Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen Information

2 Esterbrook Desk Stick Pens / 1555 / 1554 Nibs

New/old Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen Lever With New/old 1554 Fine Nib Clear Taper. A New But 75 Year Old Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen From 1940-50s. The Red And White Box Is Also In New Condition. There Is Esterbrook Paperwork Inside. It Is Also New In Box, Never Used. The Lever Filling Pen Is Black With Clear Taper.

Esterbrook Dark Green Glass Dual Fountain Pen Desk Set With Pens (071020). Very Nice Esterbrook Dark Green Glass Dual Pen Desk Set. Esterbrook Nibs 2556 & 1555.

Vtg Esterbrook Black Fountain Pen W/9668 Nib Desk Top Ink Well Used Untested

This Is A Used Fountain Pen Wnormal Wear For Age. You Will Receive The Item(s) In Pictures.

Esterbrook Dip Less Ink Fountain Pen Feed-matic Base Desk Base No. 444-b H4. Antique Esterbrook Dip Less Ink Fountain Pen Feed-matic Base Desk Set No. 444-b. This Listing Is For The Pictured Item Only. This Item Is In Good Condition With Normal Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

Esterbrook Vintage Unusual Desk Set #ll6-q---single Fountain Pen -white Onyx

Nib Is 9550 Pen Is Tan.

Esterbrook Black & Gold Square Desk Base And Fountain Pen Model 9550

The Pen Holder Is Attached To The Base With A Magnet, So It Is Removable. The Pen Holder Is Gold At The Bottom And Black At The Top. The Pen Is A Model 9550 And It Is Black At The Bottom And Clear At The Top.

Nos Vintage Esterbrook Black Desk Base No. 112. Nos Vintage Esterbrook Black Desk Base No. 112. The Items You See In The Images Above Are A Representation Of Item You Will Receive. They Will Show Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

Esterbrook Desk Base Only Number 112 Black. Esterbrook Desk Base Only Number 112 Black. The Item You See In The Images Above Are A Representation Of Item You Will Receive. They Will Show Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Style Fountain Pen W/ 2668 Nib. Vintage Esterbrook Desk Style Fountain Pen W 2668 Nib. This Pen Is In Nice Vintage Condition. Box263 #14

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Pen--black With Clear Taper--2556 Fine. 2556 Fine Point Nib.

Vtg Retro Esterbrook No. 112 Black Fountain Desk Pen Set 8-ball Holder (a10). Up For Sale Is This Vtg Retro Esterbrook No. 112 Black Fountain Desk Pen Set 8-ball Holder With Signs Of Use And Wear. This Is An Estate Find Being Sold As Untested. The Box Is In Rough Condition And The Clear And Of The Pen Is Warped.

Vintage Mcm Rolling Desk Calendar Fountain Pen Set Esterbrook Nib 2668 Estate

No Ink To Go Along With The Pen But It Makes A Terrific Addition To This Beautiful Desk Set. The Nib Is In Very Nice Condition Looks Barely Used, If At All.

Lot Of 2 Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pens 1550, 9550 Fine Nibs.. The Nibs Are 1555, 9550 And Writing Smoothly. One Pen Has A Red Tint At The Taper End.

Vintage Esterbrook 8 Ball Marble Desk Set-black & Lucite Fountain Pen 2556 Nib. The Fountain Pen Itself Appears To Be In Great Shape. The Nib Looks To Be In Great Shape But I Dont Know What Kind Of Nib It Is Besides The Model # 2556. The Plastic Areas Of The Fountain Pen Show Hardly Any Noticeable Scratches.

Esterbrook Desk Pen--black With Clear Taper-stickered

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Clear Taper. Working, With New Sac Installed.

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Pen--dark Brown With Clear Taper--medium Nib. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen.

Vintage Esterbrook 8 Ball Marble Desk Set-black & Lucite Fountain Pen 9550 Nib!

The Plastic Areas Of The Fountain Pen Show Hardly Any Noticeable Scratches.

1952 Vintage Print Ad Esterbrook 444 Desk Pen Sets Always Ready Ink Fountain

Q How Do You Make Sure My Ad Arrives Safely. Q Can I Get A Digital Copy Of My Ad. Q Will The Scan Lines Be On My Ad.

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Set-black-working--2668 Medium Nib-square Model Base

Model 2110.

Esterbrook Desk Pen--gray Marble With Clear Taper

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Gray Marble With Clear Taper.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen With Sterling Silver Base - Free Shipping. Up For Sale, Is A Vintage, Used, Esterbrook Blackclear Desk Fountain Pen With A Beautiful Sterling Silver Base That I Believe Was Made By Native Americans (but, Unfortunately, There Are No Marks That I Can Find On The Base). The Base Weighs 75.3 Grams. Esterbrook #155 Nib, Pen Is Untested, But I Suspect That It Will Need To Be Refurbished. This Striking Pair Is From An Albuquerque Estate And Is Ready To Join Your Collection Or Your Desk... The Price Includes Free Usps Shipping. Please Carefully Look At The Images, As This Is The Item That You Will Be Receiving... Returns No Returns On This Item. Good Luck & Thanks For Your Business !!.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen Set No. 447

Esterbrook Desk Pen Set No. 447.

1952 Print Ad Esterbrook 444 Desk Pen Sets Fountain Ink Always Ready To Write. Q How Do You Make Sure My Ad Arrives Safely. Q Can I Get A Digital Copy Of My Ad. Q Will The Scan Lines Be On My Ad. This Is Your Own Little Piece Of History. If There Is An Issue Let Us Know And We Will Send An Invoice.

Esterbrook Desk Chain Pen-black With Clear Taper. Esterbrook Chain Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Clear Taper. Fixture On Pen To Attach Chain Which Will Attach To Chain Style Desk Base.

Esterbrook 9555 Fountain Pen With Desk Top Holder~ Brown & Chrome~ Art Deco

Needs To Be Cleaned Up. Pen Needs Ink.

Esterbrook Vintage Unusual Desk Set #ll6-q---single Fountain Pen -jade Green. Nib Is 9556 Firm Fine Pen Is Black With Clear Taper.

Esterbrook Eight Ball Desk Set-black-working--2968 Firm Broad Nib

Esterbrook Eight Ball Single Pen Desk Set. Desk Pen Is Black With Clear Taper. Working, With New Sac Installed.

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen Restored 2668 Firm Medium Black/clear # 1503.

1951 Vintage Original Ad Esterbrook Fountain Pens For Your Desk. All Ads Are Original From A Magazine Publication, Not A Copy. All Ads Are High Quality, No Stains, Creases, Sharp Corners.

1950’s Restored Mid-century W/working Esterbrook Fountain Ink Pen Desk Set. Marked Esterbrook Made In U.s.a. Pen Is A Lever Filler, Steel Nib #2556. The Base Is A Heavy Stone Material In A Black With Felt Pad On Bottom. Display Stand Not Included.

Antique Esterbrook Dip Less Ink Fountain Pen Feed-matic Base Desk Set No. 444-b. Antique Esterbrook Dip Less Ink Fountain Pen Feed-matic Base Desk Set No. 444-b. The Item You See In The Images Above Are A Representation Of Item You Will Receive. They Will Show Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

1950’s Unique Deep Maroon Esterbrook Desk Pen Base W/ Ink Pen

Marked On Top Around Ink Pen Holder Esterbrook, Esterbrook, Esterbrook. Desk Pen Is Marked Esterbrook Made In U.s.a. Both The Pen And Base Are In Vg Condition. Pen Is Not Testedbeing Sold For Restoration, Parts, Or Collection.

Vintage Mcm Esterbrook Desk Set Ink Pen Well Holder & Lucite Fountain Pen. Rare Mcm Vintage Esterbrook Desk Set #112 Ink Pen Well Holder & Lucite Fountain Pen

Esterbrook Fountain Inkwell Pen Desk Set Base Fountain Pen Oval Black Base H2. This Listing Is For The Pictured Estherbrook Base And Fountain Pen. I Do Not Know The Exact Model Of This Item. I Do Not Know If The Pen Is Original. This Item Is In Good Condition With Signs Of Previous Ownership, Please Consider This For Display Purposes Only. If You Have Any Questions Please Ask We Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Thank You Shipping This Item Will Ship With Him 48 Hours Of Clear Payment Using Usps, Excluding Weekends

1952 Esterbrook 444 Fountain Pen Desk Sets Ink Camden Nj Vintage Print Ad

Q How Do You Make Sure My Ad Arrives Safely. Q Can I Get A Digital Copy Of My Ad. Q Will The Scan Lines Be On My Ad.

Esterbrook Vintage Eight 8 Ball Desk Set-black / Clear Transparent Fountain Pen

Estate Sale Find. I Have Not Used Or Tested The Pen. Condition Looks Good. Will Probably Need Cleaning. Nib Marked 2556.

Esterbrook 8 Ball Lever Fill Lucite Desk Fountain Pen Set Black Holder Stand Vin. This Is And Older Esterbrook "8 Ball" Fountain Pen Holder And Pen. 3.25" Across By 2" High. It Is In Excellent Condition With A Glass Like Shine The Fountain Pen Included Is A Lever Fill With A Clear Lucite End And Nib Marked Esterbrook2668made In U.s.a.

Vintage 1950's Esterbrook Fountain With Pen Desk Set No 114 Black & Red

Paint Has Flaked Off (see Pictures). Fountain Length 3 14", Width 2 12", Height 2", Weight 8.9oz.

New Vintage Esterbrook Dark Brown Desk Pen With 9451 New/box Master Nib, Fine. The Original Red Esterbrook Box Is Also In New Condition. There Is Esterbrook Paperwork Inside. A 75 Year Old Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen From 1940-50s. It Is New, Never Used. It Is "rigid Fine". This Pen And Nib Are New In Box, But 75 Years Old.

Borden's Dairy La Crosse, Wisconsin Advertising Fountain Pen Esterbrook Desk Set.

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Pen--gray With Clear Taper--new Sac--2668 Medium

Working, With New Sac Installed. Gray With Clear Taper.

Esterbrook Desk Set - Fountain Pen On Black 8-ball Base - 2556 Nib - 1950's

1950's Esterbrook Desk Set Ink Pen With Clear End

This Pen Fits Into A Desk Top Base. Display Stand Isnt Included. You Are Getting What Is Pictured.

Esterbrook Fountain Inkwell Pen Desk Set Base Fountain Pen H2. This Listing Is For The Pictures Estherbrook Base And Fountain Pen. I Do Not Know The Exact Model Of This Item. This Item Is In Good Condition With Signs Of Previous Ownership, Please Consider This For Display Purposes Only. If You Have Any Questions Please Ask We Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Thank You Shipping This Item Will Ship With Him 48 Hours Of Clear Payment Using Usps, Excluding Weekends

Vintage Rare Esterbrook No.444 Dip-less Fountain Well Desk Set

The Pen's Nip Reads Esterbrook 2550 Engraved On The Pen Body Made In Canada. The Base Reads Esterbrook No. 444 Made In Usa Dip-less Fountain Well.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Set, 2668 Nib & Pen In Slim Model Base Black Lint. Has Silver Stem To Open When Installing New Ink. Pen 7" To End Of Nib. Base 3 14" X 2 12" X 1 34".

Vintage Brand New Esterbrook Xx Desk Pen With Brand New Renew Nib 9450

Perfect For The Esterbrook Collection! What A Great Pen For Calligraphy!

Vintage Rare Esterbrook No.444g Dip-less Fountain Well Desk Set Green. Vintage Rare Esterbrook No.444g Dip-less Fountain Well Desk Set Green. The Item You See In The Images Above Are A Representation Of Item You Will Receive. They Will Show Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

Esterbrook Pen Desk Fountain Pen - Base Only - Black Ceramic

Esterbrook Pen Desk Fountain Pen. Base Only - Black Ceramic.

Vintage Deco Esterbrook Maroon Color Desk Top Single Pen Holder W/ Pen. The Pen Is An Esterbrook Black Body With Clear Tail Lever Filler. Pen Is Marked Monsanto Nitro. W. Va. 500,000 Manholes November 27, 1953. Pen Will Need Ink Sac. Not Testedbeing Sold For Restoration, Parts, Or Collection.

Esterbrook Desk Chain Pen-black +black Taperchrome Trim. Esterbrook Chain Desk Fountain Pen. Later Model Chain Pen With Chain Coming Out Of Back Of Pen.

Vintage Black Esterbrook Dipless Desk Dip Pen Dipless Base And Dipless Nib 5556

An Esterbrook "dipless" Desk Fountain Pen From 1940s. There Is No Filling System. This Is A Dip Pen. The Nib Is A 5556 "dip-less" Nib. There Is A Tiny Bend In One Of The Tines At The End. Shouldn't Hurt The Ink Flow.

For Esterbrook Fountain Pen Collectors! 1 Desk Blotter '50s 6 X 3.25"

one Esterbrook Desk Blotter, 3.25 X 6" "esterbrook Pens". We'll Also Send You A Copy Of An Esterbrook Magazine Ad From The 50s. This Piece Is In A- Condition.

Vtg Retro Esterbrook No. 112 Black Fountain Desk Base 8-ball Holder Original Box. Great Addition For A Retro Executive's Desk Collectors Piece. The Holder Is In Great Condition Nice And Shiny Black. Original Box But It Is Missing A Flap And Has Soft Edges From Age. No Marks Or Scuffs I Can See.

Usa Esterbrook Fountain Ink Pen Holder Felt Round Black 3.25" Desk Top Ship Free. We Strive For Fives!

Esterbrook Desk Chain Pen-black With Black Taper. Esterbrook Chain Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Black Taper.

Vintage Black Esterbrook Dipless Desk Dip Pen "feed-matic" New In Box 9556 Nib F. An Esterbrook Feed-matic "dipless" Desk Fountain Pen From 1940s. There Is No Filling System. This Is A Dip Pen. The 9556 Master Series Nib Is Tipped With "osmiridium" For A Smoother Writing Experience.

Vintage Art Deco Esterbrook Black & Clear Fountain Pen With Pump Filler Desk Set. For Your Consideration..... Vintage Esterbrook Desk Set Black Porcelain Base With A Felt Bottom Measures Approx. 3 12" X 2" High Clear & Black Fountain Pen With A Pump Filler Measures Approx 7" Long All Pieces Are Signed.

Vtg Black Esterbrook Desk Set With Fountain Pen ~ No. 112 ~ Made In Usa. Vtg Esterbrook Desk Set. With Fountain Pen. Color Black. Made In Usa.

Esterbrook Fountain Pen 2668 Desk Set 447 Vintage Bakelite

Complete And 100% Original With All Parts All Pieces Are Marked Esterbrook The Pen Has A 2668 Nib The Base Is A # 447 , Patent No. 2678635there Are 2 Small Blemishes On The Top Of The Base As Seen In Pictures Please View All Pictures And Feel Free To Ask Any Questions Prior To Purchase

Esterbrook 2140 ?? Desk-pen Lime Blue Base And Fountain Pen 2 Pens H2

I Am Not Sure Of The Exact Model Of These Pens. You Will Receive The Two Pictured Bases And Fountain Pens. The Photos You See Is The Exact Item You Will Receive.

Esterbrook Fountain Pen Pocket Set Desk Set Point Styles 1951 Vintage Print Ad

Q How Do You Make Sure My Ad Arrives Safely.

Esterbrook Boxed Desk Fountain Pen Brown

Esterbrook Boxed Desk Fountain Pen Brown. Looks Unused

Esterbrook Desk Pen--green Marble With Clear Taper. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Green Marble With Clear Taper.

Vintage Esterbook Black Eight Ball Desk Set With 1550 Nib & Clear Plastic Taper.

Esterbrook Desk Pen-black With Black Taper--9668 Firm Medium. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Used But Not Abused.

Esterbrook Black 8 Ball Desk Vintage Fountain Pen Set.

New/old Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen Lever Filler New/old 9460 Medium Master Nib

The Red Esterbrook Box Is Also In New Condition. There Is Esterbrook Paperwork Inside. A New But 75 Year Old Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen From 1940-50s With Original Sticker. It Is Also New, Never Used.

For Esterbrook Fountain Pen Collectors! 1 Desk Blotter '50s Mint

We'll Also Send You A Copy Of An Esterbrook Magazine Ad From The 50s. This Piece Is In Mint Condition. The Fine Print.

Vintage Esterbrook Black Eight Ball Lever Fill Desk Pen With Base 9550 Nib

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Pen--green Marble With Black Taper

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Green Marble With Black Taper.

New Vintage Esterbrook Green/gray Desk Pen With 9450 New/box Master Nib, Ex Firm

The Original Red Esterbrook Box Is Also In New Condition. There Is Esterbrook Paperwork Inside. A 75 Year Old Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen From 1940-50s. It Is New, Never Used. Greenish Gray Barrel With Clear Taper.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Style 1550 Nib Fountain Pen

This Is Approx.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen With Esterbrook 2556 Nib. Has Wear, Scuffing, Needs Ink.

Esterbrook Desk Top Fountain Pen Black 9556 Nib Firm Fine Lever Fill

As The History Of The Item Is Not Always Known. Pre-owned Used Condition. Shows Wear Light Scratches.

Esterbrook Desk Pen--green Marble With Clear Taper--fine Point. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Green Marble With Clear Taper.

Esterbrook Desk Chain Pen-black With Clear Taper

Esterbrook Chain Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Black Taper.

Esterbrook Desk Pen--9968 Nib-firm Broad Script

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Clear Taper. Working, With New Sac Installed.

Esterbrook Feed Matic Desk Set With Pen New Stock Complete 447 Nib

It Was The Largest Pen Manufacturer In The United States. This Is A Beautiful And Elegant Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen Set Complete With Base, Instructions, Nib Pen Box And Outer Sleeve. Made In Usa, 1940s.

Esterbrook Desk Pen - Black - Clear Taper - Lf -sst - Ss Esterbrook #9556 Nib -a.

Esterbrook Desk Pen - Lavender - Clear Taper - Lf -sst - Ss # 2668 Nib - G

Vintage Black Esterbrook Glass Desk Dip-less Fountain Well No. 444 Usa.

Black Esterbrook Pen Recorder Desk Set Base Only Clean No Pen 4 1/2" Chrome Ring

This One Is The Recorder Type. Good Overall Condition. Cork Bottom Is Also Clean And In Good Condition. Single Pen Type. No Pen Included. Grab The Desk Pen Holder For Your Own Office Or Collection.

Esterbrook Feed Matic Desk Set + Pen On Chain New Stock Complete 2668 Nib Last 1. I Have Two Of These That Are The Identical. The Only Difference Is That One Has A Nib Thats Boxed And The Other The Nib Has No Box. It Appears You Can Fill The Base With Ink.

1957 Member Championship Team Germany Army Football Desk Fountain Pen Esterbrook. Esterbrook 2668 Pen Nib.

New/old Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen Lever With New/old 1554 Fine Nib Clear Taper

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Vintage Rare Esterbrook No.444c Dip-less Fountain Well Desk Set Clear

Vintage Rare Esterbrook No.444c Dip-less Fountain Well Desk Set Clear. The Item You See In The Images Above Are A Representation Of Item You Will Receive. They Will Show Signs Of Previous Ownership. No Other Accessories Other Than What Is Pictured Above Will Be Included. If You Have Any Questions Comments Or Concerns Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Me And I Will Respond As Soon As Possible. Buy With Confidence, Thank You. Shipping This Item Will Be Shipped Via Usps Or Fedex Within 48 Hours Of Cleared Payment.

Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen #2668 Fountain Pen Black . Vintage Esterbrook Desk Pen #2668 Fountain Pen Black. Condition Is Pre-owned. Please View Photos. Shipped Usps First Class Mail.

Esterbrook Vintage Eight Ball Desk Set-black-working--1554 Firm Fine Nib. Esterbrook 1554 Nib Firm Fine Nib. Esterbrook Eight Ball Single Pen Desk Set. Desk Pen Is Black With Clear Taper.

Vintage Mid Century Esterbrook Desk Set Ink Well & Pen Clear/black.

Esterbrook Fountain Desk Pen Set--no. 112 With Holder--cracked Pen. Esterbrook Fountain Desk Pen Set--no. 112 With Holder. Original Box And Paperwork. Includes #2556 Nib. End Where Nib Screws In Is Cracked. Box Is Damaged. Not Tested For Functionality.

Esterbrook Vintage Eight Ball Desk Set-black-working--chain Model. Esterbrook 1551 Nib. Desk Pen Is Black With Clear Taper. Working, With New Sac Installed.

Vintage Brand New Esterbrook Xx Desk Pen With Brand New Renew Nib 2668. Perfect For The Esterbrook Collection! What A Great Pen For Calligraphy!

Esterbrook Desk Pen--black With Clear Taper--1550 Nib--extra Fine

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. 1550 Firm Extra Fine Nib.

Esterbrook Desk Pen - Black - Clear Taper - Lf -sst - Ss Esterbrook #1550 Nib- B

Esterbrook Vintage Desk Pen-black With Black Taper--9550 Firm Extra Fine

Black With Clear Taper.

Esterbrook Desk Pen--black With Clear Taper--9555 Nib--extra Fine. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. 9555 Firm Extra Fine Nib.

Vtg Esterbrook Red/clear Fountain Pen W/9314bnib Desk Top Ink Well Used Untested. The Nob Tip Is Broken And Will Need Replaced. This Is A Used Fountain Pen Wnormal Wear For Age. You Will Receive The Item(s) In Pictures.

Esterbrook Dip-less Vintage Fountain Pen And Ink Holder Desk Set No. 444.

Esterbrook Desk Pen-black With Black Taper--1554 Firm Fine. Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Black Taper. Used But Not Abused.

Esterbrook Desk Pen-black With Black Taper--9550 Firm Extra Fine

Esterbrook Desk Fountain Pen. Black With Black Taper.