Pelikan Souverän M400 fountain pen in brown tortoise, the "old style" model made c.1984–97 (pre-1997). The brown/amber striped translucent barrel doubles as the ink window, set against a dark-brown cap, section and piston knob. Gold-plated trim with the pelican-beak clip, a single cap band engraved "PELIKAN … GERMANY", and the etched pelican logo on the cap top. 14C-585 solid gold single-tone nib, size B (broad). Piston filler. Condition statement Good, used condition. Fine scratches and swirl marks on the cap from use, plus a small mark beside the clip. Light surface marks on the barrel. The trim is bright with no brassing. The nib has light surface marks; the tipping is intact and the tines look even. The barrel is nicely see-through. Please study all photos, as they form part of the description. Measurements Length capped: 125.6 mm. Accessories Period Pelikan box (grey lid, yellow tray; worn corners and some spotting on the tray) and a Pelikan guarantee booklet. Shipping and import charges This item ships from the United Kingdom, which is outside the EU. Buyers in the EU and other countries may have to pay destination import VAT, customs duties and clearance/handling fees on delivery. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the hammer price or shipping cost.