Sheaffer
Sentinel Touchdown
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown Pneumatic Filler
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor surface wear on cap and barrel
Estimated Value
$60 - $120
Era
Vintage 1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown Pneumatic Filler
Body Material
Black Lucite / Plastic
Trim Material
Chrome-Plated / Stainless Steel Cap
Color / Pattern
Brushed Chrome Cap with Black Barrel
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Spring-loaded tubular clip with Sheaffer hallmark imprint
Barrel Shape
Tapered Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Triumph Nib
Nib Condition
Good condition with proper alignment and smooth tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 5.2 inches capped, 4.8 inches uncapped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight with balanced metal cap
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor surface wear on cap and barrel
Filling System Condition
Requires new O-ring and sac/seal replacement to be fully operational
Estimated Value
$60 - $120
Special Features
Features the iconic wrap-around Triumph nib and metal Sentinel cap
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink
Care Recommendations
Flush thoroughly with cool water before storage; replace pneumatic seals periodically
Interesting Facts
The Touchdown filling mechanism was introduced by Sheaffer in 1949 as a reliable pneumatic filling system that required no manual sac squeezing
Overall Assessment
A classic mid-century vintage Sheaffer pen that represents robust engineering and timeless design, making it an excellent daily writer once restored