Title: Vintage 1920s Mabie Todd Swan FLEX 14K Gold Nib Fountain Pen Gold Filled As IsItem Specifics:
- Brand: Mabie Todd & Co.
- Model: Swan
- Era: 1920s
- Material: Gold-Filled Overlay
- Nib Material: 14K Solid Gold (Stamped Swan 2)
- Nib Characteristic: Highly Flexible / Flex Nib
- Filling System: Lever-Filler
- Personalization: Engraved with "John Herr"
- Length: Approx. 5 1/4 inches
Item Description:Up for sale is a beautiful estate find: an authentic, vintage 1920s Mabie Todd & Co. "Swan" gold-filled overlay fountain pen. This pen features an elegant, intricately engraved engine-turned pattern along the cap and barrel, complete with its original pocket clip.The highlight of this pen is its original 14K solid gold Swan #2 nib, which features excellent flexibility! The tines spread open smoothly with gentle pressure, making this a highly desirable "flex nib" perfect for calligraphy, line variation, and artistic writing.The barrel features a vintage period personalization professionally engraved on the panel that reads "John Herr." It is being sold in unrestored, as-is condition straight from an estate collection—a fantastic candidate for a dedicated restoration project.Condition Notes (Please Read Before offerding):
- Nib: Original 14K gold Swan #2 FLEX nib is intact, straight, and responsive.
- Aesthetics: The gold-filled overlay is in good cosmetic condition with a nice vintage patina. Features a period personalization ("John Herr") on the barrel. No major crushed sections.
- Cap Function: Please note that the cap does not currently screw on or catch properly to the barrel. It will require adjustment or thread repair to secure tightly.
- Internal Mechanism: The internal ink sac is untested and assumed to be dried out due to age. It will need to be re-sacked to fully function with liquid ink.
Please review all high-resolution photos closely, as they represent the exact condition of the item.Shipping & Handling:
Shipped securely in a rigid box with plenty of padding to protect the gold overlay and fragile flex nib. Please reach out with any questions!
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