Product Description
Type Collectible Snorkel Filling System Fountain Pen
Product Name PFM I, this is the first version of "Pen for Men" pens.
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer USA -- 1959, first year of production.
Length 5-3/8"
Filling System The PFM I uses a snorkel filling system. The snorkel works in combination with the Touchdown filling system. Unscrew the knob to extend the snorkel, pull out the piston, immerse the tip of the snorkel in ink, and push the piston down. Wait 10 seconds to allow the bladder to expand and pull the ink in. Then turn the knob to retract the snorkel. No need to wipe ink off of anything. The filling system works well with excellent suction. Restored with a new sac, o-ring and point gasket.
Color Green with chrome trim.
Nib Medium PdAg (Palladium Silver) nib. It writes smoothly and is quite soft. Palladium springs easily so be careful not to try to flex the nib.
Condition Excellent condition with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings. This is a substantial, handsome, shiny pen in a nice color. The cap and barrel have light to some moderate scratching. The barrel has light scratching with a few more scratches on the blind cap. The cap has more moderate scratching. The cap band has light overall scratching. The clip has moderate scratching. The imprints are clear.
