Waterman
C/F (Cartridge/Filler)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Condition
Good vintage condition with normal micro-scratching and minor wear
Estimated Value
$75 - $150
Era
Vintage 1950s - 1960s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Body Material
Plastic / Metal
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Gold-Filled cap with black plastic barrel ends
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Classic Waterman sprung clip with engraved branding
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Good, clean, appears well-aligned with proper tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Standard vintage size, approx. 135 mm capped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s - 1960s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with normal micro-scratching and minor wear
Filling System Condition
Requires vintage C/F cartridges or a converted/refilled alternative as original cartridges are scarce
Estimated Value
$75 - $150
Special Features
Pioneering design that introduced the proprietary plastic ink cartridge system to Waterman
Ink Recommendations
Standard fountain pen inks using a syringe to refill old C/F cartridges
Care Recommendations
Handle with care due to fragile and hard-to-find proprietary cartridge requirements, clean gently
Interesting Facts
The Waterman C/F (which stood for Cartridge Filling) was launched in 1953 and revolutionized the brand by introducing modern ink cartridges, though it initially struggled due to proprietary cartridge monopolies.
Overall Assessment
A classic and historically significant mid-century Waterman pen that represents the transition into modern cartridge-based writing instruments.