I just picked up this Sheaffer Balance pen that was advertised as an OS. However, when it finally arrived in the mail today it was not an OS but an FP/MP Combination. The metal pencil end is missing but the pen is in great shape and has very nice colour. Would anyone know where I might be able to get the missing piece and have it restored? Also what is a pen like this worth?

Thanks for your help.

Ashley

I sent a link to my favorite vintage fountain pen restorer, Mike Carter, the Fountain Pen Recycler, to see if he can help you. You can e-mail him yourself at Mike Carter's e-mail or check out his website at www.fountainpenrecycler.com.

No affiliation, just a satisfied repeat customer.

Mike

Congratulations on your find. It is a very early Balance, judging from the long, humped, ball-end clip and pinned lever.

You may also contact Daniel, a forum member, at http://home.comcast.net/~kirchh/Pen_Restoration/index.html