Product Description
Type Beautiful oversize fountain pen ... this uncommon version has what they call the "short quill" detachable end. Sometimes people think this had to do with phone dialing, but there's no evidence to support this. The screw-on tail can be removed and replaced with a longer desk pen taper (included).
Product Name Balance Feather Touch
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, USA, 1929. This version has a detachable tail.
Length 5-1/2"
Filling System Lever filler - we installed a new sac.
Color Black with gold filled trim. Black short quill with screw-on tapered tail. The barrel is personalized in gold, "Sadie H. Pongala".
Nib Fine Feathertouch #5 Nib.
Condition Excellent + condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a velvety black, shiny pen that is large and impressive. The barrel has marks caused by the cap lip and otherwise very light scratching. The cap has light scratching. The cap band and clip are beautiful. The tapered long tail is perfect. The barrel is personalized, "Sadie H. Pongala" in gold. The imprints are clear.
