Waterman - Safety night and day - Fountain pen
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Waterman Safety Night and Day fountain pen with black ebonite body and gold overlay, 9 cm long and 1 cm in diameter, circa 1910–1930, France; in good used condition and in working order, nib gold engraved 'Waterman’s Ideal'.
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A0000006220
Article: WATERMAN fountain pen, body of black ebonite with a gilded metal overlay of godrons and a retractable safety-type nib
Reference / Edition: Ideal 42 ½ V (safety, vest-pocket size)
Length: 9 cm
Diameter: 1 cm
Nib: M
Period: 1910-1930 (early 20th century)
Materials: black ebonite with gilded metal overlay of vertical godrons on the body and cap, with visible ebonite panels between the grooves; rings and fittings gilded; tailpiece and section in black ebonite; punch mark "18" and maker’s mark in a diamond next to the body ring; gold nib engraved "Waterman's Ideal"; filler by dropper with a retractable nib by turning the tailpiece.
Condition: good condition for its age; the gold retains its shine with signs of use, micro-scratches and worn areas on the godrons and rings; the ebonite shows patina and small superficial marks; the nib moves in and out correctly and appears intact, with no visible deformations; a centennial piece for collection, a review before continued use is recommended.
Accessories: only the loose piece; no box or papers visible in the photos.
The photographs are part of the description.
A0000006220
Article: WATERMAN fountain pen, body of black ebonite with a gilded metal overlay of godrons and a retractable safety-type nib
Reference / Edition: Ideal 42 ½ V (safety, vest-pocket size)
Length: 9 cm
Diameter: 1 cm
Nib: M
Period: 1910-1930 (early 20th century)
Materials: black ebonite with gilded metal overlay of vertical godrons on the body and cap, with visible ebonite panels between the grooves; rings and fittings gilded; tailpiece and section in black ebonite; punch mark "18" and maker’s mark in a diamond next to the body ring; gold nib engraved "Waterman's Ideal"; filler by dropper with a retractable nib by turning the tailpiece.
Condition: good condition for its age; the gold retains its shine with signs of use, micro-scratches and worn areas on the godrons and rings; the ebonite shows patina and small superficial marks; the nib moves in and out correctly and appears intact, with no visible deformations; a centennial piece for collection, a review before continued use is recommended.
Accessories: only the loose piece; no box or papers visible in the photos.
The photographs are part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Safety night and day
Country of origin
France
Period
First half 20th century
Material
Ebonita, Gold-plated
Manufacturer/brand
Waterman
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1 cm
Length
9 cm
Nib size
M - Medium
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