Product Description
Type Vintage lever filling fountain pen.
Product Name Esterbrook J Pen.
Manufacturer and Year Esterbrook, made in USA -- 1950s.
Length 5-1/16".
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac and it's working very well.
Color Pearlescent green-gray with black jewels on either end and steel trim. We're not sure if this was originally Foliage Green or Pearl Gray. The color is very even, though it's a little greener in the threads, so it was probably originally green.
Nib #9555 Greg Shorthand Fine Firm steel nib with nice tipping material and feed. The 9000 series of nibs have iridium tipping. The 9555 nib is cataloged as Firm Fine for Gregg Shorthand.
Condition Excellent condition. There are some marks on the lever and the section is a little brown and also has a slightly dull appearance from handwear. The cap has several marks and one scratch above the cap bands. The barrel imprint is clear. No cracks, chips, dents, or personalization. We've restored the pen and it's working very well.
