Mabie Todd & Co.
Swallow
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor wear and oxidation typical of age
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Era
Vintage 1920s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Hard Rubber (Ebonite)
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Black
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Standard vintage ball-end clip
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition with good tipping and flexible tines
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 125mm capped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approx 15g
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1920s
Country of Origin
USA / UK
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with minor wear and oxidation typical of age
Filling System Condition
Requires new sac replacement to be fully operational
Estimated Value
$100 - $250
Special Features
Features the historic Mabie Todd Swallow sub-brand imprint and patent date May 21-18
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks
Care Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent ebonite discoloration; use a professional sac replacement
Interesting Facts
Mabie Todd was originally a New York gold pen maker before expanding heavily into London, producing legendary flexible nibs under brands like Swan and Swallow
Overall Assessment
A charming and collectible vintage sub-brand pen from Mabie Todd featuring a patent date from 1918, highly desirable for its potential nib flexibility once restored