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1994 Pilot Vanishing Point Info?


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Hi,

 

I have a near mint / mint pilot vanishing point which seems to be a 1994 model.

 

Does anyone know more of this pen?

I'm looking to sell it for a fair price but I think I can't compare it with modern versions.

 

The pen is faceted plastic.

the nib is 14ct yellow gold.

Inside is a cartridge with a metal cap over it

The color is dark blue and the clip and trims are stainless. The trims are not so shiny as the modern versions.

The color is brighter in real life than the pictures show.

 

Please see attached pictures.

 

Thanks!

Lennard

Nib (re)plating: please visit www.Dutchpen.com

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Yup, I have three or four of them. Like that version far more than the newer ones. No idea of pricing though.

 

Try asking Carmen.

 

 

 

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The price of vanishing point pens is actually quite moderate, unless it is considered especially desirable, so it would benefit you to do a little research to find out if it is a highly desired color and finish. The difference in price may be very significant, as much as doubling the value, though this is not a typical situation. I don't deal in them and only have three for my personal use, all of the less valuable type, but which all write quite well and are truely excellent pens.

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I've seen these pens at a few pen shows in the US, where the asking price was between $250 and $300, depending on the condition of the pen.

Also check ebay -- in the US, these were sold as "Namiki Vanishing Point" pens.

 

The pens that command higher prices are the ones with the matte black "stealth" finish, so long as they're in good condition.

They're rarer than the pens made with colored plastic, because that finish shows more wear with use.

Scientia potentia est.

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Hi,

 

Thanks for all the replies!

It is a nice pen indeed. I have 3 modern VP's and this older version that I want to sell. This older version is indeed a nicer pen.

Nib (re)plating: please visit www.Dutchpen.com

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