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Hello Enthusiasts,

 

I am an amateur collector of fountain pens with a particular interest in specific models (as opposed to entire brands). However, I have found that am particularly drawn to Conway Stewart’s of all models. I find the designs attractive and, in general, like the feel of pens in my hand and the smoothness of the nibs.

I recently acquired a pen clearly marked as follows:

Conway Stewart Pen

The International

No. 350 M (Mottled)

 

It is the 5th pen from the left (top row) in the attached photo. I have found numerous references to the 350 but not in a mottled version. Does anyone know anything more about this pen?

Michael Reich

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Yes! Thank you - corrected.

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The M Suffix denotes a 1920's MHR pen

 

With a nice collection like that, and an interest in the marque, I would strongly suggest you acquire Steve Hull's book on the history of CS. (If you cannot source one locally then PM me, I can probably help)

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Thank you for your suggestion about the book. I ordered a copy last week and am anxiously awaiting delivery.

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Very nice collection. The tiger eye looks really good!

The two cracked iced patterns look quite different, which is interesting too.

The Hull is great read for CS collectors.

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Thank you. The Hull book has been a great read. I appreciate the writer's balance regarding the history of the company, the people, the real estate and pens. Not a pen book but a company biography. Extremely well researched Mr. Hull.

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I have it from the horse's mouth (so to speak) that his next book, the long awaited History of DLR / Onoto will be available to purchase in October (that is 2016 ;) ). He is taking orders now for the 100 hard bound limited edition version.

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Thanks for the info. Sounds like a future addition to the library.

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Thanks Barci.

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