Product Description
Type Special edition fountain pen w 18k nib
Product Name Sheaffer's name for this product line was Balance II. It was a revival of the Balance pens of the 1930s. Model #878.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer USA - this special edition came out in 1999
Length 5-3/4"
Filling System Sheaffer converter (included), or you can use Sheaffer cartridges (not included)
Color Beautiful marbled blue and brown aka "Aspen Glow". Gold plated trim.
Nib FINE Sheaffer Feather Touch 18k Nib.
Condition Excellent condition. We've come to expect cracks in this material, so we examine them very closely, and this was no exception. The barrel did have a hairline crack in it mid-barrel, but we've repaired it; there's a closeup of this area in the photos below, but you won't be able to see much. We've also noticed two short cracks in the cap lip. Other than these flaws which are visible with magnification, the pen looks great, with minor signs of use. We have priced the pen accordingly.
Please note that this pen is extremely hard to find without any cracks. We strongly suggest that you treat this pen even more gently than you treat the rest of your fine pen collection. Be especially careful with the clip and the cap. Do not pull on the clip, or the stress will cause a crack. Similarly, the cap lip will crack very easily if the cap is posted.
