Condition:This c. 1930's Conklin Endura fountain pen is in nice overall condition with some of the typical darkening to the pearl and black coloring and no cracks or personalization. The barrel and cap have some light surface scratches, small marks and age related wear. The barrel imprint is clean and readable, the classic Conklin lever is clean with a clear patent imprint and operates, as designed. The cap's clip is firm and has a crisp Conklin and patent date imprint, the clip and cap bands are in nice condition with minimal wear, as shown. The pen has been fully disassembled and cleaned, a new ink sac has been installed, it has been ink tested and it's ready to use.
Restoration Work:
- The cap has been brush cleaned
- Nib and feed ultrasonically cleaned
- New ink sac installed with 100% pure medical grade talc
- The pen has been lightly polished
- The pen has been water and ink tested
- This pen is ready to use
Conklin Endura Fountain Pen - Pearl and Black
Brand and Year:
The Conklin Pen Co., Toledo, OH c. 1930's
Model:
Endura - 1930 catalog model 67PBC Long
Filling System:
Lever Filler
Color:
Pearl and black chased with gold trim
Length:
5 1/4" long
Nib:
Fine - This 14k Conklin Endura nib is in very good condition with crisp imprints and ample tipping material. The nib provided a fine, crisp line, on the dryer side, during its ink test. A photo of the ink test has been provided for reference.