1930s Waterman Lady Patricia Fountain Pen - Onyx - Wet Noodle

Vintage: 1930s

Make: Waterman

Model: Lady Patricia

Color: Onyx

Materials: Celluloid and brick hard rubber with gold-plated trim

Filling System: lever-filler (resacced and guaranteed to fill and write as designed)

Length: This short, standard girth model measures 4 5/16” capped and 5 3/8” posted.

Nib: 14k Waterman Ideal #2 nib is a Wet Noodle with softness and flow comparable to that of a soft dip pen nib. It lays down a smooth and consistent XF line that widens to a 4B+ (approx 2.5mm) under minimal pressure.

Condition: Moderate discoloration. Gold-plated trim is pristine with no brassing or other notable flaws aside from a sliver of plating-wear on the captop and center of the lever. Celluloid surface is smooth and lustrous with no deep scratches or other noteworthy flaws. Manufacturer imprint on barrel is factory deep and fully legible.

Details: In 1931 Waterman introduced the Lady Patricia to accompany the Patrician, an Art Deco icon that remains the most collectible celluloid pen they ever made.