W-E Doric Os (Crystallised)

[farmdogfan]

I found another W-E doric, this time a oversize (around 14,6 mm) green one, it´s in bad shape, both ends show crystallisation, but i´m hoping to be able to use for a some (limited) time.

 

 

Edited March 7, 2017 by farmdogfan

[Polanova]

Ah it`s a shame when that happens as it is such a nice pen.

If you`re lucky you might be able to use it for a few years maybe.

 

Beware: DON`T keep it in a box or case together with other celluloid pens as the crystallization is actually contagious!!!

[farmdogfan]

Yes, it´s a shame that there aren´t any cure for it.

 

Thanks for the advice, i will be carefull.

[mhphoto]

I've read from Wahlnut's posts that there is a technique involving melted camphor to arrest the spread of the crystallization, and I contacted him for more information but never got a reply. Perhaps maybe if someone else tries.

[farmdogfan]

Yes, i remember that i read that, but as far as i remember it was just a way to fix cracks, not stop the crystallizing (i could be wrong of course).

[swordofthedove]

Richard Binder's site says he just repairs new crack as they form, to increase the longevity as much as possible

[sidthecat]

Perhaps voodoo might be involved?

[farmdogfan]

Perhaps voodoo might be involved?

That would´nt surprise me.