Product Description
Type Fountain Pen
Product Name 96 (marked on the end of the barrel)
Manufacturer and Year The Moore Pen Co., made in USA -- 1930s.
Length 5-1/8" and quite fat.
Filling System Lever filler - restored with a new sac.
Color Black and pearl celluloid with gold filled trim. Black section.
Nib Medium-Broad 14k Moore #3 nib. Firm, no flex. Small crack on the lower left side of the nib as it enters the section. This crack is very stable and since the nib does not require or benefit from pressure, it should not cause any problems, however the nib should not be pulled. (See close-up below.)
Condition Superior condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a striking, shiny pen in a classic design with a deep and rich color. The barrel and cap are very smooth and shiny. The cap band and lever have light plating wear, but no brassing. The imprints are clear.