For sale is a Lamy CP1 ballpoint pen in the brushed stainless-steel finish, marked W. Germany. This identifies it as an early, pre–reunification production model from the 1970s–1980s, before Lamy standardized the CP1 finishes.

Details

Model: Lamy CP1 Ballpoint

Finish: Brushed stainless steel

Trim: Stainless steel clip

Era: Pre-1990 (marked W. Germany)

Mechanism: Push-button ballpoint

Refill: Uses Lamy M16 ballpoint refills (not included)

Country: W. Germany

Condition:

Clean brushed finish with expected light wear

Clip straight and tight

Mechanism functional (if not, I can revise)

Pen sold as found, untested with a new refill

✨ Collectibility

The brushed steel version of the early CP1 is significantly more collectible than the black resin model. Combined with the W. Germany marking, this pen represents the original CP-series production influenced by Bauhaus designer Gerd A. Müller.

These early metal-bodied CP1s offer:

Excellent durability

High-quality machining

More premium feel than modern versions

Increasing collectible value

A fantastic, minimalist vintage Lamy.

Ships securely packaged.

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