Product Description
Type Snorkel fountain pen and pencil set
Product Name Sentinel Snorkel Set
Manufacturer and Year Sheaffer, made in U.S.A. -- 1952-53, as identified by the 14k snorkel tube.
Length Fountain pen is 5-9/16" and the pencil is 5-1/16".
Filling System The fountain pen is a snorkel filler, which is working very well after we restored it with a new sac, O-ring, and point gasket. The pencil takes 0.9mm leads which it extends via the traditional twist mechanism. It's working well and has an eraser beneath the cap.
Color Black bodies with the Sentinel caps. They have stainless steel caps with gold plated trim. The steel has a lined pattern.
Nib FINE 14k gold Sheaffer's Triumph style nib is smooth and firm with nice tipping material. The nib has a slight "Waverly" upturn.
Condition Excellent condition. The pen has handwear and one scratch on the barrel. Its cap has some tiny deep scratches on the clip and a few marks on the cap band. The pencil also has handwear and some marks on the cone. The pencil cap has a dent and heavy polishing marks. The fountain pen is fully restored, and both pen and mechanical pencil are working very well. Ships in Sheaffer Snorkel box.
