broken cap on sheaffer targa 1003 matte black GP trim gold nib repairable?

[smartcashmere]

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The smaller and first part of the cap of my Targa has cracked and was glued together. Is it still repairable like new? What is the Targa made of anyways, graphite?

 

What about the matte finish which is now glossy? Can that be restored too?

 

Also is it worth it or should I just get another one? Can Targas nibs be customized? I'm thinking about this option for the repair project to be more worthwhile since I have a feeling it will cost more than what it is worth.

 

Thanks!

 

 

 

 

[Ron Z]

Repairing the Targa cap involves removing the cap clutch, then the inner cap. The button on top and clip are held on with a screw that's under the inner cap. I don't know that I have any of the black tops, but I do have some of the gold tops, which were seen on the pens, but usually with gold ends.

 

When I was in the repair center last year, there was a whole drawer with caps where the brass on the button had split. Evidently not uncommon.

 

The finish on the pens will take on a patina after a while. If you replaced the cap, it would not match the barrel. Personally, I would have the top replaced with a gold button. You'd get a new cap clutch as part of the deal. I do have the parts.

 

Targa nibs can be customized by grinding, but you can not retip an inlaid nib. So figure finer rather than wider when ground.