Vintage Bakelite Parker MAGNETIX 51Pen & Desk Set +BOX

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Vintage 1947-1951ParkerMagnetix "51"Desk Setincludes: base, receptacle, one "51" penand original included paper fold-out,instruction card and even the original price tag is still attached to the felt lined underside of the base.Everything come complete in the ORIGINAL box.The pen itself is still very nice and the ink pump appears to still operate as intended...the point appears to be undamaged and the bakelite/early plastic housing isshowing EXPECTED characteristic LIGHT use marks and scratches. The base is showing light EXPECTED characteristic use marks & scratches. The brass plate under the pen well/receptacle will need to be re-bonded to the base (has just dried out). The under base felt is INCREDIBLE and appears almost UNTOUCHED from new (that also includes the ORIGINAL price tag). The receptacle appears to have been re-glued to the ball bearing that attaches to the magnet and a little "over glue" will need to be cleaned off if desired. Both the pen and the base will need a little cleaning if desired for the set was gifted to the late owneras a graduation present from college in the late 40s and he went on to become a U.S "Base Commander" overseas, so the set has been used...however..it appears to have had MUCH care and has NOT been abused. The original box is intact..however..it is in poor condition.The color of the bakelite/early plastic is:Brown/MaroonThis set is being offered to you for the FIRST timedirectly from the original owner's estate. This antique treasure is being offered as a NOVELTY only and I cannot guaranteethe operation of any part. Thanks< Check out my other items ! Be sure to take advantage of my "No Handling Fee" low cost shipping...You pay exactly what I pay! THANKS Thank you for stopping by & I thank you for considering my item! Payment Policy: Iaccept Pay-Pal..........Payment is due at AUCTION END or at the time of purchase on a Buy-It-Now item. If you feel you may have a problem with my payment policy PLEASE let me know BEFORE you bid/buy. THANKS Shipping: All purchases are shipped via U.S.P.S. I ship everyday except Sunday. Your purchase will be processed and shipped within 24 hrs. of received/cleared payment in most cases and if t is a problem...I WILL COMMUNICATE the problem to you immediately. I am happy to combine shipping on items purchased within 24hrs. of one another that can be shipped in the same box (not always available and automatically void if payment policy is not followed ). THANKS First Class Mail: 2-5 days delivery time (13 oz. limit)Media Mail: 7-21 days delivery time (restrictions apply)Parcel Post: 5-9 days delivery time (not available on all items offered)Priority Mail: 2-5 days delivery timeExpress Mail: overnight in most casesInsurance: is optional and is always ENCOURAGED. I cannot be held responsible for LOST, STOLEN, MIS-DIRECTED or DAMAGED packages. THANKS Returns: Please notify me immediately if you have a problem with an item you have purchased from me. I have always been completely focused on customer service and will do my very best to be sure your domestic purchase experience is most satisfactory. As a rule I sell PRE-OWNED items and you can expect ANY pre-owned item that you purchase from me to be exactly that. Any pre-owned item I sell will most likely possess characteristic flaws & blemeishes found on ANY pre-owned item (especially old glass..flecs, minor cracks, straw and other mold marks are common and found on ALL old glass). I am human and do on occasion unitentionaly overlook a flaw. Any item I sell may or may not posses various scents and smells that can be found in ANY American home. If I can detect a partiular unpleasant scent I will not buy the item for re-sale. Returns must be APPROVED and must be received within 7 days of receipt. Return shipping is paid by buyer and may require content breakage insurance in order to be accepted. Return shipping/insurance cost is not refundable. THA... read more

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