Crusader Question

[Zookie]

I bought a Crusader at an antique store yesterday for a whopping 3 USD!

Looks very nice, good nib, but it has a crunchy sac.

Before taking off the section, I'm asking the experts here for some advice on removing the section. The pen is US made, and I understand that the sections are prone to breaking.

Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated !!

 

Thanks,

Doug from the Zone

Edited June 10, 2018 by Zookie

[Ernst Bitterman]

Keep it warm and don't work at it so long that frustration starts to creep in. The main problem is that Waterman often textured the part of the section which lies inside the barrel for better traction, and in the years since the barrel has shrunk enough to really grab on. I've only run into a couple that would not let go, but for most of the rest it has taken a great lashings of patience and frequent reapplication of warming.

[Zookie]

Thank you so much! It's really nice,and I want to bring it back to life.