Bidspirit auction | FRENCH WATERMAN 18K GOLD NIB
FRENCH WATERMAN 18K GOLD NIB WOOD FOUNTAIN PEN - A French Waterman fountain pen featuring a natural wood barrel and cap, likely from the Le Man 100 series. The pen is accented with gold-plated trim bands, an articulated clip, and a cap finial inset with a gold-toned ”W” logo medallion. The cap band is impressed along the lower edge ”WATERMAN MADE IN FRANCE”. The pen is fitted with a two-tone 18k gold nib stamped ”Ideal WATERMAN 18K-750 PARIS” featuring the globe emblem. stationery, luxury, writing, instrument, briarwood, collector, estate, autograph, fine, desk, accessories Dimensions L: 5 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Very good pre-owned condition. The natural wood barrel and cap show smooth surfaces with light handling wear and subtle grain variations. The gold-plated trim, rings, and clip display bright luster with minor micro-scratching. The two-tone 18k gold nib is intact and free of visible deformation or ink staining. Mechanical functionality and internal ink filling system are untested.