Product Description
Type Lever filling fountain pen with a flexible nib, restored and working well.
Product Name 0552 (marked on the end of the barrel). The number system is as follows: 0 = gold filled, 5 = full overlay, 5 = lever filler, 2 = nib size.
Manufacturer and Year Waterman, made in USA -- 1920s.
Length 5-1/2"
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it here at PSP with a new sac. It's working perfectly.
Color Black hard rubber with a gold filled basketweave overlay. The underside of the lever is marked 18kt Gold Filled.
Nib FLEXIBLE MEDIUM-FINE Waterman's Ideal New York gold nib is very smooth with excellent tipping. You get easy line variation with minimal pressure. See our writing sample below.
Condition Superior condition. No cracks, chips, or personalization. There is no brassing. There are some light dings on the filigree. The cap and barrel imprints are clear. There is one dark mark in the hard rubber on the barrel. There aren't any real scratches, just light hand wear. Some polishing marks here and there. Fully restored and working well.