For sale is an authentic Vintage Soviet Fountain Pen AR-2, manufactured in the late 1980s by the Yaroslavl Orgtekhnika Factory in the USSR. This pen is a wonderful piece of Soviet industrial design history, heavily inspired by the iconic Western pens of that era.
Key Features & Details:
- Brand/Manufacturer: Yaroslavl Factory "Orgtekhnika" (features the original "ЯО" logo on the cap clip and the plastic box).
- Model: AR-2 (Automatic Pen, Piston Filler).
- Era: Made in USSR (circa 1983–1991). The bottom of the box retains the original Soviet price stamp: "Цена 2р.48к." (Price: 2 Rubles 48 Kopecks).
- Color: Beautiful turquoise/teal blue plastic barrel with a gold-toned ribbed metal cap.
- Nib: Arrow-shaped semi-hooded steel nib with gold-plated finish.
- Filling System: Built-in piston mechanism with a transparent ink window to monitor the ink level.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The plastic body is shiny, and the gold-toned cap retains its brilliant luster. The piston moves smoothly. Comes with its original retro clear-top plastic presentation box.
- Dimensions: Pen length is approx. 14 cm.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the condition. Great addition to any fountain pen or Soviet memorabilia collection!