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VINTAGEMABIE TODD SWAN SELF-FILLER 3161FOUNTAIN PEN~Stunning Pen with Original Intact Paper Sticker & Price Tag ~~ Comes with Swan Paper Gift Box, Certificateand Instruction ~~Gold Trim ~ aSWAN #1 Solid 14ct Gold Nib~ Circa1930s~~New Ink Sac Fitted, Serviced,EXCELLENT MINTY Overall Condition~
SUMMARY
Up here is a vintage Mabie Todd Swan SELF-FILLER 3161fountain pen, which was manufactured inEngland circa 1930s. This is anice example ofSwan model, in royal black with gold trim. The pen is in EXCELLENT MINTY CONDITION, pretty glossy pen, with intact original sticker and price tag on the cap, reads \'MEDIUM 21\'- SWANPurchase Tax 7/-\'.The pen comes withaSwanpaper gift box, together with instruction and certificate. The bottom partof the guarantee certificate is still intact.The box is pretty worn yet still nice and collectible. The imprint on the barrel is crisp. The pen bears a SWAN #1 solid 14ct gold nib.A new ink sac has been fitted to the pen. Theself filler system is in perfect working order. The pen has been serviced and tested for its full functionality.
This stylish Swanis a fine example of Mabie Todd - The pursuit of excellence. ThisSwan is a classic elegance and has been produced to the highest standards of carftsmanship.This would make an excellent gift to treat yourself or for someone special. <mt055>
STORY
Mabie & Todd Co Ltd was started circa 1845, when Henry Todd and John Mabie combined their business for the manufacture of pen holders, pencil cases and the other related products. Around 1878, the company began its production of fountain pens.
The \'Swan\' pen trademark is first adopted in 1884. In 1909 production of pens is begun in England and the tradmark \'Swan, the pen of the British Empire\' comes into use. Eventually, \'Swan\' became another word for \'pen\' in the popular lexicon.
Around 1923, the firm began production of its line of \'Eternal\' pens, featured the lever fillers. These were very solid and well made pens, with several attractive colours available. Till now, Swan fountain pens are highly sought after by collectors around the world.
DESCRIPTION
THE CAP
Material:
Black plastics
Top Ring:
Gold
Imprint on top:N/ATrim Pattern:
Gold trim; Polished
Pocket Clip:
Gold pocket clip with \'SWAN\'logo embossed; it is polished and adjusted to tight fit on your shirt. Minor scretches
Cap Screw:SmoothWork Done:The whole cap has been gently hand polished to restore its shinycondition
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THE NIB
Material:14ct Solid GoldGrade:MediumImprint:
Reads\'SWAN1 14CT MABIE TODD & CO LTD MADE IN ENGLAND\'
Nib Size:MediumCondition of Feed:Excellent & cleanWork Done:
The nib and feed has been cleaned to remove dried ink and residuals. The nib has been polished to restore its shiny
THE BARREL
Imprint:
Reads \'\"SWAN\" SELF-FILLER MABIE,TODD & CO LTD MADE IN ENGLAND PAT.NO.575341\' with the \'swan\' logo
End Jewel:Model number \'3161\' embossedScrew with Filler:Push-typeScrew with Cap:SmoothLever:The lever is polished. It is very smooth and easy to raise. Work Done:The barrel has been gently hand polished to restore shinycolour with the imprint Storage:
Mediumstorage; Easy to handlelever mechanism
Work Done:
A new ink sac has been fitted.Talcum powder has been applied on the ink sac to prevent it sticking with the inner wall of the barrel. The ink sac and the filler mechanism has been tested to ensure its full working order. align=\"center\">
~ KEY ~
There is no personalization on the pen
Pen ages around 100 years
The manufacturer had windup / no longer in production, like Mabie Todd
The pen bears unique / special cap band or pocket clip
The pen is a flagship in the series / range / band
The pen is rare / not commonly seen
The body of the pen is in special pattern
The pen bears manufacturer lifetime warranty
The pen is in as new / near mint / never inked condition
The pen is large / long / bold, with capped length over 5.5 align=\"center\">
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We also wish to point out that there is no such thing as the perfect vintage item. All vintage pens over 50 years old are susceptible to varying degrees of wear and ageing over time, and the functionality is not comparable to new pens. The condition of each item is described to the best of our observation.
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