CF Waterman Converters
These CF Waterman converters for the older Waterman CF fountain pens have recently arrived at Penbox having been found amongst the stock of a now closed UK stationery business.
Waterman first produced their CF cartridge filler fountain pen in the late 1950s but it was not until the 1970s that the pen became a best seller in Europe. The grip section was inlaid with metal trim along its length to cohere with the design of the semi hooded nib and the tapered design of the barrel and cap. Produced into the 1980s in a variety of finishes and having sold well, many Waterman CF fountain pens are still in regular use and treasured by their owners.
One thing to note is that CF ink cartridges are no longer available, and in the absence of having a converter, some owners have resorted to refilling an old ink cartridge with a syringe. So hang onto one of your old C. F. ink cartridges.
Check out our Waterman Pen Refills page on our pen shop website to purchase one of these scarce pen convertors.
Graf von Faber-Castell Anello Fountain Pens
The Graf von Faber-Castell Anello fountain pens are available with barrels finished in ivory, black and grandilla wood. Platinum plated or rose gold metal rings separate the individual segments of the barrel. The barrels consists of segments of either grenadilla wood, ivory or black resin, whilst the caps, sprung pocket clip, gripping section and barrel terminal are platinum or rose gold plated. Brushed matt gold and titanium finished versions were produced in the past but are no longer available. Features include a sprung pocket clip, 18k gold/rhodium plated two tone nib, screw on cap, ink cartridge or ink converter filling system and all variants are presented in a wooden pen box. Since writing we understand that the rose gold version has also now been discontinued.
The GvFC writing collection is a range of pens and accessories of the very best quality which also includes a line of premium pencils with a replaceable eraser, a pocket clip and integrated sharpener (The Perfect Pencil). Materials used to produce their writing instruments include precious metals and high grade woods. Each year since 2003 they have also produced a limited edition fountain (The Pen of The Year).
GvFC Pen of The Year 2005
Founded in 1761, Graf von Faber-Castell developed into the largest graphite and coloured pencil crayon manufacturer in Europe. Long since they have also become know worldwide for their writing instruments of all types and since 2003 have been producing a limited edition collection of “Pen of The Years”. In 2005 we saw the production of a the Graf von Faber Castell Pen of The Year 2005 finished in stingray leather (Galuchat) in varying shades of olive and grey. Each fountain pen having a unique finish of olive green, ivory hues or anthracite grey nuances. An unusual feature of this pen is the platinum plated bridge that runs the length of the barrel along with the stingray leather finish.
As we type, seventeen years since its production in 2005, we have one of these unique fountain pens available at Penbox.
M200 Pelikan Classic Brown
The M200 Pelikan Classic fountain pen in the marbled brown finish was first introduced to the Pelikan Classic pen range in 2018. The barrel has an attractive marbled brown and pearl finish with a translucent ink view window. All trim and nib are both gold plated. Filling is with bottled writing inks only and uses the piston filling mechanism as per the prestige Souverän range of Pelikan fountain pens. The dimensions of this small fountain pen are: Cap on: 125mm, Cap off: 121mm, Cap posted: 148mm, Width: 11.9mm, Weight: 14g. Packaged in a gift box as imaged above. We now have a few of these available at Penbox fitted with fine or medium nib grades.
Pelikan Pen Case for Twenty Pens TGX20
The TGX20 Pelikan pen case is the perfect solution for the storage and protection of up to twenty pens. In contrast to the single, double and trio Pelikan pen cases that have been a regular component in the range of pen cases from Pelikan, the TGX-20 is something of a rarity. Having not been available for several years and mostly sold into Asia they are now rarely seen out in the wild or available for purchase. If you are looking for that perfect gift for the pen addict in your life or looking to spoil yourself, this stylish quality black leather pen case could be just what your looking for. Find them under Pelikan pen cases on our website.
Limited Edition Montegrappa Amerigo Vespucci Fountain Pen
In the late fifties, a US Navy aircraft carrier encountered a beautiful looking sailing ship with a hull painted in alternating horizontal black and white stripes, three tall masts with massive sails. When it came alongside, the Americans asked “What ship are you?” “Ship Vespucci of the Italian Navy” came the reply. “You are the most beautiful ship in the world” responded those on the US Navy aircraft carrier. In 2001 Montegrappa produced a limited edition fountain pen paying tribute to the Vespucci, having a cap crafted of black and ivory coloured celluloid with a sterling silver overlayed barrel featuring an engraving of the ship in full sail, engraved floral decoration, and a silver figural pocket clip.
From the “Le Signore del Mare” (The Ladies of the Sea) pen collection from Montegrappa.
Visit the pen shop website for more detail, availability and pricing of this rare limited edition from Montegrappa Amerigo Vespucci .
Pelikan Souveran M605 Green White Fountain Pen
This Special Edition Pelikan Souveran M605 Green White fountain pen arrived at Penbox and other prestige pen shops in July 2021. The fountain pen has a green and white laminated cellulose acetate barrel, white cap, and palladium plated trim with a 14k gold rhodium finished nib. The choice of nib grades are extra fine, fine, medium and broad to meet all writing preferences. Filling is with a piston mechanism and a bottled writing ink of your choice. A matching ballpoint is also available to accompany the fountain pen. These special edition Souverän® Green White pens come in an elegant gift box with green ribbon detail.
Visit the Penbox pen shop for pricing and availability of the Pelikan Souveran M605 Green White fountain pen.
Pelikan Pen Collectors Cabinet Pen Box
This pen box cabinet from Pelikan is suitable for the safe storage of up to 24 pens. The three draws have eight slots each and can accommodate both standard and most larger and even oversized writing instruments. The draws are lined with cream coloured faux leather and will protect your treasured pens from being marked whilst in storage. The glass top of the cabinet allows for the viewing of the top tray of pens. This pen box cabinet is constructed from MDF that has then been veneered in walnut to achieve a very pleasant finish in combination with the brushed finish to the metal handles on each of the draws. Coming from Pelikan and obviously intended to provide safe keeping of their pens the cabinet features the Pelikan logo on both the front and back. The bottom of this pen cabinet is covered in a felt type material and also has small rubber pads on the corners of the base to protect any surface it may be placed upon. The dimensions are; width 25cm, depth 20cm (21.2cm including the handles), height 13.5cm.
Visit the Penbox pen shop to view this collectors pen box in the store or visit Pelikan Pen Cabinet on the Penbox website.
Tombow Zoom Egg Pens
In 1986 Tombow launched the Zoom brand to develop pens intended to break the mould and stimulate creativity. A year later in 1987 Zoom launched a rollerball pen called the “808” which soon became referred to as the Egg Pen for obvious reasons. Although first produced as a rollerball pen a fountain pen version soon followed. Probably the widest of pens, its innovative appearance and metal gift box made it an ideal novelty gift, in addition to being a very able writing instrument. The Tombow Zoom Egg Pen at various stages was produced in white, silver, black and a grey soft touch finish. Although having now been discontinued for several years we still have a few available to purchase at Penbox.
Zoom Tombow Egg Pens
Zoom Egg Pen by Tombow
M600 Pelikan Souveran Vibrant Orange Fountain
M600 Pelikan Souveran Vibrant Orange
A couple of Special Edition Pelikan Souveran Vibrant Orange fountain pens have just emerged from the Penbox stockroom having been there since circa 2018, when this special edition pen was produced by Pelikan. These pens are no longer available and these two examples now feature on our website at Vibrant Orange Souverän.
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