Pens going for restoration

Over the past year or so I've picked up a few pens at the local antique mall, only one of which is in anything close to writing condition. I have considered many times attempting a restoration my self but common sense has finally won out and I will be sending the pens to someone who knows what they are doing.

Based on recommendations in this forum and others, earlier this evening I contacted Danny Fudge at thewritepen.com

I was very pleasantly surprised by the prompt response (about 15 min., after business hours!). I will be packing up my pens and shipping them this weekend. Keeping in mind I am no expert on pen identification, the pens are as follows:

- Esterbrook (J or SJ?) with a 9550 nib. This one writes but leaks and I LOVE the Extra Fine hard as a nail nib!
- Sheaffer Jr. Based on the (gold plated?) nib stamped Made in Canada, but I know nothing else
- Sheaffer. 14k nib (stamped 14k - 585 and 33), also made in Canada
- Epenco, nib stamped Maple Leaf

In keeping with the "Pic's or it didn't happen" mantra here are the before pics:


I will post an update with after pics and writing samples when they are back.

Those are nice pens.

I run 9550's in a few of my Estys also. nice nibs for sure.

Got them back! VERY happy with the work and service from Danny Fudge at thewritepen!

I've only inked one so far. I will post the rest as they get filled.


The Pen is a Sheaffer and it's made in Canada. No clue on model of vintage. Thoughts so far...

Pen body MUCH smaller than what I prefer (and too small to actually fit in my hand, so this if the first pen I own that I need to post.


Nib is fairly smooth and has a little flex. Apart from the size, I like it. Also, damn happy with the re-sack!

I had Danny restore a Sheaffer Crest snorkel pen that had belonged to my dad. I was very pleased with his work. He replies promptly to emails, has very reasonable prices, and has a quick turn around. I'd recommend him for sure.

For a small pen like that you put the cap on the back to make it longer.

or you are a giant.

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For a small pen like that you put the cap on the back to make it longer.

or you are a giant.

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lol - The pen is about 4 1/2 inches uncapped. So far, I do not post any of my other pens when writing but I will have to with this one.