{"title":"WATERMAN","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"waterman-52-wood-grain-fountain-pen-gold-fill-trim-m-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"WATERMAN 52 WOOD GRAIN FOUNTAIN PEN GOLD FILL TRIM M to BBB FLEX NIB","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this circa 1920s Waterman 52 Red Wood Grain Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned the pressure bar. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #15 silicone sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip Cap, Cap Band and 18K Gold Filled Lever Box along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. There is just a tiny bit of brassing on the clip and ball of the clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fountain pen is made from smooth hard rubber displaying the wood grain pattern. The colors are great on this fountain pen. The barrel imprint at the center is crisp and reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. WATERMAN'S IDEAL GLOBE Mark PAT OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the barrel has the Waterman imprint as well, but not quite as crisp as the center barrel imprint and reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT OFF. MADE IN U.S.A.\". The butt end of the fountain pen is stamped with the 52 imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lever box and lever are 18K Gold Filled (see image). There is a small hint of brassing just above the globe imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 5\/16\" in length capped and 6 9\/16\" posted. The 14K Ideal NIB has a Medium point measuring roughly .72mm, measured with digital calipers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line measuring roughly .53mm on the finest line in the writing sample and flexes up to roughly 2.24mm with medium pressure (see image, measured the widest line in the writing example), I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent, antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using this incredible flexible NIB\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38097245198,"sku":"WATERMAN 52 WOOD GRAIN FOUNTAIN PEN","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-52-Wood-Grain-Fountain-Pen-5.jpg?v=1490989141"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-gold-fill-trim-bhr-f-bbb-flex-nib-fountain-pen","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52 GOLD FILL TRIM BHR F - BBB FLEX NIB FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early 1920s Waterman 52 Black Hard Rubber Fountain Pen (no chasing). This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned the pressure bar. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #15 silicone sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip Cap, Cap Band and Lever Box along with the Ideal 14K NIB. There is a very tiny bit of brassing on the banding of the clip cap, the lever and ball of the clip. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber and is smooth, no chasing on this pen. This pen has a nice black color. The barrel imprint at the center can be seen, but is not crisp and reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. WATERMAN'S IDEAL GLOBE Mark PAT OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt of the barrel has the Waterman imprint as well, it is more crisp than the center barrel imprint and reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT OFF. MADE IN U.S.A.\". The butt end of the fountain pen is stamped with the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 5\/16\" in length capped and 6 1\/2\" posted. The 14K Ideal NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .60mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample with the NIB, it writes with a fine line measuring roughly .44mm on the finest line in the writing sample and flexes up to roughly 2.44mm with low to medium pressure (as measured the widest lines in the writing example), I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The NIB flexes very easily and can easily write with a broad stroke really with no relative effort. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using this great flexible NIB","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38378407630,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Black-Hard-Rubber-Fountain-Pen-GoldFilledTrim7.jpg?v=1491324501"},{"product_id":"waterman-emblem-18-nib-section-feed","title":"Waterman Emblem #18 NIB, Section \u0026 Feed Parts","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this Waterman Emblem #18 Fountain Pen NIB with Rigid Flex, Section Part and Feed. The NIB is in perfect condition and has recently been cleaned. The section, feed and NIB are a marriage. All parts are ready to be added to your Waterman Emblem Fountain Pen Barrel.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38837623950,"sku":"","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Emblem-18-NIB-4.jpg?v=1491772973"},{"product_id":"waterman-52v-red-ripple-fountain-pen-w-18k-gold-filled-trim-m-to-bb-flex-nib","title":"WATERMAN 52V RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN W\/18K GOLD FILLED TRIM M to BB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early 1920s Waterman 52V Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Gold FIlled Clip Cap, Cap Band and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. The feed is a double spoon type feed in the red ripple pattern. The left side of the feed has a tiny rough spot. It doesn't hurt the flow of ink, but wanted to mention it for transparency sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the Red Ripple pattern. The barrel has a bit of a worn imprint at the center and butt end, but can be seen with the Naked Eye that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. IDEAL GLOBE PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52V imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52V measures 4 3\/8\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .62mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been removed, cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The lever box assembly is a replacement, not original to the pen - but a Waterman original for a later date. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a medium line measuring roughly .69mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 1.85mm (see image) with normal to firm pressure, which is right at the double broad stroke. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water \u0026amp; inks and fills. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39443752142,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_6747.JPG?v=1492438694"},{"product_id":"1920s-sterling-watermans-452-1-2v-ring-top-fountain-pen-with-m-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"1920s STERLING WATERMAN'S 452 1\/2V RING TOP FOUNTAIN PEN WITH M to BBB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Circa 1920s Waterman 452 1\/2V Ringtop Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #14 silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Silver Cap, Barrel, Sterling Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with a Sterling Overlay. The hard rubber is black and the sterling overlay is very detailed in excellent condition. The barrel and cap are stamped with a very crisp, \"Waterman's, Sterling Made in U.S.A.\" The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 452 1\/2 V imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a monogram on the barrel with the initials, \"MEH\". There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber or sterling overlay. This Waterman 452 1\/2V measures 3 3\/4\" in length capped and 5 1\/4\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal #2 NIB, it measures at .77mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been removed, cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean. The underside of the lever is marked \"Sterling\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a medium line measuring roughly .71mm and flexes up to roughly a triple broad stroke of 1.98mm (see image) with normal to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 452 1\/2V Fountain Pen with Sterling Overlay that is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39827817358,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_6910.JPG?v=1493059145"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-1-2v-fountain-pen-with-gold-filled-trim-flexible-nib","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52 1\/2V FOUNTAIN PEN WITH GOLD FILLED TRIM \u0026 FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early 1920s Waterman 52 1\/2V Black Chased Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding and 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal New York 14K #2 NIB. The cap banding is hand chased with a decorative floral scene. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with chasing. The chasing on this pen's cap and barrel are crisp, won't find one better in my opinion. The coloring has an amazing beautiful deep black color. The barrel has very crisp imprints at the center and butt end of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. IDEAL GLOBE PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 52 1\/2V imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 1\/2V measures 4 1\/4\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal New York NIB, it measured at .43mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean; not brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .52mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.15mm+ (see image) with normal pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 1\/2V Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in near mint to mint condition and certainly a collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41848991758,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1920-Waterman-521_2V-5.JPG?v=1495911455"},{"product_id":"restored-watermans-32-1-2-fountain-pen-in-blue-green-quartz-with-f-to-bbb-flexible-nib-made-in-canada","title":"RESTORED WATERMAN'S 32 1\/2 FOUNTAIN PEN IN BLUE-GREEN QUARTZ WITH F to BBB FLEXIBLE NIB MADE IN CANADA","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early Circa 1930s Waterman 32 1\/2 Blue Green Quartz Celluloid Fountain Pen with Nickel Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #14 rubber sac. Hand polished the Nickel Single Cap Band, Nickel Clip and Nickel Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal CANADA 585\/14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from celluloid in a blue-green quartz color. The coloring is excellent and very unique. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S MADE IN CANADA IDEAL GLOBE FOUNTAIN PEN\". The cap has a crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S MADE IN CANADA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 32 1\/2 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the celluloid. This Waterman 32 1\/2 measures 4 3\/4\" in length capped and 6\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal CANADA NIB, it measured at .93mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean; no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .51mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 1.83mm (see image) with normal pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This vintage Canadian Waterman's 32 1\/2 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would condition this fountain pen in excellent condition and certainly a tough color to find for the collector of these fine writing instruments.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41850165454,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-BlueGreen-Quartz-321_2-Fountain-Pen2.JPG?v=1495913798"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-watermans-52-red-ripple-fountain-pen-xf-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"RESTORED 1920s WATERMAN'S 52 RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN XF to BBB+ FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman's 52 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding and 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 5\/16\" in length capped and 6 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean; very little brassing brassing on arm portion of the lever. The Clip Cap Ideal Clip has no brassing and the cap banding has only very slight brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal New York NIB, it measured at .48mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .38mm with very light pressure (on the horizontal stroke) and flexes up to 2.54mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in near excellent to fine condition and certainly a collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42048076046,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-52-Red-Ripple-Fountain-Pen-13.jpg?v=1496196635"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-waterman-7-red-ripple-with-pink-cap-band-and-pink-keyhole-nib-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1920s WATERMAN 7 RED RIPPLE WITH PINK CAP BAND AND PINK KEYHOLE NIB FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman #7 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Pink Cap Band \u0026amp; NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding, Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip, 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman 14K PINK NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The lower portion of the barrel has an equally crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\" and the butt end of the fountain pen has the 7 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. The cap has the original PINK banding, which shows some crazing, but it is original to the cap. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 7 measures 5 5\/8\" in length capped and 7 3\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean with no brassing. The Waterman Ideal Clip has just a very tiny amount of brassing on the ball of the clip. The gold filled cap banding does not display any brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is the \"fun\" part of this fountain pen. The NIB is the ever elusive Waterman PINK NIB. The NIB is in wonderful condition that writes so smooth. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Pink NIB, it measures at .64mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .44mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.9mm to 3.11mm with normal to medium pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman #7 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in near mint condition and certainly a Holy Grail collector grade writing instrument. One of the best fountain pens that I have in my collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42454943822,"sku":"","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/waterman-pink-keyhole-nib10.jpg?v=1496684858"},{"product_id":"restored-1930s-waterman-3-fountain-pen-green-and-red-quartz-with-flexible-stub-nib-made-in-canada","title":"RESTORED 1930s WATERMAN #3 FOUNTAIN PEN GREEN AND RED QUARTZ WITH FLEXIBLE STUB NIB MADE IN CANADA","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Made in Canada Circa 1930s Waterman #3 Green \u0026amp; Red Quartz Celluloid Fountain Pen with Nickel Trim having a Stub Flex NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #14 rubber sac. Hand polished the Nickel Single Cap Band, Nickel Clip and Nickel Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 STUB NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from celluloid in a green \u0026amp; red quartz color. The coloring is excellent, maybe the barrel is a hint darker than the cap - but really good even color overall from the cap to the barrel. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S MADE IN CANADA IDEAL GLOBE FOUNTAIN PEN\". The cap has a crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S MADE IN CANADA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 3 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the celluloid. This Waterman 3 measures 5\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal STUB NIB, it measured at 1.34mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The nickel plate lever has a hint of wear through, but you need to look closely. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Stub NIB is terrific and writes so smoothly. The NIB on this pen really makes this fountain pen almost magical when writing and I cannot say enough about this NIB. When writing the sample in the listing image, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .55mm with very light pressure on the horizontal line strokes and flexes up to a triple broad stroke+ at 2.57mm (see image) with normal pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This vintage Canadian Waterman 3 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the wonderful flexible Stub NIB. I would say this fountain pen is in excellent condition and surely is a collector grade fine writing instrument. It is ready to write or to add to your fine writing instrument collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42526786126,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/waterman-green-red-marble-celluloid-fountain-pen8.jpg?v=1496778215"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-sterling-silver-waterman-452-1-2v-fountain-pen-in-the-gothic-pattern-with-a-m-to-bbb-flexible-nib","title":"RESTORED 1920s STERLING SILVER WATERMAN 452 1\/2V FOUNTAIN PEN IN THE GOTHIC PATTERN WITH A M to BBB+ FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Circa 1920s Waterman 452 1\/2V Ringtop Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay in the Gothic Pattern. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #14 silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Silver Cap, Barrel, Sterling Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with a Sterling Overlay. The hard rubber is black and the sterling overlay is very detailed and in very good condition. The barrel and cap are stamped with a very crisp, \"Waterman's, Sterling Made in U.S.A.\" The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 452 1\/2 V imprint. The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a cartouche on the opposite side of the lever, but no monograming. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber or sterling overlay. The sterling overlay does have a few pinhead dings at the buttend and a couple small scratches; however, it is consistent with age in my opinion. This Waterman 452 1\/2V measures 3 3\/4\" in length capped and 5 1\/4\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean. The underside of the lever is marked \"Sterling\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal #2 NIB, it measures at .79mm with digital calipers. This Waterman 14K #2 Ideal NIB is a pleasure to write with, it is very smooth. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .58mm (on the horizontal lines in the sample) and flexes up to triple broad stroke+ of 2.46mm (see image) with normal to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 452 1\/2V Fountain Pen with Sterling Overlay that is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. The Gothic Pattern this antique Waterman fountain pen displays would be a great addition to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42595798990,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/waterman452-sterling-silver-fountainpen10_006a4347-13db-4107-b837-0e3c838c7550.jpg?v=1496856514"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-waterman-52-black-chased-hard-rubber-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bbb-flexible-nib","title":"RESTORED 1920s WATERMAN 52 BLACK CHASED HARD RUBBER FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BBB+ FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored circa 1920s Waterman 52 Black Chased Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Nickel Plate Clip Cap and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with chasing. The chasing is seen easily with the eye with very good crispness; the cap appears to be more crisp than the barrel. The coloring is a beautiful black color. The barrel has a light imprint at the center and butt end of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S IDEAL GLOBE RED U.S.A. PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. There is a very tiny bit of Nickel plate loss on the box portion of the lever assembly, the actual lever does not have plating loss. The lever assembly filling unit works flawlessly and smoothly as it is designed to do. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. Tere is a light scratches at the buttend of the barrel. This Waterman 52 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. When measuring the actual tip of the Waterman 14K Ideal #2 NIB, it measures at .65mm with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line (on the horizontal lines in the writing sample) that measure roughly .53mm and flexes up to a triple broad line measuring 2.13mm (see image) with normal pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would grade the Fountain Pen as Excellent to Fine Condition due to the minor scratch at the buttend of the barrel.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42609787726,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-52-BCHR-Fountain-Pen-7.JPG?v=1496865950"},{"product_id":"early-1900-waterman-12-red-mottled-eyedropper-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"EARLY 1900 WATERMAN 12 RED MOTTLED EYEDROPPER FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BBB+ FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early circa 1900 Waterman 12 Red Mottled Hard Rubber Eyedropper Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. This is an early example with 1898 patent date on cap, barrel imprint with globe and both 1884 patent dates \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Polished and buffed the outside of the barrel and red \u0026amp; black colors really display lovely coloring. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from red mottled hard rubber. The barrel has very faint imprints at the center that reads, \"WATERMAN'S FOUNTAIN PEN N.Y. PAT'D FEB. 12 \u0026amp; NOV 4, 1884 U.S.A\". The butt end of the fountain pen has very faint 12 imprint. The side of the cap has a bit more readable imprint that reads, \"PAT. MAY 24, 1898 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The cap is a slip type cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 12 measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. This early Waterman has the ribbed style section. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a wonderful Waterman 14K #2. The actual tip of the Waterman 14K NIB measures .94mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring .45mm, the horizontal strokes, with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.77mm with normal pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These don't come up for auction very often and the only challenge this Waterman has are the faint imprints. That said, this is a very good to excellent example of an antique Waterman #12 Eyedropper Fountain Pen in a Mottled pattern that is, in my opinion, one for the collector display case.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42740199246,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Mottled-12-Fountain-Pen-12.jpg?v=1497040584"},{"product_id":"circa-1915-waterman-12-red-mottled-ink-dropper-fountain-pen-with-xf-to-2-6mm-flexible-nib","title":"CIRCA 1915 WATERMAN #12 RED MOTTLED INK DROPPER FOUNTAIN PEN WITH XF to 2.6MM+ FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this early Circa 1915 Waterman #12 Red Mottled Hard Rubber Eyedropper Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Polished and buffed the outside of the barrel and red \u0026amp; black colors really display wonderful coloring. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from red mottled hard rubber. The barrel has good, not great, imprints at the center that reads, \"WATERMAN'S FOUNTAIN PEN N.Y. PAT'D MAY 23, 1899 \u0026amp; AUG 3, 1904 U.S.A\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a very crisp 12 imprint. The cap is a slip type cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman #12 measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is an awesome flexible Waterman 14K New York IDEAL #2. The actual tip of the Waterman 14K NIB measures .61mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring .43mm, the horizontal stroke, with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.69mm with light to normal pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent example of an antique Waterman #12 Mottled Ink Dropper Fountain Pen in a Mottled Red \u0026amp; Black Hard Rubber pattern. It is ready to write or just add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42857765006,"sku":"","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1900-Waterman-Mottled-Fountain-Pen10.jpg?v=1497304730"},{"product_id":"restored-1940s-waterman-oversize-100-year-pen-flex-with-f-to-3-27mm-flexible-nib","title":"RESTORED 1940s WATERMAN OVERSIZE 100 YEAR PEN FLEX WITH F to 3.27MM FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1940s Waterman 100 Year Fountain Pen in a Burgundy Celluloid color. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, barrel and cap. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized #18 rubber sac. Hand polished and oiled the Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Polishing Waterman Hundred Year #18 NIB. There is no brassing on the gold filled Waterman clip. The cap banding doesn't appear to show wear, I believe the gold filled banding was lacquered to keep the gold filled shine and is now wearing out. The cap does not have any chips, cracks or repairs. The barrel \u0026amp; cap threads are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. This Waterman is an oversize model and measures 5 3\/16\" inches in length capped and 6 3\/16\" inches posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen celluloid is made in the burgundy or red coloring and, in my opinion, fantastic coloring. The cap imprint is crisp and reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. WATERMAN'S IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFF. MADE IN U.S.A. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The buttend of the pen does not show and cracking or brittleness. The lever box assembly has been cleaned and oil, it is working as it should and displays no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Hundred Year NIB is a #18 and has a medium point measuring roughly .84mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with the NIB, it writes with a fine line measuring roughly .46mm on the finest horizontal line with light pressure and flexes up to a triple broad stroke and beyond at roughly 3.27mm with medium pressure in the writing sample; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities but it is a very flexible, wet noodle type NIB. The NIB is very responsive and flexes very easily with little to normal pressure under my writing conditions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and ink before this listing and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a Gorgeous Waterman 100 Year Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using this great flexible NIB. This should grade at fine condition and really is one for the collector instrument collection, as it is a marvelous example.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42918071246,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-100-Fountain-Pen12.jpg?v=1497390519"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-watermans-52-red-wood-grain-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bbb-flexible-nib","title":"RESTORED 1920s WATERMAN'S 52 RED WOOD GRAIN FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BBB+ FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Lovely Restored 1920s Waterman's 52 Red Wood Grain Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Clip, Cap Banding and 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red wood grain design. I would say the coloring is an amazing red and black color, which displays very vibrantly. The barrel has a very faint imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 5\/16\" in length capped and 6 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever does display brassing on the bar and Ideal Globe portion. The 18K Gold Filled Ideal Clip Cap displays some normal brassing on the ball of the clip. The cap banding also displays some brassing on the upper portion of the banding. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal New York NIB, it measured at .71mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .43mm with very light pressure (on the horizontal stroke) and flexes up to 2.46mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in fine condition and certainly a great user grade writing instrument to add to your arsenal.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43782935438,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/waterman-woodgrain-fp10.jpg?v=1499376265"},{"product_id":"waterman-oversize-emblem-100-year-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bbb-2-21mm-ultra-flex-nib","title":"WATERMAN OVERSIZE EMBLEM 100 YEAR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BBB 2.21MM ULTRA-FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1940s Waterman Emblem Fountain Pen in a Brown Celluloid color with Clear End. This is identical to the Hundred Year Pen, renamed after the FTC banned the pen companies' long-term guarantees. I have completely disassembled this fountain pen, cleaned and put it back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, barrel and cap. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized #18 rubber sac. Hand polished and oiled the Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Polishing Waterman Emblem #18 NIB. There is no brassing on the gold filled Waterman clip or cap banding. The lever box arm bar does display some brassing at the center; it functions perfectly and has been cleaned and oiled. The cap does not have any chips, cracks or repairs. The barrel \u0026amp; cap threads are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. This Waterman is the \"Supersized\" version and measures 5 3\/16\" inches in length capped and 6 3\/16\" inches posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen celluloid is made in the brown or tan coloring. The cap imprint is crisp and reads, \"WATERMAN'S MADE IN U.S.A.\". The buttend of the pen does not show and cracking or brittleness. The top of the cap is NOT cracked - it is internal adhesive holding the clip intact. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Emblem NIB is a #18 and has a medium point measuring roughly .89mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with the NIB, it writes with a fine line measuring roughly .43mm on the finest line with light pressure and flexes up to a triple broad stroke and beyond at roughly 2.21mm with medium pressure in the writing sample; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities but it is a very flexible. The NIB is very responsive and flexes very easily with little to normal pressure under my writing conditions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and ink before this listing and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a Gorgeous Waterman Emblem Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using this great flexible NIB. This should grade at Excellent to Near Mint condition and really is one for the collector cabinet, as it is a marvelous example.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43790113870,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Emblem-FP-9.jpg?v=1499393892"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-bchr-fountain-pen-nickel-trim-xf-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52 BCHR FOUNTAIN PEN NICKEL TRIM XF to BBB+ FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52 Black Chased Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Nickel Plate Clip Cap and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with chasing. The chasing is very crisp on both the cap and barrel. The coloring has a beautiful black color - one of the best I have seen. The barrel has very crisp imprints at the center and butt end of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. IDEAL GLOBE PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel or cap. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .75mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .32mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.05mm+ with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 52 in excellent to near mint condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":76044140568,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1920-Waterman-BCHR-FP9.jpg?v=1501369967"},{"product_id":"waterman-52-1-2v-red-ripple-fountain-pen-pencil-f-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"WATERMAN 52 1\/2V RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN \u0026 PENCIL F to BBB FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52 1\/2V Red Ripple Hard Rubber Ringtop Fountain Pen \u0026amp; Pencil Set with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding and 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen \u0026amp; pencil set is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The fountain barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG US IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 1\/2V imprint. The pencil has an imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S PAT. APP'D FOR\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap, barrel or pencil. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 1\/2V measures 4 1\/4\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. The Pencil measures 4\" in length. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, there is only a minor hint of brassing on the box - not on the lever. I just want to point it out for clarity sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measured at .68mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .41mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 1.82mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The pencil functions as it should. It is clean and no nicks, chips, cracks or repairs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 1\/2V Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in excellent to near mint condition and certainly a collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":91659862040,"sku":"","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-RedRipple-5212V-11.jpg?v=1501628934"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-red-ripple-fountain-pen-with-chrome-trim-xxf-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52 RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN WITH CHROME TRIM XXF to BBB+ FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Chrome Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new rubber sac. Hand polished the Chrome Clip, Trim Cap Banding, Chrome Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is a great red and black color. The fountain barrel has a very faint, almost non-existent imprint at the center of the barrel, but the end is more crisp that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG US PAT. OFF. MADE IN U.S.A.\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 7\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, no brassing. The Ball in the Clip has very minor brassing. The cap banding has only very minor brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measured at .69mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a double extra fine line measuring roughly .28mm with very light pressure and flexes up to a triple broad stroke 1.93mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have handled roughly 125+ Waterman 52 Fountain Pens, this is the first with Chrome Trim I have seen. I am not saying it is rare, it is just a different variant that one does not see everyday. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in the extra fine to excellent condition and certainly a wonderful user grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":208574349336,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-RR-Chrome-Trim-10.jpg?v=1502848118"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52v-bchr-fountain-pen-nickel-trim-f-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52V BCHR FOUNTAIN PEN NICKEL TRIM F to BBB+ FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52V Black Chased Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. Has very detailed \/ crisp chasing and deep black coloring. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Nickel Plate Clip Cap and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with chasing. The chasing is very crisp on both the cap and barrel. The coloring has a beautiful black color - one of the best I have seen. The barrel has very crisp imprints at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. IDEAL GLOBE PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations to the barrel or cap. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 4 3\/8\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .62mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .51mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 2.13mm+ with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent, antique Waterman's 52V Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 52V in excellent to near mint condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":209400758296,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-BCHR-Fp9.jpg?v=1502859984"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-red-ripple-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bbb-flexible-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52 RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BBB FLEXIBLE NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Waterman's Ideal Clip, Gold Filled Cap Banding, Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. The Clip and Cap Banding display brassing where the lever only displays very minor brassing on at the middle of the lever and on the edge top and bottom of the Ideal Globe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. I would say the barrel on this pen has more color vibrancy than the cap does. The fountain barrel has a very faint, almost non-existent imprint at the center of the barrel, but the end is more crisp that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG US PAT. OFF. MADE IN U.S.A.\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 7\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. It works as it was designed to - sucks up water without an issue in my testing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Waterman has the Ideal Made in USA #2 - 14K NIB. The NIB has a fabulous smooth writing experience along with have some wonderful flexibly. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measured at .63mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .53mm with very light pressure and flexes up to a triple broad stroke 1.82mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Waterman's 52 Red Ripple Fountain Pen is in \"ready to write\" condition using the great flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in fine to excellent condition. It would make for a great starter or user grade fountain pen to explore the flexibility of NIBs. Certainly a wonderful writing instrument to add to any writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":219678998552,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-RedRipple-FP-10.jpg?v=1502948207"},{"product_id":"waterman-rose-ripple-94-fountain-pen-and-pencil-set-mint-condition-never-inked-and-stickered","title":"WATERMAN ROSE RIPPLE 94 FOUNTAIN PEN AND PENCIL SET - MINT CONDITION, NEVER INKED AND STICKERED","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this Mint Condition, Never Inked and Stickered 1920s Waterman 94 Rose Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen \u0026amp; Pencil Set. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the rose ripple design. The coloring is a perfect rose and yellow color. The fountain barrel has a perfect crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG US PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 94 Original Sticker. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 94 measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/2\" posted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lever and box assembly is in mint condition. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, no brassing. The Waterman Clip is in perfect condition with no brassing. The cap banding is perfect with no brassing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eeep true to the Mint, Never Inked, New Old Stock, I have not attempted to clean the pen. Every piece on the pen is original and mint condition, never used with original stickers. This set is at the top of the food chain and commands the retail price that I am asking for.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1311158304792,"sku":"","price":2085.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Rose-Ripple11.jpg?v=1505842211"},{"product_id":"vintage-waterman-blue-ripple-94-cap-with-18k-gold-filled-trim","title":"VINTAGE WATERMAN BLUE RIPPLE 94 CAP WITH 18K GOLD FILLED TRIM","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Waterman 94 Blue Ripple Fountain Pen Cap with 18K Gold Filled Trim. I have cleaned and polished the Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip and Cap Band. I have cleaned the inside and outside of the cap with mineral oil. The gold filled trim does not display any brassing or wear. There is absolutely no chips, cracks or repairs to this cap. I would consider this Blue Ripple Waterman Cap to be in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. An exceptional Waterman Part to complete your barrel.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1341851861016,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman94-Blue-Ripple-Cap4.jpg?v=1505956261"},{"product_id":"vintage-waterman-olive-ripple-94-cap-with-18k-gold-filled-trim","title":"VINTAGE WATERMAN OLIVE RIPPLE 94 CAP WITH 18K GOLD FILLED TRIM","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Waterman 94 Olive Ripple Fountain Pen Cap with 18K Gold Filled Trim. I have cleaned and polished the Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip and Cap Band. I have cleaned the inside and outside of the cap with mineral oil. The gold filled trim does not display any brassing or wear. There is absolutely no chips, cracks or repairs to this cap. I would consider this Olive Ripple Waterman Cap to be in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. An exceptional Waterman Part to complete your barrel.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1376263700504,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Olive-Ripple-Waterman94-5.jpg?v=1506117260"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-452-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 452 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 452 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap Clip, Cap, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a basket weave pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a very crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 452 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a monograms on the sterling silver barrel that reads, \"MB\". There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The sterling overlay is in marvelous condition. This Waterman 452 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NIB is a 14 #2 Ideal Waterman NIB. It writes so smoothly, I cannot emphis this enough. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at 1.00mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an medium line measuring roughly .61mm with very light pressure and flexes up to triple broad stroke of approximately 1.88mm+ with normal to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an exceptional, antique Waterman's 452 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the lovely flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 52 in excellent condition and should be a collector grade Waterman. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1379736027160,"sku":"","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-452-Sterling-11.jpg?v=1506134652"},{"product_id":"circa-1948-waterman-503-shorthand-fountain-pen-m-bbb-flex-nib-red-cap-restored","title":"CIRCA 1948 WATERMAN 503 SHORTHAND FOUNTAIN PEN M - BBB FLEX NIB RED CAP RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Waterman 503 Shorthand Fountain Pen with 14Ct Flexible NIB made in England. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip and Double Ring Cap Banding, and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and to protect the material of fountain pen. This Waterman measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. The cap has the gold filled WATERMAN clip and 2-Ring cap banding with no brassing. The top of the cap has a red \"button\", which has a little nick out of it and a hairline crack or deep scratch, which I tried to point out in image 7, I just point it out for clarity sake and need magnification to see it, at least I do. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"WATERMAN MADE IN ENGLAND 503 along with SHORTHAND\". There are no personalizations or monograms to either the cap or barrel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Lever Filling System works great. It works as it is designed to. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Waterman NIB is a 14Ct W-2A Flexible NIB. The actual writing portion of the 14Ct Waterman NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .57mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample, this NIB writes with a fine to triple broad stroke. In the writing sample provided, the fine line measures at .55mm with digital calipers under light pressure and the triple broad stroke measures 2.04mm when measured with digital calipers under medium to firm pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous Waterman Fountain Pen in Classic Black with Gold Filled Trim that looks spectacular. I grade this Waterman in Very Fine to Excellent Condition. This fountain pen is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1846641557528,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Shorthand-Pen-10.jpg?v=1508812165"},{"product_id":"1932-waterman-9-carat-solid-gold-overlay-f-to-bbb-2-8-flexible-nib-restored","title":"1932 WATERMAN 9 CARAT SOLID GOLD OVERLAY F to BBB 2.8+ FLEXIBLE NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1932 Waterman 9 Carat Solid Gold Overlay Fountain Pen made for the British market. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized silicone sac. Hand polished 9 carat gold cap, 9 carat gold barrel and Ideal lever box assembly along with the flexible Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber with a solid 9ct gold overlay. The 9ct gold overlay has a \"parallel line\" pattern \/ design. The fountain barrel has a very faint, almost non-existent imprint to the hard rubber on buttend side of the barrel that partially reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG US PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen does not display the model number imprint, but is a Waterman 52 size pen. The 9ct gold overlay on the barrel is hallmarked with, \"F.D.W. (for Frank D. Waterman, the head of the company at the time), 9 (for 9 carat solid gold) \"375\" (i.e. 9 karat gold), lowercase ' r ' which is the date mark for year 1932 and last hallmark is a lion head which would be the city mark for London\". The cap is also marked 9 375 on the side and at the very top of the cap as seen in image 8. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. The cap does not and never was intended to have an attached clip, they are no clip cap holes for a clip to be attached through. There is a monogram in the cartouche area of the barrel with the initials, \"HIS\". There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber and the 9 carat overlay is in amazing condition for it's age, just some very minor light surface scratches. This Waterman measures 5 1\/2\" in length capped and 6 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, no brassing. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it was intended to. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB on this Waterman is 14K and a #2 size. The NIB writes very smoothly and have some amazing flexibility and responsiveness. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measured at .89mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .56mm with very light pressure on the horizontal strokes and flexes up to a triple broad stroke 2.82mm (see image) with firm to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. . The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. Again, I cannot emphasize this enough, the NIB is very smooth and has some of the best flexibility I on a waterman NIB is a long time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain to easily grade excellent and certainly would be a fabulous writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1894221676568,"sku":"","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/waterman-english-9ct-10.jpg?v=1509396821"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52v-blue-ripple-fountain-pen-with-xf-to-bbb-flexible-nib-in-restored-condition","title":"1920s WATERMAN 52V BLUE RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN WITH XF to BBB FLEXIBLE NIB IN RESTORED CONDITION","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52V Blue Ripple Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized silicone sac. Hand polished the Waterman Ideal 18K Gold Filled Clip, Cap Banding and Ideal lever box assembly along with the flexible Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the Blue Ripple pattern. The fountain barrel has a strong, clean imprint on the side of the barrel that, \"WATERMAN'S REG US IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The butt end of the fountain pen displays a strong 52V imprint. The 18K Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip has ever so slight brassing to the ball area of the clip. The cap banding is extremely clean, but you can see under magnification a couple areas with very small amount of brassing. The IDEAL lever assembly is clean with no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber and the color displays wonderfully for it's age. This Waterman measures 4 3\/8\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, no brassing. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it was intended to. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB on this Waterman is 14K - #2 size. The NIB writes with an extra fine point and can flex up to a triple broad stroke - it does have great flexibility and responsiveness. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measures at .58mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .36mm with very light pressure on the horizontal strokes and flexes up to a triple broad stroke 2.18mm (see image) with firm to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using this wonderful flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain to grade in excellent condition and certainly would be a fine writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1895550124056,"sku":"","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-52V-BlueRipple-10.jpg?v=1509423442"},{"product_id":"waterman-452-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-f-to-bbb-2-75mm-flex-nib-restored","title":"WATERMAN 452 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN F to BBB 2.75mm FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 452 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal New York 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a basket weave pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a great imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 452 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel and there is a cartouche area that has been left untouched. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 452 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K #2 Waterman Ideal New York NIB. It writes extremely smooth, I cannot emphasise this enough, a wonderful NIB to write with. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .85mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .53mm with very light pressure and flexes up to triple broad plus stroke of approximately 2.75mm with medium to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an exceptional, antique Waterman's 452 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the crazy, wet noodle, flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 452 in excellent condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2136052269080,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/452-sterling-waterman-10.jpg?v=1510536382"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-7-red-ripple-yellow-cap-band-keyhole-nib-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN #7 RED RIPPLE YELLOW CAP BAND \u0026 KEYHOLE NIB FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman #7 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Yellow Cap Band \u0026amp; NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding, Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip, 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman 14K YELLOW NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The lower portion of the barrel has an equally crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN\" and the butt end of the fountain pen has the 7 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. The cap has the original YELLOW banding, which shows some crazing, but it is original to the cap. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 7 measures 5 5\/8\" in length capped and 7 3\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean with just a hint of brassing on the lever. The Waterman Ideal Clip has just a very tiny amount of brassing on the ball of the clip. The gold filled cap banding has only a small edge spot that is starting to brassing. The brassing is very minor, almost insignificant, but point it out for clarity sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is the \"fun\" part of this fountain pen. The NIB is a Waterman Yellow NIB. The NIB is in wonderful condition that writes with an extra fine line to triple broad stoke plus. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Yellow NIB, it measures at .67mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .41mm with very light pressure on the horizontal strokes and flexes up to 3.01mm with medium to firm pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman #7 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in excellent condition and certainly a Holy Grail collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2159157313560,"sku":"","price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Yellow-9.jpg?v=1510702671"},{"product_id":"restored-1920s-waterman-52-1-2v-red-ripple-fountain-pen-f-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"RESTORED 1920s WATERMAN 52 1\/2V RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN F to BBB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 52 1\/2V Red Ripple Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized glass-ply sac. Hand polished the Waterman Ideal 18K Gold Filled Clip, Cap Banding and Ideal lever box assembly along with the flexible Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the Red Ripple pattern. The fountain barrel has a strong, clean imprint on the side of the barrel that, \"WATERMAN'S REG US IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen displays a strong 52 1\/2V imprint. The 18K Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip has ever so slight brassing to the ball area of the clip. The cap banding is extremely clean, but you can see under magnification a couple areas with very small amount of brassing. The IDEAL lever assembly is clean with no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber and the color displays wonderfully for it's age. This Waterman measures 4 3\/8\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean, no brassing. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it was intended to. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB on this Waterman is 14K - #2 size. The NIB writes with a fine point and can flex up to a triple broad stroke - it does have good flexibility and responsiveness. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K #2 Ideal NIB, it measures at .60mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .48mm with very light pressure and flexes up to a triple broad stroke 1.85mm with firm to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using this wonderful flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain to easily grade in excellent condition and certainly would be a fine writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2443283431448,"sku":"","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-5212V-FP-9.jpg?v=1512012992"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-452-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-xf-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN 452 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN XF to BBB FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 452 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly size, #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a basket weave pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a clear 452 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel with the cartouche area that has been left untouched. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. The cap has a bit more scratching by the clip area than the rest of the pen, but I would consider it normal wear for the age of the pen. This Waterman 452 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K #2 Ideal Waterman NIB. It writes great, a wonderful NIB to write with. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .73mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .38mm with very light pressure and flexes up to triple broad stroke of approximately 1.89mm+ with firm to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an wonderful antique Waterman's 452 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the lovely flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 452 in very fine to excellent condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2506923376664,"sku":"","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-452-Fountain-Pen-8.jpg?v=1512366457"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-0552-1-2-smooth-gold-overlay-fountain-pen-xxf-bbb-2-6mm-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 0552 1\/2 SMOOTH GOLD OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN XXF - BBB 2.6MM FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 0552 1\/2 18K Gold Filled Smooth Overlay Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal New York 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with a 18K Gold Filled Smooth Overlay. The 18K Gold Filled Overlay is smooth, no pattern or design to the overlay. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a fair imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a light 0552 1\/2 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the barrel or cap. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The 18K gold filled overlay looks beautiful with brassing. This Waterman 0552 1\/2 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/2\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NIB is a 14K #2 Waterman Ideal New York NIB. It writes extremely smooth, I cannot emphasize this enough, it has amazing flexibility! When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .68mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a double extra fine line measuring roughly .22mm with very light pressure and flexes up to triple broad plus stroke of approximately 2.62mm with medium to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an exceptional, antique Waterman's 0552 1\/2 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the crazy, wet noodle, flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 0552 1\/2 in excellent condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2532503552024,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-05521-2-FP-10.jpg?v=1512513840"},{"product_id":"restored-waterman-454-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-in-the-hand-engraved-vine-pattern","title":"RESTORED WATERMAN 454 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN IN THE HAND ENGRAVED VINE PATTERN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 454 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Hand Engraved Vine Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman Ideal Accountant Keyhole NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a hand engraved vine pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a weak imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 454 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a monogram on the barrel where the cartouche is with the initials, \"HEM\". There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The sterling overlay is fabulous, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 454 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K Waterman Ideal Accountant NIB. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measures at .48mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a double extra fine\/extra fine line measuring roughly .35mm with normal pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an exceptional, antique Waterman 454 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition. I would grade this Waterman 454 in excellent condition and certain is a collector grade fountain pen. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2669492305944,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-454-Vine-FP-7.jpg?v=1513287008"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-7-red-ripple-brown-cap-band-keyhole-nib-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN #7 RED RIPPLE BROWN CAP BAND \u0026 KEYHOLE NIB FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman #7 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Brown Cap Band \u0026amp; NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding, Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip, 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman 14K Brown NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"PATENTED AUG. 9, 1906 WATERMAN'S IDEAL GLOBE LOGO FOUNTAIN PEN CANADA FEB 9, 1909\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 7 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. The cap has the brown banding. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. This Waterman 7 measures 5 5\/8\" in length capped and 7 3\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean with just some minor brassing on the lever. The Waterman Ideal Clip has just a very tiny amount of brassing on the ball of the clip. The gold filled cap banding has only a small edge spot that is starting to brassing. The brassing is very minor, almost insignificant, but point it out for clarity sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is the \"fun\" part of this fountain pen. The NIB is a Waterman Brown 14K NIB made in the USA. The NIB is in wonderful condition that writes with a double extra fine line to triple broad stroke. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Brown NIB, it measures at .59mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a double extra fine line measuring roughly .31mm with very light pressure and flexes up to 1.90mm with medium to firm pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman #7 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in excellent condition and would be a great writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2673460183064,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-seven-brown-nib-9.jpg?v=1513314275"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-452-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-f-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN 452 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN F to BBB+ FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 452 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #16 rubber sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a basket weave pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays a deep, classy black color. The barrel end has a crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 452 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. Note there are some very minor scratching towards the top of the cap. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel and there is a cartouche area that has been left untouched. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 452 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NIB is a 14K #2 Ideal Waterman NIB. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .68mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .53mm with very light pressure and flexes up to triple broad stroke of approximately 2.10mm+ with a firm to medium pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an exceptional, antique Waterman's 452 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition using the lovely flexible NIB. I would grade this Waterman 452 in excellent condition and is a collector grade Waterman. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2747544403992,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Sterling-BW-FP-9.jpg?v=1513822128"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-452-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-xxf-to-bb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920s WATERMAN 452 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN XXF to BB FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman 452 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #16 silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal New York 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling silver overlay is known as a basket weave pattern. The barrel end has a great imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 452 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel and there is a cartouche area that has been left untouched. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber barrel. The cap, however, does a stress crack as seen in image eight and is contained in the area photographed, which is roughly 4.78mm. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 452 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K #2 Waterman Ideal Flexible NIB. This NIB writes smooth and is wonderful to write with. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .68mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a double extra fine line measuring roughly .25mm with very light pressure and flexes up to double broad stroke of approximately 1.58mm with medium to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a wonderful antique Waterman's 452 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition. I would grade this Waterman 452 in fine condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2949617942552,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-452-FP10.jpg?v=1515039343"},{"product_id":"vintage-1920s-waterman-olive-ripple-94-cap-with-18k-gold-filled-trim","title":"VINTAGE 1920s WATERMAN OLIVE RIPPLE 94 CAP WITH 18K GOLD FILLED TRIM","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Waterman 94 Olive Ripple Fountain Pen Cap with 18K Gold Filled Trim. I have cleaned and polished the Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip and Cap Band. I have cleaned the inside and outside of the cap with mineral oil. The gold filled trim does not display any brassing or wear. There is absolutely no chips, cracks or repairs to this cap. I would consider this Olive Ripple Waterman Cap to be in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. An exceptional Waterman Part to complete your barrel.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2951127334936,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-94-Olive-Ripple-Cap-5.jpg?v=1515047425"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-5-red-ripple-grey-cap-band-keyhole-nib-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN #5 RED RIPPLE GREY CAP BAND \u0026 KEYHOLE NIB FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman #5 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Grey Cap Band \u0026amp; NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #15 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding, Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip, 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman 14K Grey nib. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The lower portion of the barrel has an equally crisp imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN\" and the butt end of the fountain pen has the 5 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. The cap has the Grey cap banding sandwiched between the thin white celluloid bands. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 5 measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 3\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean and display no brassing. The Waterman Ideal Clip has just a very tiny amount of brassing on the ball of the clip which, is very common. The gold filled cap banding has only a small edge spot that is starting to brassing. The brassing is very minor, almost insignificant, but point it out for clarity sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is the \"fun\" part of this fountain pen. The nib is a Waterman Grey nib - a left-foot oblique style nib. The nib is in wonderful condition that writes with an extra fine line to triple broad stoke plus. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Grey nib, it measures at 1.02mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .39mm on the three horizontal strokes and flexes up to 2.08mm with medium to firm pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman #5 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the scarce Grey flexible nib. I would consider the condition of this fountain in excellent condition and certainly a Holy Grail collector grade writing instrument. One of the best fountain pens that I have in my collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3181200179224,"sku":"","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-5-Grey-Fountain-Pen-9.jpg?v=1516951159"},{"product_id":"circa-1923-waterman-452-1-2-sterling-overlay-fountain-pen-xf-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"CIRCA 1923 WATERMAN 452 1\/2 STERLING OVERLAY FOUNTAIN PEN XF to BBB FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Restored Circa 1923 Waterman 452 1\/2 Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, silicone sac. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 Flexible NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The barrel end has a fairly clear imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. PAT. OFF. MADE IN USA\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 452 1\/2 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a monogram on the barrel cartouche area that appears to have the initials, \"GJS\" in old script. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber barrel. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 452 1\/2 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 5\/8\" posted. The lever and box assembly has been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is clean and is marked \"Sterling\" on the backside of the globe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K #2 Waterman Flexible NIB. This NIB writes pretty smooth and is very fun to write with. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal NIB, it measured at .93mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .36mm with very light pressure on the horizontal lines and flexes up to a triple broad stroke+ of approximately 2.39 with medium to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a wonderful antique Waterman's 452 1\/2 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition. I would grade this Waterman 452 in very fine to excellent condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3348861616152,"sku":"","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-45212-Fountain-Pen-9.jpg?v=1520039741"},{"product_id":"circa-1918-waterman-12-1-2-sterling-overlay-eyedropper-fountain-pen-f-to-bbb-flexible-nib-restored","title":"CIRCA 1918 WATERMAN 12 1\/2 STERLING OVERLAY EYEDROPPER FOUNTAIN PEN F to BBB FLEXIBLE NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Restored Circa 1918 Waterman 12 1\/2 Hard Rubber Eyedropper Fountain Pen with Sterling Silver Overlay. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Hand polished the Sterling Waterman Ideal Cap \u0026amp; Clip, Barrel and the Waterman's Ideal New York 14K #2 Flexible NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from black hard rubber with Sterling Silver Overlay. The sterling overlay on the barrel is stamped with, \"WATERMAN'S IDEAL FOUNTAIN PEN STERLING\". The butt end imprint of the fountain pen has worn away. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The cap is a slip type cap that slides onto the barrel. The section is threaded and will unscrew and screw in tightly to the barrel. There is a monogram on the barrel cartouche area that has the initial, \"B\" in old script. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber barrel. The sterling overlay looks beautiful, with some light scratching that commensurates with the age of the pen. This Waterman 12 1\/2 measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6 7\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K #2 Waterman Ideal New York Imprint Flexible NIB. This NIB is pretty smooth and is very fun to write with. When measuring the actual tip of the NIB, it measured at .81mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .56mm with very light pressure on the horizontal lines and flexes up to a triple broad stroke+ of approximately 2.20 with medium to firm pressure, I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a wonderful antique Waterman's Eyedropper 12 1\/2 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition. I would grade this Waterman 12 1\/2 in very fine to excellent condition. A superb writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3365123489816,"sku":"","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-1212-Pen-8.jpg?v=1520573291"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-7-red-ripple-yellow-cap-band-keyhole-nib-fountain-pen-restored-1","title":"1920S WATERMAN #7 RED RIPPLE YELLOW CAP BAND \u0026 KEYHOLE NIB FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1920s Waterman #7 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with Yellow Cap Band \u0026amp; NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, rubber sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding, Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip, 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Waterman 14K YELLOW NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has an almost non-existent imprint at the center of the barrel that reads that one can barely make out, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The lower portion of the barrel has an equally light imprint that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN\" and the butt end of the fountain pen has a crisp 7 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. The cap has a replacement YELLOW banding. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 7 measures 5 5\/8\" in length capped and 7 3\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever are crisp and clean with some brassing on the lever. The Waterman Ideal Clip has just a very tiny amount of brassing on the ball of the clip. The gold filled cap banding displays some brassing on the lower half of the banding. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is the \"fun\" part of this fountain pen. The NIB is a Waterman Yellow NIB. When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Yellow NIB, it measures at .84mm with digital calipers. The NIB is in wonderful condition that writes with a fine\/medium line to triple broad stoke plus. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine\/medium line measuring roughly .59mm with very light pressure on the horizontal strokes and flexes up to 2.18mm with medium to firm pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman #7 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider this fountain pen to be in very good user-grade condition and certainly a collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3366790725656,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-_7-Fountain-Pen-8.jpg?v=1520650722"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-52-red-ripple-fountain-pen-xf-to-bbb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1920S WATERMAN 52 RED RIPPLE FOUNTAIN PEN XF TO BBB+ FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1920s Waterman's 52 Red Ripple Hard Rubber Fountain Pen with 18K Gold Filled Trim. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap with mineral oil. Cleaned and polished the outside of the cap and barrel. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new, properly sized, #17 silicone sac. Hand polished the 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding and 18K Gold Filled Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal 14K #2 NIB. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the red ripple design. The coloring is an amazing red and black color. The barrel has a very crisp imprint at the center of the barrel that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG. U.S. IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFFICE FOUNTAIN PEN RIPPLE\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52 imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no personalizations or monograms either the cap or the barrel. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The lever and box assembly have been cleaned and oiled. It works flawlessly and smoothly. The Globe and Ideal imprint on the lever is crisp and clean; very little brassing on the arm portion of the lever. The Clip Cap Ideal Clip has some very minor brassing on the high point of the ball on the clip and the cap banding has only very slight brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When measuring the actual tip of the 14K Ideal New York #2 NIB, it measured at .72mm with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with an extra fine line measuring roughly .44mm with very light pressure (on the horizontal strokes) and flexes up to 2.25mm (see image) with normal to medium pressure; I didn't want to overextend the NIB's capabilities. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills wonderfully. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is antique Waterman's 52 Fountain Pen is in ready to write condition using the incredible flexible NIB. I would consider the condition of this fountain in excellent condition and certainly a collector grade writing instrument.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12101626724427,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman52-RR-FountainPen-10.jpg?v=1523340347"},{"product_id":"restored-waterman-52v-cardinal-fountain-pen-w-18k-gold-filled-trim-f-to-bbb-flex-nib","title":"RESTORED WATERMAN 52V CARDINAL FOUNTAIN PEN W\/18K GOLD FILLED TRIM F TO BBB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Restored Early 1920s Waterman 52V Ringtop Red Cardinal Hard Rubber Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned, put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB and feed. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel, cap, and section with mineral oil. Replaced the old rubber sac with a new silicone sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Ring Top, Cap Band and Ideal Lever Box Assembly along with the Ideal New York 14K #2 NIB. The 18K Gold Filled Cap Banding displays some brassing along the top edge and the lever bar display some minor brassing. The feed is a triple spoon type feed in the cardinal red hard rubber. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen is made from cardinal red hard rubber. The barrel has a bit of a worn imprint at the center and butt end, but can be seen with the Naked Eye that reads, \"WATERMAN'S REG U.S. IDEAL GLOBE PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN\". The butt end of the fountain pen has the 52V imprint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There is a personalization on the barrel that reads, \"MRS. S. VILLANO. There are no cracks or repairs to the hard rubber. This Waterman 52V measures 4 1\/2\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Waterman 52v has a 14K #2 New York Ideal Nib. The tip\/point of the Nib\/iridium has a medium point measuring .70mm when measured with digital calipers. The Nib has full flexibility from a fine (.49mm) to triple broad (1.91mm) stroke\/line when measured with digital calipers. The Nib provides a very smooth writing experience that one should enjoy very much! The writing sample in the images was produced from the actual pen that is listed for sale by dipping the Nib in Parker Blue Quink Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These Waterman Red Cardinal Hard Rubber Fountain Pens are increasingly difficult to find. This Waterman 52V would grade in Very Fine to Excellent condition (above average user grade) and a great entry level Waterman that is ready to write with or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12153293373515,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman52v-Cardinal-Fountainpen-10.jpg?v=1527006900"},{"product_id":"1920s-waterman-56-cardinal-red-hard-rubber-fountain-barrel-lever-assembly","title":"1920s WATERMAN 56 CARDINAL RED HARD RUBBER FOUNTAIN BARREL \u0026 LEVER ASSEMBLY","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Circa 1920s Waterman 56 Cardinal Red Hard Rubber Fountain Pen Barrel and Lever Box Assembly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The barrel is in excellent condition with no cracks or repairs. The color is very good. The lever box assembly is complete and displays some minor brassing to the lever. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The imprints at the center, end of the barrel, and butt-end all display well. The 56 stamp is clean and crisp on the end of the barrel. The center imprint displays more wear than the other imprints (see the image and be the judge). The barrel measures 3 7\/8\" in length. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a tough part to find and certainly a scarce specimen in this condition would I would say is very fine to excellent.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12163920166987,"sku":"","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-56-Barrel-5_49563c83-44e4-4267-a2ec-a752da8f07a1.jpg?v=1527312352"},{"product_id":"vintage-1920s-waterman-olive-ripple-52v-cap-with-18k-gold-filled-trim","title":"VINTAGE 1920S WATERMAN OLIVE RIPPLE 52V CAP WITH 18K GOLD FILLED TRIM","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Excellent Waterman 52V Olive Ripple Fountain Pen Cap with 18K Gold Filled Trim. I have cleaned and polished the Gold Filled Waterman Ideal Clip and Cap Band. I have cleaned the inside and outside of the cap with mineral oil. There is absolutely no chips, cracks or repairs to this cap. The gold filled clip on the high point of the ball displays some brassing, which I find is very typical. Additionally, the top of the cap banding does also display wear. I would consider this Olive Ripple Waterman Cap to be in Very Fine to Excellent condition. It certainly is an exceptional Waterman Part to complete your barrel.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12164260331595,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-52v-Cap-4.jpg?v=1527356329"},{"product_id":"waterman-gentleman-sterling-silver-barleycorn-fountain-pen-18k-m-nib-restored","title":"WATERMAN GENTLEMAN STERLING SILVER BARLEYCORN FOUNTAIN PEN 18K M NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Fine Sterling Silver Waterman Gentleman Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been cleaned internally, put back together, and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no dings, dents, or repairs with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel. The cap has the gorgeous Gold Filled Clip and Cap Banding which, displays absolutely no brassing. The cap banding is stamped with, \"WATERMAN MADE IN FRANCE with a French Hallmark\". I have cleaned, buffed and polished the barrel. I also cleaned the internal components of this pen. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the barrel or cap. This Waterman Gentleman Fountain Pen measures 5 9\/16\" in length capped and 6 5\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This pen is hallmarked on the cap, section, and barrel with Franch Sterling Hallmarks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have tested the ink converter filling mechanism with ink and fills as it should. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Waterman NIB is an 18K\/750 Ideal NIB. The NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.88mm when measured with digital calipers. When creating a writing sample, the NIB writes with a medium to double broad stroke\/line. The writing sample provided in the image has the medium stroke measuring at .86mm and the double broad stroke measures roughly 1.39mm under medium to firm pressure when measured with digital calipers. This NIB writes extremely smooth and such a pleasure to write with. The writing sample was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton cloth that I used to polish\/clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful Waterman Gentleman Fountain Pen in the Barley Corn Pattern. It is in impeccable condition and I would grade this fine writing instrument in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12201561751627,"sku":"","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Sterling-Silver-FP-3.jpg?v=1530557145"},{"product_id":"vintage-waterman-7-brown-keyhole-14k-fountain-pen-flexible-nib","title":"VINTAGE WATERMAN #7 BROWN KEYHOLE 14K FOUNTAIN PEN FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Waterman #7 Brown Keyhole 14K Flexible NIB. The Brown color coded Waterman Nib is known for having a Fine Flexible line. I have had a few of these types of Nibs before and typically flex from a fine to triple broad stroke. The iridium tipping is in excellent condition with the point measuring .58mm when measured with digital calipers. The Nib is for a #7 Waterman Fountain Pen.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12207023882315,"sku":"","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-Brown-NIB-1.jpg?v=1531194384"},{"product_id":"vintage-waterman-7-red-keyhole-14k-fountain-pen-flexible-nib","title":"VINTAGE WATERMAN #7 RED KEYHOLE 14K FOUNTAIN PEN FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Waterman #7 Red Keyhole 14K NIB. The Red color coded Waterman Nib is known for having a Medium Point\/Line with it being Semi-Flexible. The iridium tipping is in excellent condition with the point measuring .86mm when measured with digital calipers. No cracks, ready for use. The Nib is for a #7 Waterman Fountain Pen.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12208733585483,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Waterman-RED-Nib-1.jpg?v=1531271569"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/collections\/Shop_Waterman.jpg?v=1623614469","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/collections\/waterman-pen.oembed?page=12","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}