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Pen 3330:  Sheaffer Targa Classic (full size) $240 SOLD  Laque Blue Ronce (model 1036)
Overall Grade: Mint Stickered	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS: Mint condition with price sticker. An early pattern, reportedly laquered and polished 14 times by hand.

Pen 4087 :  Sheaffer (for Levengers) Connaisseur  $215 SOLD   2nd Gen Orange-Copper: Includes Converter
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  NA	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Exc	clarity: Perfect of course
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2",  14cm	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS: The for-Levengers first series featured  translucent/transparent  "Seas" colors, and  the second series had palladium trim. Sheaffer manufactured the Levenger variants from 1998-2001 or so.  All pens have solid gold nibs, with those found with the Levengers second series having a white finish.  Grand Connaisseur has two-tone gold nib. As a Levenger's viersion this has the white-tone solid gold 14k nib, writing a nice medium line These are cartridge/converter filling, and all pens sold in this cluster save one have converters, these days a $20 value each.

Pen 4093   :  Sheaffer Legacy (1st style: 1996) SOLD Fountain Pen: $315 SOLD BallPoint $165 SOLD Set: $440 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC SOLD
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5.5" 14cm	PRICE: $See above
COMMENTS:  Legacy really is a legacy, bringing into modernity the form of Sheaffer's vaunted PFM (1959-1963+), Legacy was released in 1996, featuring what appears to be a Touchdown filling system though featuring an internal converter activated via Touchdown-like action. Later pens would see conventional cartridge/converter. All here have the more appealing pseudo-Touchdown system. This laquer-finish blue with brushed gold-plated cap is one of the early Legacy pens, from around 1996.  Fountain pen has original chalk mark on gripping section, citing the medium point, though the nib looks on the fine side of medium to my eye.

Pen 4088: Sheaffer Targa Model 1080   $265 SOLD Classic (full size) Cadmium Yellow Swirl
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: As mint	Color: Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Offered from 1976 though the end of the 1990s, Cadmium Swirl appeared 1995-1996, offered I think only in the standard size (Classic) line. Part of the Laque line, it featured 14 layers of lacquer, hand polished, yada yada. The Targas have come into their own the past couple years, quite a bit different from 15 years ago when Sheaffer blew out remaining stock through some wholesaling stores online.  Cadmium swirl is one of the more desirable Laque colors, Nice medium point. Nearmint with nib grade chalk mark still visible on gripping section.  Sheaffer Converter (these days a $20+ value) included.

Pen 4107 :  Sheaffer Modern Crest $295 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint/Nearmint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM/M	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Broad	Imprint:  Superb	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  The 1990s "modern" Crest channeled the look of the 1950s Snorkel. The Nova series offered four colors, Cadmium Yellow (yellow laque) the most desirable. The one is as-mint with hard-to-find hefty broad "signature" nib, still with the "B" chalk-mark ont he gripping section.

Pen 4117  SheafferSnorkel Clipper  $425 SOLD Reverse Trim
Overall Grade As-mint	Metal: superb	Color:  NA	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5.5" 14 cm	PRICE: $425 SOLD
COMMENTS: Snorkel has risen in appeal amongst collectors the past decade. This one is frankly rare. I've seen probably a dozen reverse trim pens the past 20 years, and probably did not encounter my first until ten years ago. I've seen no catalogue documentation for this odd variant. I remain overdue to review the Sheaffer service manuals.

Pen 4061 K: Sheaffer Thin Model Touchdown 1951 $235 SOLD Nearmint-Mint. Flex nib
Overall Grade: Narmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Flex Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: TM TD preceded the better known Sheaffer Snorkel, and looks greatly like that pen, though of course having non-snork Touchdown filling system. Snorks and TM TD with two tone gold nibs (suchas this) typically have a stamped line separating the white and yellow portion of the nib. Flex nibs lack that stamped line. This one is a bit odd in that it has the stamped separator but nonetheless has remarkable flexibility, going from medium to at least broad.  A neat 1950s Sheaffer.

Pen 4052 Sheaffer Thin Model Touchdown 1951 $235 SOLD Nearmint-Mint. Flex-ish nib (wth flex-implying markings)
Overall Grade: Narmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Broad Semi-Flex	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: TM TD preceded the better known Sheaffer Snorkel, and looks greatly like that pen, though of course having non-snork Touchdown filling system. Snorks and TM TD with two tone gold nibs (suchas this) typically have a stamped line separating the white and yellow portion of the nib. Flex nibs lack that stamped line. This one lacks the separation line and indeed has flex, but I can't call it full flex, rather let's say semi flex. Ths one writes a monster broad line with additional width when the semi-flex kicks in. A big bold signature nib that is not often found in 1950s USA-made pens.  A neat 1950s Sheaffer.

Pen 4016  Sheaffer Balance Premier (Oversized) Carmine Celluloid 1939-1941   $645 SOLD On hold for customer
Overall Grade: Excellent+	Metal: Superb	Color:  Superb	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine to Extra Fine	Imprint:  Superb	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $645
COMMENTS:  A simply superb oversized lever-fill Balance, relatively scarce in Carmine Celluloid. Clean plastic and trim, sharp Sheaffer barrel imprint, clean nib and moderate gripping section ("Visometer") transparency. Collector grade all the way, the sort I hunt for my own collection. Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my wee hoard, following only the Parker Vacumatic. Smooth writer on the extra fine side of fine point.

Pen 4017-K  Sheaffer Balance Premier (Oversized) Carmine Celluloid  1939-1941 $615 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Superb	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Excellent
Point: X-Fine	Imprint:  NSuperb	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $615
COMMENTS:  A very crisp plunger-fill oversized Balance, relatively scarce in Carmine Celluloid. Clean plastic and trim, sharp Sheaffer barrel imprint, clean nib and excellent amber barrel trasparency (plunger-fill pens featured clear barrel stripes, unlike lever-fill pens)  Plunger-fill Balances, eschewed in the early days of our hobby due to the challenge in getting them up and running, have come into their own the past ten years due to new restoration techniques. These hold hefty ink volumes. This one is freshly restored, having been done the proper way. A very clean pen with smooth fine (leaning toward extra fine) point.

Pen 4023  Sheaffer Balance Admiral  1936-8 $335 SOLD Rose Glow Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Ex	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Exc
Point: Fine to XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $335
COMMENTS: Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my own collecting, having filled a niche in the 1930s similar to my primary focus, the Parker Vacumatic. Almost all points about Balance collecting carry caveats, but generally Rose Glow is considered the most desirable color, particularly in oversized, which is quite hard to find. This one is standard size, as long as the oversized but a smidgeon more slender. Offered 1936-8 in this size (or was 1937 the end... must check), the standard diameter pen could be had White Dot (Lifetime nib $10 price) which would take name Statesman in 1938 or as non-White Dot (Feather Touch nib $5 price), which would be granted the name Admiral in 1938.  This one is Admiral.  It pops. Clean color, trim, imprint and nib. If this were the White Dot overized in this condition we'd be looking at $1200-1400. Save a millimeter or so in diameter and a grand in your wallet.

Pen 4068   1940-41 Sheaffer Valiant: Military Clip Balance $155 SOLD Black Celluloid. Larger Size. White Dot
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Extra Fine*	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size:   5 1/4" 13.3 cm	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS: The military (over-the-top) clip Balances were introduced near the end of the Balance's 12-ish year run. The clip allowed flap shirt pockets to remain closed while holding pen.  I've written about them before online, and I have a nice spread in my personal collection, including some quite unusual variants. But, I've not offered many for sale over the years. This one is the large model as high-line White Dot pen, the first Sheaffer to be called Valiant, a name that would be used again and again for years to come. This one all told is quite clean, with minimal plastic wear, unbrassed trim and sharp manufacturer's imprint. It writes well The nib should be two tone, and this one is monotone. It would be odd for such a clean nib and pen to have lost the plating on the nib from wear or polishing, but obviously I cannot insist it left the factory this way. A small thing. Smooth extra-fine point.

Pen 4047  1947 Sheaffer "For Your Autograph"  $275 SOLD Black with Solid Gold trim. Lever Fill. Probably 1947
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Superb
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  Superb	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: Solid Gold Trim (cap band and clip) and an original $20 price, rendered the Autograph (formally "For Your Autograph" a rather lofty model. This one has no personalization, with clean cap-band. Celluloid gave way to Forticel injection plastic in 1948, and the plunger-fill era gave way to the Touchdown in 1949. As lever-pens (a marked minority) were offered throughout and as the pne is black (which was done in all three eras), it can be a bit tough to pin the exact date for the pen. With the striped black/clear gripping section, I think this dates to the end of the plunger-fill era, probably 1947.  Clean pen. Clean trim. Nice writing realllly fine point, between perhaps XF and Accountant.

Pen 3568 mf:  Sheaffer Touchdown Tuckaway Prussian Blue  $225 SOLD Mint. Stickered. Huge Nib
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Mint
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 4 3/4" 12.5cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens. Tuckway, proper (the model, noit the series) is full girth with full-length  (clasp clip) cap with short barrel, a squat stubby thing. It was renamed from Tuckaway II the prior year, but in fact effectively is a Statesman Tuckaway, the short form of Statesman. Found with large and small nibs (both same model name though different code, possibly a nib evolution during the two year run), this one has the big nib. Mint with cap sticker.  Fully restored but may not be returned if inked/dipped.

Pen 4073-Z:  1942-5 Sheaffer WWII-era "TRIUMPH" with "reverse trim"  $300 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc+	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Superb
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  5 1/4" 13.3 cm	PRICE: $300 SOLD
COMMENTS: Do check out my article a few months back about Sheaffer's WWII era "TRIUMPH" series, back copies still available at  Fountain Pen Journal-click.  A high quality though underappreciated pen, "TRIUMPH" has gained cachet as the fountain pen restorers have grown more capable of dealing with Sheaffer's plunger-fill system.  This one is a bit special.  Yeah, it's in  superb condition in jet black with terrifica barrel clarity and a sweet wet-writing medium point. But, better, the pen has "reverse trim", with the  quite minority chrome (instead of gold-filled)  furniture.  For "TRIUMPH" this was a catalogued option for black pens, but today is found probably 1 for every 50 pens with GF trim.  It is very hard to find these clean, as chrome plated trim speckles and wears roughly, and won't take polish as does gold-filled trim. This one pops. The trim is superb. I put it up for sale only as I have a mint stickered set still, which I think I bought from Mike Kirk at an Ohio Pen Show more than ten years ago.

Pen 4055 K:  Sheaffer  Flat-top, mid 1920s  $265 SOLD Black Celluloid. Oversized.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF to XXF	Imprint:  Extra Fine	Size: 5.25" 13.3 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Sheaffer did a fine job with the classic 1920s "flat top" look. After moving from hard rubber to Celluloid, the earliest black OS pens had single cap-band. Green I know switched to double band in late 1920s, and perhaps black did too; I need to review my collection. With the "late" OS's from the a1930s, a low-set clip and single cap-band ruled again. This one is mid-late 1920s. Clean OS nib. Clean trim. Clean imprint. Not bad for 90 years aold. Remarkably fine point, pushing XXF or Accountant rather than just XF

Pen 4089 K: Sheaffer Balance Petite Set 1932-ish: $275 SOLD Uncommon Blue Celluloid.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: XF-Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 1/8" 10.5 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: The mottled Celluloid Sheaffer called Blue was different in pattern as well as color from anything else in the Sheaffer line. Offered around 1931-2 it could be had only as third line (3-25 nib or later #3 nib) slender pens, either long-slender or Petite (extra-short slender). The color was also offered (rare today) as non-Balance Sheaffer Junior.  The Petite line offers charm in general, beyond Blue, as it is relatively uncommon and particularly charming. It channels a bit of the magic of other tiny models, such as Parker's Duofold Vest Pocket model and outprices typical slender ladies' models. This one is quite nice. Color is excellent, top 5-10%, as most in this color have seen the blue fade to a drab gray-blue. Pencil has bit of lightening of some of the black panels.  Freshly restored, this one writes a nice very fine line. It has no real flex, but is responsive enough to give just a hint of line shading with a bit of pressure. There is a pin mark/pin-ding to bottom edge of cap-band just below clip ball (shown in pic). Nib is Sheaffer #3 which I think kicked in just after this model was sold (usually 3-25 nib), but the edges are fuzzy enough this could have been factory with the tail end of production. In any case, the #3 nib and 3-25 nib are same tier, size, and value today.  Neat little set not often on the market.

Pen 4095 K:  Sheaffer Balance Statesman  $225 SOLD  Late 1930s. Marine Green Celluloid. Smooth XF point
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.9 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS: Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection, and perhaps you can see why, Statesman (long-standard, White Dot, Lifetime nib) is the 2nd largest Balance, same length but mm or so thinner than the oversized Premier. As with Vacumatic Major, this model offers good mix of price and size for entry to collecting the series. Gem condition with very smooth truly extra-fine point. Nice mirror finish to the two tone nib.

Pen 4057 Sheaffer Original Crest 1937-1941  $285 Black Celluloid with Gold-Filled Cap. Very clean
Overall Grade: Excellent+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" , 14cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS:  Original Crest (1937-1941) has a lot going for it, and long has traveled a bit under the collecting radar. I won't try to repeat my entire article on this pen done for Fountain Pen Journal- (link), but Paul might still have copies of Issue 1.2 available.  Long and erroneously called "1st year Crest" by collectors, this series dates to 1937-1941. The flush metal cap and the hourglass section with distal threads were novel. The look was borrowed by Parker in 1940 for the Vacumatic Imperial.  Pens could be had as lever-filler with opaque barrel (as is this one) or plunger-filler, with partially transparent barrel.  Lever pens make for easier restoration.  These are hard to find without cap-dings, which cannot be removed readily (as  Parker 51 dents can be removed).  This is the larger of the two original Crest models and ran $13.75 originally. This pen dates probably  to 1939-1941, as the cap has lines all around without an open space (cartouche) for engraving and as it lacks the pin in the gripping section. This one is clean. No dents in cap. nice transparency in gripping section. Clear mirror-finish tw tone nib. Smooth realllly fine point (Extra Fine). I have an extensive collection of Original Crest as well as 1940s "TRIUMPH" Sheafffers. This probably is the cleanest original Crest I've had chance to offer on the website. It kills me a bit that it prices a bit under a slew of well more prevalent late 1950s Sheaffer Snorkels, but the market is the market.

Pen 4063 K: Sheaffer Balance Oversize "Uber Autograph"  $650 SOLD A rare off-catalogue variant with huge fully hallmarked gold cap-band
Overall Grade: Exc-NM	Metal: Exc+	Color:  Exc	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF to F	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5.5", 14cm	PRICE: $650
COMMENTS: A special creature. If you know what it is, realize this is the first I've had for sale (I own a few after 20 years acollecing) and skip the discussion. For those new to this sort, note that Sheaffer made oversized Balances typically with gold-filled trim. Upgrading to the model called Autograph (yes that was the model name), the price bumped from $10 to $25 and one received a wider cap-ring that was solid and hallmarked 14k gold along with a clip of similarly hallmarked gold.  Autographs are not rare, though have good cachet and value.  The uber-Autograph is an entirely different beast. The cap ring is huge compared even to Autograph's and of course is of hallmarked 14k gold. I doubt I've seen a dozen all told since I started collecting Balance. All have been black save for one in mottled Marine Green, which I also own. We speculate these were special order pens targeting awards, gifts and such.  This variant is the King of the black Balances, far more rare than, say, even Rose Glow oversized, but it also is more esoteric, appealing to a smaller audience. But, if you dabble at collecting "advanced" Balances. It's overdue to be featured in the Black Pen Society. It gives me agita to think that this rarity underprices a modern Montblanc 149, but what can one do... This example is very clean. It saw little to no use and pushes for near mint conidtion. Gripping section has superb transparency. Nib has mirror two tone finish and nice quite fine point, a smooth writer. Plastic is clean. Imprint is great.  I had this restored couple years ago. I will delay shipping until mid-late Feb as I need to put a dab of orange shellac on the gripping section. If i an order some will do that next week at work. Otherwise will have restorer do at the LA Pen Show in couple weeks. Reserve this one now

Pen 3554 mf: Sheaffer Snorkel Saratoga. Black   $135 SOLD
Overall Grade: MINT	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. Mint Condition with no traces of ink on dipping. Medium nib seems quite smooth on water testing.

Tray 1007: Sheaffer Thin Model Touchdown 1951 All with Special Nibs
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COMMENTS:  Vacumania makes a large market in the 1952-9 Sheaffer Snorkel. The Thin Model Touchdown (TM TD) preceded Snorkel by a year, looking quite similar, but lacking the snorkel itself.  Exotic nibs for Snorkel and for TM TD attract attention, both for their appeal to the scribe-oriented hobbyists, and for their scarcity. Flex Triumph and Flex two-tone open nibs can be identified by lack of a stamped divider lines between the plated and gold portions.  I had the good fortune to buy two collections of special-nib pens at the Washington DC Pen Show last year. A couple never made it home with me and a couple sold at the Los Angeles Pen Show last month. There are some neat items in this bunch. CLICK FOR LARGER PIC LEFT to RIGHT:
Tray Slot	Item #	Model/Color:	Details	Nib:	Price:
1	3680	TM TD Valiant Black (Triumph Nib)	Nearmint-Mint	STUB Triumph nib.	$245 SOLD
2	3681	TM TD Valiant Black (Triumph Nib)	Nearmint-Mint	Broad Triumph nib.	$225
3	3682	TM TD Statesman Black	Nearmint-Mint	Broad+	$210
4	3683	TM TD Valiant Black (Triumph Nib)	NM-M	Flex-Fine Triumph nib.	$295 SOLD
5	3684	TM TD Valiant Black	NM-M	Semi-Flex Stub. Flex indicated by lack of divider line between the two colors on the nib, but this one really is semi-flex, not full flex. Scarce nib	$255
6	3685	TM TD Statesman Black	NM-M	Double Broad Flex. Sorry, sold at the LA Pen Show.	$260 SOLD
7	3686	TM TD Blue. Canadian	Excellent	Oblique Broad (Right Hand). Scarce Nib	$235 SOLD
8	3687	TM TD Green. Canadian	Excellent	Medium+, High Flex. Scarce Nib	$265 SOLD
9	3688	STM TD Crest. Blue	Excellent	Canadian, with chiseled double-broad oblique nib with marked italic features.  The only Triumph nib of this sort I've ever seen. (Sold at the LA Pen Show)	$300 SOLD

Pen 3869 :  Vacuum-Fil (Sheaffer sub-brand) Marine Green Celluloid  $110 Standard Size. 1934-1935. Huge Ink-View Window. Semi Flex Nib. Priced down, as cap rests slightly off center when capped
Overall Grade: Extra Fine*	Trim: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: See below	clarity: Fine
Point: Semi Flex Fine-to-Med	Imprint:Exc	Size: 5" 12.8cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS:  Sheaffers first stab at clear-barrels and plunger-fillers, done before introducing that filling system to its high-line Balance series. A large clear ink window was offered, to show off the ink filling system and storage capacity. This is the middle size, with typical Sheaffer standard diameter.   This one is in ok shape. Color, trim and transparency are in sound  "extra fine" condition. Bit of brassing. Bit of ambering. Sharp imprint. Clean nib.  It has had the full and proper $40 plunger-fill restoration and carries function warranty.  In  this condition I'd typically offer this one around $175, but when the cap closes (nice snug and smooth closure) it rests a bit cockeyed on cap, just  a bit off center. Big gold nib has proper "Vacuum-Fil" markings and  is semi-flex. The pen  writes nicely.

Pen 3847 :  Sheaffer Balance  Gray Pearl (red-veined gray) 1934-5  $275 SOLD  Long-Standard White Dot model (what one day would be the Statesman)
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exclelent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  A "better" color Balance, offered just a couple years. Often found with chemical degredation (crazing) and with mechanical flaws (hairlines), this one lacks those flaws. Nice color, no cracks, excellent trim. Nice writer.

Pen 3086  Sheaffer "Lady Sheaffer" Prototype (?) Pattern.   $300 SOLD
Overall Grade:  MINT	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	threads:  Mint	clarity: NA
Point: Fine or Fine-Med	Imprint:  NA	Size:   5 1/4" 13.5cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:   Lady Sheaffer flies a bit under the radar, overshadowed by general era cohorts, Imperial and Targa.  It is a solid pen of metal construction with various finishes (often fragile) applied to the metal. This one is part of a collection of five mint pens in patterns I've never seen before. I am told these represent true prototypes (though the lines sometimes are painfully blurry amongst "prototype", "low run" and "hey it just must be rare if I've never seen one"). This one has Palladium-Silver  point of the upturned/inserted variety (not "Triumph"). Color is periwinkle making ahelically-wrapped grid of open and lined rhomboids. Chrome clip is matched with the whilte-lined pattern (the red and black pens of this sort have gold-tone lines and gold-filled clip).  Neat item for one who seeks something unusual from late 1950's Sheaffer.   Cartridge/converter filling. I fitted this one with a mint converter.

Pen 3087 Sheaffer "Lady Sheaffer" Prototype (?) Pattern.   $300 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med-ish point	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/4 " 13.4 cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS: Lady Sheaffer flies a bit under the radar, overshadowed by general era cohorts,Imperial and Targa.  It is a solid pen of metal construction with various finishes (often fragile) applied to the metal. This one is part of a collection of five mint pens in patterns I've never seen before. I am told these represent true prototypes (though the lines sometimes are painfully blurry amongst "prototype", "low run" and "hey it just must be rare if I've never seen one").  Color is burgundy with a helically-wrapped grid making open and lined rhomboids. Gold-filled  clip is matched with the gold-lined pattern (the red and black pens of this sort have gold-tone lines and gold-filled clip, the Periwinkle with silver-tone lines has chrome clip). Neat item for one who seeks something unusual from late 1950's Sheaffer.   Takes cartridge/converter, and I've fitted this one with a mint converter.

Pen 3088  Sheaffer "Lady Sheaffer" Prototype (?) Pattern.   $325 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: X-Fine	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 7/16th" 14 cm	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS: Lady Sheaffer flies a bit under the radar, overshadowed by general era cohorts, Imperial and Targa.  It is a solid pen of metal construction with various finishes (often fragile) applied to the metal. This one is part of a collection of five mint pens in patterns I've never seen before. I am told these represent true prototypes (though the lines sometimes are painfully blurry amongst "prototype", "low run" and "hey it just must be rare if I've never seen one").  This one in fact is a bit longer than the other Lady Sheaffers I've handled.  This very unusual "organic" pattern appears to be done via a layering of black enamel over gold-tone metal, with the black then randomly abraded (miniature ice-cream scoop?) revealing "bacterial" blots of gold-tone metal.  Neat item for one who seeks something unusual from late 1950's Sheaffer.   Takes cartridge/converter, and I have fitted this one with a mint converter. I also fitted a mint-stickered nib-section assembly to what was just an empty shell, when I'd bought the collection.  The sticker makes for an unduly snug fit, so if you plan to leave the sticker in place, do NOT force closed the pen. If you want to close (and/or use) the pen, i suggest removing the sticker so as not to put too much pressure on the fragile section.

Pen 3492  Sheaffer Valor Fountain Pen  $225
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Fine	Color: NA
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine-Medium	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/16 " 13 cm	PRICE: $225 SOLD
COMMENTS: Done in black acrylic with gold-plated trim and featuring the classic Sheaffer inlaid nib (intro'd 1959) this modern Valor is selling discounted from its $365 at a price of $295 at several online sources.  This near mint example writes a smooth easy line. For old pens I'd consider this a fine-medium, though I suspect to modern collectors it will be viewed as a relatively plump fine point.  Ready to use. Heavily discounted. Includes Sheaffer converter.

Tray 1016: Sheaffer Legacy. 1996-2000 or so
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COMMENTS:  Legacy really is a legacy, bringing into modernity the form of Sheaffer's vaunted PFM (1959-1963+), Legacy was released in 1996, featuring what appears to be a Touchdown filling system though featuring an internal converter activated via Touchdown-like action. Later pens would see conventional cartridge/converter. All here have the more appealing pseudo-Touchdown system. The Green/Red/Blue Lacque pens are very early issue, not seen very often these days. CLICK FOR LARGER PIC LEFT to RIGHT:
Tray Slot	Item #	Model/Condition	Details	Nib:	Price:
1	3761	Black laque finish.	Nearmint-mint	Fine	$210 SOLD
2	3762	Green Laque. Two Tone Cap.	Nearmint-mint	Fine-ish Medium	$265 SOLD
3	3763	Blue Laque. Two Tone Cap.	Nearmint-mint	Medium	$265 SOLD
4	3764	Red Laque. Two Tone Cap.	Nearmint-mint	Medium-ish	$265 SOLD
5	3765	Green Laque. Gold Tone Cap.	Nearmint-mint	Reverse Oblique. Scarce Nib	$300 SOLD
6	3766	Blue Laque. Gold  Tone Cap.	Nearmint-mint	Fine	$265 SOLD
7	3767	Lambrou Classic Pens Limited Edition. "Washington" CP4. Solid Sterling	Nrmint-Mint	Fine-medium	$625
8	3768	Sterling with Vermeil cap-band			$315 SOLD
9	3769	Lambrou Classic Pens Limited Edition. "Richmond" CP4. Solid Sterling	Nearmint-mint	Medium.	$625
10	3770	Hallmarked Sterling. Vermeil cap-band. Possible mix vs another anomaly. Barrel is completely barleycorn, different from cap, but a pattern I cannot find in my references. Further research is indicated.	Nm-M	Medium	$???
11	3771	Clusters of squiggly lines. Uncertain metal. Tarnishes as does silver, but I cannot find hallmarks. Silver-plate? Sterling?  A Sheaffer reference site dates this to 1997 and does call it Sterling. This is an early Legacy pattern.	Excellent	Fine-ish Medium	$315
12	3772	Brushed Steel with Polished Gold-Filled trim	Nearmint-mint	Fine-ish Medium	$180 SOLD
13	3773	Hallmarked Sterling.  Vermeil cap-band Clusters of squiggly lines pattern. Another early Legacy 1997-1999	Nearmint-Mint	Medium	$335 SOLD

SOLD Sept 2015 Update: Sheaffer Pen For Men (PFM). The PFM series is the oversized pen which employs Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Most models ran 1959-1963. The PFM I and II had steel trim and PdAg Nibs. III, IV and V had gold-filled trim and gold nib. IV and V additionally had a blind cap gold-filled end plate.

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Pen 3530 MF  Sheaffer Snorkel Masterpiece  $1200 SOLD Solid 14k Gold Snorkel
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF-Fine	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $1200
COMMENTS:  Since stumbling into the Snorkel market (and collecting, with about 13 prime examples in my own collection) a few years ago, I've owned a total of just three Masterpieces.  One is in my permanent collection. One sold to a private collector via standing want list. This one is... available. Well better than average. Clean metal, triple hallmarked of course, imprinted "E.a. Wittener" in nice script.  Arguably the King of the American Snorks, though I suppose a certain red pen gives it run for money.

Pen 3905 :  Sheaffer PFM III (Pen for Men- Model 3). Blue $265 Sold
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim: Extra Fine	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF-F	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Very little overall wear. No brassing. There is shallow ding in cap-band in line with the clip (you can sort of see a distoration of the reflection line in the photo). T

Pen 3908 :  Sheaffer PFM III (Pen for Men- Model 3). Black  $290
Overall Grade: NM/M Tagged	Trim: Perfect	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $290
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing.

Pen 3369   Sheaffer TM Touchdown Sentinel    $145 SOLD Blue (Prussian?)
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:   Exc
Point: Fine to XF.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS:  TM (Thin Model) Touchdown preceded Snorkel by a year, and saw a roughly one year production run vs. Snorkel's nine years. Model names and trim/nib arrangements  varied a bit from what would be found with Snorkel. Colors, too. This blue was not used for Snorkel, but I'm still sorting rumors that more than one shade of blue was used for TM Touchdown, only one of which is "Prussian". Clean pen

Pen 3898 :  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen for Men- Model 2) Burgundy $365 SOLD Near MIntcondition with original chalk marks
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Trim: Nearmint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine to Fine-Med	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $365
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. PFM II has brushed steel cap and PdAg nib. It's less often seen than I, III and V.  This one is superb, with original chalk marks still present The cap is superb, far better than is usually seen.  It has met ink, and I tested it as well, noting it writes a smooth wet fine line.

Pen 3899:  Sheaffer PFM III (Pen for Men- Model 3) Black  $355 Exc-to-Near Mint with Partial Original Chalk Marks
Overall Grade: Exc-to-NM	Trim: Perfect	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine (nearly "accountant")	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $355
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM III is the entry-to-gold-nib model. Gold Filled Trim. This one is very well preserved indeed. It is not mint and has met ink, but has residual of the original chalk marks noting model number. "Fine" is preserved on barrel but only a hint of the preceding "Extra" still is there. The nib is the finest point PFM I've handled. Though barrel marked Extra Fine, to my eye it is on ultra-fine/"accountant" side of that. Great for really little/detailed writing.

Pen 3900 :  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen for Men- Model 2) Set.  Green  $415 SOLD As-Mint condition with original chalk marks
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Trim: Perfect	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $415
COMMENTS: The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. PFM II has brushed steel cap and PdAg nib. It's less often seen than I, III and V.  This one is superb. As-mint condition. Original chalk marks present. it has met ink, so I did test it after it was restored. It writes a wet smooth medium line. Far better than most PFM II pens.

Pen 3901:  Sheaffer PFM V (Pen for Men- Model 5) Set.  Black  $460 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.8cm	PRICE: $460
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. PFM V was the top line model for most years in Sheaffer's catalogues. Gold-filled cap. Gold Nib. Bottom End Plate.  This one is nice but not near mint.  Clean pen which writes a nice fine line.

Pen 3902 :  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen for Men- Model 4).  Black  $ SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $ SOLD
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. PFM IV is the most difficult to find of the five models that were made during all of the 1959-1963 core production era.  This one is very clean and writes a plump medium line. It sold to a want list before I could finish the website update.

Pen 3903 :  Sheaffer PFM III (Pen for Men- Model 3). Black  $265 SOLD Note that barrel has been personalized (name stamped) "Paul C. Baughman II"
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim: Extra Fine	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. This one is in pretty clean and is a superb writer, with a smooth fine line and with good ink flow.  No brassing. 1 pin-sized ding on cap-band on opposite side from clip. The barrel obviously is name-stamped. Priced down for this.  Very nice pen for daily use.

Pen 3904 :  Sheaffer PFM III (Pen for Men- Model 3). Blue $340 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine to Fine-Med	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $340
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. This one is all there. Clean condition. Excellent writer with fairly fine point. The sort I use at work routinely.

Pen 3906 :  Sheaffer PFM I (Pen for Men- Model 1). Black  $255 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. PFM 1 is the entry level FPM. White Trim. Palladium-Silver nib. Non-White Dot.  This one is quite clean and writes a smooth very fine line.

Pen 2028 Sheaffer sub-brand WASP Standard Size   $165  SOLD Screaming Souls In Purgatory Pen. Green Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5"	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  A quite nice example of a charming cellulloid found in Sheaffer's sub-brand WASP and VACUUM series. During an on-line discussion, a collector suggested the plastic evokes screaming souls in purgatory. Hence the name. Comes in two colors at least two sizes. Decent trim is key. This one has it.

Pen 3849 :   Sheaffer Balance. ~1930. Long-Standard, non-White Dot  $300 SOLD Jade Celluloid with superb color. The model that nearly a decade later would be named Admiral
Overall Grade: Exc +	Trim: Excellent	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Superb	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:  On par with the example in my own collection (Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection).  Superb preservation of Jade color, without the "spinaching" all too commonly found.  Pen has generally 1930-ish style with long full-ball clip and short gripping section.  Feed might be slightly later.  Sold to a collector's want-list before making it to the website.

Pen 3851 :  WASP Vacuum-Fil (Sheaffer sub-brand) $170 SOLD "Screaming Souls in Purgatory" plastic
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim: Mild Brassing	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Sharp	Size: 5" 13 cm	PRICE: $170
COMMENTS:  Evocatively named about 9 years ago (not by me) by a collector online, this sub-brand cluster by Sheaffer is best known for its interesting Celluloid, what with its gaping black "mouths" floating in an evil miasma.  Green and Gray pens were offered. Several imprints and trim/nib tweaks can be found. I offered an article a few years back in one of the print magazines.  This one is well better than average. Good color. No crazing of the plastic. Mild trim brassing.

Pen 3852 : WASP Clipper (Sheaffer sub-brand) Oversized  $300 SOLD  Golden Brown  "Circuit Board" Celluloid. 1937-9
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent*	Threads Perfect	clarity: Exc
Point: Med	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:  Another focus in my own collection, this unusual Celluloid pattern has been termed, "Circuit Board" by collectors, perhaps for obvious reasons. This is the oversized and Deluxe (wide and lined cap-band, two tone nib) version, king of the kill.  Plastic is superb. Clip, lever and cap-band plating is excellent. The end plates (very top and bottom) are well brassed, a common finding on these. Nib is the divided type, meant to be two-tone, but the white-metal plating is gone, rendering it monotone. This one sold at the SF Pen Show a couple weeks ago, before I could get the update online. Sorry on that.

Pen 3791 :  Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $875 SOLD Rose Glow Celluloid
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim: Superb	Color:  Cap-Exc. Brl- VG	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Moderate
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: Superb	Size:5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $875
COMMENTS: In mainstream Sheaffer Balance collecting, the Rose Glow oversized pen is king of the series, and impressive and quite scarce pen. And, while tthere are a couple items maybe of greater cachet to the most advanced collectors-- rare solid-gold Masterpiece pens and some off-catalogue material-- the Rose Glow holds a special place no doubt This one features a superb Ron Zorn plunger-fill restoration.  The pen is Excellent-ish. Consider the following regarding why it isn't priced at $1300-1400 or so.  The cap is just grand.   Clean trim and plastic. The barrel has very clean plastic with razor-sharp Sheaffer imprint and with clean blind cap. The gripping section (generic black) has couple light toothies.  But, the big drop in price is because the barrel has significant darkening of the Celluloid. Plunger variants hold ink in the barrel not in a sac.  This pen likely had ink resting against one side for 50 years. The result is a barrel that shows decent original color stripes (as seen in the big pic and the small pic at left) but which is nearly black (amber transparent when backlit) on alternating sides.  Color has impact, even though it is not part of grading/cosmetics.  So, a verrrry clean Rose Glow with barrel darkening.  If someone wanted the cap alone, I'd likely ask $700 or so. The whole pen, with superb fine-medium point and a Ron Zorn restoration for $875 seems more than fair. Time will tell.

Pen 3868 G:  Sheaffer Balance Deluxe Statesman $275 SOLD Carmine Celluloid: Long Standard White Dot. Off-catalogue cap-band
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads Perfect	clarity: Exc
Point: Fine-Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  The model/cluster/variant is interesting. The wide-lined factory original "Jeweler's" cap-band was found on a marked minority of Balances. I have discovered evidence that Sheaffer called this one the Deluxe Statesman  (vs regular Statesman  with smooth thinner capband).  Long-Standard size, one below the oversized. Carmine Celluloid. Plunger filler variant,  with proper restoration using the modified Tardif technique. Superb condition with clean trim, imprint, transparency, color, etc. Nice smooth fine to fine-medium point.

Pen 3861 :  Sheaffer Balance Admiral. Rose Glow Celluloid  $350 SOLD Long-Standard Size. 1936-1938 or so
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $350
COMMENTS:  The non-White Dot full size pen (one size shy of the largest/oversized pen) in what many consider Sheaffers most desirable color. Short production run rendered it relatively scarce.  This one cost $5 originally, and packs the proper Feather Touch #5 nib. A very smooth extra fine point it has a bit of "sproinginess" that allows line to broaden slightly with pressure, though there is no frank tine seperation.  Superb condition. Great color. Great writer.

Pen 3862 R:  Sheaffer Balance Deluxe Lady Sheaffer $165 SOLD Golden Brown Celluloid. 1936-1941.
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Trim: Superb	Color:  NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:  NM	Threads Perfect	clarity: Superb	Cap-band Engraved: "AB"
Point: XF-F Smooth	Imprint: NM	Size: 4 7/8" 12.2cm	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  The model/cluster/variant is interesting. The wide-lined factory original "Jeweler's" cap-band was found on a marked minority of Balances. These White Dot pens were marked as Deluxe versions of the catalogued pens with smooth thin cap-band. I've written about them before, for an article I gave Paul Erano for his magazine a few years ago. This one pops. Clean all around. Very smooth fine-XF point with the upturned "Waverly" point for which these are well known. Great transparency, crisp trim, restored with the proper modified Tardif method. The cap-band (as with most of these pens, which were targeted as gifts) is neatly engraved with initials.

Pen 3853 K:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized (Sheaffer Premier)  $415 SOLD Golden-Brown Celluloid.  1936-1941 Superb writer
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Exc+	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med. Very smooth	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14.1cm	PRICE: $415
COMMENTS: A gem. I bought this working at the Chicago Pen Show, and then had Mike and Linda Kennedy both tweak it.  It was such a nice writer that I ended up using the last couple months daily at the hospital. Great color, trim, the works.  If you want one oversized Balance...

Pen 3854 NB:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized (Sheaffer Premier)  $385 SOLD Striated Marine Green Celluloid.  1937-1941 Superb writer
Overall Grade: Extra-Fine	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14.1cm	PRICE: $385
COMMENTS:  Very clean example of Sheaffer's largest pen.  One speck of brassingn on capband (you can see in photo) and usual spot at very tip of clip ball.  Nib has that upturned "Waverly" style point that makes for very smooth writing, particuarly for a fine point. A smidge of the two tone effect is lost on the nib (look at photo by the nibs ink channel). Great writer.

Pen 3855 NB:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized (Sheaffer Premier)  $405 SOLD Striated Gray Pearl  Celluloid.  1937-1941 Superb writer
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Exc+	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $405
COMMENTS:   Very clean example of Sheaffer's largest pen.    Nib has that upturned "Waverly" style point that makes for very smooth writing, noting this pen offers a plumper line than is typically seen, approaching full medium.  Great writer. Youve probably heard my screed about silver-pearl pens from the 1930s "Today they are more common and often less expensive than other colors. They are all-told in less demand today because the pale color shows celluloid discoloration more than other colors and because unlike gold-filled trim the chrome trim cannot readily be polished once worn or pitted.  My assertion is they are common because back in the day, when clean, they were stunningly lovely pens and thus sold well. They are  uncommon today  in very clean condition " This one shows why people bought pens of this color back in the day. Crisp color. Clean trim. Top 5% or so for condition.

Pen 3856 NB:  Sheaffer Balance Deluxe Stateman  $450 SOLD Rose Glow Celluloid: White Dot Long-Standard  Pen with upscale off-catalogue trim. 1937-8 or so Pen grades excellent. Pencil has flaws and is tossed in only because it is part of a set.
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14.1cm	PRICE: $450
COMMENTS:  Scarce pen in great condition. Lever-fill. Roseglow saw a relatively short production run. Model shmooze to follow, but basically this is the 2nd largest size in highest level trim. Were this an oversized Rosie with this trim and condition, it would run $1500+. Nice two tone nib with the upswept "Waverly" style point, writing a quite smooth typical firm Sheaffer fine-medium line. Excellent trim. Great color. Shar imprint. Cartouche on the "Jeweler's" wide-lined ap-and are neatly engraved.  PENCIL is a toss in. The clip wiggles. The cap is not tight enough to readily work the functioning internal mechanism (this could be fixed by having a repair guy crimp the metal guts). Pencil offered free with pen.  If I still have the set next time I get to a pen show, I'l ask one of the guys to work on the pencil. The model/cluster/variant is interesting. The wide-lined factory original "Jeweler's" cap-banfd was found on a marked minority of Balances. I have discovered evidence that Sheaffer called this one the Deluxe Statemen (vs regular Statesman with smooth thinner capband). Rose Glow already is a tough color. Finding a full size pen with this band and finding the pen in great shape are real challenges.

Pen 3857 NB:  Sheaffer Balance  (Admiral)  $225 SOLD Striated Gray Pearl  Celluloid.  Non White Dot, Long Standard. 1937-1941 Superb writer
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Extra FIne. Smooth. Sproingy	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.8cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  A gem. Great writer with an extra fine point that is particularly smooth. The nib is not flexible but has bit more "sproing" to it thn most Sheaffer nails, and with pressure loosens up ink flow a bit to hit full fine. Acts semi-flex though there is no real separation of tines. This is the long standard model that would gain the name Admiral in 1938, when Sheaffer began offering model names. Non-White Dot cap. $5 original price. Feather Touch #5 Nib. This is the second largest size Balance. You've heard my screed about gray pens from the 1930s: "Today they often are  more common and often less expensive than other colors. They are all-told in less demand today because the pale color shows celluloid discoloration more than other colors and because unlike gold-filled trim the chrome trim cannot readily be polished once worn or pitted.  My assertion is they are common because back in the day, when clean, they were stunningly lovely pens and thus sold well. They are  uncommon today  in very clean condition " This one shows why people bought pens of this color back in the day. Crisp color. Clean trim. Top 5% or so for condition.  Great color, very clear visualated gripping section. Superb nib. Cap trim is just superb with mirror finish. Chrome plating on lever intact but with light wear.

Pen 3858 K :  WASP Clipper (Sheaffer sub-brand)  $175 SOLD Lahn Celluloid:  Silver Pearl.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim: Fine+	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5" 12.8 cm	PRICE: $175 SOLD
COMMENTS:  One of my few claims to fame in collectable pendom is being the discoverer of Sheaffer literature identifying the name Lahn for this pattern celluoid, one which has gold-tone metallic threads buried deep in the clear celluloid, hiding under the colored plastic stripes, making for a remarkable visual depth to the plastic.  Found so far only in standard (full girth) size. Three colors. Several "brand" imprints can be found along with some tweaks on trim and end-color.  Generally, the weak point is the trim. Whether plated insted of "filled", whether thinner gold-filled than other Sheaffer pens,  or whether in general  found more worn as the pen was inexpensive ($1.25 or so) back in the day and thus was used with more abandon... pens typically are found with clean plastic but worn trim.    Sheaffer sub-brand pens are some of the relatively few pens I will routinely consider for after-market plating. The solid gold nib is a bit small relative to the pen's size, consistent with its original affordable price point. This one has sound original trim. I'm overdue for a short profile on Lahn Sheaffers, and will add one soon, with a link from any Lahn pens for sale. This one grades Etra Fine. It's all there save for some speckling of the chrome filled trim. It also I fear is sold, having found a new home at the SF Pen Show where i'd brought it before managing to upload this update.

Pen 2581 Sheaffer Compact I  $70 SOLD Early Style with barrel windows.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  Perfect
Point: F-M	Imprint: Exc	Size: 4 3/4" 12 cm	PRICE: $70 SOLD
COMMENTS: The Compact has seen some recent popularity, with its Imperial/PFM styling. Note the pen takes only Sheaffer cartridges. No converter fits this one.

Pen 2447 Sheaffer Compact II Early Style  $85 Sold Cartridge Filler. Nearmint  Residual chalk marks.
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  Perfect
Point:  Fine-Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  Compact II (unlike Compact I) features gold-filled trim. Early style (a minority of pens) features the transparent barrel windows.  Takes only Sheaffer short cartridges. Partial chalk-marks still on barrel. Neat lil' pen.

Sheaffer Connaisseur
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Sheaffer Grand Connaisser and Sheaffer-for-Levenger Connaisseur. The for-Levengers first series featured  translucent/transparent  "Seas" colors, and  the second series had palladium trim. Sheaffer manufactured the Levenger variants from 1998-2001 or so.  All pens have solid gold nibs, with those found with the Levengers second series having a white finish.  Grand Connaisseur has two-tone gold nib. These are cartridge/converter filling, and all pens sold in this cluster have converters, these days a $20 value each. Matching ballpoint pens (not illustrated) also are offered. CLICK FOR LARGER PIC LEFT to RIGHT:s
Tray Slot	Item #	Details	Condition	Nib:	Price
1	3942	Orange-Copper transparent, palladium trim (for Levenger, 2nd series). Solid gold nib with rhodium or palladium plating. Though nib-section marked "M" for medium, point looks to be fine.	NM/Mint	F	$195
2	3943	Aegean Sea (Green Transparent) for Levenger. Bold broad tip.	NM/Mint	B	$235 SOLD
		Not shown: Green Transparent matching Ballpoint . $80 if taken alone. $50 if taken with matching fountain pen as set.	Mint		$80 $50 SOLD
3	3944	Gold Plated Grand Connaisseur. Two tone gold nib. Nib grade between fine-medium	Nearmint	FM	$375 SOLD
4	3945	Blue (blue-gray transparent), palladium trim, Levengers 2nd series,  solid gold nib with  rhodium or palladium plating	Mint	F	$195 SOLD
5	3946	Red Sea (Red Transparent) for Levenger. Broad+ nib with hefty tipping.	Near Mint	B+	$235 SOLD
		Not shown: Red Matching Ballpoint for Red Sea Fountain Pen. $80 if taken alone or $50 if taken with fountain pen above to make a set	Mint		$80 $50 SOLD
6	3947	Carribean Sea (Yellow Translucent) for Levenger. Broad nib with hefty tipping.	Mint	B	$235 SOLD
		Not shown: Yellow Matching Ballpoint for Carribean Sea (Yellow)  Fountain Pen. $80 if taken alone or $50 if taken with fountain pen above to make a set	Mint		$80 $50 SOLD

Tray 1014. Sheaffer Connaisseur.
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COMMENTS:  Sheaffer Connaisseur, Sheaffer/Levenger Connaisseur, and Sheaffer Grand Connaisser. The for-Levengers first series features  translucent  "Seas" colors, and  the second series has palladium trim. Sheaffer manufactured the Levenger variants from 1998-2001 or so.  All pens have solid gold nibs, with those found with the Levengers second series having a white finish.  Grand Connaisseur fountain pens have two-tone gold nibs. CLICK FOR LARGER PIC LEFT to RIGHT:
Tray Slot	Item #	Model/ Color/ Condition	Details	Nib:	Price:
1	3739	Sheaffer/Levenger Mediterranean Sea. Nearmint/Mint	Includes converter	Medium	$215 SOLD
2	3740	Sheaffer/Levenger Tasman Sea. Nearmint/Mint	Includes converter	Broad (tough nib)	$230 SOLD
3	3741	Sheaffer/Levenger Red Sea (go figure). Nearmint/mint	Includes converter	Broad (tough nib)	$230 SOLD
4	3742	Sheaffer  Opaque Black. Very Good	Includes converter. Diffuse wear to finish. A decent user priced for the nib.	Fine	$90 SOLD
5	3743	Sheaffer/Levenger Tasman Sea. Nearmint/Mint	Includes converter	Broad	$230
6	3744	Sheaffer (Grand)  Gold Plated. Nearmint	Includes converter.	Fine-ish Med	$400 SOLD
7	3745	Sheaffer (Grand)  Tortoise Shell. Excellent	Includes converter	Fine	$325 SOLD
8	3746	Sheaffer   Black Chased Nearmint/Mint	Includes converter	Medium	$295 SOLD
9	3747	Sheaffer (Grand) Gold-Plated. Nearmint-Mint	No converter	Medium.	$380
10	3748	Sheaffer/Levenger 2nd series. Gray-Clear Nearmint-Mint.	Includes converter	Medium	$195 SOLD
11	3749	Sheaffer/Levenger 2nd series. Blu/Gray-Clear. NM/Mint	Includes converter	Fine	$195
12	3750	Sheaffer/Levenger 2nd series. Mandarin-Clear. NM/Mint	Includes converter	Medium	$195 SOLD
13	3751	Sheaffer/Levenger 2nd series. Avocado-Clear. NM/Mint	Includes converter	Fine-ish Med	$180 SOLD

Pen 3556 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Statesman Pastel Green   $145 SOLD Mint Stickered Statesman:  White-dot, plastic cap, PdAg Triumph point.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $145 SOLD
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Mint. No ink on dipping. Fine nib seems quite smooth on water testing.  Note, this pen also has foil "Statesman $15.50" under the clip. I had misplaced it during photography.

Pen 3543 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  $130 SOLD Burgundy. Extra Fine point. Admiral: non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: XF	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $130
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Though the nib-grade sticker reads FINE, in fact the nib code and point are Extra Fine.

Pen 3573 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign  $145 SOLD Pastel Blue. As-Mint Sovereign : non-white-dot, steel cap, two-tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint+	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. MInt condition, without traces of ink on water dipping. Fine Point smooth on water testing

The Tray 1010. Special Color Snorks (and some solid gold trim)
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COMMENTS:  A boatload of high-cachet Snorks.  CLICK FOR LARGER PIC LEFT to RIGHT:
Tray Slot	Item #	Color/Model/Condition	Details	Nib:	Price:
1	3689	Buckskin Beige Statesman (PdAg Triumph nib). Excellent	An intermediate-level color, along with Sage Green.	M	$185
2	3690	Peacock Clipper (PdAg Triumph nib). Extra Fine	One of the  six high-cachet relatively scarce  colors	F	$255 Sold
3	3691	Fern Green Valiant (gold Triumph nib). Extra Fine	Generally viewed as the toughest color to find. Couple light marks by clip top	M	$265 Sold
4	3692	Fern Green Valiant (gold Triumph nib). Near Mint		F	$290 Sold
5	3693	Fern Green Valiant (gold Triumph Nib). Near Mint		B	$315 Sold
6	3694	Fern Green Valiant (gold Triumph nib). Near Mint		M	$290 Sold
7	3695	Peacock Statesman (PdAg Triumph Nib) NM		M	$270 Sold
8	3696	Periwinkle Valiant (Gold Nib)	One of the  six high-cachet relatively scarce  colors	M	$270 Sold
9	3697	Burgundy Signature (Solid Gold Cap-band). Gold Triumph nib.	Signature offered a solid gold cap-band to three Snorkel colors. Probably more scarce than the gold Autograph model all told.	M	$225 Sold
10	3698	Black Autograph (Solid gold cap-band and clip)		M	$225 Sold

Pen 3551 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $255 SOLD fiesta Red Clipper: non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NMINT	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: FINE	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Fiesta is one of the six colors of high-cachet.  Nearmint condition. Has met ink. Otherwise as-mint. FNice fine nib smooth on water testing

Pen 3296 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. SAGE Green 1950's   $190 SOLD Statesman: White Dot, Plastic Cap, PdAg Conical "Triumph" Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity:NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Sage green is a color of "intermediate cachet", far more scarce than Pastel Green. Nib properly coded F-4 for fine point in a Statesman. Matching gripping section. Nice writer.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point.

Pen 3569 mf:  SheafferTM (Thin Model) Touchdown. Crest.  $235 SOLD 1951. Burgundy. Nearmint Stickered. Not-so-common
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  With similar look to the subsequent Sheaffer Snorkel, theTM (Thin Model) Touchdown was a one year series, running between the 1949-1950 (fat) Touchdown  and the 1952-1959 Snorkel.  Far more scarce than Snorkel, TM TD turns up less often still in Crest (gold-filled cap) model. Price sticker shows a non-Snorkel Crest price, adding a bit of charm. Lovely pen and nice writer.

Pen 3609  M: Sheaffer PFM IV (Pen For Men Four)  $200 SOLD User Grade
Overall Grade: User Grade**	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $200
COMMENTS:  TThe PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice or he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM IV actually is rare today than PFM V (perhaps those willing to spend for a fancy model, were willing to spring a bit more to get the all gold-filled cap).    This one has couple very shallow small dings only at flat portion at top of cap. It is rendered "User Grade" by a crack in the filling knob at back of pen.  When I manage to track down a spare, the pen will then be priced at $360. Marked discount for imperfect pen. Very nice writer.

Pen 2100 Sheaffer PFM 1 (Pen for Men One). Jet Black $235 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).   The PFM I features  PdAg nib and white trim.

Pen 3782:  Sheaffer Snorkel Demonstrator. 1950s   $625 SOLD
Overall Grade: Excellent+	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5.5" 14cm	PRICE: $625 SOLD
COMMENTS:  It was back around 2007 when I accidentally purchased a large Snorkel collection including many of the "tough" colors, thus entering the world of Snorkel sales. Today Vacumania probably offers more Snorks each year than anyone.. Today my personal collection numbers fewer than 15, but has most of the greats, including a couple true rarities.  Great pens the Snorkel, offering a wide range of colors/models.  This one is an all-clear Demonstrator (essentially a clear Valiant) in superb condition. No cracks. Well preserved black cap lacquer. No replacement parts.

Pen 2447 Sheaffer Compact II Early Style  $85 Sold Cartridge Filler. Nearmint  Residual chalk marks.
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  Perfect
Point:  Fine-Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  Compact II (unlike Compact I) features gold-filled trim. Early style (a minority of pens) features the transparent barrel windows.  Takes only Sheaffer short cartridges. Partial chalk-marks still on barrel. Neat lil' pen.

Pen 3158 Sheaffer Balance Golf Pencil $90 SOLD Black and Pearl Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Extra Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: NA	Imprint: Exc	Size: 2 1/2" 6.5 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS: Advertised by Sheaffer in some of the earlier colors but also found uncatalogued in some middle-era colors, the tiny Golf Pencil (vest pocket pencil) fits well into Balane collections, indeed carrying more collector cachet than do many of the typical full-length pencils. This one has nice- though not perfect- color. Good amount of original eraser present. CLean trim

Pen 3176 Sheaffer Balance Golf Pencil  $115 SOLD Marine Green (mottled) Celluloid ~1930
Overall Grade: NearMint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: NA	Imprint:  Superb	Size: 2 1/2" 6.5 cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS: Advertised by Sheaffer in some of the earlier colors but also found uncatalogued in some middle-era colors, the tiny Golf Pencil (vest pocket pencil) fits well into Balane collections, indeed carrying more collector cachet than do many of the typical full-length pencils. This Marine Green example pops. Great color and imprint. Nice imprint. Still most of origin eraser under the crown. No brassing.

Pen 3610 MF:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized "First Style"  $495 Sold  Superb Jade Color. !929
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: XF	Imprint: Excellent	Size: 5 3/4" 14.6cm	PRICE: $495
COMMENTS:  Balance  is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The series saw frantic evolution and might be the only pen series to run the entire 1930's.  Jade celluloid is notorious for discoloration, and well preserved specimens carry a premium. In overall excellent condition this one has "top 5%" color, with just a hint of ambering at the barrel threads.   This is an early variant of the oversized model, as indicated by the extra long barrel, the long clip reaching the trim ring, and the slightly short cap. The gripping section might be a smidge later, as marked by the narrower distal portion by the nib. Smooth Extra Fine point with nice ink flow.

Pen 3613 M: Sheaffer flat-end Jade Celluloid Lifetime   $175 Sold Standard Girth, Short model. Excellent Jade Color Preservation
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc+	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 4 1/2" 11.4cm	PRICE: $175 Sold
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer successfully introduced to pendom the lever-fill system, not to mention  Celluloid (or did Leboeuf do that?) and more.  Flat-end pens were of high quality. This one is a mid 1920's critter with really well preserved Jade color celluloid, of significance because most pens see heavily discolored Jade.  Most clean-color Jade Sheaffer flat-tops are the late post-catalogue Jade pens which  tend to feature a green that leans more to the blue compared to the earlier green. Finding 1920's, high-set clip pens with nice color is well harder. This one is the earlier style pen, probably the cleanest early-Jade flat-top Sheaffer I've ever offered.  It is not perfect. There is a bit of darkening by the barrel threads.

Pen 3602 M: Sheaffer Flat-End Gold-Filled Metal Pen ~ mid 1920's  $220 SOLD Relatively Uncommon Smooth Finish in Superb Condition Monster Nib. Noodle Flex  (Fine to BBB)
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: NA
Point: Monster Flex (F-to-BBB)	Imprint:  NA	Size: 3 1/2"  9.5cm	PRICE: $220 Sold
COMMENTS:  I have healthy respect for and a nice collection of quality metal ring-tops generally dating to late 1910's-1930 or so. They were jewelry items in their day and were meant not just for the ladies (whose dresses lacked pockets) but also for me who wore them in their suits' vest pockets. Amongst the "Big FIve" pen makers and their smaller but still quality competitors, Very nice variants can be found readily from  Sheaffer, Waterman, Wahl and Mabie. Most offered pens of this sort in sterling, gold-filled and  solid gold, with some interesting other choices used on occasion.   Key to the non-solid-metal pens is to find pens free of brassing.  Dings always matter. This one is clean. Ding free. Unbrassed.  Clean unpersonalized cartouche.   No joke, if one likes metal pens, he can build a killer collection by diverse makers at a reasonable cost by embracing the ring-tops. This one is rather nice. One can imagine that  finding a 90 year old smooth finish pen not showing dings is no small thing.  Clean stylish personalization is well illustrated. Nib is a monster. Wet Noodle Fine to BBB, carrying the charming "Sheaffer Self-Filling" early imprint.   When I used it with slow writing, ink flow did keep up with maximal flex, but fast writing gave some skipping. Your call regarding how you write, but I knocked off a bit on price in case you want to send it to Mike Masuyama for further adjustment.

Pen 3603 M: Sheaffer Flat-End Metal Ring-Top ~ Mid 1920's  $175 SOLD Monster Nib. Noodle Flex  (Fine to BBB)
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: high flex	Imprint: NA	Size: 3 1/2" 13.5cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS: I have healthy respect for and a nice collection of quality metal ring-tops generally dating to late 1910's-1930 or so. They were jewelry items in their day and were meant not just for the ladies (whose dresses lacked pockets) but also for me who wore them in their suits' vest pockets. Amongst the "Big FIve" pen makers and their smaller but still quality competitors, Very nice variants can be found readily from  Sheaffer, Waterman, Wahl and Mabie. Most offered pens of this sort in sterling, gold-filled and  solid gold, with some interesting other choices used on occasion.   Key to the non-solid-metal pens is to find pens free of brassing.  Dings always matter. This one is clean. Ding free. Unbrassed.     No joke, if one likes metal pens, he can build a killer collection by diverse makers at a reasonable cost by embracing the ring-tops. Clean stylish personalization is well illustrated.  High-Flex nib ("Sheaffer Self Filler") ranges fine to BB, very smooth, with nice ink flow.

Pen 3780 :  WASP (Sheaffer sub-brand) Clipper  $185  SOLD Silver Pearl Lahn Celluloid ~1938
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim: Fine+	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine. Semi-flex	Imprint: Excellet	Size: 5" ,12.8cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:    One of my few claims to fame in collectable pendom is being the discoverer of Sheaffer literature identifying the name Lahn for this pattern celluoid, one which has gold-tone metallic threads buried deep in the clear celluloid, hiding under the colored plastic stripes, making for a remarkable visual depth to the plastic.  Found so far only in standard (full girth) size. Three colors. Several "brand" imprints can be found along with some tweaks on trim and end-color.  Generally, the weak point is the trim. Whether plated insted of "filled", whether thinner gold-filled than other Sheaffer pens,  or whether in general  found more worn as the pen was inexpensive ($1.25 or so) back in the day and thus was used with more abandon... pens typically are found with clean plastic but worn trim.    Sheaffer sub-brand pens are some of the relatively few pens I will routinely consider for after-market plating. The solid gold nib is a bit small relative to the pen's size, consistent with its original affordable price point. This one has sound original trim. I'm overdue for a short profile on Lahn Sheaffers, and will add one soon, with a link from any Lahn pens for sale. This one has superb plastic, with great color and clarity (the golden threads show well).  Imprint is razor sharp. No personalization present. Trim is quite nice with light wear to cap-band and just at the high point at the hump on the clip. A top 10% example easily though not top 1%. Nice smooth line with just a hint of flex.

Pen 3775 :  Sheaffer Balance: Off-catalogue "Fish Scale" cap-band  $415 SOLD Long-Standard Model. 2nd Largest Size
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Excellent	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA	Personalized "ROSE"
Point: Fine, Firm	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 3/8"13.6cm	PRICE: $415
COMMENTS: A core focus of mine the last decade or so has been on 1930 Sheaffer Balance pens with off-catalogue special-market cap-band styles, pens that do not appear in the ten or so period Sheaffer catalogues and major brochures. Not counting the most common of the special cap-bands, the "Jeweler's" (lined) cap-band-- which in this long-standard model which by 1938 or so would gain the name Regent-- I own  perhaps 50 of the other special cap-band pens, likely the heftiest array to be found.  The "fish-scale" cap-band appears rarely. A decade of serious effort has left me seeing fewer than 25 fish-scale cap-band pens amongst the numerous colors/sizes offered in Balance.  The one larger size pen (oversized) in this color and cap-band I only added to my collection this season, after passing on just one other seen about ten years ago (thank you Pat for the OS pen) This one is a gem. Superb color and trim. Bright amber barrel transparency in spiral pattern. Razor sharp imprint.  A Gerry Berg restoration of the plunger filling system.  The cartouche on the cap-band is elegantly personalized "Rose", and I note that most of these I've found feature have been personalized, perhaps consistent with the suspected special market/gift nature of Balances with this cap-band.   The only reason I'm parting with this is because I have a duplicate, an amazing thing really.  If you want a rare and beautiful Balance variant, one you might not see again, well... here you go.  Here are the four special cap-bands found on USA-made Sheaffer Balances.

Pen 3786 :  Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $675 SOLD Ebonized Pearl Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $675 SOLD
COMMENTS: Big honkin' Balance in a "better" color in superb condition. And, there you have it.

Pen 3790 :  Sheaffer Balance Oversize. Off-Catalogue Cap-band  $395 SOLD Premier Deluxe in Marine Green Celluloid. Plunger-fill. [Only the green pen is for sale]
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8 " 13.6cm	PRICE: 395
COMMENTS: A core focus of mine the last decade or so has been on 1930 Sheaffer Balance pens with off-catalogue special-market cap-band styles, pens that do not appear in the ten or so period Sheaffer catalogues and major brochures. This green oversized pen-- featuring an excellent Gerry Berg plunger-fill restoration-- features the most common of the several special cap-bands, what collectors call the Jeweler's cap-band, a very wide band with vertically-lined pattern. I wrote a huge article a couple years ago or the PCA about this sort. And, of late, I own the only known Jeweler's catalogue (an article for another day) to feature pens with this  cap-band.  The picture above-left shows the pen for sale. The shot above-right shows it with a smaller long-standard Deluxe Statesman in Carmine (red) and Lady Sheaffer Deluxe in brown. In fact, the other two can be for sale too. perhaps in a future offering... This pen:  The plastic has great color and the barrel has near-mint transparency. The sweet two tone nib writes excellently, featuring the upturned point Sheaffer trumpeted. Trim is free of brassing. The lined cap-band is free of brassing.  This one would grade full excellent, but has a slight imperfection in the curve of the radius clip. In the pic at right you can see it if you look closely (do click on the Larger Pic link). I've priced this similarly to the 50-times more common typical cap-band pen in excellent shape.  Had the clip been perfect (and you might not notice this imperfection), It would have priced at more than $500. Yeah, I know. Go prove it.   Just for fun, the four special cap-band patterns found on USA-made Sheaffers

Pen 3536 MF Sheaffer "For Your Autograph" Touchdown. 1949-1950  $295 SOLD Hallmarked Solid Gold Cap-Trim
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.  While these do not have a snorkel tube, they look and feel far more like an oversized Snorkel pen than do the later Sheaffer Pen For Men which used the snork tube but which had a different shape.  I'm fond of these.   This one has solid gold trim and ran $20 back in the day. A much "better" model.

Pen 3542 Sheaffer Touchdown Stateman, 1949-1950   $195 SOLD The "fat" (pre TM "Thin Model") Series. Burnt Umber Forticel Plastic.
Overall Grade:Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $195
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.  While these do not have a snorkel tube, they look and feel far more like an oversized Snorkel pen than do the later Sheaffer Pen For Men which used the snork tube but which had a different shape. Statesman combined the prior era's non-white-dot open nib Sovereign with prior era's "Triumph" nib Statesman. The open nib is massive relative to the pen.  Clean pen in Burnt Umber (chocolate brown) plastic, with nice fine point. .

Pen 3564 mf:  Sheaffer Touchdown Valiant Tuckaway Green   $135 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 3/4" 12.5"	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.    Valiant Tuckaway is full girth with full-length  (clasp clip) cap with short barrel, a squat stubby thing.  All but the blind cap grade near mint, but blind cap has couple light marks.

Pen 3465 mf:  Sheaffer Touchdown Tuckaway Prussian Blue  $195 SOLD Mint. Stickered. Huge Nib
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine-med	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 4 3/4" 12.5cm	PRICE: $195
COMMENTS:   The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full0g Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.   Tuckway, proper (the model, not the series) is full girth with full-length  (clasp clip) cap with short barrel, a squat stubby thing. It was renamed from Tuckaway II the prior year, but in fact effectively is a Statesman Tuckaway, the short form of Statesman. Found with large and small nibs (both same model name though different code, possibly a nib evolution during the two year run), this one has the big nib. Mint with cap sticker.  Fully restored but may not be returned if inked/dipped.

Pen 3560 sm:  Sheaffer Thin Model Touchdown Sentinel Deluxe  $75 Yes, open two tone nib is correct to this model
Overall Grade: VG- Fine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: small flat to blind cap
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $75
COMMENTS:  With similar look to the subsequent Sheaffer Snorkel, the TM (Thin Model) Touchdown was a one year series, running between the 1949-1950 (fat) Touchdown series and the 1952-1959 Snorkel.   TM TD did mix offer White Dot with open nib for some models. Clean cap, barrel and nib, but the blind cap has a couple millimeter dent/melt that is unobtrusive but which still is a flaw. Priced pretty well for parts and the restoration. If i get around to it, I'll have the $10 blind cap replaced and bump the price back to $150+ . Or maybe not...

Pen 3533 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $315 SOLD Mandarin OIrange Set. Nearmint Admiral: non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $315
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Superb set. Pencil is mint. Pen has met ink. Smooth medium point  on the fine side of medium.

Pen 3546 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $255 SOLD Mandarin Orange.
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  M	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  One of the 6 color of high cachet. All round excellent pen that has seen minimal use. Nib coded as a medium, it writes on the fine side of Medium.

Pen 3547 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Pencill  $100 Sold   Fern Green Admiral: non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: NA	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS: Essentially the most scarce color. Turn your pen into a set.

Pen 3545 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $140 SOLD Buckskin Tan (pink)- An "Intermediate" Color Valiant:  white-dot, plastic cap, Two tone conical  gold nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Buckskin is considered one of the intermediate colors, along with Sage.  Mint unused. No trace of ink. Tiny plastic flake from palstic noted at back of barrel, visible in photo, next to breather hole.

Pen 2587  Sheaffer Imperial  $245 14k Gold-Filled pen in Diamond/Rhomboid Pattern
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  Modest amber
Point: Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  I've actually found more of these in Sterling than in gold tone.  Guessing this dates to 1970's. That it is gold filled  (vs gold plated) indicates earlier production, though I don't insist. Very clean and  elegant pen.

Pen 1699-3 Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Jet Black Celluloid Radius Clip Late 1930's  $215
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim:  Exc	Plastic: few light tooth mraks	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine-XF	Imprint:   extrafine	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:    The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens. Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance. The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price. Scattered very light toothmarks at butt of pen.  A smooth ,quite fine monotone Sheaffer Lifetime nib rounds out the package.

Pen 1703-7 Sheaffer Balance Oversized Radius Clip Late 1930's  $220
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim:  One tiny capband ding.		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  Exc
Point: Fine Firm	Imprint:   Exc	Size:  5.5""	PRICE: $220
COMMENTS:    The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens.  Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance.. The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price.   Fine piont nib and clean plastic

Pen 3219 JB:  Sheaffer Flat-Top Lifetime Short-Standard size Uncatalogued Late Production Piece. Excellent Jade  $165 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Extra-Fine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: XF-F	Imprint: Exc	Size:  4 1/2 " 11.4 cm	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer was the first of the "Big- 4" to embrace celluloid, introducing pendom to green plastic pens.  Last illustrated in the 1929 Sheaffer catalogue that introduced Balance, modern research has shown that Sheaffer continued to manufacture the venerable flat-topped pens through at least the late 1930's, maybe later still.  This is one such pen, showing the blue-tinged Jade celluloid that we believe to be more stable than earlier shades, this pen also packs the low-set "humped" clip and sees the  return of the single cap-band.  Very nice color. Firm XF-to-Fine point. <10% cap-band brassing (bottom edge for about 1/3 the band)

Pen 3567 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign  $155 SOLD Pastel Blue. Nearmint-stickered Sovereign : non-white-dot, steel cap, two-tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint: MInt	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. Sovereign is coming to be appreciated as a slightly better model, the top model of the non White Dot line,  It's steel cap is well less common today than the White-Dot steel caps. In as-mint condition, it has met ink. Fully marked Extra Fine (X-3) two-tone gold nib, seems to me to border on XXF it is so fine.

Pen 3570 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Pastel Blue   $125 SOLD Statesman:  White Dot Plastic Cap and Triumph PdAg nib
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Mint condition with no ink traces on dipping. This one lacks any stickers or tags. Nib seems to be a smooth fine-medium on water testing

Pen 3558 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Saratoga SAGE Pastel Green   $140 SOLD Mint Stickered
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size:  5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Mint condition with no ink traces on dipping. Nice Medium nib seems quite smooth on water testing.

Pen 3528 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkwel Statesman  $155 SOLD Sage Green Statesman: White Dot Plastic Cap and PdAg "Triumph" nib.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Extra Fine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Better color.  Very clean plastic, Nice imprint but not razor sharp

Pen 3548 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper.   $240 Fiesta Red
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Nearmint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Fiesta Red is one of the six high-cachet colors.  Clean pen all around noting just about a millimeter of brassing at just the bottom tip of clip, noted in the photo. Nicely smooth for such a fine point.

Pen 2879-S  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen For Men 2) Black $265 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine-Fine/Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  PFM II  has brushed steel cap and Palladium-Silver nib. It is less common than PFM I and  PFM III. Nice wet-writing point between fine and medium.

Pen 3561 S:  Sheaffer Pen For Men Five (PFM-V)  $345 SOLD Black: 1959-1963
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: XF-F	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 9/16" 13.5cm	PRICE: $345
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a PFM-V was a high end variant.  Plastic is clean. Cap has no side dings but has hard-to-see edge ding at very top of cap where top meets sides.

Pen 3562 nb:  Sheaffer Pen For Men Five (PFM-V)  $375 Black: 1959-1963
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a PFM-V was a high end variant.  Plastic is clean. Cap is free of dings, with just a hint of wear/brass to the very top edges of cap.  Well better than most.

Pen 3577 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  Mandarin Orange  $280 SOLD Mint Stickered
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $280
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Mint with nib-grade sticker. Never met ink. Superb all around.

Pen 3531 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  $265 Mandarin Orange. Sentinel:white-dot, steel cap, two tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc+	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. Clean pen with fine point.

Pen 2976 S Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Pastel Green  $75
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA	clip moves slightly
Point: Medium- smooooth.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $75
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Smooth nib. Discounted  as the nib does wiggle a bit left to right. Nice writer.

Pen 1863 Sheaffer PFM III. Jet Black Snorkel Filler. Gold Filled Trim. Gold nib.   $230
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $230
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a PFM III with gold nib and goldfilled cap-band. It is in excellent shape, and has a name stamped in the barrel neatly. Nice writer.

Pen 2875-M  Sheaffer Snorkel Special  Gray  $85 sold
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Snorkel SPECIAL features non-white-dot nib and open PdAg nib. This one has remnant of nib-grade sticker still on the gripping section. Clean pen

Pen 3091  Sheaffer Flat-Top Oversized SOLD Jet Black Celluloid. Single-Band. Mid 1920's. Plump Point  $225
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Full Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size:  5 1/4 " 13.4 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer was the first of the "Big- 4" to embrace celluloid. Conventional wisdom has it that Sheaffer introduced celluloid to pen manufacture, though of late some data have arrived suggesting that Leboeuf might have beat them to the punch.  This is a relatively early flat-top with high-riding clip and single cap-band. Very clean pen with no brassing to cap-band and lever, and just a bit to the clp-ball.  Plump wet medium point with very firm nib. Nice writer.

Pen 3094 Z: Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Jet Black Celluloid 1936-41  $235 SOLD
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  XF-F (2-tone)	Imprint:  Extra Fine	Size: 5 1/2" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $235 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This is the big one, in conservative black celluloid. No brassing to the metal trim. Clean imprint with a few letters a bit light at the right side. Couple light marks to plastic.  Superb correct two tone Sheaffer Lifetime smooth wet nib that is very fine (i label it between Fine and Extra Fine).  A nice daily scribbler, no doubt.

Pen 1584 Sheaffer Balance "Autograph" Solid 14K Gold Trim  $245
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  Perfect		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: VG	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Med+ Smooooth	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5 3/8"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:    Sheaffer during the 1930's catalogued and sold far more solid gold trim pens than did other major manufacturers.  The pens we llump under "Autograph" in general packed solid 14k hallmarked clip and cap band (not lever).  This pen is the second largest size, what eventually would be called the Statesman and would eventually (in non-Autograph trim) pack the "1000" barrel imprint. This pen dates earlier, probably early-mid 1930's. Very clean shape. Sharp sharp barrel imprint. No plastic flaws. Clean trim. The smooth medium+ upturned monotone Sheaffer LIfetime nib does have one tiny nick at an edge. Lovely pen

Pen 3108 R:  Sheaffer Balance Admiral 1938-41 Carmine Celluloid $225 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc+	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: FINE	Imprint: ExtraFine	Size: 5 7/16" 13.6cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS: Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar markets during the 1930's and were in fierce competition.  Carmine was introduced around 1938 and is popular with collectors. The model packs the "500" mark representing its $5 price, and eventually gained the name, "Admiral".  This one is quite clean with smooth fine point.

Pen 3539 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel PEACOCK (not Pastel) Blue   $265   SOLD Sentinel:white-dot, steel cap, two tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $130
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. The tough 6 colors are in a different league from typical Snork colors.

Pen 3549  mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $275 SOLD Mandarin Orange:  Canadian Valiant:  white-dot, plastic cap, two--tone  gold nib.
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine+	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Clean pen. While Canadian-made high cachet colors are known, this actually is the first I've owned from among those six colors. Nib and barrel both with Canadian markings. Interesting pen. Nice writer.

Pen 3566 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Vermilion  $95  SOLD Vacumania's Basement. Barrel flaw
Overall Grade: User**	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Barrel stress cracks
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Vermilion  is one of the six colors of high-cachet, probably more scarce than Fiesta and Mandarin.  Vermilion is found only in non-White Dot models. This one  has a number of stress cracks (hairlines, in parallel) running near front of barrel.  Discounted from usual $250+ "excellent" price.

Pen 3601 MF:  Sheaffer flat-end ringtop Gold-filled Metal. Mid 1920's or so.   $175 SOLD Monster Flex Nib. Fine to BBB
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine-to-BB Flex	Imprint: NA	Size: 3 1/2"  9.5cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  I have healthy respect for and a nice collection of quality metal ring-tops generally dating to late 1910's-1930 or so. They were jewelry items in their day and were meant not just for the ladies (whose dresses lacked pockets) but also for me who wore them in their suits' vest pockets. Amongst the "Big FIve" pen makers and their smaller but still quality competitors, Very nice variants can be found readily from  Sheaffer, Waterman, Wahl and Mabie. Most offered pens of this sort in sterling, gold-filled andn solid gold, with some interesting other choices used on occasion.   Key to the non-solid-metal pens is to find pens free of brassing.  Dings always matter. This one is clean. Ding free. Unbrassed.  Clean unpersonalized cartouche.   No joke, if one likes metal pens, he can build a killer collection by diverse makers at a reasonable cost by embracing  the ring-tops. This one has a very flex nib, with the charming early "Sheaffer Self Filler" imprint

Pen 3477 NB: Sheaffer Oversized Balance ~1933   $450  SOLD  (Gray with Red Veins). Superb Condition
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Superb	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA	Personalized "Nelson Lally"
Point:  Fine+	Imprint: as mint.	Size: 5 1/2 " 14 cm	PRICE: $450
COMMENTS: Let me start by noting that this is offering is an uncommon one for Vacumania. Oversized Gray/Red Sheaffer Balance pens are notoriously hard to find in superb condition. The plastic is at risk for crazing  for stress lip cracks.  This one pops. Color is excellent, trim is superb, pen packs a mirror finish free of blemishes. No cracks. No crazing.  It is the nicest Gray Pearl (the 1st of Sheaffer's three  colors named Gray Pearl) I've offered for sale and is at least as clean as any example in this color in my personal collection. It would be a $650-700 pen, save that it has been personalized-- quite neatly-- in the barrel as shown in the inset photo. As this is a heat-stamped name, it conceivably can be raised with heat, but I tend not to risk that with pens, and I wouldn't dare do so with this fragile color. I am happy to be able to offer this one. Save $200+ for the name and grab a primo example of this tough color

Pen 3614 M: Sheaffer Balance Sovereign.  $115 SOLD Slender Full-Length, Gray Pearl Celluloid 1937-1941
Overall Grade:Extra FIne	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point:  F-XF (very smooth)	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14.2cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer offered pens in three diameters in full length, and when considering different trim levels and allowing for a few years for series evolution, arguably up to 7  full length models.  Sovereign (taking its name in 193*0 is the high-line (white dot) slender variant.  This one  is a quite decent pen offering entry to the series.  Key is that the gray color is well preserved and that trim on the cap is quite clean. Recall my "Silver Pearl" screed... "Today they are common and often less expensive than other colors. They are all-told in less demand today because the pale color shows celluloid discoloration more than other colors and because unlike gold-filled trim the chrome trim cannot readily be polished once worn or pitted.  My assertion is they are common because back in the day, when clean, they were stunningly lovely pens and thus sold well. They are  uncommon today  in very clean condition " This one sees excellent color and plating on the cap metal.  Proper two-one gold Lifetime nib.  Nice transparency to the Transometer gripping section. The lever has pitting and scrathcing.  Excellent writer with smooth two-tone Sheaffer Lifetime nib with fine to frankly XF point.

Pen 3612  MF:  Sheaffer Valiant 1941 Military Clip Balance set.  $115 SOLD
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA	Plastic:  Scratch by lever
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: Ecx	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:   Introduced at the end of Balance's run, the military clip pens freshened one of the longest running pen series from pendom's golden age.  Valiant is the larger model, with white dot and with Lifetime two-toned nib. A noticeable scrath is present near the lever (It shows in the photo above). Clean nib. Very nice writer with two-tone Sheaffer Lifetime nib, with ultra-smooth upturned "Waverly" style fine-medium point. Pen is excellent save for the noticeable scratch.

Pen 3251 R:  Sheaffer Oversized Balance Set 1929 $525 SOLD Black and Pearl Celluloid. "1st year/1st style". Excellent color
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Pending	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9cm	PRICE: $525
COMMENTS: For certain pens, "color is everything".  This first style Balance set (yes, just ONE pen, shown in two views, above) has the long humped clip, short cap, short gripping section, flat feed and monotone nib... all correct. Great color with minimal darkening to part of  the cap plastic. The challenges of multiple color spaces being what they are-- getting from camera to monitor-- i believe the pen has just bit more amber than shows above.  A "top 5%" if not better OS Black/Pearl Balance. Specks of brassing at usual spot (edge of clip ball of pen) and bit at very top of clip. You can see in the pics- minimal.

Pen 3599  M: Sheaffer Balance Ebonized Pearl  "Regent"  $375 SOLD Off catalogue "Jeweler's" style cap-band on a pen that otherwise is a full size non-white-dot Statesman One of the most lovely pens I've offered via Vacumania
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: nearmint	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:   A glorious pen,  with my apologies if that waxes hyperbolic. It remains uncertain if  it is my friend Pat or I holds the record for largest collection of off-catalogue Balance variants, pens with cap-band tweaks not shown in the numerous company catalogues issued during Balance's 1929-1941 run,  though you can see pens from both collections in the article I put in PENnant Magazine (including the cover shot) this summer, the first to address this niche in Balance collecting. This one dates to 1936 or a bit later. The model would gain a name in 1938 when Sheaffer began naming models. A rare in-box price/model label turned up on ebay a few years ago, the only way we know that an upgraded Statesman became a Regent.   This one is a bit killer. The Ebonized Pearl celluloid (harboring mother-of-pearl chips) is in great shape, with bright iridescence in the chips.  The pen is in great shape, with razor sharp "Sheaffer's.." imprint and with clean unbrassed trim. The extra-wide milled ("Jeweler's" style) cap-band (catalogued pens hd thin smooth bands) is unengraved and unmarked.   I have on similar in my own collection or this would stay with me. A stunner.

Pen 3488 NB: Sheaffer Targa  Classic  $240 SOLD Laque Cadmium Yellow Colour Palette Swirl
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color: Perfect
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8 " 13.6	PRICE: $240 SOLD
COMMENTS: A better color/pattern in the full sized Targa series. the finish the result of 14 hand lacquerings. Mint condition.

Pen 3319:  Sheaffer/Levenger Connaisseur  $205 SOLD Double Broad Semi-Flex nib
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: Nearmint
Point: Broad+  Semi-Flex	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 5/8" 14 cm	PRICE: $205
COMMENTS: 3 Some of Levenge Sheaffer re-branded (well, partially) pens for Levenger's store sales. The Connaisseur done for Levenger featured transparent plastics. This one packs a nib probably originally sold as broad, though to my eye it is pushing double broad. Very responsive, it has some true tine separation under pressure, arguing for semi-flex status.  Takes cartridge and converter. Includes Sheaffer converter.

COLOR	NIB	PRICE
1.  British Racing Green (Opaque). Sheaffer branded. (yes it is green. Pic looks black)	Broad Oblique	$235 SOLD
2. Merlot (Opaque). Sheaffer branded	Broad Stub with hint of Reverse Obl.	$235 SOLD
3. Lime Clear (Levenger's).	Medium	$215 SOLD
4. Lemon Clear (Levenger's)	Broad STUB	$245  SOLD
5. Blueberry  Clear (Levenger's)	Broad	$230 SOLD
6. Lemon Clear (Levenger's)	Broad Oblique	$245 SOLD
7. Plum Clear (Levenger's)	Broad	$230 SOLD
8. Lichen Clear (Levenger's) Military Clip. Smooth Band (less commonly seen)	Broad Stub	$245  SOLD
9. Avocado Clear  (Green-Gray) (Levenger's) Military Clip. Smooth Band.  (less commonly seen trim)	Broad Stub	$245 SOLD
10. Strawberry Clear (Levenger's)	Broad	$230 SOLD

Pen 2878-S  Sheaffer PFM-V ( Pen For Men 5 ) Black $360 SOLD
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal:ExtraFine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point:  XF-F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $360
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  PFM-V was the most expensive trim configuration offered in all colors, with gold-filled cap, gold nib and gold-filled end plate at bottom of pen. No frank dings but bit of roughness to very edge at top of cap.

Pen 3563 mf:  Sheaffer Pen For Men One (PFM-I)  $345  SOLD Green: 1959-1963. Monster Double Broad Nib
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Double Broad	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $345
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  PFM-I has palladium-silver nib and matching white trim. Monster double broad nib, a one-in-a-hundred original point.

Pen 2520 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3) Black $295 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Clip Brassing	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point: F-XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  PFM II has gold-filled trim and 14k inlaid nib.  Huge "iridium" on this one, with  broad+ lush line.

Pen 3576 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Crest  $225 SOLD Black
Overall Grade: Nearmint+	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Crest has gold-filled cap and two-tone gold "Triumph" nib. As-mint condition but has met ink. Nice writer.

Pen 3544 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Saratoga Black   $295  SOLD Fully marked Flex-Medium NIb
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Mint
Point:  Flex Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Saratoga featured two-tone open-nib and non white dot plastic cap.  Flex nib Snorks are scarce. Note the flex-medium code. Note the lack of a stamped divider line  between yellow and white portions of hte nib. Mint condition. It gets no better.

Pen 3559 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  $210 SOLD Uncommon Accountant (Firm XXF)  Point Admiral: non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Accountant	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $210
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   In nearmint (it has met ink) stickered condition, this Admiral packs an uncommon fully marked Accountant  (ultra fine) point.  The gripping section sticker says just "Extra-Fine" but the "A" code on the nib is the tell.  These don't cause quite the same drama as flex nibs, but they don't turn up often. This is the first "A" nib I've handled.

Pen 3574 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign Buckskin Tan   $340 SOLD Triple Threat:  Monster Nib (scarce fully marked Fine Flex), Better Color (Buckskin), and mildly uncommon Sovereign model
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine-Flex	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 55 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $340
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Saratoga featured two-tone open-nib and non white dot plastic cap.  Flex nib Snorks are scarce. Note the flex-fine code. Note the lack of a stamped divider line  between yellow and white portions of the  nib. Mint condition. It gets no better.  The Saratoga is a relatively uncommon model as most steel-cap pens are White Dot. Buckskin is an intermediate-level color Pen grades full mint, undipped.  Gripping section has a "Fine" (not "Flex Fine") sticker.  Special pen. Water tests smoothly, but never has met ink. Restored and with warranty but may not be returned if inked/dipped barring a missed flaw.

Pen 2538 MF Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel PEACOCK (not Pastel) Blue   $300 SOLD Clipper:white-dot, steel cap,PdAg nib.
Overall Grade:  Excellent	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Excellent condition. Smooth Fine Point

Pen 2186 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper   Fiesta Red  $265  SOLD Smokey desaturated red not to be confused with Vermilion
Overall Grade: exc	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine Smooth	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 5/8"  14cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. A top color snork,  Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion. Fiesta is one of the 6 high-cachet (and relatively scarce) Snork colors.  The pic turned out a bit orangy, but this one is Fiesta, no worries. Beautiful shape and just serviced by El Zorno.

Pen 3529 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $185 SOLD Sage Green. Nearmint Statesman: White Dot Plastic Cap and PdAg "Triumph" nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Superb pen with nice medium point

Pen 3550mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Buckskin Tan   $105 SOLD
Overall Grade: Excellent**	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Missing	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. Cosmetically, nearmint, there is no barrel imprint (or cap imprint, as sometimes is found instead).  Clean pen. No evidence of tampering. Might have left factory without imprint. I've discounted it anyway.   A clean user at basement price, fully restored with warranty.

Pen 3575 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Crest  $250 SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint+	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Buckskin is considered one of the intermediate colors, along with Sage. My few years hunting Snorks suggests it gives "High Cachet" Fiesta a run in the rarity race and that it is well less common than Sage. Matching gripping section adds a bit of "oomph" to the look, though I am uncertain that Buckskin was offered any other way. Crest is a better model and Buckskin a better color.  This one is as-mint. After heavy flush I thought I saw a hint of ink. Superb.

Pen 3552 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Pastel Blue  $140 SOLD Mint Stickered.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  Mint	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Fine nib seems quite smooth on water testing of this apparently Mint pen. There is darkening to the nib-grade sticker, but no ink rubs with water, so might be fading vs old ink exposure on handling.

Pen 3541 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  $145 SOLD Black. Mint Stickered Sentinel:white-dot, steel cap, two tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. Strict mint with no sign of prior inking. Nib water-tests smoothly.

Pen 3578 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $140 (SOLD) NM Stickered
Overall Grade: NM+	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   As-mint but has been dipped. Sticker marked "fine" but point is Fine-XF

Pen 3536 MF Sheaffer "For Your Autograph" Touchdown. 1949-1950  $295 Hallmarked Solid Gold Cap-Trim
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.  While these do not have a snorkel tube, they look and feel far more like an oversized Snorkel pen than does  the later Sheaffer Pen For Men which used the snork tube but which had a different shape.  I'm fond of these.   This one has solid gold trim and ran $20 back in the day. A much "better" model.

Pen 3542 Sheaffer Touchdown Stateman, 1949-1950   $195 SOLD The "fat" (pre TM "Thin Model") Series. Burnt Umber Forticel Plastic.
Overall Grade:Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $195
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.  While these do not have a snorkel tube, they look and feel far more like an oversized Snorkel pen than does the later Sheaffer Pen For Men which used the snork tube but which had a different shape. Statesman combined the prior era's non-white-dot open nib Sovereign with prior era's "Triumph" nib Statesman. The open nib is massive relative to the pen.  Clean pen in Burnt Umber (chocolate brown) plastic, with nice fine point. .

Pen 3564 mf:  Sheaffer Touchdown Valiant Tuckaway Green   $120 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 3/4" 12.5"	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  The first Touchdowns (vs later Thin Model Touchdown) I've offered in years, a taste of the couple hundred 1940's Sheaffer's heading, eventually, to a huge Vacumania Update, the full Touchdown pen appeared in 1949 in Sheaffer's Forticel injection plastic, replacing the long-running plunger-fill pens.    Valiant Tuckaway is full girth with full-length  (clasp clip) cap with short barrel, a squat stubby thing.  All but the blind cap grade near mint, but blind cap has couple light marks.

Pen 3483-R  WASP CLIPPER (sub-brand of Sheaffer)   $220 SOLD Brown Lahn Celluloid.   (Clip and cap-band have been replated by Ron Zorn)
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine*	Color: Exc
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 " 12.9 cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS: One of my few claims to fame in collectable pendom is being the discoverer of Sheaffer literature identifying the name Lahn for this pattern celluoid, one which has gold-tone metallic threads buried deep in the clear celluloid, hiding under the colored plastic stripes, making for a remarkable visual depth to the plastic.  Found so far only in standard (full girth) size, the weak point is the trim. Whether plated insted of "filled", whether thinner gold-filled than other Sheaffer pens,  or whether in general  found more worn as the pen was inexpensive ($1.25 or so) back in the day and thus was used with more abandon... pens typically are found with clean plastic but worn trim.    Sheaffer sub-brand pens are some of the relatively few pens I will routinely consider for after-market plating, and this one indeed I had done (cap metal) by Ron Zorn.

Pen 3500 R  Sheaffer Skyboy Military Balance Set  $255 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Excellent	Metal: Excellent	Color: Excellent
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium+	Imprint: Excellent	Size: 5 1/16 " 13 cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: As Sheaffer's Balance wound down in 1941, that manufacturer released the last key Balance form, the mlitary-clip pens, done in standard and slender sizes.  Trumpeting an aviation spin, but with no structural differences save for the clip markings, the Skybo pens are far less common than the smooth-clip pens, and are amongst the most desirable of the military Sheaffers.  Service Autograph (solid gold cap-band) and off-catalogue wide-lined "Jeweler's cap-band" pens float  in that lofty zone.   This one includes pen and pencil in  a military-themed  case with red/white/blue internal band and with eagle on the outside.  Sheaffer's warranty and instriuctions are present too.  A neat package. Looks nice in the photo, which was done before Ron Zorn restored the set :)

Pen 3469:  Sheaffer 1920's Gold Filled Pen $270 SOLD Striped Pattern. Full Size Metal Pen with #3 Nib.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  NA
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine Flex	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 " 12.9 cm	PRICE: $270
COMMENTS: I'm fond of Sheaffer's flat-top metal pens. Do see a discussion of them, with some killer pictures, over at Fountain Pen Board.  FPB Metal Sheaffer Discussion This one is a full size model, 5" long with #3 Sheaffer Self Filler nib that has nice flexibility. Flex nibs generally are not associated with Sheaffer, but they do crop up more frequently amongst the early, "Self Filler" nibs.  In my view pens of this sort are well less common than Waterman and Wahl metal, but I keep open mind on that point.  Most are found in rough shape. This one is not rough.  Note trace edge brassing (from posting) at very butt of pen as is shown in photo. Indicia is smooth and free from personalization. Edges are crisp. Couple pin dings (literally that size) on back of cap.  Far, far better than average for these.

Pen 2524  Sheaffer Balance Slender set $225 SOLD Carmine Celluloid. Nearmint Pen. Stickered Mint Pencil.
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: MInt	clarity: Superb
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Slender ($3.50 pen) in popular Carmine Red. Late 1930's. Nearmint in the strictest sense. Dipped maybe filled. Perfect cosmetics. Mint stickered pencil. Gorgeous set.

Pen 3555 mf:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant   $145 SOLD Pastel Blue Valiant:  White-dot, plastic cap, Two tone Triumph  gold nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  MInt condition. Fine nib seems quite smooth on water testing

Pen 3293 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. SAGE Green 1950's   $105 SOLD Special: Non-White-Dot, Plastic Cap, PdAg Open Nib
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Special, whilst the most humble model,  was introduced after the series first appeared, and is seen a bit less frequently than several other models. The nib-code (6) reflects this. This nib is M-6, for medium point on a special. It is nice wet, very smooth writer.  Grand example of Special.

Pen 2979 S Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Extra Fine Point $90 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  None	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. No sign barrel imprint ever present.  No dings. Clean pen with nice point, quite smooth for such a fine line.

Pen 3537  MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  $285 SOLD Periwinkle. Near Mint. Sentinel:white-dot, steel cap, two tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Superb	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money.  Superb pen. Razor sharp imprint.

Pen 3371   Sheaffer TM Touchdown Sentinel  1951 Green  $150 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  TM (Thin Model) Touchdown preceded Snorkel by a year, and saw a roughly one year production run vs. Snorkel's nine years. Model names and trim/nib arrangements  varied a bit from what would be found with Snorkel. Colors, too. Plain Green is a holdover from the earlier (fat) Touchdown era. It is not found with Snorkel.

Pen 3553 mf:  Sheaffer PFM III  $295 Black:  Fine Point. 1959-1963
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch Perfect	clarity :NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS: The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a PFM III with gold nib and gold filled cap-band.  Clean pen.

Pen 3297 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper. Fiesta Red   $265 SOLD Clipper: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, PdAg Triumph (Conical) Nib  "High Cachet" Color:  Nearmint Stickered.
Overall Grade: NM+	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Fiesta Red is one of the six "high cachet" colors, though likely the most common amongst htem. Nib properly coded M-4 for medium point in a Clipper.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point. No ink on water testing but seems to be  a tint to the "Medium" sticker on gripping section, so I called it "near" mint.

Pen 3261 Sheaffer Snorkel Crest Set-in-Box $175  SOLD Crest: White Dot, 2-Tone Gold Triumph (conical) Nib, Gold-Filled Cap
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine*	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's. A quite decent Crest set, this one is kept from full Excellent by a single pin-point ding on back of cap. Easy to miss at first glance, but hey, I like to be meticulous.  Classic Sheaffer "Waverley" upturned point, properly coded "F-5" for fine point in a Crest (not all nibs pack codes, and swaps can give mislabelled nibs). Very smooth writer.

Pen 2861-M  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $160  SOLD Sage Green: one of the two intermediate cachet colors
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $160
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Sage is a "better" color along with Buckskin, well less common than the... well... common colors.

Pen 3278 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Signature. Pastel Green  $200 SOLD Signature: Solid Gold Cap-band, Plastic Cap, 2-tone Gold Nib Non-Black Signature Pens are Relatively Scarce. Very Smooth Extra Fine Point
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF	Imprint: Extrafine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $200
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Signature has hallmarked 14-k capband (vs Autograph which has wider gold band and gold clip).  This one has- obviously- a signature on the Signature band ;) Clean pen. Upturned "Waverley"-style point, typical to Sheaffer Triumph nibs.  Extra Fine points tend to be scratchy. However, this one is quite smooth.

Pen 2492F  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Pastel Blue   $90 SOLD
Overall Grade:Exc+	Metal:Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity:  NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Open monotone 14k gold  nib, as expected for this model.

Pen 2981 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $105 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Clip Brassing	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point: medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Smooth medium point

Pen 3284 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Pastel Green 1950's   $65 SOLD Sentinel: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, 2-Tone Gold (Conical) Nib From Vacumania's Basement
Overall Grade: VG-Fine	Metal: One Ding	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine (nearly XF)	Imprint: NONE*	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $65
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Cap has one small ding to right of clip. Barrel lacks imprint (pretty clean barrel- whether never had imprint or was polished away at some point, I cannot say). Writes well and of course fully restored. Figure with the modest ding and missing imprint, I'll toss this one in the  "Basement".

Pen 2494F Sheaffer Snorkel Special  $85 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  : The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Open monotone PdAg  nib, as expected for this model.

Pen 3277 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Gray $115  SOLD Sentinel: White Dot, 2-Tone Cap, 2-Tone Gold Nib. Early Variant with gold Snorkel Tube
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's.  This one pops. Probably full mint, no sign of having met ink. Fine point, with the classic upturned Sheaffer "Waverley" point.   The early style gold Snorkel tube (some claim "first year only") adds charm to this one. Fully restored with warranty, but may not be returned for refund if inked/dipped. Slight delay in shipping to further adjust the snorkel tube.

Pen 2985 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman.   $160  SOLD SAGE Green- An Intermediate-Cachet Color
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:  ExtraFine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $160
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph  (conical) nib, as expected for this model.

Pen 3328 R:  Sheaffer Balance Sovereign. Roseglow 1936-1938  $235 SOLD Lifetime Slender Full Length Model
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: Roseglow overwhelmingly is the Balance color of greatest  cachet to curent collectors, and in most forrms is considered the most scarce color. Sovereign is a "long, slender" pen, and at $8.75 with white dot, radius clip, and Lifetime nib, is the highest level model available in this size. Overall clean pen and quite nice writer, it has great color, sharp imprint and nice clarity to the transparent gripping section.  The tip of the clip has the usual smidge of brassing, and there is trace edge brassing to cap-band.

Pen 3336 R:  Sheaffer Balance Full Size "Jeweler's Cap-Band" 1930's $150 SOLD Jet Black Celluloid (pen was restored and polished after photo taken)
Overall Grade: Extr Fine	Metal: Exx	Color:  NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.8cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS: The wide-lined so-called "Jeweler's Cap-band" is a well recognized factory-original cap-band for Balance, found in a small percentage of pens. It is uncatalogued and minimally documented by Sheaffer. This one is based on Admiral, a full size non-lifetime model. Nice writer, clean trim. The wide cartouche on the cap-band has not been personalized.

Pen 3452:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Carmine. Late 1930's $740 SOLD Off-Catalogue Up-Cachet "Jeweler's" Style Cap-Band. Superb.
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: NM	Color:  Superb
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: F-M	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $740
COMMENTS: All Sheaffer catalogues show Balance with smooth single cap-band. A variety of off-catalogue and variably uncommon cap-bands are known. Speculation is that these were made for limited markets, even specific stores.  This one, commonly references as the "Jeweler's Band" features a wide milled single cap-band. Such cap-bands  add significant "oomph" to otherwise similar catalogued variants.  This one pretty well has it all.  Carmine celluloid in superb condition. Hefty oversized pen.  Excellent writer.  It is noted for completeness that the feed is the earlier style flat ladder style. Great writer.  Serious collector's pen.

Pen 3454 R:  Sheaffer Balance Oversized 1936-7  $645 SOLD Roseglow Celluloid. Plunger-fill
Overall Grade: VG-F	Metal: Fine	Color:  As below
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: F-M	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $645
COMMENTS: The "ultimate" catalogued plastic Sheaffer, based on current collector convention.  Relatively scarce color with short product run. Differs from the other striated colors as instead of having a black substrate, the dominant fuchsia  rests on silver pearl.  Fully restored the right way by El Zorno, the plunger-fill system should outlast by far any recently restored conventional sac pen.  No "fatal flaws" but fair degree of use has rendered this lower  grade than the typical $1200 excellent example.  As with most of the vac-fill Roseglow pens, the barrel is quite ambered, dark with occasional native stripes showing through. Cap color is great.  Some brassing on trim and clip ball can be seen as is a slight bump in distal clip as seen in the three-view photo above.

Pen 3451 R:  Sheaffer Balance Standard set. Ebonized Pearl  $255 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Extra Fine.
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF-F	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 3/8"  13.7 cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: Clean set.  Clean trim to pen. Speck of brassing to PENCIL's clip at top.  Pencil with superb color, barrel with slight tint to the green side, better in fact tha pic suggests. Razor sharp manufacturer's imprint.  Not certain this is a matching set (should the pencil have a ring for this model?), but the pencil is tossed in gratis, so no harm there.

Pen 3467 NB:  Sheaffer Balance Statesman (Standard)  Set $260 SOLD Nearmint/Mint in Box.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Superb	Color:  Superb
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Superb (grip)
Point: Fine	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $260
COMMENTS: High Line (White Dot/Lifetime) set in 2nd largest size in frankly stunning shape. Pen has remnant of circular sticker consistent with Sheaffer price sticker from that era. This one lets one see why these sold so well. Crisp all around. One of the cleanest full size Balances I've  handled.  Full one year function warranty applies, but may not be returned if inked or dipped.

Pen 1677 Sheaffer Balance Pencil in Roseglow Celluloid   $85 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Excellent		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Mechanism:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA	Plastic: couple tiny flea bites
Point: NA	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  4 3/4"	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:   Excellent short  Roseglow pencil, a match for either the $8.75 Lifetime pen or $5 Feathertouch. For the collector of the Sheaffer color packing the highest cachet with modern collectors.

Pen 3349:  Sheaffer WASP Vacuum-Fil 1936 $190 SOLD "Screaming Souls in Purgatory" Plastic Green
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9cm	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS: A desirable pattern in this series of Sheaffer sub-brand pens, the "Screamer" (named by collectors for the abstract gaping mouths is the miasma) has more fragile trim than is found on Sheaffers, proper. Thus most are found brassed, even with clean plastic. This one is not brassed. Color is even with no fluorescence or crazing. Great example.

Pen 3120  Sheaffer Balance Standard DEMONSTRATOR $775 SOLD A Scarce and Un-catalogued Variant. Nib Somewhat Flexible
Overall Grade: Extra-Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Extra-Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine Flex	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8  13.3	PRICE: $775
COMMENTS: Yeah, yeah... here's the screed. In the seven years since I first encountered the clear-green Standard Demo, I've seen maybe 4-5 total; the Demo is grossly more rare than any of the catalogued colors.  The oversized Demo carries a yellow tint; standard size is green. All i've seen in green carry mid-1930's trim/imprint. Like most of these, this has internal stress marks at either end, likely reflecting underlying manufacturing process (even colored pens often show stress marks at tips, when examined via loupe).  This one has nice color,with ambering only at cap tip. Imprint is sharp. Threads are clean. Trim is clean.

Pen 3008-S  Sheaffer Balance Oversized   $245  SOLD Jet Black Celluloid 1936-1941
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perf	clarity: NA
Point: Full Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 9/16th" 13.7 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS: Big honkin'  Balance with plump medium two tone Sheaffer Lifetime nib.

Pen 2884-S  Sheaffer Balance Long Standard $135 SOLD Jet Black celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: F-M	Imprint:Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This one is a full size (long standard) non-white dot pen with correct Sheaffer Feather Touch two tone nib. Clean all around. Quite a nice writer.

Pen 3061 JB  Sheaffer Balance  Slender Standard  SIlver Pearl $115  SOLD Wide Milled Cap-band. An Uncatalogued, Relatively Scarce Variant. Clean.
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity:  NA	Plastic: Fine
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  5 3/8" 13.5 cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS: Balance sees the second greatest prevalence in my personal collection, following Vacumatic. As with Vacumatic, its long production run and success allowed for some relatively unusual and uncatalogued variants. Silver Pearl pens from the 1930's (Parker, Sheaffer and Waterman) often suffer relative to other colors, as the plastic shows ambering more readily than do more highly pigmented colors, and that "white" trim once worn cannot be readily polished as can be the gold-filled trim of other colors.  Clean Silver Pearl pens thus command some degree of extra cachet. This one is... a decent example of the uncatalogued "Jeweler's Band" pen in Grey Pearl> Color is excellent. Cap trim is pretty much excellent too. The lever however is somewhat pitted.  Smooth F-M point.

Pen 3368  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Set. Late 1950's Periwinkle  $325  SOLD Sentinel: Metal, White Dot Cap. Conical Gold Two-Tone Nib
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Periwinkle (not to be confused with PASTEL) blue is one of the top 6 colors, grossly more scarce than the basic colors, and Periwinkle is near the high end of that group. Clean set

Pen 3373   Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper. Late 1950's Periwinkle  $240 SOLD Clipper: White Dot Metal Cap. Conical PdAg nib.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: MediumSmooth	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Periwinkle (not to be confused with PASTEL) blue is one of the top 6 colors, grossly more scarce than the basic colors, and Periwinkle is near the high end of that group.  Imprint is complete but a bit light. Single small scratch by imprint.

Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $215 SOLD Buckskin Tan (pink)- An "Intermediate" Color Statesman: White Dot, Plastic Cap, PdAg Conical "Triumph" Nib
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: ExtraFine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Buckskin is considered one of the intermediate colors, along with Sage. My few years hunting Snorks suggests it gives "High Cachet" Fiesta a run in the rarity race and that it is well less common than Sage. Matching gripping section adds a bit of "oomph" to the look, though I am uncertain that Buckskin was offered any other way. Clean pen with excellent metal and clean plastic. Imprint fully legible but not nearmint sharp. Extremely smooth medium point, with the Triumph nib featuring that "Waverley"-type upturned point, and correctly marked M-4 (for medium point in a Statesman).

Pen 2004 Sheaffer Snorkel Special Pastel Blue 1950's   $80   SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  Nice Basic Snork. The Special looks just like admiral at first peek- plastic cap and non-white dot. But this late appearing Snorkel model features an open white PdAg nib, unlike the Admiral. Responsive fine point nib.

Pen 2519  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen For Men 2) Burgundy $315 SOLD Broad-Double Broad "Monster" Nib
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal:Extra Fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  NA
Point:  Broad+	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $315
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is the "II" featuring white metal cap and PdAg nib. Recently I encountered some info to explain why the II is well less commong than III; it seems it was produced for a well shorter run. This one has a most uncommon plump ball-like Broad+ Point.  Clean pen with light wear to cap, which still shows respectable original frost.

Pen 1869 Sheaffer PFM I Snorkel Filler in Jet Black Outrageous Broad-Double Broad nib.  $325 SOLD Monster Nib Alert
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  B-BB	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $325 SOLD
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors. This one is a PFM I-  with the expected white trim and PdAg nib. It also has one of the quite small number of Broad+ nibs i've seen in this series.  Broad- Double Broad range, the ball shaped iridium writes a monster line. Scarce nib.

Pen 3279  MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Gray  $175 SOLD Crest: White Dot; Gold-Filled Cap; 2-Tone Gold Triumph (conical) Nib
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point: Fine-XF	Imprint: Fine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Crest is an upscale model, featuring a gold-filled cap. Overall clean pen with bit of wear to imprint. Very fine point, marked as "fine"  but to my eye bordering extra fine. I might not be able to ship this until mid-June as I wish to get the quite fine point just a bit more smooth. If that is not a concern, I can ship more quickly.

Pen 3309 -R:  Sheaffer Snorkel CLIPPER Burgundy $ Not Inexpensive $ Clipper: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, Pd-AgTriumph (Conical) Nib NOT FOR SALE: Just for show (ing off) Rare fully marked FLEXIBLE STUB Triumph Nib (FS-4 Code)
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point: Flexible Stub (Broad)	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Yeah, this one is not for sale- at least not for awhile. I wish to use it for a few months and to savor the point both for writing and for rarity/cachet.  Triumph nibs were very rarely made with true flex, more rarely still found with appropriate nib code, never mind finding both in a broad stub. While i dislike (sort of dislike, anyway) extravagant guessing games, I would venture the guess that marked Flex Triumph Snork nibs (never mind in Stub) are seen on order of 1 in 500 to 1 in 1000 nibs. Maybe more rare. But, maybe not... go prove all this, right? Collectors hunt scarce and desirable pen models, and user-oriented hobbbyists hunt neat points.  On vintage writing instruments during recent years the two types of hobbyist have found overlap in rare variant nibs, making exotic points on old pens highly sought items, indeed. I recently picked up two properly code-marked Flex Triumph nibs. Had pen friend and restorer El Zorno fit them to two basic color pens in decent condition. I could put the nibs into better color pens, but don't want drive value to a rediculous point. As it is these two nibs in regular Snorks will price at or above the "high cachet" colors with normal nibs.  I just figured, since this is a Snork update, you might like seeing an amazingly scarce Snorkel nib.

Pen 2588 Sheaffer Imperial  SET  $295 SOLD 14k Gold-Filled pen in Diamond/Rhomboid Pattern. Oblique Broad Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  ExtraFine	CLICK FOR Larger Pic
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Oblique Broad	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $295 SOLD
COMMENTS: I've actually found more of these in Sterling than in gold tone.  Guessing this dates to 1970's. That it is gold filled  (vs gold plated) indicates earlier production, though I don't insist. Very clean elegant pen.

Pen 2603 Sheaffer Targa. Laque Amber Moire Classic $375 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
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Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity:  NA
Point:  Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS: Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have a couple amber pens left.  Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 2604 Sheaffer Targa. Laque Emerald Moire Classic $375 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
Overall Grade: mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Mint	clarity: NA
Point: Broad Stub	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  : Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have a couple greens left. Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 2609 Sheaffer Targa Slimline Lame Pattern. Gold Plated  $240 SOLD  Mint NOS. Broad Stub Nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point: Broad Stub	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS: The gold-plated Lame pattern features a faceted cap-band. This one has been fitted with a Broad Stub Nib. Mint. New Old Stock. Converter included. Mid 1980's

Pen 2612 and 2613  Sheaffer Targa Slimline Model 676S  $265 SOLD  The Feather Pattern. Mint NOS.  A scarce Targa. Broad Stub Nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Sharp 3-D surfact pattern really catches the light. Mint New Old Stock. Fitted with Broad Stub nib. I have two of these in stock.

Pen 2500 Sheaffer Targa  $175 SOLD Gold Electroplated. Lined Pattern
Overall Grade:Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Med	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  Superb condition. Responsive Medium nib.

Pen 2501 Sheaffer Slender Targa Regency  $215 SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS: A not-so-common pattern mixing clusters of gold-tone lines with black enamel.  Slender Targa is well less common than standard size. I'm told the slender converter is not so easy to grab either; this one includes the converter. Smooth lush writer.

Pen 3335:  Sheaffer Imperial 1970's $285 SOLD Gold Plated "Diamond Zig-Zag" Pattern.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS:  COMMENTS: The metal Imperials are quite upscale variants of the humble plastic pens first introduced in the early 1960's. Most of these fancy variants date to 1970's-1980s. This one is called "diamond pattern" at one website, and the lines do form diamonds here and there, though this should not be confused with the far more common black-lined diamond "grid" pattern.  Very smooth  and responsive fine-medium point. cartridge-converter fill, with converter included.

Pen 3325:  Sheaffer Imperial $180 SOLD  Gold-Plated diamond-grid pattern. Fine-Medium smooth point
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: XF	Color: NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point: F-M responsive	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $180
COMMENTS: The metal Imperials are quite upscale variants of the humble plastic pens first introduced in the early 1960's. Most of these fancy variants date to 1970's-1980s. This one has some light scratches at the cap-lip. Very smooth  and responsive fine-ish point. Includes Sheaffer converter.

Pen 3338:  Sheaffer Flat-End Lifetime. 1930's $85 SOLD  Jade celluloid with great color. "Late Production Piece" Vacumania's Basement. Sealed hairline crack in cap-lip
Overall Grade: User Grade*	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA	Plastic: scattered marks
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 4 1/2" 11.5 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS: One of those "Excellent except for..." tradgedies.  Great color and trim, but has a hairline in the cap lip that was sealed, leaving a bit of a flat spot on the cap-lip. This is a significant value issue for collectable pens. There are scattered light marks at very top and bottom of pen.  I sell excellent pens at this level of color preservation in the $175-225 range. This one packs the eye appeal at more "usable" price.

Pen 3199 -JB:  Sheaffer Flat-Top Lifetime Short-Standard size SOLD Uncatalogued Late Production Piece. Superb Jade  $210
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size:  4 1/2 " 11.4 cm	PRICE: $210
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer was the first of the "Big- 4" to embrace celluloid, introducing pendom to green plastic pens.  Last illustrated in the 1929 Sheaffer catalogue that introduced Balance, modern research has shown that Sheaffer continued to manufacture the venerable flat-topped pens through at least the late 1930's, maybe later still.  This is one such pen, showing the blue-tinged Jade celluloid that we believe to be more stable than earlier shades, this pen also packs the low-set "humped" clip and the return of the single cap-band.  Great color. Tad of darkening at the threads.

Pen 3207  JB: Sheaffer Balance Oversized  1935-1936 $485  SOLD Ebonized Pearl Celluloid
Overall Grade: Extra-Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Extra-Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2"  14cm	PRICE: $485
COMMENTS: Not much to say. The largest Ebonized Pearl Balance, final style with "radius" clip.  Just a few mm of brassing on one part of cap-band. Nice color, not perfect but better than most. Clean two-tone "Waverly" (upturned) nib smooooth medium-ish point. Sharp imprint. Clean Plastic. Nice pen.

Pen 3258 R:  Sheaffer 3-25 Coral (straight orange) Celluloid  $175 SOLD Short  Model with Clip
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc+	Color:  Exc
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF	Imprint: Exc+	Size: 4 1/2" 11.5cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer introduced celluloid to pen making before Parker, but perhaps fearing the shadow of Duofold tended not to emphasize orange pens.  Still, they were made and catalogued.   This one is the standard girth (as are all catalogued orange plastic Sheaffers) short, clip model. This one pops. Clean pen with great trim, imprint, and plastic. Probably better than the one in my own collection, but what the heck... it's in the sales pile so I will let it go ;)  Very fine point, quite smooth for this degree of fineness.

Pen 3164 -NB  Sheaffer "Truncated Balance" non-Balance Jr. $140 SOLD Gray-with-Red-Veins Celluloid. Lever Filler ~ 1934-1935
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 1/2" 11.5 cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS: For year (or two... or three?) prior to the appearance of a true Balance Junior (with chrome trim, clip marked "Jr", "Jr" nib, etc), Sheaffer produced a non-Balance Junior. Not quite a flat-top the ends have taper that looks as if they were made from chopped Balance stock.  I've seen them in Black, possibly  Blue "marble",  Gray-with-Red-Vens, and Gray-Black.  Black and Grey-Black can be found as wire-pens (plunger filler) too.  Humble pens costing about $2.75 back in the day, they are not so prevalent now, and are hard to find clean, what with a couple of "sensitive" celluloid colors and that chrome trim> This one is well better than average. Nice color. Clean clip. Bit of brassing to cap-band.  Nib with more flex than found on most Sheaffers.

Pen 3100 R  Sheaffer Balance Standard (5-30) Set ~1929  $250 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: fine-med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar markets during the 1930's and were in fierce competition.  This is an early set, with "first style" features. Unlike later years in which Lifetime and non-Lifetime models would have the same contour, the early non-White Dot pens (5-30 and slender 3-25) had slightly shorter barrels than did the White Dot pens.  This one has the long humped clip and short gripping section that mark early pens. Color is excellent, better than most, with slight ambering to parts of the pen barrel. Probably did so well as it had a broken nib and might have been rendered unusable early on. Ron Zorn fitted it with a proper "5-30" nib from my stock and adjusted it for smooth excellent writing, with a fine-medium point.  Pen grades full excellent. Pencil is relatively clean but the pearl panel just above the clip does show a bit of internal separation (gives bit of texture to just that 1/4" panel). Great pen.

Pen 3069 R.  Sheaffer Balance Oversized 1929  $685 SOLD First style Extra Long. Jade Celluloid with Superb Color Preservation.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: Superb	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Extx	Threads: Perfect	clarity: n/a
Point: Med	Imprint:  Superb	Size: 5 3/4" 14.4 cm	PRICE: $685
COMMENTS: Where to start?  One of the best five OS Jade pens I've handled in ten years. Part of a pair recently acquired.  This one has all correct early style elements, including short non-streamlined section, and monotone nib.  This pair matches the pen I've had in my personal collection for 7 years. Clear Sac has been placed for color preservation. As the pic shows, the distal half inch or so shows only excellent instead of "staggering" color. Go figure.

Pen 3122 -S Sheaffer Balance Oversized.  1936-1941  $395 SOLD Golden Pearl Celluloid. Unusual Pattern to Cap Plastic
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfet	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $395
COMMENTS: Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. This 1930's series fit a similar niche to Parker's Vacumatic. With long production period and wide range of price points, with catalogued and un-catalogue variants, one can pursue a huge range of variants.  Oversized pens have grown more difficult to find of late. This one is a very clean brown striper. The striated plastic dates to 1936-41, though we believe that the 1000-imprint appeared after a year or more of production.  This one has a neat finding, a skewed helical flavor to the cap-plastic. Probably a batch variant, the variegation  at top suggest the plastic used in the blind cap of some of  the plunger-fill  pens.  Quite appealing, to my eye. Very smooth medium wet line. Clean pen. Great writer. Funky variant plastic.

Pen 3190 -R   Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $675 SOLD Carmine Celluloid. Smooth Wet Med+ Point
Overall Grade:  Exc+	Metal: Exc+	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	Section Clarity: Mild
Point: Med+	Imprint:  Exc+	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $675
COMMENTS: Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. This 1930's series fit a similar niche to Parker's Vacumatic. With long production period and wide range of price points, with catalogued and un-catalogue variants, one can pursue a huge range of variants.  Oversized pens have grown more difficult to find of late. Carmine is considered a "better" color. This one is a primo example with clean plastic, trim and imprint. Superb two tone nib writing a medium+ smooth wet line.

Pen 2348R Sheaffer Balance Oversize Autograph $325 SOLD Solid 14k hallmarked Clip and Cap-band.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: XF-F Smooth	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  Sorry for the dust in the picture. This photo shoot was a bit rushed ;)  Sheaffer during the 1930's catalogued and sold far more solid gold trim pens than did other major manufacturers.  The pens we lump under "Autograph" in general packed solid 14k hallmarked clip and cap band (not lever).   This one writes a smooth fine-medium point. The metal is clean. The plastic has scattered quite superficial use marks, and minimal scratches. There is slight notch at edge of lever slot.

Pen 3271  -MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  Set Nearmint-in-Box  $340 SOLD Fiesta Red:  A "High-Cachet" Color Clipper:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) Nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint: Perfect	Size:  5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $340
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Superb set. Pencil is mint. Pen essentially mint-dipped (strict nearmint). Pencil has price tag. Pen still with "Fine" nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Nib marked "F-4" correct code for fine point on a Clipper. Smooth fine nib with classic Sheaffer "Waverley" upturned point.

Pen 3233 JB:  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. SAGE Green 1950's   $190 SOLD Admiral= non-white-dot, plastic cap, monotone gold nib. Less common variant with imprint on cap instead of barrel
Overall Grade: Exc-NM	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Med+ Semi-Flex	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Sage green is a color of "intermediate cachet", far more scarce than Pastel Green. This late version has  cap imprint instead of barrel imprint and  has matching gripping section. Oh yeah, the nib is medium and responsive bordering on semi-flex. Bit of pressure pushes the line to the med-broad/broad zone.  Great writer. Clean pens.

Pen 2978 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $95 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Fine Point

Pen 3291 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Pastel Blue  $105 SOLD Statesman: White Dot, Plastic Cap. Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) Nib
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Ultra-Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Clean Pastel Green with ultra-fine (accountant?) point.

Pen 3237:  Sheaffer Balance Lady Autograph (or sumthin)  $150 SOLD Solid Gold Trim. Black Celluloid. Unrestored.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size:	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS: Ladies' Autograph. Not so common. Fully hallmarked solid 14k cap-band and clip.  Traded to that Balance guy in NJ

Pen 3241: Sheaffer Balance  $140 SOLD Anomalous/uncatalogued Variant. White Dot, yet thin cap-band and flat-ball (not Radius) clip, with unimprinted clip
Overall Grade: VG	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: VG	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/4	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS: Bit of a bizarre variant. Sheaffer produced three tiers of pens in the long slender size. This one mixes cap trim features. It has the flat-ball gold-filled  clip usually seen in the third tier pens, and has the thin band to go with that. BUT,  while the third tier pens have "Sheaffer's" stamped in clip (unlike high line radius clip pens) and of course are not "white-dot", this pen has the white dot and an unimprinted clip.   Unrestored. Cockeyed cap (barrel a bit off, I suspect).  Traded to a Sheaffer collector in NJ.

Pen 3253 R:  Sheaffer 3-25 Flat-Top Coral (orange) Celluloid 1930+  $185 SOLD  Uncatalogued size and late-style uncatalogued trim in addition.
Overall Grade: VG-Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: ~ 4 1/3"	PRICE: $185 SOLD
COMMENTS: When, a mere year or so ago, in my casual pursuit of orange "Flat Top" Sheaffers, I began to encounter (uncatalogued) slender pens, I met some measure of disbelief from some of my Sheaffer-oriented pen friends who had not seen such a critter, knew it was not catalogued, and doubted I had correctly identified the pen. Since then, he has come around to a proper worldview, though ;)  The catalogues we have show only standard-girth orange plastic pens.  SInce my first find I've tracked down 5 variants: long and short clip pens with both typical high-riding 1920's catalogue-style clips (like this pen, though of course not catalogued as Slender), long and short clip pens with the low-riding post-catalogue-era "1930's" styling, and... a ringtop. This one has the later style low-set pen. Trim clean. Light toothies to both ends.

Pen 3189 -J  Sheaffer Balance Oversized 1936-41 $565 SOLD Carmine Celluloid. Smooth wet Med+
Overall Grade:  Nearmint**	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: *slightly short*	Section Clarity: Nearmint
Point: Extra Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"  14 cm	PRICE: $565
COMMENTS: Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. This 1930's series fit a similar niche to Parker's Vacumatic. With long production period and wide range of price points, with catalogued and un-catalogue variants, one can pursue a huge range of variants.  Oversized pens have grown more difficult to find of late. Carmine is considered a "better" color. This one "pops", with clean trim, superb plastic, as-mint gripping section,  and superb two-tone nib with XF point.  The only caveat is that the threads on this one are bit shorter than found on most of my other Balances. There is pen-to-pen variation on old pens like this, but this one caught my eye (on the other hand, having shown this pen to 20 pen friends... no one else spotted it before I pointed it out).  The cap closes perfectly. There is no sense of "short throw" to the cap closure.  This likely is as original, but I must keep open mind on such things. I've knocked price down >$100  in view of this finding. The pen overall is as clean as the one that's resided in my own collection the last five years.

Pen 2992-S  Sheaffer Balance Standard. Marine Green Celluloid ~1934+  $230 SOLD Superb Color
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $230
COMMENTS: Gorgeous Balance full size (not OS) likely late-ish production piece with seamed celluloid and (as often is the case with late versions of "early" colors) packing superb color. Bright green mottling. Speckling of brassing to lever.

Pen 3306 NB:  Sheaffer TM Touchdown  $235  SOLD Point of Sale/Demonstrator Pen (fully functional) "Sheaffer Rule of Four": Four Reasons to buy TM Touchdown Five Images of Single Pen
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point:	Imprint: Per Below	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: Thin Model (TD) Touchdown served as a year-long bridge between 1949-1950 "fat" Touchdown and  the 1952-9  Snorkel. It looks like slightly short-barrel Snork with trim/nib/color differences from that later pen.  This point-of-sale item (a Demo of sorts, and likely- though I lack proof- not intended for sale) cited four good features of the new pen. I've handled about four or five of these all told and have seen a few others out and about.  A high-cachet item no doubt from the brief production run of TM Touchdown.  Clean pen with sharp manufacturer's imprint and clean cap. The gold lettering for the "Rule of Four" overall is strong, though not mint. DO NOT POLISH THE BARREL on this pen, or the lettering will vanish.

Pen 3272 -MF:  Sheaffer TM-Touchdown Sentinel Burgundy 1951  $180 SOLD Sentinel:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, 2-Tone Gold Conical (Triumph) Nib. Nearmint Stickered
Overall Grade: Nearmint+	Metal: Perfect	Color: Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine to Fine-Med	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $180
COMMENTS: Manufactured just a year before being supplanted by Snorkel, Thin Model  Touchdown is well more scarce, and has some structural and style differences from Snorkel.  Quite clean example. Nice transparency to the celluloid gripping section (not found on Snorkel). Nib fine to fine-medium. Pen has price tag and remnant of nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Great example.

Pen 3272 -MF:  Sheaffer TM-Touchdown Burgundy 1950's   $95 SOLD Sentinel:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, 2-Tone Gold Conical (Triumph) Nib.
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med+	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.4cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS: Manufactured just a year before being supplanted by Snorkel, Thin Model  Touchdown is well more scarce, and has some structural and style differences from Snorkel. A nice usable example, this one has a small (couple mm) shallow cap ding, hard to see at first peek. There is bit of barrel swell at back of barrel, not uncommon to these. Nice writer with a Medium+ point and wet line.

Pen 3292 MF:  Sheaffer TM Touchdown Valiant Green   $160 SOLD Valiant: White-dot, plastic cap, 2-tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-XF	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $160
COMMENTS: TM (Thin Model) Touchdown preceded Snorkel by a year, and saw a roughly one year production run vs. Snorkel's nine years. Model names and trim/nib arrangements  varied a bit from what would be found with Snorkel. Colors, too.  This one is... Green. NOT Pastel, Sage or Fern Green. Just... Green.   Superb clarity to the clear portion of the celluloid gripipng section (something not found on Snorkel). Nearmint condition.

Pen 2597   Sheaffer TM Touchdown SIGNATURE  Jet Black. Solid 14k Hallmarked Cap-Ring  $150 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: MediumSmooth	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  Thin Model Touchdown preceded the introduction of the Snorkel. Manufactured just one year it is well more scarce than Snorkel, which resembles it.  TM Touchdown Signature is more scarce still, which is no surprise, featuring solid gold cap-ring. This one writes a nice smooth medium  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib.. Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. The cap-ring has been engraved (as are most SIgnature and Autograph pens out there).

Pen 3286 MF:  Sheaffer PFM II (Pen for Men 2)   $115 SOLD From Vacumania's Basement: Has a Barrel Crack (sealed)
Overall Grade: User	Metal: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Fine	clarity: NA
Point: Med+	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS: The "Fat Snorkel Filler" intro'd 1959 as Snorkel, proper, was phasing out. Popular with collectors, this series premiered Sheaffer's inlaid nib. This one is  superb writer with medium wet line, but has a crack in back of barrel that was sealed before I bought it. Cap has light ding at very top.  Priced, i suspect, below parts given the excellent nib, ok cap, spring,  blind-cap etc.  A PFM you won't mind tossing about at work.

Pen 3288 MF:  Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men 1) Blue 1959-63   $280 SOLD PFM I: Pd Ag nib, Plastic Cap, "White" Trim Nearmint with Chalk Marks
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: NM	Color:  NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $280
COMMENTS: The "Fat Snorkel Filler" intro'd 1959 as Snorkel, proper, was phasing out. Popular with collectors, this series premiered Sheaffer's inlaid nib. Great example in near mint condition still with original chalk-marks visible on barrel. Nice writer.

Pen 3308 -R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Triumph $280 SOLD Triumph: Gold Filled Cap and Barrel,  2-Tone Gold Triumph (Conical) Nib Nearmint, Stickered.
Overall Grade: Mint/Dipped (nearmint)	Metal: Perfect	Color: NA
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: FINE	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $280
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. "Triumph" (not to be confused with the conical Sheaffer nib to bear that name) is a high end Snorkel model, featuring, obviously- all gold-filled cap/barrel. The pattern is different from that found on the Crest gold-filled cap, so correct swaps cannot be done in case of problem pens.  The Triumph cost more in the day than even the solid-gold-band Signature and possibly Autograph models. Most suffer dings, particularly at cap-top. This one is nearmint (stickered), in the strictest sense of the word, having no flaws, but having met ink (some call "mint, filled"). I suppose if I swapped the section assembly and guts from a bland pen with mint guts, I could "turn" this into true mint,  but I'm pretty well fried from the many hours putting this Snorkel update together, so it goes as it is.   One of the best I've seen for Triumph.

Pen 3275 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Crest: Black  $180 SOLD Crest: White Dot; Gold-Filled Cap; 2-Tone Gold Triumph (conical) Nib Early Style with Gold Snorkel Tube. Medium-Broad Point
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med-Broad	Imprint: ExtraFine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $180
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's.  Crest was a high-end model. Early style (some say, "first year") with gold snorkel tube. Clean black pen with ding-free cap.  To my eye the iridium looks "medium", but due to adjustment of tines and inkflow clearly is writing a nearly full-broad line.

Pen 3310 -R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper. Pastel Green $ SOLD Clipper: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, 2-Tone PdAg(Conical) Nib Rare fully marked FLEXIBLE Extra Fine Triumph Nib (FX-4 Code)
Overall Grade: Exc-NM	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point: FLEXIBLE EXTRA FINE	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $On Hold
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. This one is for sale (unlike the Stub) but is on hold at the moment for a collector "want list".  Triumph nibs were very rarely made with true flex, more rarely still found with appropriate nib code.  While i dislike (sort of dislike, anyway) extravagant guessing games, I would venture the guess that marked Flex Triumph Snork nibs are seen on order of 1 in 500 to 1 in 1000 nibs. Maybe more rare. But, maybe not... go prove all this, right? Collectors hunt scarce and desirable pen models, and user-oriented hobbbyists hunt neat points.  On vintage writing instruments during recent years the two types of hobbyist have found overlap in rare variant nibs, making exotic points on old pens highly sought items, indeed, since the vast majority of points found are simple firm fine and to lesser extent firm medium.  I recently picked up two properly code-marked Flex Triumph nibs. Had pen friend and restorer El Zorno fit them to two basic color pens in decent condition. I could put the nibs into better color pens, but don't want to drive value to a rediculous point. As it is these two nibs in regular Snorks will price at or above the "high cachet" colors with normal nibs. The Stub I'm keeping for a bit. The Extra Fine I will let go. It is on hold at the moment, indeed pending a retweak of nib/feed as the ink flow does not want to keep up with the point.  Still, an uncommon nib worth a peek. Should the sale not complete (doubtful) I will add a price to this one in week or so.

Pen 3262 -MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Set-in--Box   $330 SOLD PEACOCK SENTINEL:  White Dot; Two Tone Metal Cap; Conical (Triumph) 2-Tone Gold Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint Pen	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $330
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  PEACOCK (not to be confused with PASTEL) blue is one of the top 6 colors, grossly more scarce than the basic colors, I find it more uncommon than Fiesta and Mandarin as well. The pen grades nearmint, and has the classic upturned "Waverley" type point which is a smooth medium properly coded M-5.  The pencil grades excellent.  Lovely set and great writer in a much "better" color.

Pen 3299 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel.   $275 SOLD Valiant: White Dot, Plastic Cap, 2-Tone Gold Triumph (Conical) Nib  PEACOCK: One of the High-Cachet Colors
Overall Grade: Nearmint+	Metal: NM	Color:  NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point: Med	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Peacock is one of the six "high cachet" colors.  Nib properly coded M-5 for medium point in a Sentinel.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point. Essentially mint save for wisp of ink when water tested Has  "medium" nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Superb pen in color considered more challenging to find than Mandarin, Fiesta and Vermillion.

Pen 3304 -NB:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant   $270 SOLD Valiant: White Dot, Plastic Cap, 2-Tone Gold Triumph (Conical) Nib  PEACOCK: One of the High-Cachet Colors. Nearmint.
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: NM	Color: Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $270
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Peacock is one of the six "high cachet" colors.  Nib properly coded M-5 for medium point in a Sentinel.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point. Essentially mint save for wisp of ink when water tested Has quite faint  "medium" nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Valiant is the most highly sought model in Peacock, as for the "tough" colors, collectors tend to favor the plastic caps (more of a good color, I guess) and Valiant is the highest level pen produced in all-plastic. There are no Autographs, Signatures etc. Superb pen in color considered more challenging to find than Mandarin, Fiesta and Vermillion. Nice writer too.

Pen 3301 a-R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Periwinkle  $SOLD Valiant: White-dot, Plastic cap, 2-Tone Gold Nib.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $SOLD
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Periwinkle is one of the six high-cachet colors, produced -we believe- for far shorter duration than the other colors. Periwinkle and Fern are the two least frequently seen among these.   During the past year I acquired two all-Periwinkle pens, which have gone to the first two of four want-lists. Just need to find two more now.

Pen 3301 b-R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Periwinkle  $SOLD Valiant: White-dot, Plastic cap, 2-Tone Gold Nib.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $SOLD
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Periwinkle is one of the six high-cachet colors, produced -we believe- for far shorter duration than the other colors. Periwinkle and Fern are the two least frequently seen among these.   During the past year I acquired two all-Periwinkle pens, which have gone to the first two of four want-lists. Just need to find two more now.

Pen 3305 -NB: Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Mandarin Orange $275 SOLD Sentinel: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, 2-Tone Gold Triumph (Conical) Nib MANDARIN is a "High Cachet" Color.  Mint Stickered.
Overall Grade: MINT	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Mandarin is amongst the six high-cachet colors, more difficult to find than Fiesta, though probably a bit easier than Periwinkle and Fern. Sentinel originally was the most expensive model found in Mandarin. This one grades strict mint, with no signs of having met ink. It is restored and working and thus carries my one year function warranty, but may not be "returned within 7 days for any reason" if inked or dipped.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point. with medium point. It has the model/price tag under clip and "Medium" nib-grade sticker on gripping section.  Lovely pen.

Pen 3298 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Mandarin Orange $265 SOLD Sentinel: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, 2-Tone Gold Triumph (Conical) Nib
Overall Grade: NM+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Minimal Red
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Mandarin is one of the six "high cachet" colors.  Nib properly coded M-5 for medium point in a Sentinel.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point. No ink on water testing but seems to be  a spec (or is it just grease)  to the Snorkel tube, so I called it "near" mint. Has price tag and "medium" sticker on gripping section. Superb pen.

Pen 3303 R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Mandarin Orange   $220 SOLD Pen-and-a-Half:  Clipper/Statesman. Two Caps
Overall Grade: VG-XF**	Metal:	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:
Point:	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $220
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Mandarin is one of the six "high cachet" colors. I picked up this pen finding it have some scratches, resulting in streaky brassing, to the cap-band.  Barrel pretty clean, with one nick to the knurled plastic on the blind cap.  I fitted the pen with a steel cap, "converting" it to a Clipper from Statesman.  As a Clipper it grades Fine.  Keeping the original cap, the pen can serve as a VG Statesman. With spare cap, get "two" pens for price of one.

Pen 3265 -MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  Set Mint-in-Box  $385 SOLD Fiesta Red: One of the "high cachet" colors Never inked, with Tags and Cellophane Clipper:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) Nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition:Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $385
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   A color of high-cachet,   Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion. Finding a mint stickered set? Not an everyday event.  Superb in all respects. Pen and pencil are tagged. Pen has "fine" sticker still on gripping section. Pen still has about half the cellophane in place. Pencil has most of the cellophane intact. The most crisp Fiesta set I've handled.  Fully restored, but may not be returned if inked/dipped.  The box is a bit squished (overcloses) , but that can be remedied if of concern.

Pen 3268 -MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  Set Mint-in-Box  $375 SOLD Fiesta Red:  A "High-Cachet" Color Clipper:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) Nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion and is one of the six "tough" colors.  Superb in all respects. Fully restored, it may not be returned if inked or dipped. Water testing is fine. Pen and pencil have price tags. Pen still has "Fine" nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Nib seems smooth on dry testing, and features the classic Sheaffer "Waverley" upturned point.

Pen 3302 R:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Fiesta Red $275 SOLD Clipper: White-dot, 2-Tone Metal Cap, PdAg Conical (Triumph) Nib.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. Fiesta Red is one of the six "high cachet" colors, though likely the most common amongst them. Nib properly coded M-4 for medium point in a Clipper.  Upturned classic "Waverley"-style point.  Mint pen no sign of having met ink. Price/model tag on clip. "Medium" sticker on gripping section. Fully restored of course and carries one year function warranty, but may not be "returned within 7 days" if inked or dipped.

Pen 3263 -MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  Set Mint-in-Box $225 SOLD Buckskin Tan. Matching Gripping Section Uncommon Box. Instruction Sheet.  Absolutely mint Admiral:  Non-White Dot; Plastic Cap; Open Gold Monotone NIb
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's. Buckskin is considered one of the intermediate colors, along with Sage. My few years hunting Snorks suggests it gives "High Cachet" Fiesta a run in the rarity race and that it is well less common than Sage.  This one is about perfect, in a quite ucnommon box, with instructions.  Fine point properly coded F-2 as expected when found in Admiral.

Pen 3269 -MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  Set Nearmint-in-Box $255 SOLD Buckskin Tan (pink)- An "Intermediate" Color Valiant: White Dot, Plastic Cap, 2-tone Conical "Triumph" Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: NM	Threads: perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  FIne	Imprint:  Nearmint	Size:  5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.   Buckskin is considered one of the intermediate colors, along with Sage. My few years hunting Snorks suggests it gives "High Cachet" Fiesta a run in the rarity race and that it is well less common than Sage. Matching gripping section adds a bit of "oomph" to the look, though I am uncertain that Buckskin was offered any other way. Superb set. Essentially mint-but-filled. Great color. Razor imprints. No damage. Pencil appears to be mint with perfect eraser. Smooth fine point with Sheaffer's classic "Waverley" upturned point.

Pen 3259 -MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Set-in-Box $225 SOLD Valiant: White Dot; Plastic Cap; 2-Tone Triumph (Conical) Nib Sage Green:  Plump Medium Point. Excellent+
Overall Grade: Excellent+	Metal: Superb	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  SAGE is an "intermediate" color, well more scarce than Pastel Green but not quite up there with the top-cachet colors. This one has matching gripping section, an appealing feature.  In great shape this one also sports a classic Sheaffer "Waverley" nib with upturned point. Writes a smooth medium, with nib properly coded for a a Medium (in a Valiant) with "M-5" stamped posteriorly (and no, Dr. Daystrom had nothing to do with this nib).   Not all nibs carry code stamps, and swaps can result in "wrong" codes.

Pen 2006 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Pastel Blue 1950's   $100 SOLD Nice NIb Alert- Medium  Semi-Flex Smoothy
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: fine
Point:  M-B Semi-Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Admiral features an open 14k nib, plastic cap without white dot.  This one has few scattered marks on plastic. ALso has terrific nib, medium-broad wet-writing smoothy.

Pen 3274 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign. Pastel Blue  $135 SOLD Sovereign: non-white-dot, metal cap, 2-tone gold nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med+	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's.  Sovereign, though a less costly non-White-Dot model, in fact is relatively uncommon now. Seems those who would spring for this top of the line non-White-Dot version made the jump frequently to the more pricey White Dot models. The cap on Sovereign is different from the more common two tone caps found on Sentinel and Clipper. This one pops, near mint with "Medium" sticker still on gripping section. Smooth writer with line a bit more plump than most mediums I see.

Pen 3266 -MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Set-in-Box  $115 SOLD Pastel Blue Valiant: White Dot, Plastic Cap, 2-tone Conical "Triumph" Nib NOTE that PENCIL Is not in working order, and is just a space filler (for the moment)
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  A nice basic Snork in relatively upscale model (white dot, two tone gold nib).  NOTE: Pencil not quite functioning now, as lead does not retract. Probably bit of lead jam to clutch.  Set is priced with pencil as space filler. I suspect on my return home I can get it working or replace mechanism. Price will drift up just a bit at that point.

Pen 3267 -MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Pastel Blue Set--in-Box $85 SOLD Sentinel:  White Dot, 2-tone Metal Cap, 2-tone Gold  Conical (Triumph) Nib. NOTE that PENCIL Is not in working order, and is just a space filler (for the moment)
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint: Extra Fine	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  A usable pen with (at the moment) a jammed pencil (I will try to fix next week, no promises). Cap ding free. Slight wiggle to clip. Light scratch across barrel imprint. Excellent Medium point with classic Sheaffer "Waverley" upturned point. VERY nice writer. A spare eraser included, apparently period correct.

Pen 3276 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Pastel Blue 1950's   $85 SOLD Valiant: White Dot, Pastic Cap, 2-Tone Gold Nib. Early Variant with gold Snorkel Tube
Overall Grade: Fine-XF	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Med	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. The early style gold Snorkel tube (some claim "first year only") adds charm to this one. Overall clean pen save for couple marks to the gripping section (? once met pliars), that are not deep. Clean plastic otherwise.   VERY smooth medium point, with the classic upturned Sheaffer "Waverley" point.

Pen 3289 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Pastel Blue  $110 (can ship June 15) SOLD Statesman: White Dot, Plastic Cap. Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) Nib Early Variant with GOLD Snorkel Tube
Overall Grade: Exc-NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's. A clean example in Pastel Blue. Has the gold snorkel tube attributed to "first year" or at least very early pens.  Sharp imprint.  Shipping date delayed a bit as I wish to smoothen nib just a bit more before shipping. If toothy does not bother, can ship sooner.

Pen 1994 Sheaffer SNorkel Admiral. 1950's Burgundy  $80   SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: 80
COMMENTS:  Nice Basic Snork. The Snorkel Admiral features an open-style gold nib, non-white dot plasic cap and "Sheaffer's" Clip. The cap-band on this one is engraved EMG in neat script letters.

Pen 1995 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Burgundy. 1950's  $90  SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: NM
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:  Nice Basic Snork. The Snorkel Admiral features an open-style gold nib, non-white dot plasic cap and "Sheaffer's" Clip.

Pen 3264- MF: Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Nearmint-Set-in-Box $150 SOLD Gray: "1st Year" with Gold Snorkle Medium-Broad Point. Great Writer. Statesman: White Dot, Plastic Cap, Pd-Ag Conical (Triumph) nib.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Medium+	Imprint:  NM	Size:5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  A basic color Snork, this one pops regarding condition. Too, it has an interesting feature, the gold snorkel tube, which is believed to be found in very early pens, though it is not clear the finding relates to the complete (or only to) the  first year of production. The black gripping section and nib lacking "Palladium" marking and point code goes along with early production. Perhaps early production explains the "TM" (thin model touchdown) box not marked as Snork... or maybe not. The pen pencil and box have tags (the set tag has lost its neck and floats freely). Pencil marked as "Valiant" but of course is the same pencil for both Valiant and Statesman pens, so this does not bother me.  Great nib, looks to be a medium iridium but writes more broadly than typical mediums. Smooth wet writer.

Pen 3260 -MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Set Nearmint-in-Box $135 SOLD SENTINEL:  White Dot; Two Tone Metal Cap; Conical (Triumph) 2-Tone Gold Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Essentially a mint set this is superb in all respects.  I dip tested it (after restoratrion) so I know it's not "mint", but that's about the only difference.  Typical firm conical Triumph point, smooth with Sheaffer's classic "Waverley" upturned tip.

Pen 3283 MF:  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper. Pastel Green 1950's   $120 SOLD Clipper: White Dot, Metal 2-tone Cap, PdAg Triumph (Conical) Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: No Dings	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS: Snorks gave Parker 51 a toe-to-toe run for the money during the 1950's.  Superb condition with typical Sheaffer upturned "Waverley"-style point.

Pen 3082 NB Sheaffer Targa "Regency". Full-girth  $240 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Exc	Color: NA.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint: NA	Size:   5 5/16 " 13.4 cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  Targa is very high quality Sheaffer from 1980's.  Regency is a somewhat uncommon pattern. I've owned couple in the slim version, but this is the first full size.  Pen shows no sign of ink exposure. Section is marked for fine point, though to my eye the nib is more on the fine-medium size. Includes "aero" style converter.

Pen 2049 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. Rare Periwinkle    $295 Mint, chalk-marked. Withdrawn from sale
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads: Mint	clarity: NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  XF	Imprint: Mint	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  Periwinkle is amongst the top three colors found in the Snorkel series. Statesman features white dot plastic cap and tubular (Triumph)  nib. This one is mint with some of the original barrel chalk-marks. Gorgous.

Pen 2880-S  Sheaffer PFM IV (Pen For Men 3) Black $495 SOLD Monster Nib.  Broad+
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad+	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $495
COMMENTS: The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  The PFM-IV was the second to top model produced in all colors, but today is markedly more scarce than the originally more expensive PFM-V. Finding one with a monster nib... not a common event.

Pen 3245 R:  Sheaffer Balance Demonstrator  $625 SOLD to "Want list"
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: Perfect
Point: Fine	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $625
COMMENTS: Superb condition, better actually than the very nice one in my own collection. Freshly restored and near mint, this one already has been claimed via a want-list. Make a nice photo though :)  Nicer, actually than the example in my own collection. Geez- this might mean I'm a pen dealer, not just collector. In the old days, any "better" acquisition went into the collection and out came the lesser version. Not always these days, I guess ;)

Pen 2605 Sheaffer Targa. Laque Blue Moire Classic $395 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $395
COMMENTS: Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have just one blue pen.  Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 2606 Sheaffer Targa Laque Black Spiral  $415 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch  Mint	clarity:  NA	personalized barrel
Point: Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $415
COMMENTS:  Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have just one blue pen.  Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 2608 Sheaffer Targa Slimline "VIntage" Pattern  $295 SOLD  Mint NOS. Broad Stub Nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  A scarce model. Mint. NOS. Fitted with Broad Stub nib. Converter included. I have two of these in stock.

Pen 2610 Sheaffer Targa Slimline Silver Plated "Lame" pattern  $240 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS: The silver plated Lame pattern features a faceted cap-band. Bright Chrome trim.  The original stainless steel nib has been upgraded to a gold Broad Stub nib. Pen is Mint, NOS. A not-so-common pattern. Mid 1980's. Converter included.

Pen 2237F Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral $95 SOLD Burgundy.  Medium Point. Near Mint Tagged/Stickered
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size:  5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Note "D.E" is stamped on the Sheaffer imprint?! I have several Snorks from disparate sources so stamped.  Not sure what to make of that. This pen has original "Admiral" tab as well as "medium" sticker still on gripping section, corresponding to the medium "M-2" nib. Nice pen.

Pen 2423R Sheaffer Balance Slender Set in Box Lever Fill Ebonized Pearl.  $185 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  ExtraFine
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine-Medium Semi-flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS: Balance is my second most collected pen, after Vacumatic. This one is an all-correct mid-1930's Ebonized Pearl Slender set, in clean box that closes but also serves as presentation tray.  The pencil grades near mint with perfect color. The pencil grades extra fine with clean plastic, couple specks of cap-band brassing, mild barrel ambering. Nib is more responsive than usual Sheaffer nail, even with a hint of flex.

Pen 3097 Sheaffer Balance Pencil  $45 SOLD Ebonized Pearl. Standard Size.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads:  ExtraFine	clarity: NA
Point: NA	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2cm	PRICE: $45
COMMENTS: A decent Ebonized Pearl pencil that can be matched with standard size White Dot or non White Dot pen to make a set.  Nice color and clean plastic. Trim shows bit of brassing only at bottom edge of clip (typical first spot). Slight gap between pencil halves and between bottom half of plastic and metal ferrule.

Pen 3092 R Sheaffer Snorkel Dealer Demonstrator 1952 $495 SOLD First Yr/First Style with solid-gold Snorkel
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal:  Exc	Color: Nearmint.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $495
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Demonstrators are amongst the most high-cachet Snorks.  The pen essentially is a Valiant (white dot, two-tone gold Triumph nib), but of course done in clear plastic.   The tube itself is solid gold, something collectors attribute to early pens only.  No cracks. Freshly restored. The only weak points?  The black paint used to obscure inner cap adhesive largely is gone (which, ironically, favors visualizaiton of the guts), and the typical slight internal stress marks are present by the clip insertion, which seems to happen once pens have had their clips moved.  Nice Demo. Typical Triumph nib upturned in the famous "Waverly" tradition, it writes a nice smooth line.

Pen 3093 R Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Periwinkle. Late 1950's  $270 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Nearmint	Color: Nearmint.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint: Nearmint	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $270
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model.   Periwinkle is one of the 6 "tough" colors in Snorkeldom, arguably ranked just below Fern for scarcity. Nice smooth upturned "Waverly"-style two tone gold nib. Medium point.

Pen 3111 R: Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. 1950's  FERN Green  $285 SOLD Sentinel  = White Dot Metal Cap with 2-tone 14k  "Triumph" Nib. Plump Medium Point. Smooth Wet Writer.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color: Nearmint.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint: Fine	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Fern is the rarest of the six "tough" colors, with the caveat that Fiesta Red, while more common overall than Fern, is overwhelmingly rarer with matching plastic cap.  Very nice pen suffering only a bit of a light imprint.  Nice medium point.

Pen 3103 S:  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. 1950's  Pastel Green  $105 SOLD Valiant = White Dot Model with 2-tone 14k  "Triumph" Nib. Plump Medium Point. Smooth Wet Writer.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color: NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: NM	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Clean which writes verrrry nicely.

Pen 3029 R Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Fiesta Red  $240 SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color: Nearmint.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint: Nearmint	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model.   Fiesta Red is one of the six "tough" colors in Snorkeldom.  A  superb pen with nice medium point.

Pen 3051 JB Sheaffer Statesman Snorkel Sage Green  $175 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Excellent	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint: Superb	Size: 5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series.  Sage Green is an "intermediate" color along with Bucksin Tan, well less common than the five common colors, but not so scarc as the 6 "tough" colors, though perhaps that explanation is redundant.  Sage is found both as White Dot and non White Dot models.  Statesman is a white dot (Triumph nib) model with PdAg (Palladium Silver) nib. Clean pen with smooth manifold (firm) fine point.

Pen 3054 JB  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant $180 SOLD Desirable Peacock.
Overall Grade:  Fine**	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $180
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone 14k gold nib.   Peacock (robin's-egg blue)  is one of the six "tough" colors in Snorkeldom, generally ranked above Vermilion, Mandarin and (half) Fiesta.   **This one has a single big  toothmark on the blind cap, Pen is priced down in recognition. Other than the one quite noticeable toothie, the pen would grade nearmint.

Pen 3104 S:  Sheaffer Thin Model ("TM") Touchdown Sentinel 1950-51   $150 SOLD Touchdown 1-2 Year Model preceding the Snorkel. "Forest" Green Plump Medium Point. Smooth Writer.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Nearmint	Color: Nearmint.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size:   5 1/4 " 13.3  cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Touchdown tends to fly beneath collectors' collective radar, slotting in the early 1950's after the fatter original Touchdown and before the much more prevalent, longer running Snorkel.  The pen looks like Snorkel but is a bit shorter in the barrel. It is found in some colors never used for Snork, such as this dark green.  Great nib on this one, the upturned "Waverly" style for which Sheaffer is known. Plump iridium on two-tone 14k-gold conical "Triumph" nib. Wet smooth writer.

Pen 3112 -S  Sheaffer TM (Thin Model) Touchdown Sentinel $160 SOLD Prussian(?) Blue. 1951
Overall Grade: Exx	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc.	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint: Exc	Size:   5 1/4 " 13.3 cm	PRICE: $160
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money for dominance of the 1950's pen scene.  The TM Touchdown bridged the gulf from the 1940's fatter pens (including the original Touchdown) and the 1950's Snorkel. Seeing just a 1-2 year production run, TM Touchdown looks like a Snork, but is a bit shorter (didn't need the room for the Snork mechanism(, lacks a Snorkel tube (obviously) and saw some different colors.  The TM Touchdown overall is well less often seen then Snorkel, due in no small part to its much shorter production era. This one features This one features the two tone metal cap and two tone gold conical (Triumph) nib appropriate to Sentinel.  VERY SMOOTH Fine-Medium point, writing a lush wet line.  This blue (?Prussion) was not used for the subsequent Snorkel model.

Pen 3028 R   Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men "One") Green  $265 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	clutch: Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Full Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size:  5 3/8 " 13.6 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism.  It introduced the inlaid nib to Sheaffer pens.  Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is the "I" featuring "white" trim and PdAg nib. Green arguably is a somewhat "better" color amongst PFM's. Very clean pen with responsive medium point.

Pen 2986 S Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $240 SOLD Fiesta Red with Medium+ Point
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Med+	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Fiesta Red is one of the six "tough" colors. This one is superb with  edium (marked M-4 appropriately) nib that writes a more plump line than most mediums.

Pen 2901 -M  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  Gray $100 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium-ish	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib.  Clean cap. No brassing. Barrel imprint complete but not razor sharp. Clean color. Nib looks between fine-medium to my eye, but the wet line seems full medium. No dings.

Pen 2624 Sheaffer PFM I Green  $375 SOLD  Mint, Chalkmarked, Cellophaned, Boxed, NOS
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $375 SOLD
COMMENTS: PFM !. The fat snorkel.  Mint NOS Still in Cellophane and with Sheaffer Box (not sure the box is original for PFM).   May not be returned if inked or dipped. Probably fills. Fresh sac can be placed for $30 with mild shipping delay.

Pen 2565R  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper $225  SOLD Fiesta Red, one of the 6 scarce Snorkel Colors
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. A top color snork,  Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion. Fiesta is one of the 6 high-cachet (and relatively scarce) Snork colors.Nib marked "fine" borders on Extra Fine, a smooth Pdag Triumph.  This one has excellent color. It does have a posting mark near the back of the barrel, visible in the picture.

Pen 2493F Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Black  $55 Vacumania's Basement SOLD
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity:  NA
Point: F	Imprint:  none	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $55
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Open monotone 14k gold  nib, as expected for this model.  I note the pen has no manufacturer's imprint. Unsure whether never had one, polished/worn away (yet plastic is quite clean) or mix of later and earlier barrel and cap, respectively. Nice writer.

Pen 2495F Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $95 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: Clip Brassing	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point:	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Smooth fine point.

Pen 2413F Sheaffer TM Touchdown  SIGNATURE.  $145 SOLD SOLID 14K Cap Band. Jet Black.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim.  This one writes a nice smooth  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib.  Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. Neatly script engraved (as are most) in this case W. Hall .  Pen has few very light scratches.

Pen 2415F Sheaffer TM Touchdown  1950's $60 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  ExtraFine	Size: 5 3/8 " 13cm	PRICE: $60
COMMENTS: Thin Model Touchdown preceded the introduction of the Snorkel. This one is basic black. Light scratches here n' there on barrel. Bit of woggle to the plastic of the barrel down by the blind cap.

Pen 2231F  Sheaffer Snorkel "Autograph" Set  $195  SOLD Solid 14k hallmarked gold cap-bands and clips
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Med. Smooth/wet	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  5 5/8"  14.2 cm.	PRICE: $195
COMMENTS:  The second fanciest Snork, behind only the solid gold Masterpiece. This one has hallmarked solid 14k clips and bands. Bands with clean  script-engraved "CW Frantschi". Nice writer

Pen 1865 Sheaffer PFM 1. Snorkel Filler Burgundy.  $255 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine-Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a clean Burgundy PFM I with chrome trim and PdAg nib.

Pen 1888 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Pastel Blue Mint Stickered   $105 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint open gold nib	Threads:  perfect	clarity:   NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one is absolutely mint and has two original stickeres (barrel price band and nib grade sticker on gripping section). It fills well with original sac. May not be returned if inked/dipped, though water testing is fine.

Pen 2005  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Pastel Green   $85 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: 85
COMMENTS:  The Statesman is  the entry level pen in the White Dot zone.  Plastic cap. Smooth clip, plastic cap and PdAg conical (Triumph) nib are found.

Pen 2007 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Gray 1950's   $85  sold
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: exc
Point:  Fine Semi-Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS: Admiral features an open 14k nib, plastic cap without white dot.

Pen 2047 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman in scarce Peacock (not Pastel) Blue   $265 SOLD Nearmint with nib grade sticker on section
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  F	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: STATESMAN correctly packs a plastic, white-dot, smooth clip and conical (Triumph) Pd Ag Nib.  Looks mint but water flush did reveal just a wisp of ink. Perfect nib-grade sticker remains on the gripping section. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.

Pen 3090  Sheaffer Imperial  FP/BP Set  (1990's?) $145 SOLD Desirable Cadmium Yellow. Gold-Plated nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 7/16 " 13.9cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS: Amongst the near-modern, out of production "late" Imperials, Cadmium has proven an overwhelming collector favorite.  A few months ago I grabbed the last tray of ten pens from a Sheaffer distributor.  Turns out I had one FP left over, then found the BP to make the set. The BP's are more scarce than the FP's.  My last Cadmium...

Pen 1973 SHEAFFER PFM V Green  $350 SOLD
Overall Grade: VG	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $350
COMMENTS:  Smidge of brass to top edge of cap. Speckles on bottom plate (as have most).  In my experience- such as it is- Green is the second least encountered color, though many folks cite blue as being tougher to find, which does not correlate to my observations.  Priced down due to couple tiny cap dings and bit of edge brass.

Pen 2000  Sheaffer Snorkel Special. Pastel Green  $100  SOLD
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  The Special looks just like admiral at first peek- plastic cap and non-white dot. But this late appearing Snorkel model features an open white PdAg nib, unlike the Admiral.   This one is superb, with original model/price tag.

Pen 3073  Sheaffer Balance Standard Black-and-Pearl  $295 SOLD FLEX NIB (rare in Sheaffer) Excellent Color
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity: Superb
Point: F-M Flex	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 138" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS: Clean color (not perfect, but well better than average) along with a flex nib, scarce for Balance, carry no small charm for this early-color Balance. Dates likely to 1930 or so. Has long hump-clip, early short section, non-extra-long barrel.

Pen 1680 Sheaffer Balance Long Slender "3-25"  $150 SOLD Gray-with-Red-Veins Celluloid
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Trim:  Perfect	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Plastic: Couple small marks at either end
Point: Fiine	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:   5 1/2"	PRICE: $ 150
Gray with Red Veins is a high cachet color in the Sheaffer universe. Often discolored even crazed, at risk for hairline cap-lip cracks, finding clean specimens is a nontrivial venture. This one is respectable though hardly near mint.  No cracks/crazing. Perfect trim and Imprint. Couple small  toothmarks at either end of pen. This one packs the early trim/nib configuration found with this color, probably dating to 1932-3 or so.

Pen 3062  Sheaffer Imperial Sterling SIlver 1970's(?)   $300 SOLD Mint/Dipped (nearmint) Stickered. Marked for the Japanese Market.  A "better" Pattern
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: XF-F	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/16" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS: The metal Imperials are quite upscale variants of the humble plastic pens first introduced in the early 1960's. Most of these fancy variants date to 1970's-1980s. I don't have on hand the name for this pattern, but observe it is well less common than the typical grid patterns.  This one is mint/dipped and  stickered, with tag indicating it was destined for sale in the Japanese market, a charming find common to the small hoard of pens of which this was part.  This one is cartridge/converter filling, with converter included.

Pen 3063  Sheaffer Imperial Gold-Filled 1970's(?) $245 SOLD Mint/Dipped (nearmint) Stickered.  Marked for the Japanese Market. Rhomboid-Grid Pattern.
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/16" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS: The metal Imperials are quite upscale variants of the humble plastic pens first introduced in the early 1960's. Most of these fancy variants date to 1970's-1980s. This one is gold-filled rhomboid pattern.  This one is mint/dipped and  stickered, with tag indicating it was destined for sale in the Japanese market, a charming find  common to the small hoard of pens of which this was part.  This one is cartridge/converter filling, with converter included. A responsive fine-med nib

Pen 3065  Sheaffer Imperial Gold-Filled  1970s (?) $245  SOLD Double Stickered. Marked for the Japanese Market. Uncommon Pattern.
Overall Grade:  Exc**	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity: minimal red
Point: F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/8" 12.8 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS: The metal Imperials are quite upscale variants of the humble plastic pens first introduced in the early 1960's. Most of these fancy variants date to 1970's-1980s. I don't have on hand the name for this pattern, but observe it is well less common than the typical grid patterns.  This one is mint stickered, with tag indicating it was destined for sale in the Japanese market, a charming find new for me but common to the small hoard of pens of which this was part. Opposite the clip is a second original sticker indicating variant number (835) and point grade (fine).   This one is cartridge/converter filling, with converter included. ** Note that the pen overall is very clean with perfect price sticker, but there is scuff to the very tip of the pen clip resulting in a couple millimeters of brassing. You can see it in the photo. Nice fine point.

Pen 2620 Sheaffer Imperial 3-Piece Set in Box   $235 SOLD  Gold-Filled Rhomboid pattern.
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: Gold Filled Rhomboid pattern.  Fountain Pen Ball Point and Pencil set. BP and Pcl are nearmint. The fountain pen grades fine, with thin edge of dings just at the very top edge of the cap. Reasonable price with the  nominal imperfection on pen, given presence of other two pieces and box. 1970's-1980's. FP Converter included.

Pen 2608 Sheaffer Targa Slimline "VIntage" Pattern  $295 SOLD  Mint NOS. Broad Stub Nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $295
COMMENTS:  A scarce model. Mint. NOS. Fitted with Broad Stub nib. Converter included. I have two of these in stock.

Pen 2610 Sheaffer Targa Slimline Silver Plated "Lame" pattern  $240 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS: The silver plated Lame pattern features a faceted cap-band. Bright Chrome trim.  The original stainless steel nib has been upgraded to a gold Broad Stub nib. Pen is Mint, NOS. A not-so-common pattern. Mid 1980's. Converter included.

Pen 2499R Sheaffer Imperial set.  FP and Ballpoint $235 SOLD  Sterling Rhomboid pattern. Touchdown Fill
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:
Point: Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13. 6cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: Clean set. Nice patina. Clips are personalized.

Pen 1818 Sheaffer Gold Filled Ballpoint ?late 1960's-1970's Pattern evokes 1920's metal overlay pens   $115 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:NA	Threads:  NA	clarity:    NA
Point:  NA	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 "	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  Pretty- if odd- Sheaffer.

Pen 2605 Sheaffer Targa. Laque Blue Moire Classic $395 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $395
COMMENTS: Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have just one blue pen.  Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 3030 R  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Vermilion  $230 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Fine-ish	Imprint:  Mint	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $230
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big  Matching gripping section noted.   The fire-engine red Vermilion in what passes for my experience is more scarce than Mandarin, though Mandarin seems to command bit more demand, perhaps because Mandarin is a white-dot color and because its name has long standing collector roots due to Parker's use of it in association with its scarce and fragile yellow 1920's Duofold.  Vermilion and Fiesta are very similar appearing, requiring either familiarity with which pen is "white dot" and/or side-by-side comparison to tell apart.   This one is quite clean with fine to fine-med point.

Pen 3032 R  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  Mandarin  $265 SOLD MINT Condition with Nib-Grade Sticker.
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color: Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	threads: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size:  5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone 14k gold  Mandarin (pumpkin orange)  is one of the six "tough" colors in Snorkeldom.  For these colors, "complete" colors (pens with plastic caps) tend today to outprice those with metal caps, as the metal caps are rather generic to the series, while the models with plastic caps offer more of the "rare" color.  Valiant of course is the all-plastic white-dot model with two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib. This pen... pops.  Nib grade sticker still on gripping section. Superb condition. Medium point. Carries full function warranty but may not be returned for refund if inked or dipped

Pen 3050 JB Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Mandarin  $250 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Med	Imprint: Nearmint	Size: 5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone 14k gold nib.   Mandarin (pumpkin orange)  is one of the six "tough" colors in Snorkeldom.  For these colors, "complete" colors (pens with plastic caps) tend today to outprice  "half color" pens, those with metal caps, as the metal caps are rather generic to the series, while the models with plastic caps offer more of the "rare" color.   This one is in superb condition

Pen 3031 R  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign Sage Green 1950's   $190 SOLD MINT with CHALK MARKS
Overall Grade:  MINT	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	threads:  Mint	clarity: NA
Point: XF	Imprint:  NA	Size:   5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big  Matching gripping section noted.   Sovereign, the most expensive of the non-white-dot models features a cap unique to that model. It is well more scarce than the white-metal-capped white-dot pens. Sage Green is an "intermediate" color along with Bucksin Tan, well less common than the five common colors, but not as scarce  as the 6 "tough" colors, though perhaps that explanation is redundant.  Sage Sovereign pens thus feature an uncommon feature spread. Thepen has, of course, the two tone gold  open nib. This one is true mint.  While Sovereign is relatively scarce, finding one in a better color with full barrel chalk mark excluding possibility of cap swap adds some charm. Chalk marks indicate, "Sovereign, $12.50. Xfine".   No barrel imprint at all (seen on some pens where cap has the maker's imprint). Perfect color. Matching gripping section. I'm tempted to add to my limited personal collection of ten Snorks. Fully restored, it carries my one year function warranty, but may not be returned if inked/dipped.

Pen 3041 JB Sheaffer Snorkel Crest Gray 1950's  $170 Sold
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	.CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  M	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $170
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Crest is a fairly upscale model, featuring gold-filled cap and two-tone gold nib. Superb pen stil with nib-grade sticker.

Pen 3053 JB Sheaffer Snorkel Autograph Set  $165 SOLD Solid Gold Clip and Cap-band
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8 " 14.2 cm	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series.  Autograph, catalogued only in black, is an upscale Snork.  As do most, it has a clean owner's signature in the cap-bands. Clean plastic.

Pen 2906 -M  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper $110 SOLD SAGE Green- An Intermediate-Cachet Color
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Nib writes a typical Snork line between Fine and Medium to my eye. Smooth.  No brassing. Barrel has personalization, obviously, and lacks barrel imprint, seemingly never having had one, though who really can say?   Affordable Sage, one which will make a nice clean user.

Pen 2977 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Pastel Green  $100 SOLD Plump nearly full broad nib
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Med-Broad	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Admiral features an open solid gold nib. Bold writer with nearly full broad point.

Pen 2980 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $105 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg  Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model.  No dings. Quite smooth medium point.

Pen 2874-M   Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  $185 SOLD Pastel Blue. BROAD FLEX NIB. Original Sticker.  Monster Nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad Flex (mild-mod)	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Admiral features the non-white-dot cap and open monotone 14k nib. This one grades nearmint still with the "broad" nib grade sticker wrapped around the section. Full Broad Snork nibs are not common. This one also has mild-moderate Flex. A somewhat monstrous Snork, for he who wants the funky writing experience :)

Pen 2579 Sheaffer Snorkel Pencil  $55 SOLD  Short, Slender model  "SJ"
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color: Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads:  NA	clarity: N/A
Point:   NA	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/8" 13 cm	PRICE: $55
COMMENTS:  Mint Condition. Uncommon color. Pencils are found less often than pens. Complete your set :)

Pen 2477R Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  $255 SOLD PEACOCK
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Metal: Clip Brassing	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity:
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:  STATESMAN correctly packs a plastic, white-dot, smooth clip and conical (Triumph) Pd Ag Nib.  Looks mint but water flush did reveal just a wisp of ink. Perfect nib-grade sticker remains on the gripping section. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.  Just for laughs... a peek at the high-cachet Snorkel colors...

Pen 2486R Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $275 SOLD PEACOCK. Mint Stickered  Tagged.
Overall Grade: MINT	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  MInt	clarity:  NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:   STATESMAN correctly packs a plastic, white-dot, smooth clip and conical (Triumph) Pd Ag Nib.  Looks mint but water flush did reveal just a wisp of ink. Perfect nib-grade sticker remains on the gripping section. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen. This one is Mint with model taga nd nib grade sticker still on gripping section. I did have it freshly resaced. May not be returned if inked or dipped. Water testing is fine, of course.

Pen 2433R  Sheaffer Snorkel SIGNATURE Set-in-Box Jet Black. Solid 14k Hallmarked Cap-Rings  $175 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: MediumSmooth	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one writes a nice smooth medium  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib.. Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. The cap-rings has been engraved (as are most SIgnature and Autograph pens out there); this one reads "Daisy Lambeth"

Pen 2491F Sheaffer Snorkel Special Burgundy  $90 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:  Modest amber
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Open monotone PdAg nib, as expected for this model.

Pen 2485F Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  Pastel Blue   $80 SOLD
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:  NA	personalized barrel
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 158" 14.9 cm	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series.  Proper two tone Triumph nib. The barrel is neatly stamped "J.S. Richardson"

Pen 2488F Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. Gray  $95 SOLD  Stickered
Overall Grade:  Fine-Xf	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Proper PdAg  Triumph nib. Still has nib grade sticker on gripping section.

Pen 2233F  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign  $150 BROAD NIB SOLD Amongst couple hundred Snorks, just two Broad points. This one pushes "double broad"
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   B- 2B monotone	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's, produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Soverign, the fanciest of the non-white dot models should have a two tone gold nib. This nib is monotone. But, this is the pen in which i found it. The nib is the fattest Snork point i've ever handled and by today's standards would be pushing "double broad". Smooth wet line. I want $150 for the nib. I'll toss in the clean pen and its recent restoration for addition $25 or total $175 the package :)

Pen 2237F Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral $95 SOLD Burgundy.  Medium Point. Near Mint Tagged/Stickered
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size:  5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Note "D.E" is stamped on the Sheaffer imprint?! I have several Snorks from disparate sources so stamped.  Not sure what to make of that. This pen has original "Admiral" tab as well as "medium" sticker still on gripping section, corresponding to the medium "M-2" nib. Nice pen.

Pen 2242F  Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  $80 SOLD Pastel Blue. Fine-XF  Open 14k Nib.
Overall Grade:  User Grade	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine to XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Nice entry level Snork with particularly fine point

Pen 2243F  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $90 SOLD Pastel Blue. Fine-XF PdAg conical "Triumph" nib
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:   Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Clipper and Sentinel were identical save for nib composition. This one writes quite the fine line.

Pen 2245F  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper $100  SOLD Gray. PdAg conical "Triumph" nib.  Fine Point. Near Mint Stickered/Tagged
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine.	Imprint:  NM	Size:5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Clipper and Sentinel were identical save for nib composition. This one writes a nice smooth  line.

Pen 1950 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Set Mint Stickered  in Box  $375 SOLD Scarce and Desirable Mandarin Orange
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Fine Monotone PdAg Triumph	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. STATESMAN features cap of matching plasti to barrel and a PdAg conical (TRIUMPH) nib. One of the most desirable and not often seen Snorkel colors. Yes, Mint In Box. The pen has the nib grade sticker still on the section. The pencil has the price tag. The set has the price tab. Instructions included. I did ask Ron Zorn to toss in a fresh sac in case you are crazy enough to want to use this one. Spectacular,

Pen 2076 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Mint-in-Box with Instructions $375 SOLD Fiesta Red
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM open gold	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. A top color snork,  Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion. Finding a mint stickered set? Not an everyday event.  Superb in all respects. Water testing is fine. If you wish a fresh sac, one can be installed prior to shipping for $30.

Pen 2000  Sheaffer Snorkel Special. Pastel Green  $100  SOLD
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  The Special looks just like admiral at first peek- plastic cap and non-white dot. But this late appearing Snorkel model features an open white PdAg nib, unlike the Admiral.   This one is superb, with original model/price tag.

Pen 2047 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman in scarce Peacock (not Pastel) Blue   $265 SOLD Nearmint with nib grade sticker on section
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  F	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: STATESMAN correctly packs a plastic, white-dot, smooth clip and conical (Triumph) Pd Ag Nib.  Looks mint but water flush did reveal just a wisp of ink. Perfect nib-grade sticker remains on the gripping section. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.

Pen 2887  Sheaffer Targa "1058"  Burgundy Gloss. Late 1990's  $215  SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch: perfect	clarity:  NA
Point:  Med Semi Flex	Imprint: NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:  Clean pen still with nib-grade chalk-mark on the gripping section. Nice nib full medium with wee bit o' flex in addition to nice sproinginess (geez, someone oughtta write a dictionary for htis stuff).

Pen 2885-S  Sheaffer Balance Oversized $240 SOLD Jet Black Celluloid
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Full Medium	Imprint:NM	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This one is a full size (long standard) non-white dot pen with correct Sheaffer Feather Touch two tone nib. Clean pen with a

Pen 2516 Sheaffer flat-top 3-25 Lady's Pen Black Celluloid  SOLD  $145 for the nib. Pen attached is free :) Monster Nib BROAD STUB FLEX NIB.
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 1/2" 11.4 cm	PRICE: $145
COMMENTS:  A basic black celluloid lady's flat-top from mid-1930's. Non-Lifetime, obviously. An amazing nib, cutting a fine cross point, a medium-broad downstroke (stub effect) with high flex superimposed allowing a double broad downstroke when flexed. Smooth too. On final testing for the update, i noted the feed is having bit of trouble keeping up with ink flow. I will have it tweaked before shipping.

Pen 2856-S Sheaffer PFM IV (Pen For Men 4) Black $395 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:    Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $415
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  The PFM-IV was the second to top model produced in all colors, but today is markedly more scarce than the originally more expensive PFM-V. No dings. Clean plstic.

Pen 2857-M Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3) Black $275 SOLD
Overall Grade:   Exc+	Metal:  Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Full Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  PFM III has gold-filled trim and 14k inlaid nib.   Clean pen with full medium point.

Pen 2905- M  Sheaffer Snorkel Saratoga Burgundy $90 SOLD
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Extra-Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib.  Saratoga is the most expensive plastic-capped non-white-dot model, featuring an open, two-tone, 14k gold nib.  VERY fine point. Smooth.

Pen 2908- M  Sheaffer Snorkel Special Pastel Blue  $185 SOLD Uncommon Gregg Shorthand "G-code" Point.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Gregg Shorthand	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's. Special was a late entry to the Snorkel universe, offering typical appearance for non-white-dot line but fitted with open PdAg nib instead of the more common gold nib as found in Admiral.   This one is marked "G-6", with "6" indicating the Special nib and "G" indicating Gregg Shorthand cut.  Smooth fine-med line with this nib, which is described as ball-shaped allowing smooth writing in all directions.  Uncommon nib that carries added cachet for those who not only use but collect Snorks.

Pen 2984 S Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  Burgundy  $110 SOLD Mint with nib-grade sticker on gripping section.
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Smooth fine point. Superb pen mint with nib-grade sticker. May not be returned if inked/dipped, though as it is a fully restored pen, the one year function does apply :)

Pen 2987 S  Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign  $105 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint: NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Sports the open two-tone gold  nib, as expected for this model. Smooth fine point. Sovereign is the only non-white-dot pen to sport a metal cap, and is well more scarce than the white-dot pens with metal cap.  This one is nearmint, with nib-grade sticker on gripping section and tag attached to clip. No dings. Smooth plump medium point.

Pen 2572R Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman $170 SOLD Sage Green (an "intermediate" color)
Overall Grade:  Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:
Point:  Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.1 cm	PRICE: $170
COMMENTS:  CThe Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Statesman features matching plastic cap and Triumph (Conical) PdAg nib. This one also has matching gripping section. Sage Green, along with Buckskin Tan, are considered of intermediate collector cachet, well more scarce than the common colors, but not quite in the lofty range of Mandarin, Periwinkle, etc.

Pen 2430 Sheaffer Snorkel Special  in  Box with Instructions Gray  $120 SOLD
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Medium PdAg	Imprint:  Perfect	Size:  5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one is near mint and stickered. Under the cap the gripping section is wrapped by the original "medium" sticker/band. Price sticker is not on the pen. Instruction pamphlet included, beneath the display pad.

Pen 1864 Sheaffer PFM I. Snorkel Filler Green.   $275 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  Gray is the most scarce color and whilst Blue often is cited as second least common, i find that Green is more difficult to encounter.  This one is a PFM I with chrome trim and PdAg nib.  Nice pen.

Pen 3025-R Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $550 SOLD DEMONSTRATOR
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $550 SOLD
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model.  Dealer Demonstrators are amongst the most high cachet Snorks found, and are up there in value too falling below the mythical all-Fiesta and solid gold Masterpieces, and above all other colors, even Fern (which probably is as scarce as the Demo).  This one has clean clear plastic. Sharp imprint.  Probably 75% of the original internal dark cap paint (placed to mask the adhesive) and no cracks. Couple stress marks only at clip insertion, typical to these once one tries to move the clip.

Pen 3026- R  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $300 SOLD FERN
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	.
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  F	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. Fern generally is regarded as the toughest color to find, though Fiesta Red-- more common in the usual half-Fiesta with metal cap-- is far more rare when found as a full Fiesta.   I happen to have one of those, but it is not for sale. Go figure.

Pen 2983 S Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper $255 SOLD Mandarin Orange. XF Point (with expected X-4 code)
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. PdAg Triumph (conical) nib, as expected for this model. XF point with point code on back of nib.  Mandarin is one of the six "tough" colors in Snorkeldom.  A  superb pen.

Pen 2855-M  Sheaffer Balance Long Standard $155 SOLD Grey Pearl Celluoid. Feathertouch Line.
Overall Grade:ExtraFine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:NM	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This one is a full size (long standard) non-white dot pen with correct Sheaffer Feather Touch two tone nib.  The cap is very clean with excellent trim, not easy to find amongst pens with chrome trim.  The lever shows light speckling and couple scratches.

Pen 2582  Sheaffer Imperial Solid Sterling $275 SOLD "Zig-Zag Lines and Diamonds" Pattern. Probably 1970's-1980's
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch: Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  F-M Smooooth	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  Very pretty sterling Imperial, Converter fill (included), in pattern well less common than the usual diamond grid. Lightly used with no dings. Super-smooth Fine-Medium wet writer. I'm tempted to use this one a couple months at the hospital before letting it go, but hey, I always can dig up another user.

Pen 2625 Sheaffer Imperial in Box  $225 SOLD  Sterling Rhomboid Pattern.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $225 SOLD
COMMENTS: Clean Sterling Imperial with box. Cartridge/Converter. Converter not included, though I can put you in contact with those who stock them, or probably grab one for around $15.

Pen 2607 Sheaffer Targa Model 1004x  $235 SOLD   Lined Sterling Silver with  Gold Plated Clip. Mint. NOS Broad Stub Nib
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch  Mint	clarity:NA
Point:Broad Stub	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  A nice example form my recently acquired NOS hoard. Unused. Broad Stub Nib. Converter included.

Pen 2614 Sheaffer "Lady Sheaffer"  Gold Moire Pattern  $125 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.9 cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Dating to around 1960, the Moire pattern is shared with Lady Skripsert, of which I've owned a pocket pen set and a dual pen  Lenox Pheasant  desk base. Pretty pattern.

Pen 2619 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. Gray Lady Skripsert $135 SOLD Gold  Moire pattern. "Brilliants" Cap-band
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS: An Upscale Lady Skripsert. The ring of "Brilliants" at the pen cap-band is intact.  Pencil has metal band, which I'm told nonetheless constitutes a match for this pen.  Original Sheaffer clip-pouch is included.

Pen 2173 Sheaffer Lady Skriptsert  ~ 1959  $95 SOLD Gold tone with red gripping section. Nearmint. Plump nib
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: nearmint	clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium-Broad	NA	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Lady Skriptsert did not respond well to surface wear. This example, however, is very clean. Plump nib. Cartridge filler. Probably takes Sheaffer converters too. Funky pen.

Pen 3021 Sheaffer Imperial.   $275 SOLD Solid Sterling Barleycorn  Pattern.
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS: Barleycorn Sterling  Imp in grand shape.

Pen 2872-M Sheaffer Balance Long Standard $130 SOLD  Jet Black Celluloid
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: F-M	Imprint:Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.8 cm	PRICE: $130
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This one is a full size (long standard) White Dot (high line) pen.  Very clean trim. Sharp imprint. Couple light marks to plastic. Smooth typical Sheaffer Fine-Medium point.

Pen 2882-S  Sheaffer Balance Oversized $375 SOLD Golden Pearl Celluloid 1936-1941
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This is the big boy, an OS pen, white dot (obviously) with two tone Lifetime nib. Nice fine-medium point, wet smooth writer.

Pen 2030 Sheaffer sub-brand WASP VACUUM-FIL 1933-ish Marine Green with huge transparency window   $215 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Superb	Plastic: Exc
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:  Believed to have been the try-out pen for Sheaffer's dive into clear-barrelled sac-less pens, the Vacuum-Fil features Marine Green Celluloid, a Sheaffer style round-ball humped clip and a heckofa lot of transparency. Most of these are seriously ambered. This one pops.

Pen 2542 Sheaffer Balance Long Standard $225 Carmine Celluloid
Overall Grade:Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:  NA
Point: XF-F Two Tone	Imprint:NM	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money. This one is a full size (long standard) non-white dot pen with correct Sheaffer Feather Touch two tone nib. Superb visometer gripping section clarity, superb trim, superb color and imprint, etc.

Pen 2546  Sheaffer Balance Long Slender  $225  SOLD Roseglow Celluloid ~ 1937
Overall Grade:Exc	Metal:Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads Exc	clarity: NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Roseglow is the Balance color of greatest collector cachet. This one is part of the "3-nib" line and has appropriate flat-ball clip marked "Sheaffer's".  Fine point nib. Excellent trim and color.

Pen 2630 Sheaffer Flat-Top Oversize set  $85  SOLD From Vacumania's Basement
Overall Grade:  Good	Metal: VG	Color:  So-so	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Exc	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $85  SOLD
COMMENTS: A worn but functioning OS Flat TOp Sheaffer. Brassing to cap rings and clip. Bit of movement to clip. Pencil mechanism uncertain. Pen does fill and writes well.

Pen 2522 Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $235 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity:  Modest amber
Point: F-M	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: Clean Black OS from late 1930's.   Clean pen. Smooth point. Modest clarity left in the gripping section.

Pen 2353R Sheaffer Balance  Oversized.  Late 1930's $215 SOLD Jet Black Celluloid
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition.  This is the big boy. Radius clip ran late 1930's.  Here, we have a fine point monotone Sheafefer Lifetime nib, clean trim with just smidge of brassing to bottom edge of clip, scattered light marks. Solid imprint

Pen 2023   Sheaffer Balance Junior Roseglow  $150  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Fine Semi-flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 3/4"	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  Roseglow is a high cachet color which looks rather nice with the white trim of the Junior line.  A very clean pen, the white trim- often a weak point on these- is crisp. Has bit of wear to capband. Clip, lever and most of cap-band free of any wear.  Nice color and imprint

Pen 2368 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Set. Periwinkle!  $285 SOLD  One of the "tough' Colors. Nearmint (maybe uninked) stickered
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: perfect	clarity:   Exc
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/16" 14.2cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS:   Periwinkle rests solidly amongst the "tough" colors in the 1950's Sheaffer Snorkel series. The Sentinel packs the white dot two tone metal cap and two tone 14k gold conical (Triumph) nib. This one has matching gripping section and "medium"sticker still affixed to the section. Lovely set.

Pen 2046  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel in scarce Peacock (not Pastel) Blue  $255  SOLD Nearmint with nib grade sticker on section
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: perfect	clarity:  NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Med	Imprint: Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS: Sentinel packs the two tone, white-dot metal cap and two tone gold conical (Triumph) nib.  Peacock Blue is amongst the very high cachet  colors  found in snorkeldom. Sentinel was the most expensive model to feature this color. Peacock is one of three blue-based colors found amongst the snorks.  This one is Nearmint with remnants of nib-grade stricker  on the gripping section.

Pen 2873-M  Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $100  SOLD Pastel Blue.
Overall Grade:  Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:   The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Very clean pen. Nice writer.

Pen 2877-M  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Pastel Green $110 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc+	threads:  Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  Full Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Sentinel is a relatively high-line model, with white-dot metal cap and two-tone 14k gold nib. This one has a plump full medium nib. A nice writer.

Pen 2571R Sheaffer Snorkel Crest   $185 SOLD Near Mint Tagged
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.1 cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  Crest is an upscale model, positioned above the Sentinel.  Gold Filled Cap. Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib. This one appears to have been dipped, but otherwise is mint. Still has price tag under clip.

Pen 2615 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Gray  $105 SOLD  Original Tag
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Proper PdAg  Triumph nib. Very clean pen with price tag.

Pen 2617 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Gray  $95 SOLD  Stickered
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  XF	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Proper 2-Tone Gold Triumph nib. Pen has price tag. Gripping section matches pen (not so common in gray). Nice Snork

Pen 2618 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. Pastel Blue  $90 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Proper PdAg  Triumph nib.

Pen 2432R Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Set. MINT-IN-BOX SAGE GREEN:  $245 SOLD
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Medium PdAg	Imprint:  Perfect	Size:  5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Buckskin Tan is one of the intermediate-cachet colors, well less common than black, burgundy, pastel green, pastel blue and gray. Note the slight olive color is artifact of the photo. The set indeed is Sage, not the more scarce Fern. This set pops. Mint uninked with chalkmarks on pen and pencil and with correct set tag in the box Even the pencil has pristine eraser. Has the expected upturned PdAg Triumph nib, which water tests out to a nice Medium line. Despite its mintness this one is fully restored and ready to rumble. May not be returned if inked/dipped (water is fine), but of course the one year function warranty remains in play.

Pen 2323 Sheaffer Snorkel Sovereign $140 SOLD Sage Green
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim.  Sovereign was the highest price point non-white dot model, featuring an open two tone gold nib, and metal cap. Sage green is a better color and this one features matching gripping section. Clean pen. No dings

Pen 1885 Sheaffer Snorkel Set. Pastel Blue  Nearmint. Stickered   $110 SOLD
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Medium PdAg	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one is near mint and stickered. Under the cap the gripping section is wrapped by the original "medium" sticker/band. Price sticker is not on the pen. The pencil shows just bit of use to the eraser. The pen almost passed for mint. After an extensive soak of the nib, i was able to elicit the slightest wisp of pale blue ink.

Pen 1992 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Pastel Green 1950's  $100 SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: NM
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  This Snorkel Admiral properly features open-style gold nib, non-white-dot plastic cap and "Sheaffer's Clip".  This one  is like new with cap price band, but has met ink, thus grades Near Mint. 'Bout as clean as they come.

Pen 2624 Sheaffer PFM V GRAY   $795 SOLD  Mint, Chalkmarked, Cellophaned, NOS
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $795 SOLD
COMMENTS:  The most scarce PFM color in its originally most expensive trim. Mint. Chalkmarked. With  Cellophane.

Pen 2595 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper "First Style" pen with Gold Snorkel 1952  $120 SOLD
Overall Grade: Near Mint	Metal: NM	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Medium PdAg	Imprint:  Nearmint	Size:  5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one has the first style gold snorkel.

Pen 2616 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Pastel Blue  $140 SOLD  Scarce Broad Nib
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Fine*	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Broad.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $140 SOLD
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Proper 14k Gold two tone nib. This one packs an uncommon (and stamped) Broad nib.  The cap has tiny dimple ding at top. I'm charging $140 for the nib. Will toss in the working pen gratis :)

Pen 2446 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3)  $400 SOLD Blue  Mint  Chalkmarked Sheaffer Factory Tray Label.
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color: Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch:  perfect	clarity: N/A
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/8" 12.9cm	PRICE: $400
COMMENTS:  Part of a collection i purchased from a Sheaffer employee, this one has original Sheaffer factory tray label (i'm told part of a teaching collectioin) as well as original chalk marks. The pen is pristine. It fills well with water with what i imagine is the original sac. May be water tested but not returned if inked or dipped. If you wish formal restoration before shipping, please add $35.

Pen 2417 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men I) Set in Box Burgundy.  $295 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $295  SOLD
COMMENTS: The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a clean Burgundy PFM I with chrome trim and PdAg nib. Pencil appears unusued. Pen is superb. Has a period box featuring Inlaid Nib Symbol, though I'm not certain if this is a PFM box or Imperial Box. Only box like this I've owned.

Pen 2407F  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant $95  Pastel Green
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine.	Imprint:  NM	Size:5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Stateman and Valiant  were identical save for nib composition. This one writes a nice smooth Fine  line.

Pen 2408F Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant $95 SOLD Burgundy. Two-Tone Triumph (conical) nib.
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Full Medium	Imprint: sharp	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Stateman and Valiant  were identical save for nib composition. This one writes a  smooth lush medium  line.

Pen 1867 Sheaffer PFM I. Snorkel Filler. Uncommon in Green.  SOLD Scarce Broad-Double Broad nib. Huge iridium  $375 Monster Nib Alert
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  B-BB monster.	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors. This one is a PFM I with the expected white trim and PdAg nib. It also has one of the quite small number of Broad+ nibs i've seen in this series.  Broad- Double Broad range, the ball shaped iridium writes a monster line. Scarce nib.

Pen 1991 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman Pastel Green 1950's   $95  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic:  Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $95  SOLD
COMMENTS:  Nice White Dot Snork, with correct PdAg conical "triumph" nib verrrry smooth XF.  Identical save for the nib to the Valiant model.

Pen 1998 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel 1950's Burgundy  $75 SOLD
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $75
COMMENTS:  Cap has one scratch and has brassing on top 1/3 or so of clip.  Plastic and nib are nearmint.

Pen 2001 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Black 1950's  $80  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med Semi-Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  Nice Basic Snork. The Snorkel Admiral features an open-style gold nib, non-white dot plasic cap and "Sheaffer's" Clip.  This onie has a semi-flex nib, adding a bit to its charm as a writer.

Pen 2574 Sheaffer Grand Connoisseur  $125 SOLD A Near Modern Sheaffer
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:  NA
Point:  F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/4"	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Nice near modern CC-fill pen.

Pen 2622 Sheaffer Imperial  $255 SOLD  Gold Plated Barleycorn Pattern. BROAD NIB
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  BROAD	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $255  SOLD
COMMENTS: Clean pen with Broad Point. Converter included. Original Box included.

Pen 2606 Sheaffer Targa Laque Black Spiral  $415 SOLD Mint New Old Stock BROAD STUB NIB. A Scarce Targa
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch  Mint	clarity:  NA	personalized barrel
Point: Broad Stub	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $415 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Clear Laque (enamel) on guilloche.  Reportedly hand-laquered 14 coats. Deep lustre poorly captured in my photo. One of most beautiful Targas (or near modern pens in general) i've had the pleasure to handle. I grabbed one of the last trays of NOS (pre-NOS really) from a Sheaffer rep. Two pens were promptly claimed at the Syracuse Pen Club meeting. Ask Al Besser or Jerry Fine how they like the pens :)  I have just one blue pen.  Oh yeah, the mint pen is fitted with a sweet broad stub nib. Converter included.

Pen 2611 Sheaffer Prelude Rainbow $175  Mint. NOS
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Clutch: Mint	clarity: NA
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS: I don't do much with Preludes, but this one was too lovely to ignore, when i recently grabbed a near modern collection of Sheaffer pens.

Pen 2583 Sheaffer Lady Skripsert  $150 SOLD White Moire (i think) finish with two tone brilliants on the capb-and
Overall Grade: Exc		Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc		Clutch: Exc	clarity: NA
Point:  F-M		Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 7/16" 13.9 cm	PRICE: $150 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Uncommon variant Lady Skripsert. Still has chalkmarks on the gripping section "XV Med $15"

Pen 2634 Sheaffer Imperial Cadmium Yellow  $85  SOLD
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: NM	clarity: NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size:	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS: High Cachet color in this near modern pen.

Pen 2498 Sheaffer Targa.  $175 SOLD Silver Plated Barleycorn Pattern.
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch: Exc	clarity:
Point: F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $175 SOLD
COMMENTS: Great writer. Includes converter. Clean no dings.

Pen 2545 Sheaffer Balance Long Standard  $285 SOLD "Gray with Red Veins"  with superb color ~1934
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: No Exc	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6cm	PRICE: $285
COMMENTS:  Balance is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. The number of variants gives Vacumatic a run for the money.  This middle-period Balance color is one of the "tough" colors, often found with greenish discoloration and cap-lip cracks. This one pops. Clean trim, superb color, sharp imprint and wet smooth fine point  proper Sheaffer Feather Touch nib. Nice eye appeal

Pen 2554tb Sheaffer Balance Oversize Autograph  $375 SOLD Solid 14k Cap-band and Clip
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  ExtraFine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exx	clarity: NA
Point: XF Two Tone	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/4" 14.5 cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  Balance is my second most collected pen, after Vacumatic. Huge array of varieties. This one is the black oversized white dot high line pen with upgrade to solid 14k trim at clip and at extra wide cap-band. Cost some $25 at time when regular OS was $10 or so and when Relief checks in the Great Depression ran $10 per month. Not a trivial pen back in the day. Most of these have engraved bands, and this one is marked, "B.M. Summers". Pen 2554

Pen 2576TB Sheaffer Balance Standard  $175 SOLD Golden Pearl Celluloid. Full Size
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:  NA
Point:  Lush Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"  13.6cm	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  I am fond of Balance, and it is the second most prevalent pen in my personal collection. This one is a clean striated Golden Pearl from the late 1930's. Writes a wet smooth medium line with proper two tone Sheaffer Feather Touch nib.

Pen 2599 Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $240 Jet Black Celluloid. Late 1930's
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:   NA
Point:   F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  Classic large Balance. Smooth Fine-Medium point. Clean pen. No trim brassing. Sharp imprint. Nice writer.

Pen 2473R  Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $315 Black  Celluloid. Full Flex Sheaffer Lifetime Nib
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:  Modest amber
Point:  Full Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $315
COMMENTS:  Sheaffers from this era are known for their nail-like (though generally quite smooth) nibs. Finding full flex is... not easy. This one flexes from Fine to Broad.

Pen 2391 Sheaffer Balance Pencil Standard. Gray/Red  1934-ish  $85 SOLD
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal: ExtraFine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads:  NA	clarity:    NA
Point:   FNA	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:  Clean Balance pencil that will match either a lifetime (white dot) or non-WD standard pen.  Note the "usual" gap between top and bottom, a common finding on Balance pencils due to shrinkage of plastic-on-metal. Gap is less than shows, above after i pushed the top down just a bit.  Mechanism works well.

Pen 2354R Sheaffer Balance  Oversized.  Late 1930's $235 SOLD Jet Black Celluloid
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine .	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.9cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition.  This is the big boy. Radius clip ran late 1930's.  This one has particularly smooth fine-medium two tone nib.  Clean plastic. Solid imprint. Speck of brassing cap-band on back of pen and on usual place at very bottom of clip

Pen 2359M Sheaffer Balance Plunger-Fill  $110 SOLD Golden Pearl Celluloid.  Upscale,  milled "Jeweler's" cap-band
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Extrafine	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 7/8" 12.5cm	PRICE: $110  SOLD
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition.  As with the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer's from the 1930's crop up with an extra wide lined cap-band, which is poorly characterized by company literature. I've seen at least one mint-stickered with label calling such pens "deluxe" variants of the usual thin-band pen.   This one is a properly restored plunger-fill pen. Short Slender size.  Clean color and imprint. Smooth point. No brassing. One or two tiny marks on that big cap-band.

Pen 2226-F Sheaffer Feather Touch  Full size (Standard) Balance $225 SOLD Relatively uncommon (and uncatalogued) plump "Deluxe" milled cap-band Very neat and ornate "J" stamped in the cap-band's Cartouche.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $225  SOLD
COMMENTS:  As with the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer's from the 1930's crop up with an extra wide lined cap-band, which is poorly characterized by company literature. I've seen at least one mint-stickered with label calling such pens "deluxe" variants of the usual thin-band pen.   This one has a superb two tone correct Feather-Touch Sheaffer nib and writes a medium line with excellent ink flow. "J" is engraved neatly and ornately in the cap-band's cartouche, which of course was intended for inscription.   Barrel shows slight ambering of color, of minimal visual impact given that the Golden Brown is a somewhat amber-like for starters.

Pen 2255R Sheaffer Balance Semi-Stubby Marine Green  $120 SOLD Yes, SEMI-STUBBY Standard.  Hey, they built it, not me.
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:   Exc	name in barrel- neatly done
Point:   F-M firm	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/8" 12.8cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  Headache Inducing Variant. Earlier colors are known to appear in a short standard size often called Stubby Standard. Some of the earliest of the Striped Balances appear as Stubby Standard.  A number of pens have been found that collectors call Semi-Stubby. The cap is the fat short Stubby cap. The barrel falls into an intermediate size, longer than the classic Stubby but shorter than the full-length Standard. My suspicion is that this is  how Sheaffer used up the last of its stubby stock as that variant phased out.  This one is a tolerable example. The trim is quite clean. There is a name in the barrel, neatly heat stamped.  The lip of the cap had bit of roughness (no cracks) so Ron Zorn, whilst restoring pen, took down maybe 1 mm of the cap lip to smoothen things. A most unusual variant for he who seeks the oddities.

Pen 2291 Sheaffer Long Standard Balance $225 SOLD Ebonized Pearl. Radius Clip. ~ 1936. Responsive nib.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Extra Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine. Hint o' Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.8cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:   Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This pen  is one size down from the oversized model. Feather Touch non-WD line. Two tone nib has bit of flex. Nice responsive line.  Barrel has bit of ambering. Cap color about perfect. My favorite color Balance

Pen 1690 Sheaffer Balance "Fat Standard"  Feather Touch Gray-Red Celluloid $175  SOLD (Pen Only)
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  Brassing on clip		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Color:  Exc
Point: Needle Point	Imprint:   A bit light	Size:  5 1/2"	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:    Gray with Red Veins is a high cachet color in the Sheaffer universe. Often discolored even crazed and at risk for hairline cap-lip cracks, finding clean specimens is a nontrivial venture. This one is a standard length pen in non-white-dot trim. Color is perfect with  no crazing or cracks.  The clip has brassing (nickling really, as the undermetal is white) on about 1/2 the clip.  The band and lever are perfect.  The pen is complimented by a needle point nib which allows teeny-tiny writing.

Pen 1891 Sheaffer Crest Set.  First Style 1937-1939 or so Lever Filler.  $150
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    VG
Point:  Ultrafine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  This is the first style Sheaffer Crest, a pen that would run for years and see a nice variety of models and styles, both. This one has the early hourglass section with threads at the very end. No doubt this pen insprired the Parker Vacumatic Imperial, which showed up in 1940.  The pen grades full excellent with no cap dings and no engravings on cap.  The barrels of both items are heat stamped "S. Allon".  The pencil works and is not excellent, having small ding at very top of cap and a bit of play to the clip. I tossed it in with the pen at no extra charge... what would i do with it otherwise? :-)

Pen 2496 Sheaffer Imperial Sterling Set  $245 SOLD Sterling Rhomboid Pattern. Fountain Pen and Pencil. Converter Fill.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  perfect	clarity:
Point: Medium	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  One of Sheaffer's elegant later offerings. Probably late 1970's-early 1980's. Inlaid 14k Nib. Pencil appears to be mint. Nice original patina.

Pen 2497 Sheaffer  Legacy.  $245 SOLD  Sterling. Touchdown Filler.
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: One ding	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity:
Point: F-M	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's big pen of the last generation. Ornate sterling pattern. Smooth F-M (to my eye, nib is graded Fine by Sheaffer) Inlaid Nib. Touchdown-style self-filler. One dimple at  very top (flat part) of cap.

Pen 2513  Sheaffer "797" $225 SOLD All gold-filled Imperial-Like  Fountain Pen. Lined pattern Mint Stickered from Sheaffer's Factory "Teaching Tray"
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  Perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  MONSTER NIB	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2 cm	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Looks like an Imperial with clutch and Inlaid Nib, but converter fill (functioning converter included). Not sure if pattern is quite lined vs fluted. Pretty though. This one is mint stickered uninked (may not be returned if inked or dipped. The barrel tag represents the pen place in the Sheaffer Factory Teaching Tray, per the Sheaffer employee from whom I obtained it.

Pen 2511 Sheaffer Snorkel Triumph (all gold-filled)  $245 SOLD Sheaffer's answer to Parker's "51" Signet. Mint Stickered Tray-tagged
Overall Grade:  MINT	Metal: no dings	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: MINT	Threads:  MInt	clarity:
Point: Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one is mint uninked.  I purchased it from a Sheaffer employee (one I trust) who notes it spent time in the "Teaching Tray" at Sheaffer, hence the barrel code tape.   May not be returned if inked or dipped. Original sac does not function. Full restoration can be provided prior to shipment for additional $35.

Pen 2512 Sheaffer Snorkel Triumph (all gold-filled)  $150 Sheaffer's answer to Parker's "51" Signet.
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: one tiny ding	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  MInt	clarity: NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2 cm	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series.  The Triumph Snorkel is amongst hte most high-cachet Snorks. Looking about perfect at first glance, loupe examination shows a 2mm slight flattening near top of cap.

Pen 2429R Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Mint-in-Box Buckskin Tan (Pink!)  $185
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Medium PdAg	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 5/8" 14.3cm	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Buckskin Tan is one of the intermediate-cachet colors, well less common than black, burgundy, pastel green, pastel blue and gray. This one grades MINT and appears to be uninked. It does not have stickers or chalkmarks. Has the expected upturned PdAg Triumph nib, which water tests out to a nice Medium line. Despite its mintness this one is fully restored and ready to rumble. May not be returned if inked/dipped (water is fine), but of course the one year function warranty remains in play.

Pen 2451R Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper  $165 SOLD Buckskin Tan
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color: Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 13.9cm	PRICE: $154
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Buckskin Tan is one of the intermediate-cachet colors, well less common than black, burgundy, pastel green, pastel blue and gray.  Clean pen with matching gripping section and fine point Triumph (conical) PdAg nib.

Pen 2409F Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel.  $105 SOLD Pastel Green. Nearmint Tagged
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: NM	Color: Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: perfect	clarity:   NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Sharp	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. This one writes a nice smooth  line. Two tone gold conical/Triumph nib

Pen 2174 Sheaffer PFM I  (Pen For Men 1) Green 1959-1963  $255 SOLD
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Clutch  perfect	clarity:
Point:  Medium.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5 cm	PRICE: $255  SOLD
COMMENTS: The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).  The "V" is the fanciest trim available on all colors save black.  In my search for pens, i find that Green is the second most difficult color to find. Some folks argue that Blue deserves that spot.  This one is a PFM I with PdAg nib and white trim.  Plump medium nib. Smooth writer. Very clean pen.

Pen 1871 Sheaffer PFM V. Snorkel Filler. Jet Black Superb Condition  $425
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:  NA
Point:  Fine-Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $425
COMMENTS:   The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a "V" with gold-filled cap, gold-filled blind-cap plate and solid gold nib.

Pen 1518 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen for Men 1) Burgundy   $255 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Exc	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine-Med firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.375"	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:   The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The PFM I features white trim and a Palladium-Silver nib. Smooth point.

Pen 2410F Sheaffer Snorkel SIGNATURE  $170 SOLD Solid Gold Hallmarked Cap-band. Unengraved.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint: Exc	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $170 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. This one writes a nice smooth  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib. It is the variant with imprint on cap instead of barrel. Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork.

Pen 2266R Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Full Vermilion $250 SOLD Late 1950's
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Med  Semi-Flex.	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $250  SOLD
COMMENTS: Vermilion is one of the "tough" Snork colors, along with Mandarin, Fiesta Red, Periwinkle, Peacock and Fern. Admiral is the non-white-dot model (Vermilion appeared only as NonWD) with open gold nib, this one having a nice semi-flex character and  Medium point. Generally, for the tougher colors, pens with plastic caps outvalue those with metal caps (not so for the "easy" colors), i guess because folks like to see as much of these special colors as possible.

Pen 2238F Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel $90 Fine Point. The "dark" Burgundy.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	Plastic    Extra FIne
Point:   Fine Firm	Imprint:  bit light	Size:  5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:   Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. This one in the darker of the two Burgundy plastics and packs a fine point nib. No dings to metal. Light wear to plastic. Imprint is legible but looks to be light- perhaps a light stamping, though i do not insist.

Pen 2241F  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  $105  Pastel Blue  Medium Point Triumph  Two-Tone 14k Nib
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium Point	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:   Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. Valiant was the most expensive model with plastic cap available in all colors.

Pen 2367M  Sheaffer "truncated" Junior ~ 1934-5  $95 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity: NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 1/2 " 11.4cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:    \\This is the pen that preceded the Balance Junior, which would adopt the clip style and use of white trim on all pen colors. A humble pen in size and price point, it nonetheless holds collector interest for its role in the Balance pen pantheon, though i'm not sure a pantheon can contain pens.   Nice smooth medium point with just a hint of flex/responsiveness.

Pen 2287  SHeaffer Balance Oversized  $325 SOLD Gray-with-Red-Veins Celluloid.
Overall Grade:  User Grade	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/16" 14cm	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS: Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This is the big one.  Wild red in the barrel. The pen has issues. The cap has couple hairlines in the lip which have been sealed. The cap has normal red veining whilst the barrel has about the heaviest red i've had the pleasure to see.  Priced appropriately given the flaw, and the possiblity of slightly different era cap/barrel

Pen 1675 Sheaffer Balance Roseglow Deluxe Standard Set. 1937  Near-Mint. $450 SOLD
Overall Grade:Nearmint	Trim:  NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect		cartouche is engraved "VB"
Point: Fine Semi-Flex	Imprint:   Razor sharp	Size:  5 3/8" by 1/2"	PRICE: $450
COMMENTS:  On the whole, Roseglow is the Balance color  today of greatest value and of highest cachet. Most sizes seem to have been produced just a year or so, vs 5 years for other striped colors. The vertically lined "Milled" or "Deluxe" Cap-band is a well recognized but uncatalogued variant that appears on perhaps one in every fifty Balances from the years it was produced.  This set is variably described as "Standard", "Fat Standard", "Slender Oversized". It is the second largest size. This is the non-lifetime form and packs a nice semi-flex correct Sheaffer  "Feather Touch" nib.  The mix  of Roseglow and the Deluxe cap-band in a large matching pen and pencil set makes for a nifty set.  I collect Roseglow and have probably 20 variants in my own collection.

Pen 1587 Sheaffer Balance Junior Ebonized Pearl ~ 1938  $150 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  superb		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Ex	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Med+	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  4 3/4"	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:    This Ebonized Pearl "Junior" Balance is from relatively late in the Ebonized Pearl run, and packs the price code on the barrel (275), a feature probably introduced in 1938. Color on this one is superb (often these are quite ambered). The oh-so-fragile chrome-tone trim is Superb. A nifty Med+ writing point, to boot.

Pen 1685 Sheaffer Balance Stubby Standard Lifetime Marine Green Marble Celluloid  $225  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim: usual specks of clip-ball brassing		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads:  Perfect  .	color:  Excellent
Point: Med	Imprint:   Fine	Size:  4 3/4" by 1/2"	PRICE: $225 SOLD
COMMENTS:  One of the early colors, this pen has very crisp color and clean trim. The stubby pens are less common than the typical Standard pens.  A fat fireplug of a pen.  Nice-writing Medium Nib.

Pen 1856 Sheaffer Slender Balance in Jade Celluloid Superb Color   $250  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  F-XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  A primo Balance.  Jade is notorious for the presence of discoloration, one reason the typical jade pen underprices other colors. Spectacular jade carries a premium.  This one is getttttinnnnggg up there.  Trim is clean save for the typical bit of brassing on the clip ball. THe nib is Sheaffer #3 with fine-xf point.  Pen has a clear sac to prevent future barrel discoloration.

Pen 1999 Sheaffer Snorkel Saratoga.  Gray. 1950'd  $100  SOLD
Overall Grade: Ex Grayc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Saratoga saw a non-white-dot cap, open two-tone gold nib and "Sheaffer's" clip. This one is superb, with original model/price tag.

Pen 2042  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Buckskin Tan (pink) 1950's   $165  SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color: Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Extrafine	Threads:  perfect	clarity: NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  Valiant features a white-dot plastic cap and gold tubular (Triumph) nib.  Very clean, it is noted the two tone effect is no longer present on the gold nib.  One nice feature of this "better" color is the matching plastic (vs. black) for the gripping section.

Pen 2294 Sheaffer Lady Skripsert. Late 1950's $95 SOLD Red enamel/goldtone grid
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Med	Imprint:  NA	Size: 5 1/2" 13.6cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Clean nice writing pen. Available in wide variety of finishes. The enamel (?) did not respond well to wear, leaving these tricky to find in superb shape. Cartridge/converter filler.

Pen 2414F Sheaffer Snorkel SIGNATURE.  $170 SOLD SOLID 14K Cap Band. Pastel Green.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $170 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim.  This one writes a nice smooth  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib.  Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. The charm of Signature, vs the wider gold-band Autograph, is that Signature can be had in colors other than black.

Pen 2411F Sheaffer Snorkel SIGNATURE Set.  $165 SOLD SOLID 14K Cap Band. Burgundy. (pencil is a "toss in")
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  VG	Size:5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $165 SOLD
COMMENTS: Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim.The line is between Fine and Medium to my eye. Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. This one writes a nice smooth  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib. The charm of Signature, vs the wider gold-band Autograph, is that Signature can be had in colors other than black. The pencil (tarnish not brassing on clip- i'll wipe it off) is included as it was part of the original set, and has same name engraved, but has lost part of its white dot (El Zorno probably could replace, if you wanted).

Pen 2412F Sheaffer Snorkel SIGNATURE.  $145 SOLD SOLID 14K Cap Band. Jet Black.
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine-Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $145 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's was  produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. This one writes a nice smooth  line with the expected two tone conical (Triumph) nib.  Pens with solid gold cap-bands are well less common than the average Snork. Neatly script engraved (as are most) Duncan Gary. Or... maybe Gary Duncan.  Pen has few very light scratches.

Pen 2381 Sheaffer Snorkel Stateman. Pastel Green   $100 SOLD
Overall Grade:  NM	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Threads: perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5.5" 13.8cm	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Nice writin' Snork, with Triumph (conical) PdAg point

Pen 2015 Sheaffer Balance Cherry Red Celluloid Loaner. Mid 1930's  $375 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Extra Fine
Point:  F-XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  A special pen.  Like most out there the other side of the barrel is stamped with the source of the load, Clyde Minich  in this case.  These often come seriously flawed. This one lacks those flaws. The white trim (nasty once pitted and worn) is very crisp.  No discoloration is present of the at risk red celluloid. No cracks. Great threads. Nice imprint.  Couple light marks on the plastic (can sort of see the worst of it in the picture down by the blind end).  An uncommon Balance in uncommon condition.

Pen 2285 Sheaffer Balance Standard ~1930 $300 SOLD 5-30 Model. Stunning Jade Celluloid  ~1930
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:  An early Balance showing the glory of Jade celluloid. The pen overall is very clean, noting just a bit of the nearly always seen clip-ball brassing. Imprint is great. Color is outstanding, one of the best Jades i've had the pleasure to offer.  Jade is one of the plastics found overwhelmingly with severe discoloration.  Clean jade is scarce and desirable. I collect Jade pens and in ten years have acquired perhaps 40 superb examples in total.  Here's a peek at "typical" vs "excellent" Jade Sheaffers, noting this is the later "blue/green" Jade.

Pen 2299 Sheaffer Balance   SOLD $75 Gray-Red-Veins. Flat Ball Clip. Chrome trim
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: VG	Color:  exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Med lush writer	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 7/8" 12.4cm	PRICE: $75
COMMENTS:  Nice writing little Sheaffer in a "better" color. Clip is clean. Cap-band and lever so some wear and brassing. Later (1940's)  Sheaffer "33" nib writes a wet lush line.

Pen 2227-F  Sheaffer Feather Touch Full Size (Standard) Balance $165 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2 " 14cm	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen.  So many colors and varieties.  This one is a very clean lever-fill "long standard" or full-size  model in striated brown celluloid.   A good "daily writer"

Pen 2361M Sheaffer Balance "First Year" 1929-ish  $105 SOLD Jet Black Celluloid. Long ball clip. Long barrel.
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 3/4" 14.5cm	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition, though the Balance preceded the Vacumatic. This one is the earliest contour found in Balance, with extra long barrel, short gripping section, sort cap etc. The plastic is very clean. It writes a smooth wet fine-medium line. Obviously, brassing is present at high points on clip and about 10% of cap-band. Nice user that actually has greater cachet than the typical mid-30's black Standard.

Pen 2230F Sheaffer "Self-Filler" Gold-Filled flat-top Vest Pocket 1920's  $140 SOLD XF-Broad+ high flex.
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   High Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 3 7/8" 9.7cm	PRICE: $140
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer metal pens are well less common than, say, Waterman metal pens. Featuring the early "Sheaffer Self-Fill" nib from the years before Sheaffer became better known for making nearly all nibs firm, this one packs high flex into  a small package. No brassing.  No edge dings. Just a pin ding or so to the body of the cap. Smooth finish gold-filled metal. I collect these, but this one is a duplicate, so now it can be yours.

Pen 2303 Sheaffer WASP VACUUM-FIL Oversized.   $200 SOLD Green "Screaming Souls in Purgatory" celluloid
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   ExtraFine semi-flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.cm	PRICE: $SOLD
COMMENTS:  I collect these. Two colors. At least two sizes (i have yet to find the Slender that a catalogue page suggests). This is the big one. Took me 18 months to encounter a decent one for sale (that guy in NJ would not sell me his Gray) and then I found two in one hour. When it rains it pours.  This one has some brassing to the cap-band but otherwise is very clean. A not unreasonable candidate for plating.  If you'd like to learn bit more about this WASP, do see the essay i cobbled together recently. PROFILE:  WASP SCREAMING SOULS IN PURGATORY

Pen 1926 Sheaffer 3-25 "Coral Red" Celluloid Flat-Top  $225 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:   An all-correct mid-1920's Sheaffer in the Coral Red celluloid that looks disturbingly Duofold-like. A clean pen with great trim and imprint. Correct 3-25 nib.  Amongst the plastic flat-top pens, orange is qwll less commonly seen than are black, black/pearl and jade. They also are more scarce than orange pens by Parker.  This one is quite clean, with only the common clip-ball brassing (can see it in the photo) keeping the trim from perfection.

Pen 2289 Sheaffer Tucky, "First Style" Gold Filled  $275 SOLD 1940-ish GF pen with threaded back end.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect both ends	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine.	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  4 1/2" 10.5cm	PRICE: $275  SOLD
COMMENTS:  One of the best of the Tuckaways. Only the first style metal Tuckies has threads at the butt end of pen as well as near the gripping section. Lever filler. No engraving in cartouche.(pic reused from pen 2290 as pen sold to a "wish-list")

Pen 2290 Sheaffer Tuckaway, "First Style" Gold Filled  $275  sold 1940-ish GF pen with threaded back end.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect both ends	clarity:    NA
Point:   Extrafine.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 4 1/2" 10.5cm	PRICE: $275  sold
COMMENTS:  One the best of the Tuckaways. Only the first style metal Tuckies has threads at the butt end of pen as well as near the gripping section. Lever filler. No engraving in cartouche. Superb condition. No dings.

Pen 2310  Sheaffer Balance Oversized Pencil  $120 1937-1941 Golden Pearl Celluloid
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: na	Threads:  NA	clarity:    NA
Point:   na	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.1cm	PRICE: $120
COMMENTS:  The pencil to match the OS Balanace pen. This one has very clean trim and plastic. Typical slight gap between top and bottom results from plastic shrinkage over the  years. This can be corrected by turning down the mechanism, but i tend to have 'em left alone.

Pen 2321 Sheaffer Balance Oversized Pencil  $135 1937-1941 Golden Pearl Celluloid
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   NA	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.1cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS: The pencil to match the OS Balanace pen. This one has very clean trim and plastic. No gap on this one. Speck of brassing on bottom edge of radius clip.

Pen 2229-F  Sheaffer Lifetime Full Size (Standard) Balance Set $125 Canadian pen  with uncommon WASP-style clip
Overall Grade:  Very Good	Metal: Good	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Exc	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Med smooth.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14 cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen.  So many colors and varieties.    This Canadian issue pens features a clip- reminiscent of that seen on some Sheaffer WASP pens- that is found only on some Canadian pens.  The pen features the  well known, extra-steep saddle separating the white overlay from native gold of the nib. An odd-duck variant.  Condition of the set if Very Good. Pen grades VG with clean clip, about 50% brassing of cap-band, few light scratches on plastic and excllent nib. The pencil has total brassing of the clip and 50% brassing of the band. But then... if the trim had been perfect throughout, the set would be twice the price... or more.

Pen 2270R  Sheaffer "Statesman/1000" Long Standard Balance $220 SOLD Silver Pearl Celluloid. FLEXIBLE NIB
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: Extrafine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   F-M FLEX	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.8cm	PRICE: $220 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. Call it Standard, Fat Standard, Slender OS, "1000" or eventually, Statesman, it is a fairly hefty pen. This model originally was priced the same as the oversized model, and is a wee bit thinner. A rock solid pen for he who wishes a nice Balance. Great color. Bit of trim speckling on lever. Quite uncommon for Balance this one has a flex nib. Smooth too. Very clean for Silver Pearl, which tends to see heavy ambering and trashing of the chrome trim.

Pen 2298 Sheaffer Balance Golf Pencil  $120
Overall Grade:  MINT	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NA	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   NA.	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: Short	PRICE: $120  SOLD
COMMENTS:  Charming little Vest Pocket pencil unused with perfect color.

Pen 2271R  Sheaffer "Statesman/1000" Long Standard Balance  $95 Vacumania's Basement. Carmine Red  Celluloid.  SOLD
Overall Grade:  VG*	Metal: Extrafine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.8cm	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. Call it Standard, Fat Standard, Slender OS, "1000" or eventually, Statesman, it is a fairly hefty pen. This model originally was priced the same as the oversized model, and is a wee bit thinner. Carmine is a high cachet color. A nearly invisible stress crack above the white dot (occasionally these happen at tips) accounts for $100+ price drop.

Pen 2286 Sheaffer Balance Oversized  $375  SOLD Silver Pearl Striped Celluloid:  1937-1941
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This is the big one. Probably dates to early part of the color run, lacking the "1000" imprint that appeared later. Color and trim are excellent. It has a  monotone smooth Sheaffer Lifetime nib. Clean silver pearl celluloid (often ambers) and clean white trim (does not clean up as well as GF) are not so easy to locate.

Pen 1985 Sheaffer Standard Balance. "1000" Lifetime Statesman late 1930's Jet Black Celluloid $125
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Firm Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4"	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Nice monotone Sheaffer Lifetime Nib.  A conservative high cachet pen in  its day.

Pen 1897 Sheaffer's WASP Vacuum-Fill 1937 "Screaming Souls in Purgatory" Standard size. Medium Flex Nib.  $165 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Medium Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5"	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer sub-brands appeal to many- though perhaps not a majority- of Sheaffer collectors.  Often poorly characterized by available company literature, research poses challenges.  The pen shown above exists in Green and Gray celluloid, in two or three sizes. It is catalogued as a lever filler, though i have at least one pen of this sort as the more scarce twist filler. The wrapped celluloid with oblong black splotches on pearlescent background gave rise to the description "screaming souls in purgatory" after I posted a discussion about the pen on one of the boards. I like the name. When collecting this sort, watch for wear to the fragile trim and for cracks in the thinner-than-Sheaffer-proper nibs. This one is very clean with minor trim wear, great color and  nice nib.

Pen 1932 Sheaffer Vacuum-Fill Standard  $225 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Lush Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's sub-brands encompass some beautiful and interesting pens.  Filling mechanisms were tested before hititng the main brand. This one is a primo example of the Vacuum-Fill line and is of the sort often confused for Demonstrator s, which it is not.  Near Mint Barrel Clarity. Plunger filler restored properly (drilled and resealed packing unit, not "pink plugged".

Pen 1965 Sheaffer WASP VACUUM-FIL.  Standard Size. "Screaming Souls in Purgatory" Celluloid.  Silver Pearl  $135
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Slight wear	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: f-m	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 "	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  A quite nice example of a charming cellulloid found in Sheaffer's sub-brand WASP and VACUUM series. During an on-line discussion, a collector suggested the plastic evokes screaming souls in purgatory. Hence the name. Comes in two colos at least two sizes. Decent trim is key.

Pen 2267 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Full Periwinkle  $275 Late 1950's. Canadian. Matching gripping Section.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.2cm	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  Valiant is one of the "tough" Snork colors, along with Mandarin, Fiesta Red, Periwinkle, Peacock and Fern.  This one is very clean. It features two tone conical "Triumph" nib and white dot plastic cap. Generally, for the tougher colors, pens with plastic caps outvalue those with metal caps (not so for the "easy" colors), i guess because folks like to see as much of these special colors as possible. Consider.. the three Snorkel Blues...

Pen 2268 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Mandarin (pumpkin) Orange $250 SOLD
Overall Grade:  User Grade	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  Valiant is one of the "tough" Snork colors, along with Mandarin, Fiesta Red, Periwinkle, Peacock and Fern.  This one is very clean. It features two tone conical "Triumph" nib and white dot plastic cap. Generally, for the tougher colors, pens with plastic caps outvalue those with metal caps (not so for the "easy" colors), i guess because folks like to see as much of these special colors as possible.

Pen 2232F  Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  $80 SOLD Two tone gold Triumph (conical) nib
Overall Grade:  Extra Fine	Metal: extra fine	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-to-XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8"  14.2 cm	PRICE: $80  SOLD
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer's massively successful "51" fighter during the 1950's, produced in an impressive array of colors and trim. This one packs a fine point (as per the Sheaffer code on the nib) that borders on extra-fine. Smooth line with nice ink-flow.  No dings. Couple light marks on the cap. Great imprint. Note "D.E" is stamped on the Sheaffer imprint?! I have several Snorks from disparate sources so stamped.  Not sure what to make of that.  Good daily writer, no doubt.

Pen 2213 Sheaffer Targa. Powder Black  $110 SOLD (note. pen-in--box shown larger than usual scale)
Overall Grade:  NM/Mint-Dipped	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $110
COMMENTS:  Nice clean nearmint pen.Original nib grade chalkmark still on gripping setion. Model sticker with code  1003 still on back of cap. Probably a late 1980's pen. I don't focus on Targas but don't mind when they arrive in newly-acquired collections. They are sound pens. The black powder coat sort of finish on this one gives nice feel in hand.

Pen 2217  Sheaffer Targa. Lined Chrome Finish $125  BROAD NIB  SOLD Pen NOT shown to usual scale.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal:  NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   BROAD	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Clean 1980's-1990's-ish Sehaffer Targa. Classic inlaid nib full  broad and so marked on section.  The lined chrome finish I find appealing.

Pen 2218 Sheaffer Targa Red Laque Swirl  $135 SOLD Pen (comes with Sheaffer Box) not shown to usual scale
Overall Grade:  nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 3/8"  13.6cm	PRICE: $135 SOLD
COMMENTS:  A clean 1980's-1990's-ish Sheaffer Targa. I'm no  a Targa collector, though i seem to be stumbling across more of them all the tiem. The finish on this one  I find very appealing.

Pen 2220 Sheaffer Targa Green Laque Swirl $135 SOLD Near Mint with red sheaffer box tossed in the mix. Pen not shown to usual scale
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine-Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6 cm	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  A clean 1980's-1990's Targa. The swirled finish is appealing. Save for the two in this update, i'd not had chance to handle this pattern before. Of course, i handle few Targas.Nib is responsive, giving a bit under pressure

Pen 2098 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men One)  in high-cachet Gray  $365
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $365
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to com. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim). Gray, a late introduction, is by far the most scarce color.  I've owned three total gray pens, just one in this trim.

Pen 1868  Sheaffer PFM I Snorkel Filler  $225
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  F-M Smooth	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors. A blue PFM-I, this one has the expected white trim and PdAg nib. Otherwise cosmetically sound, a tiny fleabite chit  is noted at very bottom of the turning knob- you can see it in the photo.

Pen 1971 SHEAFFER PFM V Burgundy   $275  SOLD
Overall Grade: VG	Metal: Some dings and brass	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Med	Imprint:  VG	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $275  SOLD
COMMENTS:  The plump nib  on this pen is a major "upgrade" to those collector-users who value pens that have something beyond the usual "fine-medium" point. The plastic on this pen is peachy. The cap has wear. Some brassing at the top edges. A couple small dings and scuffs. Not a presentation piece. But, no fatal flaws and nice full Medium point. Priced down due to cap marks.

Pen 1887 Sheaffer Snorkel. Scarce Color. Vermilion. Nearmint. Chalk Marked. Replacement Nib  $175 SOLD
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: Perfect	Color:  perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:NM open gold	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. A much better color nearmint with barrel chalkmarks an "extrafine" sticker still wrapping the gripping section. Seems this pen once had the scarce "accountants" nib and the chalk marks indicate this ('acct'), so this nib is a replacement nib.

Pen 1952 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman set. Gray. Mint in Box   $125
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint PdAg	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. STATESMAN is a white-dot set, with plasic cap and conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Mint. Stickered. Fills with Water. Perfect. Gray. May not be returned if inked or dipped, but water testing is fine. Does not get much better.

Pen 1889 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral  $95 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $95
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Pastel Green for this one. Nearmint with sticker (nib grade sticker still on gripping section). Just a wisp of ink on water testing.

Pen 2002 Sheaffer Admiral Pastel Blue 1950's  $80 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic:Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Gone	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $80 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Nice Basic Snork. The Snorkel Admiral features an open-style gold nib, non-white dot plasic cap and "Sheaffer's" Clip.  This onie has a semi-flex nib, adding a bit to its charm as a writer.  No manufacturer's imprint present on the barrel.  Pen is unworn and seems not to have been stamped.

Pen 2048 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant in scarce Peacock (not Pastel) Blue    $275
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  F	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  VALIANT was the most expensive plastic-capped Snork. It features a cap with white dot and smooth clip and packs a conical (Triumph) two tone gold nib.  Given that plastic capped pens in the "rare" colors outvalue metal-capped pens, the Valiant with all its high line features, i'd guess is the most valuable Peacock Snork.  Just sweet.

Pen 2078 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  Set Mint-in-Box with Instructions $135  Pastel Green
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. VALIANT is a white-dot model, further upscaled by presence of two-tone gold conical (Triumph) nib. Pastel Green is one of the more common colors, having sold well for a long time. This one is pristine. Might fill. Sac has not been replaced. May not be returned if inked/dipped, though water testing is ok.  Fresh Sac can be installed at your request for $30 additional.

Pen 2061 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Mandarin Orange.    $250  SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  Mandarin Orange resides in  the "tough" category of Snorkel colors. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.  Valient was the most expensive all-plastic pen, featuring a white dot cap and conical (Triumph) nib. Superb condition.

Pen 1827 Sheaffer near-modern all gold-plated Crest. ? 1980's ? $125 SOLD
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  NA	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:Nearnint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer near-modern Crest. All gold-plated. Cartridge/converter (not included) fill. Fine point.

Pen 1514 Sheaffer PFM-V (Pen For Men 5) three piece set   $525 sd
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  see comments.	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Medium	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.375"	PRICE: $525
COMMENTS:   The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. This three piece set features the fountain pen, a ballpoint and pencil.  The fountain pen grades fine+ with a couple specks of brassing on the cap and brassing of the small blind cap's metal bottom plate, probably from tapping on a table. NOTE-Pencil has a crack in the barrel and is tossed in as a user.

Pen 2222 Sheaffer Snorkel Autograph Set. Solid 14k Trim  $300 SOLD Mint-in-Box. Inner and outer box. Unengraved. Superb. Pens not shown to usual scale
Overall Grade:  Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:  Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 14cm	PRICE: $300
COMMENTS:  The second fanciest Snork, behind only the solid gold Masterpiece. This one has hallmarked solid 14k clips and bands. Unlike most, this set has not been engraved.  Mint in box, with nib grade sticker still on pen.  May not be returned if inked or dipped. Original sac works fine with water testing. Fresh sac can be placed if desired for additional $30 and modest shipping delay.

Pen 2212 Sheaffer PFM IV (Pen For Men 4) Nearmint in Box. Black.   $525 SOLD "Mint/Dipped". Fully Ron Zorn restored. Bold chalk marks. Superb. (set in box NOT shown to usual scale)
Overall Grade:  Mint/Dipped	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Perfect	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Med.	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $525
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).   PFM IV is the most scarce trim configuration available on all the colors.  This one is about perfect. When restored a wisp of inky water was noted, indicating the set had been dipped at least once.

Pen 2300 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men One). 1959-1963 $250 SOLD Nearmint. Chalkmarked. Medium nib gives lush Medium+ line
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Lush Medium	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:   The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).   PFM I has plastic cap, white trim, and PdAg white nib. This one is a superb writer, which doesn't hurt

Pen 2223 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3) Blue  $375   SOLD Nearmint. Chalkmarked. Original PFM Box.
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.6cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).  Blue is a better color. This one grades near mint with some of the original chalkmarks still showing. Correct Snorkel box has a gold-tone inlaid nib symbol on the leatherette cover.

Pen 2224 Sheaffer Imperial Sterling Silver Touchdown Set $240 SOLD
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  Exc	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 13/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $240 SOLD
COMMENTS:  One of the niftiest of the Sheaffer Imperial series, featuring the general look of the PFM,  the Touchdown filling system,  and a hefty metal outer structure. Dates probably to late 1960's.

Pen 2295 Sheaffer Imperial Sterling Silver  $235 SOLD Converter Fill. Late 1960's (?)  Very Fine Diamond pattern
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  Fancy Imperials... underappreciated pens.  This one is a great writer. No dings. I left the patina on the silver (i like toning) but can wipe it down and give you bright white metal if you prefer.  Well less common than in the wide-diamond pattern. Converter fill (included)

Pen 2186 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper . Fiesta Red  $240
Overall Grade:  Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.0cm	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  CLIPPER features conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. A top color snork,  Fiesta Red looks like a mildly desaturated Vermilion. Fiesta is one of the 6 high-cachet (and relatively scarce) Snork colors.  The pic turned out a bit orangy, but this one is Fiesta, no worries. Beautiful shape and just serviced by El Zorno.

Pen 2181 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman. Mandarin Orange $250
Overall Grade:  Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium PdAg.	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 5/8" 14.0cm	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:   Mandarin resides amongst the top snorkel colors.  Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.  Valient was the most expensive all-plastic pen, featuring a white dot cap and conical (Triumph) nib. Superb condition

Pen 2192  Sheaffer Snorkel Autograph  $165 Solid 14k Trim.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: smooth Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5.5" 14 cm	PRICE: $165
COMMENTS:  About t Snorks with solid gold trim (Autograph model) present obvious charm to the collector. This one has no engravings. Clean pen. Light overall wear. Correct conical (triumph) two tone gold nib.

Pen 1957 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Set-in-Box with Instructions $225 Desirable Buckskin Tan
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM open gold	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. Buckskin Tan is a "better" color, a pale beige/pink resembling the old Crayola "flesh" color.  Matching gripping section (with black stripe) enhances eye appeal.  instruction sheet stored below pen tray. Lovely set.  ADMIRAL features plastic non-white-dot cap and open style gold nib.

Pen 2050 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Peacock Blue (not Pastel Blue)    $245
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Med	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS: Sentinel packs the two tone, white-dot metal cap and two tone gold conical (Triumph) nib.  Peacock Blue is amongst the very high cachet  colors  found in snorkeldom. Sentinel was the most expensive model to feature this color. Peacock is one of three blue-based colors found amongst the snorks.  This one is Nearmint with remnants of nib-grade stricker  on the gripping section.

Pen 2051 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Fiesta Red   $290 Mint with nib-grade sticker
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $290
COMMENTS:  Fiesta Red is one of the top colors in Snorkeldom. This one is mint with nib-grade sticker on gripping section. Fills with water when tested with original sac. May not be returned if inked or dipped. Fresh sac can be installed for $30 if desired. Fiesta is quite close to Vermilion but is a bit more subtle and desaturated in comparison. A hot wee Snork.

Pen 2062 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Vermilion   $240
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  Vermilion  is amogst the "tough" category of Snorkel colors. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen. This one has a matching gripping section, too.   ADMIRAL features plastic non-white dot cap and open gold nib. Superb condition.

Pen 1828 Sheaffer Targa Matte Black finish. Near Mint Stickered. Probably late 1980's   $80
Overall Grade: NM	Metal: Exc	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Fine	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5.5"	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  A Nice ol' Targa with price sticker (not showing) on opposite side of clip. Fine point, inlaid nib.  Pretty pen. Cartridge/converter fill (not provided)

Pen 2199 Sheaffer Touchdown "Forest Green" Late 1940's $125
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/4" 13.2cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  The Touchdown and later Snorkel went head to head with Parker's "51". This color is a bit lighter than the Forest Green of the "51". the pen is fatter. Offhand i don'tknow the model name. Probably Sovereign or Sentinel or something similar.  Nijce writer.

Pen 1870 Sheaffer PFM III in Jet Black. Snorkel Filler True Broad Stub/Italic Nib  $370 SOLD Monster Nib Alert
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Broad Stub/Italic	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: 370
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors. This one is a PFM iiI-  with the expected gold-filled  trim and Solid Gold nib. Yes, and it has a Broad true stub (nearly italic) nib.  Scarce nib.

Pen 2099 Sheaffer PFM 1 (Pen For Men 1). Jet Black $245 Wahhhh... My user pen from the hospital for nearly a year.
Overall Grade:  Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Medium+	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).   The PFM I features  PdAg nib and white trim.   This one packs a medium+ nib and writes a wet line. This one became my regular user for nearly a year. Fun pen.

Pen 2190 Sheaffer PFM I (pen for men 1) Burgundy  $270 MINT with original Chalkmarks. Unrestored (can be restored on request)
Overall Grade:  MINT	Metal: Mint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: MINT	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $270
COMMENTS:  The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to come. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).   The PFM I features  PdAg nib and white trim. This one is in mint condition. Has not met ink. Has part of original chalkmarks on it. May not be returned if inked or dipped. If you would like it sacced and functioning, please add $30 to price and give me week or so to have the work done.

Pen 1989 Sheaffer PFM II  Black. 1959-63  $245
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: exc*	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  Clean PFM with nice very fine point. Of note, the cap is  free of dings, but as the initial frost had faded, i did have it lightly refrosted.  Correct PdAg inlaid nib.

Pen 1693 Sheaffer Balance Lifetime Standard/1000/Statesman. Lever Filler Striped Green Celluloid 1938-1941.  $185
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim: Excellent	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition:Exc	Threads:  Perfect.	Clarity: Mild red
Point: Med	Imprint:   Exc	Size:   5.5"	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted similar niches during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. Call it Standard, Fat Standard, Slender OS, "1000" or eventually, Statesman, it is a fairly hefty pen. This model originally was priced the same as the oversized model, and is a wee bit thinner. A rock solid pen for he who wishes a nice Balance.

Pen 1696 Sheaffer Balance Standard Jet Black "Statesman/1000" Late 1930's Plunger Filler. Restored. Nice clarity. Smooth Medium+ nib  $100
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  CLEAN		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  Quite Nice
Point: Medium+	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.3/8"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:    Plunger-fill Balances generally underprice leverl fillers, due to challenges in restoring this style.  This one had proper restoration (no pink plugs) with a drill out of the packing unit, placement of new seal and resealing of front panel.  Only flaw of sorts is wee bit of blind cap misalignment.  A particularly smooth writer with plump iridium.

Pen 1927 Sheaffer 46 Special "Coral Red" Celluloid Flat-Top  $240
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: 240
COMMENTS:  An all-correct mid-1920's Sheaffer in the Coral Red celluloid that looks disturbingly Duofold-like. A clean pen with great trim and imprint.  Amongst the plastic flat-top pens, orange is well less commonly seen than are black, black/pearl and jade. They also are more scarce than orange pens by Parker. It is noted that this one is NOT a 3-25. Rather it is a "46 Special", believed to represent the transition period when red Hard Rubber gave way to celluloid orange pens, but before the model was renamed 2-35 in its first catalog appearance as a plastic pen.  Cap is not marked 3-25. Barrel bottom has a "D", with letters cropping up on early pens such as this.  Nib of course is a 46-special   This one is quite clean, with only a wee bit of  clip-ball brassing  keeping the trim from perfection.

Pen 1846 Sheaffer Oversized Flat Top Set. Probably  mid-late 1930's Jade Green Celluloid. Excellent Color.  $395
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Lush Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $395
COMMENTS:  Jade is one of the colors most predisposed to discoloration and whose value is most impacted by that process.  This "late" flat-top (last catalogued around 1929, but perhaps produced as late as the late 1930's) features what is believed to be a later and perhaps inherently more stable jade celluloid. The color on this one is very nice, approaching the color of the other jade flat-top offered in this website update. The trim overall is clean, noting a 2mm band of brassing running from top to bottom of the cap-band (not shown in the pic- THAT dark band is just my usual shadow, generated by the light tent)  Matching pencil is included, which has specks of brassing and occasional pin dings to the metal.

Pen 2159 Sheaffer Balance oversized. 1937-41 $375 An Excellent El Zorno restoration
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Ex	Threads:  perfect	clarity:   NA
Point:   fine-med Smoothy	Imprint:  Exc	Size:  5 9/16th"   13.8cm	PRICE: $375
COMMENTS:    Following the Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen.  So many colors and varieties.  This one is a very clean lever-fill oversized model in striated Marine Green.  One speck of brass on cap-band. Very smooth classic "upturned" sheaffer two tone nib.

Pen 2178 Sheaffer Balance Standard (full size) Marine Green  $170 SOLD
Overall Grade:  ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2" 13.9cm	PRICE: $170  SOLD
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen. This one is a long standard size (full size) in non-white dot trim. Proper two tone nib. great color, trim, imprint. One tiny scratch on barrel from full blown Excellent.

Pen 2191 Sheaffer Balance Lifetime. Long Slender model  $125 SOLD Marine Green Striated Celluloid. 1937-1941
Overall Grade:  Exc-NM	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Nearmint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/2" 14.0cm	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:  Following Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen.  This one is the $8.75 Lifetime model that eventually would be named Statesman. Very clean exampe

Pen 2145 Sheaffer Flat-Top Senior (oversized pen)  $235 Black and Pearl Celluloid ~ 1928
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Trace clip ball brassing	Color:  Very Good	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: fine-medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"  13.6cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:  A nice clean flat-topp Sheaffer, with respectable color, more ambered than some, but less ambered than most :-)

Pen 1959 Sheaffer large solid-gold trimmed  AUTOGRAPH Triumph-Nib   $225 Solid 14k Gold Cap-band and CLip
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone Triumph	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS: A significant set, as large Autograph level pens (mid-late 1940's) don't crop up often. Lever filling system is an added bonus.  The clips and cap-bands are hallmarked 14k.  Pencil appears to be mint. Nice original gift box. Superb set. I'm tempted to hang on to this one.

 

Pen 1277 Sheaffer Flat Top Gold Filled. ~ early 1920's   Flex nib $160
Overall Grade: Good	Trim:  Brassing to clip ball, lever and barrel bottom. Some scratches in clip. Few pin marks and light dings.	Color:  NT	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: EXC #3 Sheaffer Self-Filler	Threads:  Closes occasionally a hair off center.	NOTE Clip has 1-2 mm of play or movement.
Point: Fine Full Flex	Imprint:   Fine-Exc	Size: 5" by 3/8"	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS:  Early metal overlay sheaffers are not common, relative to Wahl and Waterman pens. This one is worn but is not a disaster. In crisp shape a $500-600 pen, it is priced down due to the cited flaws. An affordable user.  Nice writer.  $160

Pen 2149 Sheaffer Balance Oversized  ~ 1939. Wide-WIndow Transparency  $435 High-Flex Nib (Monster Nib Alert!)
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:   XF High Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $435
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Balance is my most collected pen.  So many colors and varieties.  This one is a very clean plunger-fill oversized model in striated Marine Green. The nib is about the most flexible i've seen in a big Balance. The barrel transparency is done in the less common dual-wide-window (vs lines all around the pen) and in fact the picture underestimates the barrel clarity which is quite nice.  The funky transparency and the quite flexible nib  make for a nifty pen.

Pen 2079  Sheaffer Balance OS "gray/black" Gray Pearl 1935 $525 SOLD
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: capband brassing 70%	Color:  Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: perfect	clarity:  Exc Amber	Plastic:  Exc
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $525 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Uncommon color. First of the catalogued plunger-fill Sheaffers. Nice clarity to barrel. Decent overall color. Ron Zorn proper plunger restoration.

Pen 2080 Sheaffer Balance OS  Carmine Red Plunger Filler $525 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extrafine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $525 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Carmine OS Balances are  not so common. This one has grand eye appeal. Proper plunger fill restoration by Ron Meloche

Pen 2081 Sheaffer Balance OS Marine Green Striped.   $350 SOLD
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads:  perfect	clarity:  Perfect	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $350 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Excellent pen with nice color, etc.

Pen 2082 Sheaffer Balance OS Golden Pearl. $495  Sold High Flex Nib. Uncommon in Balance
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Flex Medium	Imprint: Exc	Size:  5 1/2"	PRICE: $495 SOLD
COMMENTS:  Flex nibs are uncommon amongst Sheaffer pens.  This one is high flex. A "special nib"

Pen 1676 Sheaffer Balance Roseglow Stubby Standard Set. 1937 Canadian. Unusual size/trim configuration   $325
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  Exc+	Color:  Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib shape: clean twotone	Threads:  Perfect
Point: Fine.	Imprint:   Razor Sharp	Size:  4 3/4" by 1/2"	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  On the whole, Roseglow is the Balance color  today of greatest value and of highest cachet. Most sizes seem to have been produced just a year or so, vs 5 years for other striped colors. This set packs some unusual features. The size is a known but uncatalogued  (at least in these later "striped" colors) Stubby Standard model. It is well fatter than all the ladies' and junior level pens, and indeed will thread the cap from the long standard $10 Lifetime pens. It is... uncommon. Further, this set is Canadian in origin and as such has a clip not seen on USA-made striped Balances, the so-called humped-ball clip with Sheaffer markings. USA-made pens by this era feature the unmarked radius clip.  This set just pops... clean as the proverbial whistle. I collect Roseglow and have probably 20 variants in my collection.

 

Pen 1689 Sheaffer Balance Oversized Set in Box 1937-1941 Golden Pearl Striped Celluloid   $445
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Couple specks of brassing at bottom of band		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  Exc
Point: Medium	Imprint:   Excellent	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $445
COMMENTS:    The Big Boy of Sheafferdom. Great color. Very smooth writer. Pencil works and grades nearmint.

Pen 1697-1 Sheaffer Oversized Balance Jet Black Celluloid Radius Clip  Late 1930's  $235
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  no brass.		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Thread:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS:     The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens. Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance. The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price.   A clean, classic pen, with monotone Sheaffer Lifetime nib.

Pen 1698-2 Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Black Celluloid Radius Clip Late 1930's  $215
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   Exc	Size: 5.5"	PRICE: $$215
COMMENTS:    The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens.  Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance. The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price.   Scattered very light marks can be seen on the plastic  It packs a smooth monotone LIfetime Sheaffer nib.

Pen 1702-6 Sheaffer Balance Oversized Radius Clip. Late 1930's  $215
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Trim:  Exc	Plastic: Extra Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point:  Medium	Imprint:   Fine	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:    The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens.  Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance.The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price.   Smooth Medium point. Scattered very light marks on the plastic.

Pen 2101 PFM V (Pen For Men Five)  Burgundy $235
Overall Grade: VG	Metal: VG	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   XF-F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8" 13.5cm	PRICE: $235
COMMENTS: The "Fat Snorkel" PFM really was the last of the oversized FP's from American companies for decades to com. Wahl was gone. Waterman was gone from the USA. Parker had the 51, 61 and other thin pens.  PFM comes in 5 colors and 5 core trim levels (Black offers a 6th trim).  The "V" is the fanciest trim available on all colors save black. This one will make a nice user. No fatl flaws it has com cap brassing and couple cap scuffs showing brass. There is  chip in the white dot.  Fully restored and writing a smooth wet Fine-XF line, it offers an affordable PFM V, with couple hundred knocked off the price of "excellent".

Pen 2074 Sheaffer PFM II (Pen For Men 2). Green. 1959-63  $275 In PFM Box with Instructions
Overall Grade: Excellent	Metal: Exc	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  Gray is the most scarce color and whilst Blue often is cited as second least common, i find that Green is more difficult to encounter.  This is the only Green "II" i've owned. Terrific condition. The PFM Box  is in brown leatherette with a nifty touch- a gold town inlaid nib symbol on top.

Pen 1872 Sheaffer PFM III. Snorkel Filler. Burgundy.  $315
Overall Grade: Exc+	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine-Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $315
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a Burgundy PFM III with gold filled trim and solid gold nib. A quite smooth wet-writing fine-medium point enhances the package.

Pen 2052 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3). Burgundy 1959-63   $315
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	clutch:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $315
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  This one is clean and writes quite nicely.

Pen 1978df  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  Buckskin Tan (Pink) Broad Semi-Flex Two-tone Gold Triumph Nib  $185 Special Nib alert
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: Med-Broad Semi-Flex	Imprint:  Exc	Size:5 3/8"	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:   A reet sweet Snork. Buckskin Tan is a mid-level color, well more uncommon than the entry-level colors. The nib is a one-in-a-hundred. Probably full broad, i call it med-broad to err on the conservative side. AND, it is semi-flex.  Grand Pen

Pen 2055 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Mandarin Orange    $245
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  M	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  Mandarin resides amongst the top snorkel colors.  Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen.  Valient was the most expensive all-plastic pen, featuring a white dot cap and conical (Triumph) nib. Superb condition.

Pen 2058 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel. Periwinkle   $225
Overall Grade:  Fine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Few light marks
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Gone	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  SENTINEL packs a white-dot metal two-tone cap and two-tone gold conical (Triumph) nib. Periwinkle is one of the top  two or three colors in Snorkeldom and should not be confused with the common Pastel Blue or with the also scarce Peacock Blue. This one is a sound example but hardly superb.  The imprint- unless it was never stamped, is gone from the barel. There is bit of a posting mark at back of barrel, from the metal cap. Couple light marks are found on the plastic. Still, a verrrrry tough to find Snork.

Pen 1333 Sheaffer Legacy (Modern Pen) Burgundy with brushed GF cap $185 MINT BOXED MODERN
Overall Grade: MINT IN BOX	Trim:  perfect	Color:  Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: MINT	Threads:  clutch works fine	Transparency:  NA	Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Fine	Imprint:   NA		PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  Sheaffer Legacy (Legacy II) , a near-modern hefty Sheaffer done in the style of Sheaffer's twenty+-year older PFM series. Touchdown self-filling

Pen 1705 Sheaffer PFM IV Snorkel-Fill Burgundy $450 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  clean		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Fine	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5 1/4"	PRICE: $450 SOLD
COMMENTS:    PFM... the "fat" Snorkel.  1959-1963 production in five colors with five trim levels as well as the only-in-black Autograph, 26 catalogued pens can be collected. PFM IV is the most uncommon  of the 5 trim levels available in all colors.

Pen 1866 Sheaffer PFM III Snorkel Filler Uncommon in blue. Gold Filled Trim and Gold Nib  $325
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    Na
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  Nearmint	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a Blue PFM III with gold filled trim and solid gold nib. A quite smooth extra-fine point only improves the package.

Pen 2025 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men 1) Burgundy    $255
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $255
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year. This one is a clean Burgundy and writes quite nicely.

Pen 2014 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3) Navy Blue   $325 Medium+ Point
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic:
Point:  Medium+	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. Usually nice writers, these are a terrific choice for he who seeks a big gripping area. The tapered shell and lack of a step-off allow for very comfortable writing. Indeed, A black PFM II that i once had on the site for sale, became my regular user at work and has been so now for probably a year.  The PFM has five trim levels found in all five colors.  This one is a Blue PFM III with gold filled trim and solid gold nib

Pen 1519 Sheaffer PFM V (Pen for Men 5) Navy Blue  $425
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  no brass. one tiny shallow cap  pin ding		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  4.125"	PRICE: $425
COMMENTS:    The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The "V" features a gold-fillec cap and blindcap plate and a solid gold nib. Blue is second in cachet only to gray.

Pen 1449 Sheaffer Imperial Goldfilled. $155
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect Clutch		Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Fine-Med. Smooth	Imprint:   Perfect	Size: 5  1/4"	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS:  One of the niftiest of the Sheaffer Imperial series, featuring the general look of the PFM, an aerometric filling unit and a hefty metal outer structure. Dates probably to late 1960's.

Pen 2073 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman PEACOCK (not Pastel) Blue $325 Mint In Box
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $325
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. STATESMAN is a white-dot model and features a tubular (Triumph) PdAg nib. Peacock Blue resides by the top end of the color hierarchy in Snorkeldom. Perhaps Fern and Periwinkle have more cachet.  This one is mint with price tag and with nib-grade sticker in place. Instricution sheet included. Might fill, but has not been resaced. May not be returned if inked or dipped. Water testing is fine. If you wish a fresh sac, one can be installed prior to shipping for $30.

Pen 1953 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Set Mint In Box  $135 ON HOLD Pastel Green
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Mint	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Mint
Point:  Fine PdAg	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $135
COMMENTS: The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. CLIPPER features white-dot metal cap and conical (Triumph) PdAg nib. Mint. Stickered. Fills with Water. Perfect. Gray. May not be returned if inked or dipped, but water testing is fine. Does not get much better.

Pen 1977df Sheaffer Snorkel Crest. Burgundy with GF Cap  $115
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: One pin ding	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point: extra fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  One tiny ding at very top of pen.  Couple marks at bottom   of cap. Ultra-Fine two-tone Triumph-style two tone gold  nib. The Crest variant was one of the more expensive Snorks at time of issue.

Pen 1979df   a Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  in Pastel Green White dot. Two-tone Gold Triumph nib  $100
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Tiny single Brass Speck	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point: Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Nice Snork part of the White-Dot high line series. WIthin that group, this pen is elevated above its sister pen (Statesman) by presence of a two-tone gold Triumph (conical) nib instead of the Statesman's white PdAg nib.  Extra Smooth Fine Point t' boot.

Pen 1983 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral. Gold Open Point.  $70
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $70
COMMENTS:  Admiral initially was  the entry-level Snork, with non-white-dot plastic cap with "Sheaffer's" clip and with solid gold open nib. Later, a similar pen with PdAg nib- the Special- would take over the entry position, underpricing the Admiral.  Reaaalllly fine point on this one.

Pen 1946 Sheaffer Snorkel Statesman  set in Box. Black.  $115
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  The Thin Model (TM) Snorkel introduced in 1952, gave the Parker "51" quite the run for the money. These two competitors dominated the American quality pen scene throughout the 1950's.  The Snorkel's filling mechanism in 1959 would find its way into the big Sheaffer PFM series. This one features a very smooth writing white dot pen in black with PdAg  triumph nib. Case and instructions included. Sweet.

Pen 1996 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant  1950's  $90
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: extrafine	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:  The Valiant packs a white dot plastic cap and two tone gold conical Triumph nib.

Pen 1997 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel  1950's Black $100
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $100
COMMENTS:  Sentinel features metal two tone white dot cap and conical (Triumph) two tone gold nib. This one is in nice shape noting some plating loss on the two tone nib.

Pen 2003  Sheaffer  Snorkel Statesman Black   $90   Neat Nib Alert- XF/ACCT sort of point.
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Ultrafine	Imprint:  Light	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $90
COMMENTS:  The Stateman is the entry point to the white-dot line of Snorks.  Smooth clip, plastic cap and PdAg conical (triumph) nib are the features.  A super-fine nib that is smooth gives this one a not-so-common writing point.

Pen 2008 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper Gray 1950's    $105
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $105
COMMENTS:  CLIPPER packs a white dot metal cap and PdAg conical (Triumph) nib. Very smooth fine point on this one.

Pen 2019 Sheaffer Snorkel Clipper. Pastel Green   $115   Mint Double Sticker. Medium Point
Overall Grade: Mint	Metal: Mint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Mint	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Mint	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $115
COMMENTS:  CLIPPER features the proper white-dot metal cap and PdAg conical (Triumph) nib. This one is pristine.

Pen 2045 Sheaffer Snorkel Admiral Set. Vermilion. 1950's. Nearmint    $240
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  F	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $240
COMMENTS:  ADMIRAL features matching plastic cap without white dot, "Sheaffer's" clip and open gold nib. Vermilion falls firmly into the "tough" color category for Snorks. A blinding fire-engine red, it also features matching color for the gripping section. The pen grades nearmint as it has met ink. the pencil appears to be mint.  Sweet set.

Pen 2054  Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant Set  in FERN (not Pastel, not Sage) Green   $340
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Perfect	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  F	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $340
COMMENTS:   Fern Green is the most scarce plastic in SnorkeldomWhilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen. Ttis one is a Valiant, with matching cap, white dot, smooth clip and two tone gold nib, the most expensive model with plastic cap, It has the matching color gripping section, too. It is the highest level all-plastic snork in the most rare color.   The pen is nearmint (met ink, otherwise perfect). The pencil is perfect mint.

Pen 2059 Sheaffer Snorkel Sentinel Mandarin Orange   $190  SOLD
Overall Grade: Fine	Metal: VG	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic:
Point:  XF	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $190
COMMENTS:  Sentinel packs a white-dot metal cap and a two-tone, gold, conical (Triumph) nib.  Mandarin is one of the top colors in Snorkeldom. The plastic (key part) is excellent in all respects. The cap has some wear. Brassing can be seen as per the picture. Hmmm. Might just have to grab a better cap for this one and re-list 'er. Mandarin is a tough color amongst Snorks.

Pen 2060 Sheaffer Snorkel Valiant. Periwinkle   $265
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads: perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic:
Point:  Med	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $265
COMMENTS: Periwinkle resides in the top couple colors found in Snorkeldom. Whilst generally metal-capped Snorks tend to outvalue plastic caps (indeed, they outpriced similar plastic capped models at time of release), for the "tough" colors the plastic capped pens seem to pull greater demand, perhaps due to the charm of finding a given tough color on both parts of the pen. This one is a Valiant, with matching cap, white dot, smooth clip and two tone gold nib, the most expensive model with plastic cap. This one even has matching plastic for the gripping section. Superb pen in great shape.

Pen 1687 Sheaffer Flat Top Oversized Black-and-Pearl   $340 SOLD Nearmint Condition with Excellent Color
Overall Grade: NM	Trim:  Perfect	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect		PLASTIC:  Clean
Point: Fine Firm	Imprint:   Razor Sharp	Size:  5 3/8"	PRICE: $340 SOLD
COMMENTS:   I collect Sheaffer pens and am quite fond of them. Generally featuring rock-solid construction, they nonetheless are at risk- in certain celluloid colors- for discoloration. Finding clean Jade and clean Black-and-Pearl can take some doing. This one hits the mark. All correct with White Dot on top of cap and with Lifetime nib, the perfect trim and very clean color contribute to its charm. Most certainly not your typical Flat-Top Sheaffer.

Pen 1691 Sheaffer Flat Top  White-Dot/Lifetime Oversize Superb Jade Color   $395
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA	Plastic: Personal name in barrel in small letters
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5 3/8"	PRICE: $395
COMMENTS:    Jade is notorious for the presence of discoloration, one reason the typical jade pen underprices other colors. This one has superb color and is a verrrry clean pen. The barrel has a personalization (personal name) stamped in small neat letters, "george shaw". So superficial is this name, i could heat and polish it with no trace remaining. But, why take risk with a very special pen.

Pen 1838 Sheaffer Oversized Flat Top Set. Jet Black Celluloid.  Probably  1930's   $250
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:   Medium	Imprint:  Near Mint	Size: 5 5/16"	PRICE: $250
COMMENTS:  The pen trim is perfect at cap-band and clip. There are a couple scratches to the lever. The Pencil shows some brassing on clip-ball and at very top of clip.  Pen has very clean plastic.  A nice large Sheaffer set, all told.

Pen 1678 Sheaffer Balance Set  Stubby Standard Pen with Standard Pencil   $275   Gray-with-Red-Veins Celluloid. Better color. Uncommon size. Early-Mid 1930's
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Trim:  Perfect	Color: Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc*	ThreadsPerfect	Clarity  NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   Razor Sharp	Size:  4 3/4" by 1/2"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:   Gray with Red Veins is a high cachet color in the Sheaffer universe. Often discolored- even crazed-  and  at risk for hairline cap-lip cracks, finding clean specimens is a nontrivial venture.  This is a clean pair. Color is perfect. Trim is perfect. Imprint is perfect.  It is noted that the correct size, twotone,   *Lifetime-style Sheaffer nib is from a bit later era and marked not "Lifetime", "Feather Touch", or "5-30"  but is marked "14k". Gray-Red can be found in at least two evolutionary clip styles. This one packs the  earlier humped ball clip. The pencil is a full standard size. I'm not sure i've seen a Stubby Standard pencil in this color, but if there is one, then you've grabbed a bigger pencil with this pair than would be found in a perhaps-correct "set".

 

Pen 1682 Sheaffer Balance Standard "5-30" 1929-1930.    $275 Superb Jade Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Exc	Color:  Superb	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Plastic:  Clean
Point: Medium	Imprint:  Razor Sharp	Size:  5 1/4"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:  Jade was one of the three original colors found in the Balance line. Featuring a "Long Humped Clip", short gripping section and "5-30" nib, this one dates to the first year or so of production. In super condition with just the bit of nearly inevitable clip-ball brassing. Jade is notorious for the presence of discoloration, one reason the typical jade pen underprices other colors, such as Roseglow. The occasional pen free of discoloration is cherished. This one has superb color. So... cherish it already!

Pen 1683 Sheaffer Balance Oversized $375 SOLD Marine Green Marble Celluloid
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim: Perfect	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  perfect	Plastic:    Clean
Point: fine-med	Imprint:  perfect	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $375 SOLD
COMMENTS:  One of the first three colors found in the 1929-1941 Balance series, OS pens with clean trim and excellent color are not at all common. This one pops. Razor imprint. Clean trim. No cracks/crazing.  Thhis early pen features the "early" short gripping section and monotone Sheaffer Lifetime nib.  Collector-grade all the way.

Pen 1684  Sheaffer Balance AUTOGRAPH (solid 14k clip and cap-band) Oversized Marine Green Marble Celluloid   $525 SOLD
Overall Grade: ExtraFine	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Plastic:  Clean	Plastic: Perfect
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   Complete	Size:  5 1/2"	PRICE: $525
COMMENTS:   AUTOGRAPH is Sheaffer's term for upscale pens packing solid 14k gold extra-wide cap-band and clip.  Priced around $20 when typical OS Balances cost <$10, this was big purchase during the Great Depression. The vast majority of Autographs are black.  This rather uncommon Balance happily also is quite clean. Great color and trim. No crazing or cracks. Perfect threads.  It is kept from formal excellent-nearmint by a tiny mark on the white dot and mildy light (but full and complete) barrel imprint.  Cool Balance.

 

Pen 1841 Sheaffer Oversized Balance. Golden Pearl Celluloid   $275 SOLD
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Metal: Extra Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Lush Medium+	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $275  SOLD
COMMENTS:  BIg Balances are one of my favorite vintage pens. Have a bunch in the collection and grab them for sale when i can. This one has a very plump iridium blob, writing a medium-to-broad line. Obviously, the barrel has been name stamped.

Pen 1915 Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Silver Pearl  1947-41 A first year all correct "long" Major  $245
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Clip Replated	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Lush Medium	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:  Excellent color and imprint. Sweet wet medium nib. Trace brass to cap-band. Clean cap-band and lever.  The clip had disproportionate scratching, pitting and brassing, so i asked Daniel Kirchheimer to do has magic, and after greater-than-usual preparation work (per Daniel), the clip was very nicely plated to match the trim on the rest of the pen. Very pretty pen without the usual ambering seen on silver-pearl.  Great writer.

Pen 1688 Sheaffer Balance Standard (Statesman) Lifetime  $125 Let Black Celluloid. 1937-1940
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  No dings. No brassing		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Plastic  Clean
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $125
COMMENTS:    A clean black Balance in the size below Oversize. Around 1938 acquired the "1000" imprint representing its $10 retail price. Catalogues began to call this model the Statesman years after the Balance first had appeared.

Pen 1688-A Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Medium-Broad Nib $345 Golden Striped Celluloid. Monster Nib Alert
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads:  Perfect	Plastic  Couple tiny toothmarks, one at cap-lip
Point: Medium-Broad	Imprint:   Razor Sharp	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $345
COMMENTS:   Clean overall look with uncommonly plump writing point.  Excellent condition. The OS Balance in Brown first is noted in the 1937 catalogue. It would acquire the "1000" barrel mark representing its $10 retail price around 1938 and would gain the name Premier.  This one has a not-so-wee gem of a nib, on the cusp of full broad. The most plump OS Balance nib i've handled during last couple years.

Pen 1692 Sheaffer Balance Lifetime Standard/1000/Statesman. Lever Filler Striped Green Celluloid 1938-1941  $185
Overall Grade:  Exc	Trim:  Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads: Perfect	Metal: No dings
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $185
COMMENTS:  Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted a  similar niche during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This model  originally was priced the same as the oversized model, and is a wee bit thinner. Call it Standard, Fat Standard, Slender OS, "1000" or eventually, Statesman, it is a fairly hefty pen.  A rock solid pen for he who wishes a nice Balance.

Pen 1695 Sheaffer OS Balance Jade Green Early STyle. Excellent Color. Hairline (eep!) in cap-lip   $150 SOLD
Overall Grade: User	Trim:  Very clean		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Clarity:  NA
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Exc	Size:  5 3/4"	PRICE: $150 SOLD
COMMENTS:   The Big Boy. Extra Long first year style. Verrrry nice color. Cursed by a not uncommon hairline in cap-lip. This one has not had its sac replaced.

Pen 2018 Sheaffer Balance Carmine Red Slender Model $150 #3 nib and "350" Price Stamp places it just below the Feather Touch line
Overall Grade: Nearmint	Metal: NM	Color:  NM	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	Plastic: Perfect
Point:  XF-F	Imprint:  NM	Size: 5 1/2"	PRICE: $150
COMMENTS:  Carmine slots just below roseglow on the cachet scale for the 1936-1941 striped Balances. This one is gorgeous.

Pen 1700-5 Sheaffer Balance Oversized Radius Clip late 1930's  $220
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Exc	Plastic: Extra Fine	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	Clarity:  NA
Point: Fine-Med	Imprint:   exc	Size: 5.5"	PRICE: $220
COMMENTS:   The Sheaffer OS Balance is one of Vacumania's bread and butter vintage pens. Available in a plethora of colors, Black is the most stable color and of course represents a certain conservative elegance.  The OS Balance  represents the ideal mix of large size, top quality manufacture, vintage look, big name and relatively affordable price.   A very smooth wet-writing classic upturned Sheaffer twotone lifetime nib rounds out the package.

Pen 1704 Sheaffer Triumph Nib Autograph Solid Gold cap-band Plunger Fill. Fully restored.   $85
Overall Grade: Extra Fine	Trim:  superb		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Ex	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Med+	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  4 3/4"	PRICE: $85
COMMENTS:    Early-mid 1940's, Autograph trim is not so common on this celluloid series. This one has the hallmarked 14k gold band and a gold-filled clip ( a mix that is catalogued at various times). Fully restored with the proper technique (no pink plugs jammed up the front), this one packs an smooth fine point. The only negative is the presence of slight wiggle to the clip

Pen 1858 Sheaffer Standard Balance (Lifetime. 1st Tier) Golden Pearl Celluloid. Broad- Double Broad NIB. Name in Barrel   $175 Monster Nib Alert
Overall ExtraFine	Metal: Trace Edge Brass	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA	barrel is personalized
Point:  B-BB	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $175
COMMENTS:   Following the Parker Vacumatic, Sheaffer Balance sees the largest representation in my own collection. Those two series targetted a  similar niche during the 1930's and were in fierce competition. This model  originally was priced the same as the oversized model, and is a wee bit thinner. Call it Standard, Fat Standard, Slender OS, "1000" or eventually, Statesman, it is a fairly hefty pen.  A rock solid pen for he who wishes a nice Balance. This one packs a monster nib- a broad to double broad upturned (sheaffer does that) smooth wet writer. The chunkiest iridium i've seen on any Sheaffer Balance, not to say others might not have chunkier, of course :-)  The pen is personalized  C F Mc Paniel" on the barrel which drops the cost a bit. Otherwise, this nib in this pen would be asking a bit more.

Pen 1808 Sheaffer's WASP CLIPPER. King of the WASPS: Oversized Ebonized Pearl  $375 SOLD
Overall Grade: Exc	Metal: Exc	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    Exc
Point:  Fine	Imprint:  Exc	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $375 SOLD
COMMENTS:  The king of the WASPS. Sheaffer's sub-brand pen derived from the Ebonized Pearl Sheaffer Balance Oversized. Uncommon in general and very uncommonin primo condition.

Pen 1959 Sheaffer large solid-gold trimmed  AUTOGRAPH Triumph-Nib   $225 Solid 14k Gold Cap-band and CLip
Overall Grade: Nermint	Metal: Nearmint	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc 2-tone Triumph	Threads:  perfect	clarity:    NA
Point:  Extra Fine	Imprint:  Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS: A significant set, as large Autograph level pens (mid-late 1940's) don't crop up often. Lever filling system is an added bonus.  The clips and cap-bands are hallmarked 14k.  Pencil appears to be mint. Nice original gift box. Superb set. I'm tempted to hang on to this one.

 

Pen 1169 Sheaffer 1932-ish Blue-Black Marble Stubby Balance.   $80 from Vacumania's Basement- Unrestored (needs sac)
Overall Grade: User Grade. HAIRLINE cap-lip crack. (tight line). Otherwise FINE	Trim:  EXC	Color:  cap-excellent. Barrel, blue is evenly , modestly  discolored	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: EXC	Threads:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA	Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Fine	Imprint:   Razor Sharp	Size:  short vest pocket model	PRICE: $80
COMMENTS:  The Blue-Black Balance is rife with myth and lore. The pen comes in two sizes, both with same diameter. This one is the smaller size- a stubby vestpocket model. It is unrestored.  UNRESTORED from Vacumania's Basement. This will make a pretty user at affordable price, once re-saced

Pen 1449 Sheaffer Imperial Goldfilled. $155
Overall Grade: Exc+	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect Clutch		Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Fine-Med. Smooth	Imprint:   Perfect	Size: 5  1/4"	PRICE: $155
COMMENTS:  One of the niftiest of the Sheaffer Imperial series, featuring the general look of the PFM, an aerometric filling unit and a hefty metal outer structure. Dates probably to late 1960's.

.Pen 1418 Sheaffer Balance OS first style. ~1929 $215
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  15%capband brass	Color:  I've seen worse!	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:   perfect	Transparency:  na	Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Smooooth fine	Imprint:   Fine	Size:  5 3/4"!  by 9/16h"	PRICE: $215
COMMENTS:  An uncracked, freshly RonZorned (new sac and nib smoothened)  wets fine point nice writing example of the largest Sheaffer Balance. Later OS pens were shorter. Will make a very decent daily writer with no fatal flaws but with some honest wear.

Pen 1454 Sheaffer Balance oversized. Autograph- solid gold trim. MId 1930's. $310
Overall Grade:  Fine	Trim:  Fine	Color:  Exc	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Excellent	Threads:  Perfect cap threads.		Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: Medium Smooth	Imprint:   VG	Size:  5 1/2" by 9/16th"	PRICE: $310
COMMENTS:  The Sheaffer Autograph solid gold cap-band and clip) cost $25 at time when similar non-Autograph OS's ran $8.75-10. An upscale Balance.

Pen 1480  Sheaffer Balance "Autograph" Solid gold cap trim   $260
Overall Grade: VG	Metal: VG	Color:  Perfect	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Threads:  Perfect	clarity:  Perfect section
Point: MEDIUM Two Tone	Imprint:   VG	Size:  5.5"	PRICE: $260
COMMENTS:   The Sheaffer Autograph solid gold cap-band and clip) cost $25 at time when similar non-Autograph OS's ran $8.75-10. An upscale Balance. A bit of roughness ot the lower edge of the solid gold cap-band and some marks on the cap lip.  Nice writer.

Pen 1582 Sheaffer PFM III  $275
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  Exc		CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch:  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size: 5 3/8"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:    The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The "III" features a gold filled trim and a  solid gold nib. Solid writers, one like this has been my regular user for months.

Pen 1158 Sheaffer PFM (Pen For Men) II. 1959-63.  Blue. Australian.  Snorkel fill $225
Overall Grade: XF	Trim:  no dings.	Color:  Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Fine-XF c	Threads:  clutch works properly.	Transparency:  NA	Click if link is hot, for more info
Point: XF-F	Imprint:   NA	Size:  The oversized Snorkel	PRICE: $225
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism.  The PFM-II offers nice balance (no pun intended) between features and value. It has styling cues evoking the higher line PFM IV and V, but has a cap of white metal and PdAg nib, instead of the gold nib and gold nib/GF-cap found on those pricier models, respectively.  A nice fine-medium point. Wet writer. Pretty pen. This is an Australian production (or import?) piece.  Blue is the second most valuable color.

Pen 1515 Sheaffer PFM I (Pen For Men 1) Jet Black Med-Broad nib. wet smooth writer  $245.
Overall Grade: Exc	Trim:  Exc	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Medium+ smooth	Imprint:   Perfect	Size: 5.375"	PRICE: $245
COMMENTS:   The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The PFM I features white trim and a Palladium-Silver nib. This is a gem of a writer and has been hanging with me at the hospital for the last couple weeks. A sweet wet medium+ nib.

Pen 1516 Sheaffer PFM III (Pen For Men 3).  $275
Overall Grade: Fine	Trim:  Exc	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: Exc	Clutch  Perfect	Transparency:  NA
Point: Medium smooth	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5.375"	PRICE: $275
COMMENTS:   The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The PFM III features gold-filled trim and a solid gold inlaid nib.  A smooth medium nib makes for nice writing.

Pen 1458 PFM IV "Pen For Men style 4" $450
Overall Grade: Excellent	Trim:  Excellent	Color:  Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Clutch  Perfect
Point: Fine. Smooth	Imprint:   Excellent	Size:  5.375"	PRICE: $450.
COMMENTS:  The PFM series is the oversized pen which employed Sheaffer's vaunted snorkel-filling mechanism. The IV is the most scarce trim configuration found in the numbered models, featuring the gold nib seen in models above the II, the goldfill bottom plate seen in the IV and V and a chrome + goldfill cap. Seems folks back considering the fancy models  opted to pay a bit extra to get the model V, causing the  IV to be more scarce now. This one has a sweet fine point. A nice writer that will be available for delivery at the end of August.

Sold Pen 1543 Sheaffer Balance "1000" (Statesman) 1937-41 Carmine Red  $125 SOLD
Overall Grade: VG	Trim:  Clean	Color: Excellent	CLICK FOR LARGER PIC
Nib condition: NM	Threads Perfect function	Clarity  NA	Plastic: Scratch on barrel
Point: Fine firm	Imprint:   Perfect	Size:  5//5"	PRICE: $125 Sold
COMMENTS:   Couple deep scratches. Nice color. Smooth writer.