Vintage 1950s German Fountain Pen – Edelstahl 12 Gleitspitz

Description

For sale is a beautiful vintage 1950s German-made fountain pen in classic glossy black resin with gold-toned trim accents.

This style of pen was a staple of mid-century German school and office writing. It features a smooth-writing, gold-plated stainless steel nib stamped with the historic German mark: “EDELSTAHL 12 GLEITSPITZ” (Stainless Steel 12 Glide-Point).

Details & Condition:
• Era: Post-WWII / 1950s
• Origin: Made in Germany
• Materials: Black resin body, gold-plated trim and clip
• Nib: Gold-plated stainless steel (Gleitspitz / Glide-Point tip)
• Mechanism: Vintage integrated filler mechanism (sold as-is / untested for ink leaks)
• Physical Condition: Excellent cosmetic condition with brilliant surface gloss, no major chips, cracks, or deep scratches.

** This is one of my favorites, writes sooo smoothly.