A 1980s desk drawer inventory places this M400 between a calculator that only functioned after being shaken with judicial severity and a ruler that had clearly survived multiple ideological disputes. It was used to jot down a reminder to “rewind VHS,” a task regarded, at the time, as requiring more moral clarity than most public policy. The handwriting suggests the pen was not merely participating in events, but quietly overseeing their ethical compliance.
Colour: pearl green striated
Cap band imprint: Pelikan W.-Germany
Cap top: an engraving of a pelican with 2 chicks in its nest
Clip: pelican beak
Nib imprint: Pelikan 14C 585 F
Nib material: 14 karat gold
Nib size: fine
Nib sort: the last photo is a writing sample
Size posted: approximately 5.7"
Size capped: approximately 5"
Country of manufacture: Germany
Estimated production era: 1980s
Filling system: piston-filling mechanism
Technical condition: lovingly serviced and fully functional
Optical condition: shows traces of prior handling and use
Unbox happiness: discover a complimentary ink sample inside!
Nib Performance Notice
Please note that vintage fountain pens have been previously used, and the nibs may have adapted to the writing style of their former owners. While we strive to provide accurate descriptions and high-quality photos, we cannot guarantee that the nib will perform exactly to your personal writing preferences. Some nibs may require tuning by a Nib Meister to suit your individual needs.
Shipping Information
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The estimated delivery time ranges from 2 to 5 weeks, depending on your location.
Please note: international orders may be subject to import duties or taxes.
Return Policy & Customer Service
If anything's gone pear-shaped; be it a piston or a parcel, please do get in touch. We're awfully responsive and only mildly overcaffeinated. And if your latest writing companion isn't quite the one, rest assured: returns are graciously accepted and refunds issued with all the ceremony of a decent cup of tea. We believe in cordial dealings and cheerful resolutions; after all, collecting ought to be a joy, not a jitter.