Product Description
Type Vintage touchdown filling fountain pen.
Product Name Imperial III, this is the touchdown version.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in USA (nib) Canada (cap) – 1960s.
Length 5-1/4"
Filling System Touchdown filling system. It's fully restored and working perfectly.
Color Blue body and cap with gold plated trim.
Nib FINE 14k conical Triumph nib. Usually the Imperial III pens had a two tone conical nibs, so this 14k nib may either have been a Canadian variation, a custom job, or a later replacement. There are a few polishing and toolmarks on the nib, but it is well aligned and will write smoothly, with a little give but no real flex.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a shiny, classic pen in a nice color combination. The cap and barrel have light to moderate scratching. The barrel has some long thin scratches. The cap has a short, wide scratch just above the cap band. The 1/4" cap band looks good. The clip has some light polishing marks. The imprint is clear.
