Arnold

Unknown Vintage Model

Fountain Pen

Arnold Unknown Vintage Model

Filling System

Lever Filler

Condition

Good vintage condition with minor wear on trim and discoloration consistent with age

Estimated Value

$30 - $75

Era

Vintage 1940s-1950s

Pen Specifications

Pen Type

Fountain Pen

Filling System

Lever Filler

Body Material

Celluloid / Plastic

Trim Material

Gold-Plated

Color / Pattern

Maroon cap with grey/greenish barrel and multi-ring gold cap band

Cap Type

Screw Cap

Clip Design

Art Deco style clip with raised lettering reading ARNOLD

Barrel Shape

Cigar-Shaped / Tapered

Nib Details

Nib Material

Gold-Plated Steel

Nib Size

Medium

Nib Type

Standard

Nib Condition

Good condition, aligned tipping, minor surface wear

Dimensions

Size / Dimensions

Approximately 130mm capped, standard vintage pocket to full size profile

Weight Estimate

Lightweight, around 15-20 grams

Heritage & Origin

Era / Period

Vintage 1940s-1950s

Country of Origin

USA

Rarity

Uncommon

Condition & Value

Overall Condition

Good vintage condition with minor wear on trim and discoloration consistent with age

Filling System Condition

Requires new ink sac/restoration to be fully operational

Estimated Value

$30 - $75

Special Features

Distinctive branded clip reading 'ARNOLD' and vintage two-tone color scheme

Ink Recommendations

Standard dye-based fountain pen inks such as Waterman Serenity Blue

Care Recommendations

Handle with care due to age of celluloid material, avoid soaking vintage bodies, and ensure regular sac maintenance

Interesting Facts

Arnold was one of the many second-tier American fountain pen manufacturers that produced affordable pens during the golden age of fountain pens

Overall Assessment

A charming and collectible piece of vintage Americana, perfect for restoration hobbyists and collectors of second-tier vintage pens

Identified on October 6, 2026