Waterman
Safety Pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Eyedropper (Safety mechanism)
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with some fading to the hard rubber
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD
Era
Vintage 1910s-1920s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Eyedropper (Safety mechanism)
Body Material
Hard Rubber (HR)
Trim Material
Gold-Filled
Color / Pattern
Chased Black Hard Rubber
Cap Type
Screw Cap (Safety)
Clip Design
Ring Top for ribbon or chatelaine
Barrel Shape
Tapered Flat-Top
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Flexible
Nib Condition
Excellent, well-aligned tipping with strong flex characteristics
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 120 mm capped
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15g
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1910s-1920s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with some fading to the hard rubber
Filling System Condition
Requires new cork seal to be fully functional as a safety pen
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD
Special Features
Retractable nib mechanism operated by a spiral screw inside the barrel
Ink Recommendations
Standard washable dye-based inks
Care Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight and heat to prevent hard rubber discoloration; lubricate internal spiral mechanism periodically
Interesting Facts
Safety pens feature a mechanism where the nib retracts completely into the barrel, sealing the ink inside like a vial when stored upright
Overall Assessment
A classic early 20th-century Waterman safety pen showcasing remarkable mechanical ingenuity and iconic chased hard rubber craftsmanship