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I was hoping someone could tell me more about this blue Conklin. I've photographed it next to an Italian "Electa" pen by Ceriani (I think), which has a very similar clip. The Conklin appears to be of 1930s production and resembles a Sub-Endura aside from the curious over-the-top clip. Imprint reads: Conklin / Trade Mark / Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A.

 

I've been collecting Conklins for 20 years and don't recall ever seeing one of these. Unfortunately, I sold my copy of Mur's volume. Does anyone know the story behind this'n? Was it perhaps a product of collaboration with another maker? And is there any significance to the cross-and-circle motif stamped into the bottom of both of these clips?

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I should also mention that there are no holes drilled in the cap for a standard clip. In all appearances, this is a factory job. Anyone have any ideas?

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