8262 Sheaffer Balance in Black and Pearl Marble, Fine FIVE STAR Nib.

Summary;

• Make and Model: Sheaffer Blance Lifetime Fountain Pen.
• Finish: Black and Pearl with gold filled trim.
• Origin: The pen was made in the USA around 1932.
• Overall Length: 130mm
• Filling Type: Lever filler.
• Nib: 14ct Gold, Fine
• Nib Rating: ***** (Nib Ratings Explained Here)

Description;

This is the Sheaffer Balance Lifetime, one of the most iconic fountain pen designs ever made. The pen is finished and black and pearl marble, the celluloid material has darkened slightly with age, especially the barrel. This is quite normal with these pens, the early celluloid plastics were very susceptible to the chemicals released by the ink sacs.

Other than the darkening, the pen is in excellent condition with only very minor marks and scratches. The pen has been fully serviced and it is fitted with a lovely smooth fine nib.

Condition: Grade B