Vintage Orange & Cream Ringtop Fountain Pen | Royal 14K Semi-Flex Nib | Restored
$89.00
- Manufacturer
- Unknown
- Model
- Unknown
- Nib Type
- Royal 14k semi flex fine nib
- Fill Mechanism
- Lever fill
A compact vintage ringtop fountain pen, likely dating to the late 1920s or 1930s, featuring a bright orange body with contrasting cream-colored ends and gold-tone trim. The manufacturer and exact model remain unidentified, but the nib carries a clear Royal 14K marking.
The pen measures approximately 4.5 inches capped, including its ringtop hardware. Its flat-top profile, single cap band, ball-ended lever, and contrasting colors give it a distinctive early twentieth-century appearance.
The highlight is the Royal 14K fine semi-flex nib. Writing tests show a fine line under light pressure with noticeable variation as gentle pressure is applied. The nib offers expressive writing without the extreme flexibility of a full-flex nib.
The lever-filling mechanism has been serviced with a new ink sac, and the pen has been cleaned and polished.
Condition
Strong orange and cream color, glossy finish, light vintage wear
Restoration
The pen was disassembled, cleaned, fitted with a new ink sac, and polished. The nib and feed were cleaned, and the pen was reassembled and writing-tested. No significant restoration complications were encountered.
Known Flaws
Light surface wear and minor marks consistent with a vintage pen. The exact manufacturer and model remain unidentified because no manufacturer's barrel imprint is present.