Product Description
Type Vintage touchdown filling fountain pen.
Product Name Imperial I, this was the first model in the Imperial series. Here's a very helpful write-up on the Imperial series of pens from the Sheaffer Targa web site.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in Canada – the imprint says "RD1960" which may be the date, however we had the impression the model came out in 1962.
Length 5-5/16"
Filling System Unrestored Touchdown filling system. This early version of the touchdown filling system used a plastic touchdown tube instead of a metal one, and we have heard that it is nearly impossible to restore this version, and so we have not attempted it. We think this pen should go into a collection, unrestored, and any attempt at restoration will prevent you from returning it for a refund.
Color Grey body and cap with gold plated trim.
Nib Fine gold plated Stylpoint nib.
Condition New old stock and never used, with chalkmarks. Unrestored, and possibly unrestorable.
