| The purpose of the Esterbrook
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The Esterbrook Company over the years. Contributions of information to
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| Esterbrook # 688 Oval Point |
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| Description: An up-tapering body with a sharp point with an turned-up tip. Rectangular vent hole. "T" slits at the shoulders. Gray finish. |
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| Remarks: This pen appears to be a reprise of the Majestic pen produced by Esterbrook. The turned-up tip means this pen is intended as a writer. Description in 1938 Esterbrook Catalog
Firm, medium, oval point. A splendid bank and counter pen. Gray finish Gold plated"
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| Reference: The existence of this pen is confirmed or surmised by the following: Listed in the Cameron Amberg & Co Stationery Catalog #85, Chicago, May 1918, p 67 & 68. (Contributed by Andrew Midkiff) Listed in the 1938 Esterbrook Pen Catalog Listed in Whiteapple Multimedia Vintage Nib Chart Seen in Esterbrook Salesman Sample Cases Listed by Internet Vendor(s) Listed in Internet Auctions Listed in Chappy's Nibs |
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