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[Cryptos]

Hi there,

 

I was thinking about an old Sheaffer snorkel that my father used to own. Cannot recall precise details but I believe - dredging from an over-30 year old memory - that it was probably a Statesman. Anywho, I seem to have developed a bit of a hankering to have one - I'm sure many of you have this urge!

 

A quick call to my mother reveals that she (or any of the family) do not recall what happened to the pen after my father passed on, which is a pity as it would have made a perfect gift for me - nice pen + sentimentality.

 

And so, I am left searching the interwebs for a replacement. However, I have two major problems:

 

1. How do I know that what is being offered is genuine

2. What prices shoudl I be considering.

 

Oh, I know I could simply search ebay (or similar) to see prices, but I have no idea whether these are fair or not considering the 2nd-hand status of these pens. I am quite prepared to have one restored (by the mysterious Sean, whose contact details I cannot seem to find on FPN for want of looking).

 

So, I turn to the fine body of ladies, gentlemen and others who inhabit this space for advice. Also, if there are better options than ebay I would really appreciate a link or two (via PM if it would otherwise be frwoned upon in the forum).

 

Cheers!

[Ron_L]

Actually eBay is a good indicator. Type in the pen name, click advanced on the right side of the screen, click sold listings. That will show you what they sell for.

[ac12]

The other option is to buy it from a dealer that is known to restore the pens properly.

That way you also do not have the problem of dealing with a pen in need of restoration to make it work. Because return shipping for you will be expensive.

 

This one for example is already restored.

http://www.peytonstreetpens.com/sheaffer-admiral-snorkel-1950s-grey-fine-restored.html

Edited March 29, 2014 by ac12

[Cryptos]

I don't know any dealers... that's why the title says "New to the game"

[estie1948]

I went on a quick look and found these (in addition to the site listed by ac12):

 

http://www.andersonpens.net/sheaffer-snorkel-touchdown-pens-s/1907.htm

and

http://www.ink-pen.com/sheaffer.php

and

http://www.vintagepens.com/catill_Sheaffer_Touchdown_Snorkel.shtml

 

This site lists a history of Sheaffer pens with photos that might be helpful to you: http://captainchang.com/pens/sheaffer.html

Hope this helps.

 

-David.

[Cryptos]

Thanks, gives me a start!

[KBeezie]

I purchased a Snorkel Admiral from a seller on ebay for $41 who seems to offer sac replacement and such (ie: someone who knows better) who listed it as saying the pen 'might' not fill, but would have been easy to test anyways.

 

Got it completely restored to like-new condition for $35 (inc the shipping back) by https://www.facebook.com/pages/Write-on-Time-Vintage-Pens-Watches-Restoration-and-Service/208871225809681

 

He's also the one I purchased my completely restored Sheaffer Touchdown Admiral in Evergreen Green from, and he also sells snorkels and other sheaffers himself restored with a year warranty on the restoration on his own ebay store: http://www.ebay.com/sch/snicholson_2008/m.html?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEFSXS%3AMESOI&_trksid=p2053788.m1543.l2654

 

But yea the 'sold/completed' listing can be a good indicator, but it usually depends on their condition, model rarity, color rarity, etc etc.

 

Personally I'm just glad I know a guy, that if I buy a snorkel for cheap, as long as it's not missing any pieces I can get it completely restored for 35 dollars more.

Edited March 29, 2014 by KBeezie

[OcalaFlGuy]

Thomas Bickman a FPNer also sells his restored pens on Fleabay as TBickiii

 

He is a long term restorer with a well earned great reputation. He gets a fair amount of Snorkies.

 

Bruce in Ocala, Fl

[KBeezie]

Thomas Bickman a FPNer also sells his restored pens on Fleabay as TBickiii

 

He is a long term restorer with a well earned great reputation. He gets a fair amount of Snorkies.

 

Bruce in Ocala, Fl

 

And another one added to followed sellers...