Sheaffer
Sentinel Deluxe (Touchdown filling system)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown Filler
Condition
Very Good to Excellent
Estimated Value
$75 - $150
Era
Vintage 1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Touchdown Filler
Body Material
Injection-molded plastic (Lucite/Polystyrene)
Trim Material
Chrome-plated or stainless steel cap
Color / Pattern
Forest Green body with polished metal cap
Cap Type
Snap Cap
Clip Design
Sheaffer trademark spring-loaded clip with white dot
Barrel Shape
Tapered torpedo-shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Clean, well-aligned tines with intact tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approx. 132 mm capped, 120 mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Approx. 20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good to Excellent
Filling System Condition
Requires new sac/o-ring seals for full restoration
Estimated Value
$75 - $150
Special Features
Touchdown pneumatic filling system and classic open 14K nib
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks (avoid heavy shimmer or permanent iron-gall inks)
Care Recommendations
Flush thoroughly with cool water; replace pneumatic seals periodically; store away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
The Touchdown filling system was introduced by Sheaffer in 1949 as a reliable, fast pneumatic filling mechanism that creates a partial vacuum to fill the ink sac instantly.
Overall Assessment
A classic mid-century vintage Sheaffer set featuring the iconic Touchdown filling mechanism and gorgeous forest green body paired with a lustrous metal cap.