Condition:
This handsome miniature fountain pens from the 1930's is in overall very nice condition with an interesting green-gray candy cane pattern, there are no cracks or personalization. This pen is a bulb filler, filled by multiple squeezes of the rubber bulb hidden under the barrel's blind cap. The barrel, cap and blind cap have some light surface scratches. The cap has a firm clip and cap band, both show minor hint of wear. The barrel imprint is readable. The pen has been ultrasonically cleaned, a new ink sac has also been installed and the pen has been ink tested. This classic little 1930's pen is ready for you to add some ink and start writing.
Restoration Work:
- The cap has been brush cleaned
- Nib and feed ultrasonically cleaned
- New bulb ink sac installed with 100% pure medical grade talcum powder
- The pen has been lightly polished
- The pen has been tested
- This pen is ready to use
Wahl-Eversharp Bantam Bulb Filler Fountain Pen - Green Gray
Brand and Year:
Wahl-Eversharp, USA c. 1930's
Model:
Bantum
Filling System:
Bulb Filler
Color:
Green-gray with plated trim
Length:
3 15/16" long
Nib:
Fine - The #0 Made IN USA plated nib is in good condition with clear imprints and ample tipping material, the gold plating has pretty much worn away, as shown. The pen has been ink tested, it filled and wrote admirably for such a small pen. A photo of the ink test has been provided for reference.