Townsend Master List?

[MrThoth]

The first "really good" fountain pen I ever got was a Cross Townsend, and even today they remain my general favorite among all the pens I own -- the colors, style, and weight are what define "pleasing" in a fountain pen for me.

 

I already own several Townsends, and I already know of several more I want to acquire when finances permit. I was wondering if anyone knows of a "master list" of all Townsend models Cross has ever produced. If I have to I'll bug Cross customer service, but I figured I'd get quicker, and perhaps even better, information from the collectors here.

 

Note: I did find https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/222246-cross-townsend-finishes/ which is a big help.

Edited July 5, 2014 by MrThoth

[Florida Blue]

I remember a thread from several years ago that had a list of Townsend finishes, but I can't seem to find it. The search function can be difficult to use.

 

The thread you posted seems pretty good, but is missing some.

 

This might be a good opportunity to attempt a complete list of Cross Townsend finishes and models.

[Pen Nut]

I still have a Titainium one inked up for daily use and do regret getting rid of a solid silver one I once had.

[MrThoth]

 

 

This might be a good opportunity to attempt a complete list of Cross Townsend finishes and models

 

Don't tempt me; I think I have enough on my plate for the next couple of months. But we'll see....

[Pen Nut]

Does anyone remember a Cross advert, think the Townsend featured in it, and the wording was something like " some pens do the work while others sign the pay cheques " . Going back a bit to be honest and think it was in a dedicated pen magazine.

[rh968]

Tomorrow (with any luck) I will be getting a Special Edition Townsend fountain pen and ballpoint in platinum. Anybody know what date these were made?