Take apart an Esterbook

[seanruss]

Hi all,

I have an Esterbrook J model that I recently purchased. The seller said that it does work. When I look at it from the inside it looks intact. The problem is that I am unable to take it apart to examine it further. Is there a special way to do this or is it just seized up?

[seanruss]

I got it now, nevermind. Thanks

[hawkgnat]

I'm not sure what you are trying to do. Are you unable to get the section out of the barrel? Are you unable to unscrew the nib? What do you mean by "look at it from the inside"?

 

Could you possibly post some photos?

[koa]

Yes! Curious minds want to know! How do you fit into the barrel of an Estie to look at it from the inside? :hmm1: (And I am interested, if you get some good instructions on J-bar removal and re-installation.)

[rachelcarpenter]

Yes! Curious minds want to know! How do you fit into the barrel of an Estie to look at it from the inside? :hmm1: (And I am interested, if you get some good instructions on J-bar removal and re-installation.)

 

i second that j-bar curiosity! hunting around now in the forums for where to get a replacement j-bar...

[OcalaFlGuy]

Tryphon, Woodbine or maybe Pendemonium.

 

My vote here goes to Tryphon as they not only have the j-bars but sacs, shellac, talc and all kind of other goodies you can have fun with. (Not to mention that Sylvia and Giovanni are good peoples.) I think while Pendemonium may have the j-bars, I know they don't carry talc.

 

Bruce in Ocala, FL

[hawkgnat]

My comparison shopping has indicated that of the above companies, Tryphon has the largest selection of restoration supplies, Woodbin has slightly lower prices, and Pendemonium has a wider selection of general fountain pen merchandise (but no J bars, in fact).

 

I've done my business with Woodbin, and can't think of a single negative thing to say about the experience. J bars are $3.50 from each website, so take your pick.