Wahl-Eversharp
Deco Band or Doric-era metal overlay pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with some brassing and patina commensurate with age
Estimated Value
$150 - $350 depending on exact model and nib flexibility
Era
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Metal / Gold-Filled over Ebonite or Plastic
Trim Material
Gold-Filled
Color / Pattern
Gold-filled with intricate barleycorn or guilloche engraving and black hard rubber ends
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Roller clip characteristic of Eversharp vintage pens
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with tapered ends
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Flexible
Nib Condition
Appears intact, likely requires inspection for tipping and tine alignment
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130 mm capped, 120 mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight due to metal overlay, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1920s-1930s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with some brassing and patina commensurate with age
Filling System Condition
Requires new ink sac replacement to be fully operational
Estimated Value
$150 - $350 depending on exact model and nib flexibility
Special Features
Full metal gold-filled chased overlay with distinctive roller clip
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable vintage-safe fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Store in a dry place, replace the latex ink sac professionally, avoid harsh chemical polishes on the gold fill
Interesting Facts
Wahl-Eversharp was renowned for its mechanical pencils before entering the fountain pen market with highly ornate metal and celluloid designs
Overall Assessment
A classic and collectible vintage American fountain pen from the golden age of writing instruments, highly prized by vintage flex enthusiasts