Waterman - Ideal - Fountain pen
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Waterman Ideal 42 Safety Pen, an eye-dropper fountain pen with a full 18K gold-filled overlay, 15 cm long, 4 cm in diameter, made in the United States in the early 20th century, in good used condition and in working order.
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Waterman's Ideal 42 Safety Pen - 18K KR Gold Filled
We present an exceptional Waterman’s Ideal fountain pen, model 42, one of the most emblematic pieces of early 20th-century engineering (circa 1920). This model is a 'Safety Pen', designed with an ingenious retractable mechanism that allows the nib to be concealed inside the body, remaining submerged in ink and hermetically sealed by the cap to prevent leaks.
• Luxury Finish: The piece features a full overlay in 18K KR gold lamination. It showcases an exquisite wave-pattern guilloché engraving that provides a distinctive texture and shine.
• Mechanism: It is an eyedropper-filling pen. The engraving "42" on the base certifies the model and the retractable nib system, which works by turning the rear section.
• Nib: It mounts an original solid 14K gold nib, marked as "Waterman's Ideal", designed specifically for this system.
• Aesthetics and Markings: The cap features a flat end decorated with floral/geometric motifs and the characteristic ball clip. It includes the "18 KR" hallmarks that guarantee the quality of the gold plating.
It is carefully packaged in a generic box with tracking number and insurance.
Waterman's Ideal 42 Safety Pen - 18K KR Gold Filled
We present an exceptional Waterman’s Ideal fountain pen, model 42, one of the most emblematic pieces of early 20th-century engineering (circa 1920). This model is a 'Safety Pen', designed with an ingenious retractable mechanism that allows the nib to be concealed inside the body, remaining submerged in ink and hermetically sealed by the cap to prevent leaks.
• Luxury Finish: The piece features a full overlay in 18K KR gold lamination. It showcases an exquisite wave-pattern guilloché engraving that provides a distinctive texture and shine.
• Mechanism: It is an eyedropper-filling pen. The engraving "42" on the base certifies the model and the retractable nib system, which works by turning the rear section.
• Nib: It mounts an original solid 14K gold nib, marked as "Waterman's Ideal", designed specifically for this system.
• Aesthetics and Markings: The cap features a flat end decorated with floral/geometric motifs and the characteristic ball clip. It includes the "18 KR" hallmarks that guarantee the quality of the gold plating.
It is carefully packaged in a generic box with tracking number and insurance.
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Model / Type
Ideal
Country of Origin
United States
Period
First half 20th century
Material
.750 (18 kt) gold
Manufacturer/ Brand
Waterman
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
4 cm
Length
15 cm
