C1930 WATERMAN 42 BLACK CHASED HR SAFETY FOUNTAIN PEN F-BBB FLEX NIB RESTORED

Description

For your consideration, we are offering for sale this Restored Circa 1930 Waterman 42 Safety Fountain Pen in Black Chased Hard Rubber Pattern. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned, put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition.
I have hand cleaned the NIB and feed. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel, cap, spiral, rod connector, turning knob, and end unit with mineral oil. Hand polished the Cap and Barrel along with the Ideal 18K #2 Flexible NIB.
This fountain pen is made from hard rubber in the Black Chased pattern. The hard rubber portion of the pen displays is a deep black color that displays just gorgeously with perfect chasing! The butt end of barrel end does not have the imprint. The center of the barrel reads, "WATERMAN'S RED. U.S. WATERMAN IDEAL GLOBE LOGO PAT. OFF. FOUNTAIN PEN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA". The cap has the imprint that reads, "WATERMAN'S PAT. APR. 28, 1903".
The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel or cap. There are no cracks, nicks or repairs to the hard rubber. The hard rubber material looks beautiful that I would consider near mint. The have restored the filling until with a new o-ring and the suction is perfect.  There are no leaks from the cap or the turning knob and tested for 48 hours. This Waterman 42 measures 5 1/4" in length capped and 6 1/4" posted with the nib extended.
The NIB is an 18K #2 Flexible Ideal Waterman NIB - yes, 18K and is stamped on the underside foot of the nib. When measuring the actual tip of the 18K Ideal NIB, it measured at a medium point of .62mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing the sample in the listing images, the NIB writes with a fine line measuring roughly .52mm with light pressure and flexes to a triple broad stroke of approximately 1.83mm with a medium to firm pressure. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that are listed for sale. The nib on this Safety Pen is a very smooth writer. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue Ink.
Finding Full-Size Waterman Safety Fountain Pens are uncommon to find. This 42 Safety is in Near Mint to Mint Condition and a real treasure for collectors. A superb collector worthy writing instrument to add to your writing arsenal collection!
Please review all my images as they are part of the description. If you have any questions, please ask. I have other restored fountain pens for sale, if you have the time, please look through my listings. Always happy to consider your offers.
Please Read Carefully Before Bidding:
I strive to find unique and difficult to find pieces that I believe will capture the attention of collectors. I spend a great deal of time traveling, talking with people, sitting at auctions and waiting in line at estate sales to find these pieces. Some of the items are "farm fresh" and some I have had in my possession for years and time to let others enjoy. Please make sure this item is what you want before bidding. If you would like different pictures or have concerns about damage, on whether it is repainted or repaired ask before bidding. If I can find out, I will. These are antiques so expect them not to be "perfect".
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I do not clean most items for fear of harm. I, unfortunately, am not an expert on anything, if you need any further info or pictures, please contact me before bidding. I will do my best to help you.
Shipping:
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Refunds
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Item must be returned within 14 days of receiving it. The item cost will be refunded. (Buyer pays all shipping and insurance). Item must be returned with Delivery Confirmation. Item must be returned to qualify for a refund. I do not give refunds for uninsured items if they get broke in shipping. ( I do pack carefully, I do not want them to arrive broken.) Some of my listings include insurance on shipping. Please make sure they do, if not please request it, if you would like it added.