8961 Onoto "The Pen" No.5600 in Black. Superb Fine Flex FIVE STAR Nib.

Summary;

• Make and Model: Onoto (Thomas De La Rue) 5601 "The Pen"
• Origin: The pen was made in the UK around 1935
• Finish: Black Cellulloid with gold filled Trim.  
• Overall Length: 128mm
• Filling Type: Plunger Filler
• Nib: 14ct Gold, Fine Semi Flexible.
• Nib Rating: ***** (Nib Ratings Explained Here)

Description;

Thomas De La Rue Ltd began manufacturing the Onoto range in 1905 and they quickly eastablished themselves in an already densely populated marketplace. The pens were successful because of the excellent quality of the materials used and the superior design of the filling system. Onoto pens were as good, if not better, than all their contemporaries including Parker, Watermans and Conway Stewart.

This is a superb example of the Onoto's "The Pen" finished in Black celluloid with a long viewing window which is very rare. The pen dates from the mid 30's. The plunger filling system, deliciously quirky but extremely efficient, has been fully serviced with a new washer and cork seals fitted.

The pen itself is in very good condition, the pattern is crisp and the pen only has very minor marks and scratches commensurate with light use. 

The 14ct gold nib is in excellent condition and writes beatifully with a Fine line. The nib has a light flex to it which gives a lovely shape to your handwriting.

Onoto pens are fabulous writing instruments and will give years of faithful service.

 Condition: Grade A

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