Up for auction is a classic late-1940s Wahl-Eversharp Symphony fountain pen and matching mechanical pencil set, complete with its original vintage clamshell presentation box.
Designed by world-renowned industrial designer Raymond Loewy (famous for shaping iconic American designs from Coca-Cola vending machines to the Studebaker), the Symphony features a sleek, streamlined profile that still feels incredible in the hand today.
If you buy unrestored vintage lever-filler pens on eBay, you almost always need to mail them out for a complete overhaul, which costs at least £ 35 plus postage and involves waiting weeks.
This fountain pen has already been fully serviced and restored by a professional pen specialist. A brand-new latex ink sac has been installed, the lever mechanism has been tuned, and the feed system cleaned. You can ink it up and enjoy writing immediately with complete peace of mind.
Fountain Pen: Features a glossy black resin barrel and grip section with a metal cap in good condition. The nib is an original 14K Solid Gold Eversharp "Banner" nib. It offers a wonderfully smooth writing feel with that desirable, slight vintage bounce.
Mechanical Pencil: Matching gloss black body with a fully functioning twist advance/repel mechanism for standard vintage lead.
Presentation Box: Includes the original vintage cream-lined Eversharp clamshell box with raised branding inside the lid.
I try my best to explain everything so you know exactly what you are receiving:
Resin Barrels: Excellent shape across both pieces. Deep, glossy black finish with light surface micro-scratches from normal handling over the years. No cracks, chips, or deep gouges.
Fountain Pen Cap: In relatively good vintage condition. The luster is preserved, and the gold-filled clip is firm with a clean imprint.
Mechanical Pencil Cap: Shows clearer signs of age and patina, including some speckling, pitting, and light plating wear as detailed in the close-up photos.
Nib: Excellent condition. Straight tines, clean imprint, and well-aligned tip.
Box: Good vintage condition. Holds both pens securely with light shelf wear and mild age-related discoloration on the fabric lining.
Brand: Wahl-Eversharp (USA)
Model: Symphony (First/Second Generation Loewy Design)
Era: Late 1940s to Early 1950s
Color: Gloss Black Resin with Metal Caps & Gold-Filled Trim
Nib: Genuine 14K Gold Eversharp Banner Nib
Filling Mechanism: Lever-Filler (New latex sac fitted)
Includes: Fountain Pen, Mechanical Pencil, Original Eversharp Display Box
Note to Buyers: Please review all high-resolution photos closely for exact cosmetic details. Feel free to send over a message if you have any questions or need further details before bidding!