL LIFE' are harder to find)
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good to Very Good (Visible light surface scratches and oxidation)
Filling System Condition
Likely requires restoration (Standard for vintage pneumatic fillers)
Estimated Value
$80 - $150 USD (Depends on internal restoration status)
Special Features
Features a personalized/corporate engraving 'CONTINENTAL LIFE' on the barrel.
Ink Recommendations
Waterman Serenity Blue or Sheaffer Skrip Blue-Black (pH neutral inks)
Care Recommendations
Professional restoration of internal O-rings and sac is recommended before use. Avoid modern highly acidic inks.
Interesting Facts
The Conical Triumph nib was Sheaffer's response to the hooded nib of the Parker 51, offering a large surface area for heat regulation and stability.
Overall Assessment
A classic American-made vintage writing instrument representing the peak of mid-century Sheaffer engineering. The gold-filled finish and conical nib provide a sophisticated aesthetic and a unique writing experience.