Wahl-Eversharp
Fifth Avenue or Skyline-adjacent Vintage Lever-Fill Pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Fair to Good. Shows noticeable brassing on the gold-filled cap, wear marks, and age-related oxidation.
Estimated Value
$50 - $120 depending on functionality and restoration status
Era
Vintage 1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Celluloid / Plastic
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Dark Green / Forest Green Barrel with Gold-Filled Cap
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Classic Eversharp roller clip style with engraved brand name
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped / Tapered
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Appears intact and aligned, showing typical vintage gold oxidation that requires cleaning.
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130mm capped, 120mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, around 18-22 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Fair to Good. Shows noticeable brassing on the gold-filled cap, wear marks, and age-related oxidation.
Filling System Condition
Likely requires a new sac and restoration as the rubber sac degrades over decades.
Estimated Value
$50 - $120 depending on functionality and restoration status
Special Features
Features a hooded or semi-hooded nib style and a contrasting metal cap paired with a colored celluloid body, characteristic of mid-1940s wartime and post-war design trends.
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink, avoiding harsh iron gall inks due to vintage metal components.
Care Recommendations
Professional restoration of the internal sac is required. Store away from direct sunlight, clean gently with lukewarm water, and avoid soaking vintage celluloid.
Interesting Facts
Wahl-Eversharp was one of the major American writing instrument giants during the golden age of fountain pens, fiercely competing with Parker, Sheaffer, and Waterman before declining in the 1950s.
Overall Assessment
A charming and classic piece of American pen-making history from the 1940s. While showing significant cosmetic wear and brassing on the cap, it represents a worthy restoration project for vintage pen enthusiasts.