Sheaffer "Dolphin" transparent demonstrator

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Sheaffer "Dolphin"Demonstrator Sheaffer called this short-lived (c. 1962-1964) Imperial-era model the 800, but collectors have dubbed it the dolphin (or porpoise) for its distinctive pseudo-inlaid nib. Although according to company literature, the version with gold plated trim and solid 14K gold nib should be an 800, this one bears chalk marks on the barrel identifying it as a 1000, along with a "CARTRIDGE" sticker. Although grey is one of the less common colors (grey was introduced late in PFM production), what sets this pen apart is the transparent demonstrator nib and section assembly. We have only seen a handful similar, all of which came f rom the estate of a former Sheaffer representative. The pen is unused, but is a little dirty and could do with some polishing -- though you'll have to keep clear of the chalk marks, which come off very easily. If you are a serious Sheaffer collector, get this example while you can. Uses standard Sheaffer cartridges or convertors. Let me emphasize that this is much rarer than the demonstrator versions of the Snorkel or even the PFM. I've even seen more examples of Imperial demonstrators, and they are scarce indeed. For whatever reason, transparent demonstrators lost favor once you get into the 1960s -- perhaps because it was felt most pens by that time were being sold via national advertising read more

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