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PHENOMENAL WET NOODLE NIB !!!
MONSTER LINES !!!
Pen W1056 – Waterman 52 - SOLD
Red Ripple Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, USA, 1920s
Wet Noodle F-BBBB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Excellent Metal: Very Good Color: Excellent
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Near Mint Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Wet Noodle F-BBBB Imprints: No Length: 5 3/8”
PRICE: $1500
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 fountain pen set Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Full sized pen. Clipped cap. Fitted with its correct 14k Waterman New York #2 wet noodle nib that writes a Fine to Quadruple Broad (BBBB), which is a monster line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, and capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. As shown in the picture, this nib has the very desired ultra long and ultra thin tines. It resembles the nose of the former Concorde airplane with that very long beak arching down. In my flexibility scale from zero to 100, this nib is graded right at 100. Likewise, in my responsiveness scale from zero to 10, this nib is graded at 10. These features combined with the fact this nib is an ultra smooth writer when not flexed, make it an ultra rare vintage flexible Waterman nib, a very desirable and a very valuable one. Most of the value in this offering lies on the nib itself and its professional installation. Getting one of these nibs to have ideal ink flow and to offer performance flex capabilities takes lots of skill and finesse. The Red Ripple color is great condition. Vibrant colors with great luster. Light scratches on the exterior of the body. Awesome barrel imprints. Gold trim is has some brassing, mostly in the clip. Otherwise, this pen is in amazing condition. Lever filler. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920s.
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Near Mint Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Wet Noodle F-BBBB Imprints: No Length: 5 3/8”
PRICE: $1500
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 fountain pen set Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Full sized pen. Clipped cap. Fitted with its correct 14k Waterman New York #2 wet noodle nib that writes a Fine to Quadruple Broad (BBBB), which is a monster line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, and capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. As shown in the picture, this nib has the very desired ultra long and ultra thin tines. It resembles the nose of the former Concorde airplane with that very long beak arching down. In my flexibility scale from zero to 100, this nib is graded right at 100. Likewise, in my responsiveness scale from zero to 10, this nib is graded at 10. These features combined with the fact this nib is an ultra smooth writer when not flexed, make it an ultra rare vintage flexible Waterman nib, a very desirable and a very valuable one. Most of the value in this offering lies on the nib itself and its professional installation. Getting one of these nibs to have ideal ink flow and to offer performance flex capabilities takes lots of skill and finesse. The Red Ripple color is great condition. Vibrant colors with great luster. Light scratches on the exterior of the body. Awesome barrel imprints. Gold trim is has some brassing, mostly in the clip. Otherwise, this pen is in amazing condition. Lever filler. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920s.
GREAT COLORING !!!
Pen W1057 – Waterman 52 1/2 - $700
Red Ripple Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, Canada, 1920s
Wet Noodle XF-BB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Very Good Metal: Very Good Color: Near Mint
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Wet Noodle XF-BB Imprints: No Length: 5 3/8”
PRICE: $700
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2 fountain pen in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Full sized pen, in terms of length. The "1/2" in Waterman model nomenclature stands for slim profile pen body. This model is basically a thinner 52 model. Fitted with its correct 14k Waterman Ideal #2 wet noodle nib that writes an extra fine to double broad line. Smooth nib, capable of writing at any speed when the nib is not flexed. Perfect Red Ripple hard rubber with very vibrant colors and lots of luster. Great barrel imprints. If it were not for a little bit of brassing and a tiny small piece that has chipped off from the lever box, this pen would be graded and valued significantly higher. Lever filler mechanism. New sac. Made in Canada in the 1920s.
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Wet Noodle XF-BB Imprints: No Length: 5 3/8”
PRICE: $700
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2 fountain pen in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Full sized pen, in terms of length. The "1/2" in Waterman model nomenclature stands for slim profile pen body. This model is basically a thinner 52 model. Fitted with its correct 14k Waterman Ideal #2 wet noodle nib that writes an extra fine to double broad line. Smooth nib, capable of writing at any speed when the nib is not flexed. Perfect Red Ripple hard rubber with very vibrant colors and lots of luster. Great barrel imprints. If it were not for a little bit of brassing and a tiny small piece that has chipped off from the lever box, this pen would be graded and valued significantly higher. Lever filler mechanism. New sac. Made in Canada in the 1920s.
Pen W1058 – Waterman 52 1/2V Ring-Top - SOLD
Red Ripple Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, Canada, 1920s
Wet Noodle B-BBB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Excellent Metal: Very Good Color: Excellent
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Wet Noodle B-BBB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: SOLD
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top pen in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Fitted with a 14k Canadian Waterman Ideal #2 wet noodle nib that writes a Broad to Triple Broad Line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, and capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. The color in the hard rubber is in outstanding condition. Very vibrant colors with lots of luster. Gold trim has some brassing. Great barrel imprints. Lever filler. New sac. Made in Canada in the 1920s.
Pen W1049 – Waterman 52 1/2 Ring-Top - $680
Cardinal Red Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, USA, 1920s
Superflex XF-BB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Excellent Metal: Excellent. Color: Very Good
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex XF-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $680
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top pen in Cardinal Red hard rubber and gold trim. Fitted with a 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes an extra fine to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, and capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. The cardinal red color is in good condition. It has a couple of minor stain in a couple of small areas. Matching feed in cardinal red hard rubber, which is correct for this pen. Moderate imprints on the side of the barrel and moderate "52 1/2 V" imprint on the flat end of the barrel. Gold trim in in excellent condition. Lever filler mechanism. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920's.
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex XF-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $680
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top pen in Cardinal Red hard rubber and gold trim. Fitted with a 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes an extra fine to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, and capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. The cardinal red color is in good condition. It has a couple of minor stain in a couple of small areas. Matching feed in cardinal red hard rubber, which is correct for this pen. Moderate imprints on the side of the barrel and moderate "52 1/2 V" imprint on the flat end of the barrel. Gold trim in in excellent condition. Lever filler mechanism. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920's.
Pen W911 - Waterman 52 1/2V Pen Set - $540
Red Ripple Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, Pen Box, Canada, 1920s
Superflex M-BB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Very Good Metal: Good Color: Excellent
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex M-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $540
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top fountain pen set in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Pen set is comprised of fountain pen, mechanical pencil, and presentation box. Fitted with a Canadian 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes a medium to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. Iridium tipping has a very rounded shape, making it an ideal nib to someone new to flex nibs, to someone who writes very fast most of the time, and to an over writer as it is a very user friendly and forgiving nib. Very vibrant red ripple colors. Faint barrel imprints. With the exception of the lever box that shows signs of stress, gold trim is in clean condition. Pen measures 4 1/4" long (capped), and 5 3/4" long (posted). This pen was designed and manufactured to be used as a posted pen, becoming a full sized pen when posted, and offering perfect balance on the hand. Lever filler. Mechanical pencil uses the twist mechanism and is fully operational. Presentation box is made out of blue leather, has a "The Treasure Chest of Today" imprint on the top, and has blue velour fabric inside. In fairly good condition, and a valuable vintage Waterman pen box. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920s.
Note: Willing to sell the pen set minus the presentation box for $460
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex M-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $540
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top fountain pen set in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. Pen set is comprised of fountain pen, mechanical pencil, and presentation box. Fitted with a Canadian 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes a medium to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib, ultra smooth, capable of writing at any speed when not flexed. Iridium tipping has a very rounded shape, making it an ideal nib to someone new to flex nibs, to someone who writes very fast most of the time, and to an over writer as it is a very user friendly and forgiving nib. Very vibrant red ripple colors. Faint barrel imprints. With the exception of the lever box that shows signs of stress, gold trim is in clean condition. Pen measures 4 1/4" long (capped), and 5 3/4" long (posted). This pen was designed and manufactured to be used as a posted pen, becoming a full sized pen when posted, and offering perfect balance on the hand. Lever filler. Mechanical pencil uses the twist mechanism and is fully operational. Presentation box is made out of blue leather, has a "The Treasure Chest of Today" imprint on the top, and has blue velour fabric inside. In fairly good condition, and a valuable vintage Waterman pen box. New sac. Made in USA in the 1920s.
Note: Willing to sell the pen set minus the presentation box for $460
Pen W1014 – Waterman 52 1/2V Ring-Top Pen Set - $495
Red Ripple Hard Rubber, Gold Trim, USA, 1920s
Superflex F-BB Nib, Normal Nib When Not Flexed
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Overall Grade: Excellent Metal: Excellent Color: Excellent
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex F-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $495
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top pen set in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. This pen set is comprised of the fountain pen and mechanical pencil. Fitted with a 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes a fine to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib. Ultra smooth, capable of writing at any speed when the nib is not flexed. Very vibrant Red Ripple color with lots of luster. Correct red ripple feed, matching the exterior of the pen. Great barrel imprints. Lever filler. New sac. The gold cone where the lead comes out has some patina. Otherwise, it is also in awesome condition and fully operational. It uses the twist mechanism. Made in USA in the 1920s.
Nib condition: Excellent Thread: Excellent Clarity: N/A
Nib Type: Superflex F-BB Imprints: No Length: 4 1/4”
PRICE: $495
COMMENTS: Waterman 52 1/2V ring-top pen set in Red Ripple hard rubber and gold trim. This pen set is comprised of the fountain pen and mechanical pencil. Fitted with a 14k Waterman Ideal #2 superflex nib that writes a fine to double broad line. Professionally adjusted nib. Ultra smooth, capable of writing at any speed when the nib is not flexed. Very vibrant Red Ripple color with lots of luster. Correct red ripple feed, matching the exterior of the pen. Great barrel imprints. Lever filler. New sac. The gold cone where the lead comes out has some patina. Otherwise, it is also in awesome condition and fully operational. It uses the twist mechanism. Made in USA in the 1920s.
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Copyright notice: All photographs, written descriptions, flex nib specification, and content appearing in this website are the property of Mauricio Aguilar. They are protected by U.S. copyright laws, and are not to be downloaded or reproduced in any way without the written permission of Mauricio Aguilar. Buying an item does not entitle the buyer to use the photographs, the written description and the flex nib specification information.
