Esterbrook - Estie "Tortoise Gold" - - 自來水筆

A0000004360

VINTAGE ELEGANCE SOVEREIGN / TORTOISE GOLD EDITION WITH STUB NIB: Exceptional Esterbrook Estie high-end fountain pen, in its highly sought-after catalog finish "Tortoise Gold", part of the modern contemporary collection of the legendary American firm under official factory reference E136-F. Designed as the perfect bridge between the golden age of classic cellulose and modern materials, this line is a cult object. This specimen stands out for its robust chassis of 15.0 cm closed length, made of high-density machined acrylic resin with an exquisite marbled pattern that imitates the traditional tortoise shell in tones of dark brown, amber, caramel and translucent cream.

The cap features a friction-fit closure system aided by an internal spring that hermetically seals the nib to prevent ink evaporation, mounting a clip polished with yellow gold plating of great flexibility and bearing the firm’s name "Esterbrook" engraved on the lower lip. The great patrimonial jewel of this lot is its original gold-plated steel nib, engraved with the historic clover of the firm and the date "Est. 1858". The feeding system operates with international standard cartridges or piston converter. It is presented in excellent conservation condition, complete with its official original accessories of red fabric rigid case and outer protective box.

Conservation Status: Collection Quality / Excellent Premium Condition

The writing instrument is presented in superb cosmetic and mechanical condition, ready for immediate use or display:

Tortoise Acrylic Resin Chassis: The outer surface shines with a magnificent, uniform mirror-like polish throughout. Completely free of signs of use, stress cracks at the cap lip, or scratches from drops. The visual pattern offers remarkable three-dimensionality and shine under direct desk light.

Gold Components and Engravings: In magnificent condition. The gold plating on the clip and central ring remains bright, intact and pristine. The Esterbrook gold inscription on the cap remains perfect at 100%.

Impeccable Special Gold-Plated Steel Nib. The golden wings (tang) are perfectly straight and aligned with the modern flat feeder, preserving its factory-plated iridium tip to offer a spectacular vertical and horizontal stroke variation with legendary smoothness.

Mechanics and Inclusions: Fully operational. The interior is clean and accompanied by its factory official presentation with its original boxes, significantly enhancing the lot’s value for the auction.

Curious Fact for the Collector

For international appraisers and stroke/fountain pen experts on Catawiki, the Esterbrook Estie Tortoise with Stub nib is a must-have reference lot with very high valuation. While most of these pens are sold with standard nibs (F or M), the Stub cut point is flat-cut at the tip so vertical strokes are thick and horizontal strokes are thin, automatically mimicking the handwriting of ancient manuscripts. It features the innovative internal grip system called Cushion Cap Closure, which blocks air entry and guarantees immediate writing. Owning a premium Tortoise unit with its original boxes represents a superb value-stable investment opportunity.

I wish you the best of luck in your bidding and an excellent auction to all Catawiki participants!