Vintage Onoto Valveless BCHR Eyedropper Fountain Pen | Super Flex 14K Nib For Sale

PropertyDetailBrandOnoto (Thomas De La Rue & Co.)ModelValveless EyedropperMaterialBlack Chased Hard Rubber (BCHR)Cap TypeSlip CapNibWarranted 14K Gold (Super Flexible)Filling SystemEyedropper (Fully Restored)Approximate DateCirca 1915Country of ManufactureLondon, EnglandCondition Description

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Fully restored and ready to write. The Black Hard Rubber retains rich dark color, and a sharp, highly legible barrel imprint. The super-flexible nib is pristine.

Detailed Description

Up for collectors and enthusiasts is an exceptionally rare vintage Onoto Valveless fountain pen, produced by Thomas De La Rue & Co. in London. Celebrated for their peerless engineering and materials, early British Onotos are cornerstones of vintage pen collections, with the Valveless variant standing out as a particularly scarce and sought-after piece.

Key Features & Highlights:

• Rarity: A true collector\'s prize. Early Onoto Valveless models in this state of preservation rarely come to market.

• Approximate Date of Manufacture: Circa 1915, hailing from the height of the Great War era in London.

• Material & Imprint: Crafted from Black Chased Hard Rubber (BCHR). The body features sharply defined chasing lines and a remarkably deep, crisp manufacturer imprint on the barrel.

• Slip Cap Design: Outfitted with the traditional period-correct slip cap, which holds securely and preserves the sleek vintage silhouette.

• Super Flexible 14K Nib: Features a smooth Warranted 14K gold nib that offers breathtaking line variation, flexing effortlessly from a fine hairline to a wide, ink-rich stroke with minimal hand pressure.

• Restoration: This pen has been fully restored to peak operating condition. The eyedropper system has been completely checked, ensuring reliable, leak-free performance.

Perfect For:

Advanced vintage pen collectors looking for an iconic piece of British writing history, or calligraphy enthusiasts seeking a premier, responsive flex writer.

Shipping & Policies

• Safely and securely packaged. Shipped with tracking and insurance.

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