Penexchange

Etching usually involves removing a small layer of material from the surface and in the case of gilded pens there is a risk that the gold plating may be affected. The gold plating on fountain pens is usually quite thin, and etching can remove or damage this delicate layer, exposing the material unde...

Congratulations on your purchase of the PELIKAN 100 fountain pen! It's fun to add a vintage pen to your collection. Based on the description you provided, it looks like you bought an early model PELIKAN 100, probably from 1929 or 1930.

The Souverän line is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and timeless design. If you appreciate classic aesthetics and reliable writing instruments, you may find the Souverän collection appealing.house of hazards

The barrel imprint "Blackbird MT&Co. New York USA - Made in USA during War" suggests that the pen was manufactured in the United States during a period of war. Considering the imprint, it's possible that the pen was produced between 1914 and 1918, which corresponds to World War I.