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Antique Waterman's Ideal No. 452 Sterling Silver Overlay Fountain Pen & Matching Mechanical Pencil
Offered for sale is a beautiful antique Waterman's Ideal No. 452 fountain pen with its matching sterling silver overlay mechanical pencil. This elegant matched set dates to the early 20th century (approx. 1915–1922) and features an ornate pierced sterling silver overlay over black hard rubber.
Both pieces are engraved "Sidney Kahn,” a noted New York advertising photographer working at Arpeda Studio, adding to their history and character.
Features
- Genuine Waterman's Ideal Model 452
- Matching Waterman's mechanical pencil
- Sterling silver pierced overlay ("STERLING" marked)
- Original Waterman's clips
- Original 14K gold Waterman's Ideal nib
- Lever-fill fountain pen
- Personalized engraving: Sidney Kahn
- Attractive openwork floral/leaf overlay pattern
Condition
Both pieces remain in very good antique condition.
- Sterling overlay is bright with crisp detail.
- No obvious dents or repairs observed.
- Original clips are intact.
- Fountain pen retains its original 14K gold nib.
- Mechanical pencil appears complete.
- Normal signs of age and careful use consistent with a 100+ year-old writing set.
The fountain pen has not been restored or tested for writing and is being sold as found. Vintage Waterman lever-fill pens typically require a new ink sac before regular use.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.
A Wonderful Collector's Piece
Waterman's sterling overlay models are among the company's most desirable vintage fountain pens. Complete matching pen-and-pencil sets are increasingly difficult to find, especially with original components intact.
This set would make an outstanding addition to any collection of:
- Vintage fountain pens
- Waterman's pens
- Sterling silver writing instruments
- Antique desk accessories
- Early 20th-century collectibles
Thank you for looking!
