Sheaffer made very nice pens and I'm happy to have some. My favourite is a Triumph Touchdown desk pen: writes smoothly in regular and reverse, moderately wet, and comfortable to handle. Thanks for the show.
Thanks for sharing! I agree: they used to make some amazing pens. I recently received some of their low cost modern offerings, and I'm curious to review them. But, just handling them, I feel like their quality will not compare to these older pens.
Sheaffers in general (ex PFM) are not collectible, like other lesser known brands, doesn't mean they are not great pens just not sought after. Market-driven pricing.
These are wonderful pens! I still use mine, although I am on the second converter. Mine was a graduation present, in sterling silver and with a 14K nib.
Thank you Jason , nice pen . I have an Imperial I from 1962 which i like a lot and you can pick some of the imperials up for decent money if your prepared to do a little polishing and cleaning. The one Sheaffer I've always wanted is a PFM but the decent ones are too expensive and the ones i can afford need work and they are very tricky to fix and i think beyond my capabilities. My bomo Art Journal arrived and i have to say i am very impressed.
Sheaffer is a great brand. It surprises me that they are not more popular among collectors. I agree on the PFM: that snorkel would be well outside my comfort zone as well. I'm glad you're enjoying the Bomo Art Journal! I love the idea of supporting a small artisan like that.
One of my favorite pens is a 1949 Sheaffer ‘FAT’ Touchdown. I know its date because that’s the only year it was made. I like it so much I have been adding older Sheaffers to my collection. They are all excellent writers and while I do have a few truly vintage pens that I don’t use often, my Sheaffers are always in rotation. If it has a white dot and a short clip I’m probably gonna love it.🖋❤️
Lovely review, thank you Jason. I have a couple of unknown, inexpensive Sheaffers from the 1960s.They are still good to use despite being unlisted. Going by your calculation method, I can only call pens vintage if they are pre-1940s. I'm still trying to work out how I slipped into being part of the older generation.
It's funny how we all have to redefine "vintage"... And, yes, these lesser known Sheaffers are quite good. I have another one coming in a few weeks which is also quite impressive.
Textron is the company that use to own Sheaffer. Now owned by Cross pens. I have the same model with a gold plated nib that the company sent me as a replacement. I have 2 Sheaffer student pens from the mid 1950s with semi hooded nibs that write better than any of the others. I used a similar model in high school in the 1960s but eventually wore out the thread on refilling section. Won't happen again because I refill the ink cartridges with a syringe.
Im deffinetly getting that 60's-70's vibe from this pen too. I think i want a sheaffer! Which one is the question... A vac filler would be coooool. Not another converter pen. Ps: i always really like when you leave lots of time at the end of the video, to just look at the pen and find my next video! Something about a short pause before youtube puts another add in my face is wonderfull. I like the chill music too hehe.
I have used 330 Sheaffer pens since I was in high school in the 70s, but after the company was sold I had trouble finding the cartridges for a couple of years. When I did find them in stores again, I immediately began having problems with ink flow. I had never needed to clean my pen at all before, I just wrote a lot and kept it charged with the same jet black ink. I tried cleaning it, but it didn't seem to help. Finally I located another new old stock one, but I had the same problems. I've come to the conclusion that there is something wrong with the ink in the cartridges. Is there a bottle ink you would recommend for these pens?
the Sheaffer 330 is fantastic, very , very real great, but don't use modern Sheaffer ink, in two different cans I found lumps, it is made in Slovenia..... I solved it by buying a modern 96700 Sheaffer piston converter, the one on sale today goes perfectly on the 330.Do not buy Sheaffer 70s converter in rubber and sheet metal, they dry the ink in a short time, because the rubber passes the air, I only use plexiglass piston converter, I then use Diamine ink or Quink Parker ink .... and I use the Sheaffer 330 without any problem.
This pen is nearly identical to a Sheaffer that I have. I don't know the history but I believe my pen belonged to a family member who died in 1973. My Sheaffer has the same squared ends but the clip is longer and has "Lifetime" stamped into it. The nib has "Sheaffer Lifetime" and also has "14k" stamped into it. The pen I have seems to have been made specifically to use disposable cartridges. The section has that pointed tube for puncturing cartridges and for the ink to flow through.
Waski may correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the one he is showing here has a steel nib, so your pen might be of the actual Imperial line. Or at least, be more luxurious. (actually, after looking around, I suspect yours is a Lifetime Imperial. If it has the same cap, I would guess an Imperial IV)
If yours has a gold nib, it is one of the better Imperials. I'm collecting more information before I review a Sheaffer Deluxe Imperial II in the coming weeks. I may have some sources of information in that review which help you.
@@sachakahn2052 When Sheaffer first introduced the Imperials in 1963 they had "Lifetime" on the clip, nib and also on the cap. This had something to do with the company's 50th anniversary. They only did this for one year, and thereafter the "Lifetime" was not printed and they relied on the white dot to indicate the guarantee.
Textron is the name of a conglomerate that owned Sheaffer for a while. I'm not exactly sure of the dates of ownership, but I seem to recall that it was not a good fit for either company. Early in Textron's history they were heavily into textiles, hence the "Text" part of the name. Over the years, Textron has been involved in disparate industries such as snowmobiles, small aircraft and helicopters, lawn tractors, defense contracting, etc. For a while, Sheaffer was owned by Bic, the French manufacturer of those stick pens and disposable razors. They are now owned by A T Cross. They now seem to be focusing on lower end pens. Alas, I don't think they produce anymore pens with inlaid nibs. I think the highest end pens they produce today are variations of the Prelude. Back in the day, even their cheap pens with inlaid nibs where great writers.
@@Allthough I am fortunate enough to have a Triumph Imperial Palladium. Both cap and barrel are plated in palladium. The clip and the nib are plated in 23 K gold. It has a mirror finish which is somewhat rare. I've seen a lot of similar pens with a brush finish, but not too many with the mirror finish. My understanding is that they were only made from 1995 to 1997. I got it on an eBay auction for around $30 in the early 2000s. This is one of my favorite, if not my favorite pens. It looks great, is the right weight, and is smooth as glass on paper.
Thank you! Yes, Sheaffer has been bounced around. My fear is that as the "low end" branch of Cross, the name will disappear along with the great pens they once made.
I was always taught in the collecting world that Vintage = something that was 25years old to 50-yrs old, Classic = something that was 50yrs -100years old and Antique = something that was 100+ years old.
Perhaps a term to use instead of "vintage pens" for pens near our age group, would be "old school." (I guess that could have its misconceptions as well....but it's NOT "vintage"😆😆). Great video.
I bet you bought it from Peyton Pens, like I did mine. It is a very nice writer, but it does feel like it was a $5 pen (in today's money) when it was new. But I'm not a pen snob, so I'm OK with that :-)
Hey, there's nothing wrong with calling yourself "vintage". Vintage doesn't mean too old for anything, it just means seasoned, more experienced, and better. Celebrate it. I've passed vintage and am rapidly approaching antique. That's a whole other story.
I suppose I'm getting closer to "vintage". I used to say you're not old until you're 30. That's far in the rearview mirror. I'm just under halfway to antique.
It's a really nice pen, mine is burgundy. Always wanted one with that complicated nib. Now I need a class to take some notes.
It's a good pen to write with, whether you have a class or not!
Sheaffer made very nice pens and I'm happy to have some. My favourite is a Triumph Touchdown desk pen: writes smoothly in regular and reverse, moderately wet, and comfortable to handle. Thanks for the show.
Thanks for sharing! I agree: they used to make some amazing pens. I recently received some of their low cost modern offerings, and I'm curious to review them. But, just handling them, I feel like their quality will not compare to these older pens.
Sheaffers in general (ex PFM) are not collectible, like other lesser known brands, doesn't mean they are not great pens just not sought after. Market-driven pricing.
That's part of the fun for me. A lot of the pens I buy are not the well known brands.
These are wonderful pens! I still use mine, although I am on the second converter. Mine was a graduation present, in sterling silver and with a 14K nib.
The beauty of a converter is that it can be replaced! If my steel Sheaffer is any indication, you have a nice one!
What kind of ink do you use?
Thank you Jason , nice pen . I have an Imperial I from 1962 which i like a lot and you can pick some of the imperials up for decent money if your prepared to do a little polishing and cleaning. The one Sheaffer I've always wanted is a PFM but the decent ones are too expensive and the ones i can afford need work and they are very tricky to fix and i think beyond my capabilities.
My bomo Art Journal arrived and i have to say i am very impressed.
Sheaffer is a great brand. It surprises me that they are not more popular among collectors. I agree on the PFM: that snorkel would be well outside my comfort zone as well.
I'm glad you're enjoying the Bomo Art Journal! I love the idea of supporting a small artisan like that.
One of my favorite pens is a 1949 Sheaffer ‘FAT’ Touchdown. I know its date because that’s the only year it was made. I like it so much I have been adding older Sheaffers to my collection. They are all excellent writers and while I do have a few truly vintage pens that I don’t use often, my Sheaffers are always in rotation. If it has a white dot and a short clip I’m probably gonna love it.🖋❤️
I'm impressed by those that I have tried. Pens in Use this week will briefly show two more.
My 330 (burgundy) is the best $40 I have yet spent on a pen. One day I will get an upscale Sheaffer pen, too.
They are great. I've been quite impressed with this one.
Lovely review, thank you Jason. I have a couple of unknown, inexpensive Sheaffers from the 1960s.They are still good to use despite being unlisted. Going by your calculation method, I can only call pens vintage if they are pre-1940s. I'm still trying to work out how I slipped into being part of the older generation.
It's funny how we all have to redefine "vintage"...
And, yes, these lesser known Sheaffers are quite good. I have another one coming in a few weeks which is also quite impressive.
Textron is the company that use to own Sheaffer. Now owned by Cross pens. I have the same model with a gold plated nib that the company sent me as a replacement. I have 2 Sheaffer student pens from the mid 1950s with semi hooded nibs that write better than any of the others. I used a similar model in high school in the 1960s but eventually wore out the thread on refilling section. Won't happen again because I refill the ink cartridges with a syringe.
I believe Sheaffer is now owned by an Indian company. I'm excited to see what they do with it!
Refilling cartridges is a good way to use them!
As a fellow child of the 70s, I would have to agree with your thoughts on the word vintage 😀
Thank you!
Thanks for showing that pen off. The inlaid nib is really good looking.
I really enjoy this pen. I need to ink it up as my daily writer again.
Nice review. ...really like my sheaffer imperial 440 in black...use it as my daily writer in class. ..with Diamine Damson ink
These really were good pens. It's a shame that Sheaffer moved away from them.
That is my favourite shirt out of all the ones you wear on the channel.
Thank you!
That's a good looking pen! I'm slowly being tempted by vintage Sheaffers the more I stumble across people using them or collecting them
This is a good one.
Im deffinetly getting that 60's-70's vibe from this pen too.
I think i want a sheaffer! Which one is the question... A vac filler would be coooool.
Not another converter pen.
Ps: i always really like when you leave lots of time at the end of the video, to just look at the pen and find my next video! Something about a short pause before youtube puts another add in my face is wonderfull. I like the chill music too hehe.
I try to leave that time at the end of my actual reviews. A good tour of the pen, and at the end for those who aren't into that kind of thing.
I have used 330 Sheaffer pens since I was in high school in the 70s, but after the company was sold I had trouble finding the cartridges for a couple of years. When I did find them in stores again, I immediately began having problems with ink flow. I had never needed to clean my pen at all before, I just wrote a lot and kept it charged with the same jet black ink. I tried cleaning it, but it didn't seem to help. Finally I located another new old stock one, but I had the same problems. I've come to the conclusion that there is something wrong with the ink in the cartridges. Is there a bottle ink you would recommend for these pens?
Sorry to hear about your troubles. I'm not very familiar with Sheaffer inks. I like the Lamy inks, and Pelikan 4001 is also pretty problem free.
the Sheaffer 330 is fantastic, very , very real great, but don't use modern Sheaffer ink, in two different cans I found lumps, it is made in Slovenia..... I solved it by buying a modern 96700 Sheaffer piston converter, the one on sale today goes perfectly on the 330.Do not buy Sheaffer 70s converter in rubber and sheet metal, they dry the ink in a short time, because the rubber passes the air, I only use plexiglass piston converter, I then use Diamine ink or Quink Parker ink .... and I use the Sheaffer 330 without any problem.
This pen is nearly identical to a Sheaffer that I have. I don't know the history but I believe my pen belonged to a family member who died in 1973. My Sheaffer has the same squared ends but the clip is longer and has "Lifetime" stamped into it. The nib has "Sheaffer Lifetime" and also has "14k" stamped into it. The pen I have seems to have been made specifically to use disposable cartridges. The section has that pointed tube for puncturing cartridges and for the ink to flow through.
Waski may correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the one he is showing here has a steel nib, so your pen might be of the actual Imperial line. Or at least, be more luxurious.
(actually, after looking around, I suspect yours is a Lifetime Imperial. If it has the same cap, I would guess an Imperial IV)
Wow! Very interesting, Sacha! Thanks for your input.
If yours has a gold nib, it is one of the better Imperials. I'm collecting more information before I review a Sheaffer Deluxe Imperial II in the coming weeks. I may have some sources of information in that review which help you.
Thank you for the information! I'm looking forward to what's ahead about the Imperials.
@@sachakahn2052 When Sheaffer first introduced the Imperials in 1963 they had "Lifetime" on the clip, nib and also on the cap. This had something to do with the company's 50th anniversary. They only did this for one year, and thereafter the "Lifetime" was not printed and they relied on the white dot to indicate the guarantee.
From Where it Purchase ,?.
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Look on eBay or a vintage retailer like Peyton Street pens.
Textron is the name of a conglomerate that owned Sheaffer for a while. I'm not exactly sure of the dates of ownership, but I seem to recall that it was not a good fit for either company. Early in Textron's history they were heavily into textiles, hence the "Text" part of the name. Over the years, Textron has been involved in disparate industries such as snowmobiles, small aircraft and helicopters, lawn tractors, defense contracting, etc.
For a while, Sheaffer was owned by Bic, the French manufacturer of those stick pens and disposable razors. They are now owned by A T Cross. They now seem to be focusing on lower end pens. Alas, I don't think they produce anymore pens with inlaid nibs. I think the highest end pens they produce today are variations of the Prelude.
Back in the day, even their cheap pens with inlaid nibs where great writers.
@@Allthough I am fortunate enough to have a Triumph Imperial Palladium. Both cap and barrel are plated in palladium. The clip and the nib are plated in 23 K gold. It has a mirror finish which is somewhat rare. I've seen a lot of similar pens with a brush finish, but not too many with the mirror finish. My understanding is that they were only made from 1995 to 1997. I got it on an eBay auction for around $30 in the early 2000s.
This is one of my favorite, if not my favorite pens. It looks great, is the right weight, and is smooth as glass on paper.
Thank you! Yes, Sheaffer has been bounced around. My fear is that as the "low end" branch of Cross, the name will disappear along with the great pens they once made.
Love those Sheaffer pens.
Thank you. Yes, these are "sleepers" but very good pens.
I was always taught in the collecting world that Vintage = something that was 25years old to 50-yrs old, Classic = something that was 50yrs -100years old and Antique = something that was 100+ years old.
I'm in that 25-50 year gap. I refuse to be vintage! :) But I have heard this as well, possibly with some variation in numbers.
Perhaps a term to use instead of "vintage pens" for pens near our age group, would be "old school." (I guess that could have its misconceptions as well....but it's NOT "vintage"😆😆).
Great video.
I could live with old school!
I like these a lot.
I'm quite pleased with it.
Classic?
I could be happy being classic.
A mature pen, I suppose I could call myself 'used' .....too funny...You're really quite amusing as of late. (even more than your usual)
Thank you!
I bet you bought it from Peyton Pens, like I did mine. It is a very nice writer, but it does feel like it was a $5 pen (in today's money) when it was new. But I'm not a pen snob, so I'm OK with that :-)
It was a cheap pen in its day. But it writes well.
Hey, there's nothing wrong with calling yourself "vintage". Vintage doesn't mean too old for anything, it just means seasoned, more experienced, and better. Celebrate it.
I've passed vintage and am rapidly approaching antique. That's a whole other story.
I suppose I'm getting closer to "vintage". I used to say you're not old until you're 30. That's far in the rearview mirror. I'm just under halfway to antique.