Reform - Original 3 - Fountain pen

A0000005261

This Reform Original 3, a magnificent example of mid-20th-century classic German engineering and a highly prized model among lovers of vintage writing, is presented in a truly enviable state of preservation. The body and cap, manufactured in a robust black ebony-colored thermoplastic resin injection, retain a deep, mirror-like shine, clean and uniform, reflecting a surface wonderfully cared for and completely free of the usual cracks, fissures, or severe signs of use that these postwar work tools often display.

The original gold nib stands out superbly: it bears the classic and stylized silhouette of German nibs of the era, with its iridium tip intact, symmetrical and without the slightest deformation or torsion. The flat ebonite feed remains structurally intact, clean, and in an exact central position, which guarantees a steady ink flow and an imposing aesthetic presence.

Regarding the metallic details, the characteristic curved clip with the name "REFORM" engraved in relief and the double gold ring at the base of the cap maintain a clean shine and excellent tension, showing only a slight and natural wear on the upper crown from the passage of time, which adds a very honest historical patina to the piece.

A definitive factor for its extremely high collectible value is the extraordinary sharpness of its imprint. The longitudinal engraving on the resin body remains impeccably deep, clean, and perfectly legible: “Reform [Wings Logo] Original,” finished with the model number "3," testifying to the minimal level of friction or wear the surface has suffered over the decades. Likewise, at the base of the nib housing one can clearly see the classic engraving of the German brand that identifies the type of nib point.

Upon removing the rear screw-in blind cap, the mechanical heart of this model is revealed: the metal push button corresponding to its Button Filler filling system. As shown in the images, the shaft is structurally perfect, aligned, and free of deep rust or obstructions. In the threaded area of the body, subtle pale residues are observed, typical of talc used for maintenance or chalk used to protect the mechanism, which confirms that the pen has been stored responsibly.

In conclusion, this is a display piece, extremely sober, robust, and preserved to a very high standard. A historic artifact of Central European writing archaeology that will enrich any high-level collection.

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