r/Pen_Swap 3d ago

Monthly Confirmation September 2026 Confirmed Trade Thread

11 Upvotes

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r/Pen_Swap 10h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS pilot vanishing point, platinum, Leonardo’s, customs

13 Upvotes

CONUS add $10 for shipping. All pens come in original boxes

Verification &photos: https://imgur.com/a/1WXjCcc

  1. [B] excellent condition, inked once.[REDUCED] Leonardo MZG 2.0 Dutch pen show exclusive 2024 14k extra fine $500. #30 out of 100 pens made Will include original packaging which comes with black ink bottle. Comes with black ink bottle
  2. [B] excellent condition Leonardo MZG 2.0 Sakura <EF> flex only inked once

$225

⁠3. [B] Radius settimo x stilo e stile Desidero <F> $125

  1. [B] excellent contrition LE Pilot vanishing point Taiwan 30th edition fine point. $700

5~~. [B] esterbrook estie LE DPS sugar rush fine nib. great condition only inked a few times $250 SOLD~~

6. [B] esterbrook estie Winter white extra fine. Inked a few times $165 SOLD

  1. [B] platinum 3776 chamomile tea LE fine cursive smooth italic. $700

  2. [B] platinum 3776 chai tea LE $600

  3. [B] zodiac pen co primary manipulation lite cancer model <EF> $120


r/Pen_Swap 6h ago

WTT-OPEN [WTT] your Sailor 21k pro gear nib for my 21 k music nib

6 Upvotes

I bought this beautiful Soda Pop Blue pro gear today with a music nib and I have realized after writing a few pages, that it's just much too broad for my taste. I'm hoping I can find a Sailor music nib enthusiast out there who would be open to trading their 21 k pro gear nib for my music nib. I'm open to any size smaller than music, and I don't want a Zoom either for the same reason. If I can be picky, I'd really like an F or MF.

Verification photos and writing sample found here : https://imgur.com/a/dVe1zYb


r/Pen_Swap 10h ago

WTB-OPEN [WTB] Kaweco DIY Sport 2026 Glow in the Dark

8 Upvotes

Anybody have one of these they’re willing to part with? Missed my chance here and I’m mildly obsessed with glow in the dark things lately.

Canada preferred

Thanks


r/Pen_Swap 12h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Pilot 743, Nahvalur Voyage, Diplomat Cobra and Aero

10 Upvotes

Photos + verification: https://imgur.com/a/sXLoE1R

🟢 Pilot Custom 743 Black [F] - $285
Condition: B (pen body) / D (nib swap). The nib itself is B physical condition too—rating D because it was swapped from a Custom 823. 14k gold fine nib. Pen includes box and converter.

Nahvalur Voyage Pride [S1.1] - $95
A2 condition. Inked once, basically new. Gold-plated stainless steel stub nib. Piston-filler. Includes original box.

🟢 Diplomat Cobra [EF] - $115
A2 condition. Inked once, basically new. Stainless steel extra fine nib. Includes original box and converter.

🟢 Diplomat Aero Turquoise [M] - $130
A2 condition. Inked once, basically new. Stainless steel medium nib. Includes original box and converter.

Add $6 for shipping. Payment via PPG&S.


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] (CONUS) Various Vintage User Pens (Waterman, Sheaffer) and Gold Nib Lot

13 Upvotes

Cutting down the stash. Shipping within the United States only, apologies to international buyers.

IMPORTANT: Paypal G&S Only. Paypal shipping address is the only address I will ship to (no drop shipping unless that is your official Paypal address).

Proof and pics – https://imgur.com/a/rahzi8O

Waterman 16 Smooth [PARTS] – No nib on this large eyedropper body. More pics: https://imgur.com/a/yTcKGvd SOLD $75

Waterman 16 BCHR [C] - Eyedropper filler BCHR with clip. A Manifold nib, which means it is very firm. SOLD $200

Sheaffer 46 Special Black [C] – Recently fitted with new sac. $65

Sheaffer 46 Special Coral [C] – Recently fitted with new sac. $85

Sheaffer #2 Self-Filler [B] – Excellent condition! Recently fitted with new sac. $70

Parker Duofold Senior [D] – Bottom of the nib has a crack that is stable while installed and does not affect function. Recently fitted with new sac. $150

Waterman 55 Frankenpen [D] – Cardinal body 55 with a very beat up cap... $140

Waterman 56 [C] - Probably from the 1920s, this is a classic with a nice metal ring on the cap lip for sturdiness. Manifold nib, so Extra-Fine with zero flex. $180

Silver Overlay Eyedropper [B] – Eyedropper filler. Unknown maker. Sterling silver overlay in art nouveau pattern. $160

Waterman 12 POC [C] - Eyedropper Filler with Threaded Cap – “German Silver” Clip Cap, which puts this right at the beginning of 1914 – it was only introduced in 1914 and they stopped calling it “German Silver” when WWI broke out... History in a pen! SOLD $160

Waterman 12 SF [D] – Sleeve filler recently fitted with new sac. Small crack in body has been repaired. Evident discoloration from age. More pics: https://imgur.com/a/rb1eUO8 SOLD $120

Mottled Red Oversize [D] – Fitted with #8 Size Sheaffer Lifetime nib. Recently fitted with new sac. SOLD $75

Variety of Nibs [PARTS] – Various vintage 14k Gold nibs. Aikin Lambert #6, WS Hicks, etc... Waterman Man 200 nib is 18k, the rest are 14k. Nib proof: https://i.imgur.com/BQEZUe4.jpeg SOLD $275


r/Pen_Swap 11h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Leonardo Momento Zero Grande #8

6 Upvotes

Verification & Photos

Leonardo Momento Zero Grande in Blue Marina Capri - Fine steel nib

Rating: [D] for nib swap, [B] otherwise - I swapped the steel #8 nib from a Gravitas Monster into the Leonardo body. Only the nib was swapped, it retains the Leonardo feed. Box, ink, and papers as pictured are all included.

Price $275 USD shipped - CONUS only - PayPal G&S only


r/Pen_Swap 13h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS - Leonardo, TWSBI, Lamy, Kaweco (US)

8 Upvotes

Verification / photos:
Album with all pens and writing samples with description of the pens labeled by each picture so you can quickly find which pen you are looking for: https://imgur.com/a/gw1wBiy

Shipping & payment:

  • USPS Ground Advantage $8 for smaller pens, $10 for larger pen boxes. Can add insurance/signature for higher-value pens at your request.
  • CONUS strongly preferred; can discuss international at buyer’s risk and expense
  • PayPal Goods & Services only, per r/Pen_Swap rules
  • Pens will be wrapped safely and securely

Please comment then PM/Chat if you’re interested. I’m happy to answer questions or provide close-ups and additional writing samples on any pen.

Pens for sale

  • Kaweco Sport Iridescent Pearl (Medium Steel Nib): $30 [SOLD]
    • Condition: B
    • Comes with converter and clip ($11 value included). May still have box if you'd like.
  • Lamy Al-Star Turmaline (Medium Steel Nib): $30
    • Condition: B
    • Comes with converter ($6 value included). Does not come with box.
  • TWSBI Eco Smoke Rose Gold (1.1 Stub Steel Nib): $40 [SOLD]
    • Condition: B
    • Comes with box and utensils for taking pen apart
  • Leonardo x Muze Pens Momento Magico "Lion's Rock Green" (Medium Steel Nib): $260 [SOLD]
    • Condition: A2
    • Comes with box

r/Pen_Swap 12h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS]Leonardo, TWSBI, Kakuno

6 Upvotes

Verification photos

Trimming my collection and selling following pens:

A2 condition Leonard Momento Grand Zero 2.0 Chocolate Cosmos with rose gold medium nib and hardware. Comes with original packaging and ink bottle. Selling for $350.

SOLD A1 condition TWSBI ECO Matcha with fine nib. Selling for $65.

SOLD A1 condition Kakuno with a medium nib. This set comes with a con-40 converter, ink cartridges and a metal bookmark. Selling for $40.

Shipping is $8 per order. Only shipping to CONUS. PayPal G&S for payment. All sub rules apply. Please comment below before sending chat.

Thank you!


r/Pen_Swap 13h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Palisades (aka Taccia) Oblique Sierra Lime - Faceted Urushi

7 Upvotes

Verification and album

Condition: B

Nib: 18k Medium, made by Sailor

Price: $800 OBO, including insured shipping in the US

A beautiful, glassy urushi finish on a twisting faceted body. I purchased this from Taccia at the San Francisco Pen Show in 2022, before they had fully launched the Palisades line. It's an artist proof numbered 00/33. There are a few very light scratches around the section. When I first noticed them a few years ago I examined the cap and brushed out a small burr that may have been the cause, but I'm not sure. There have been no scratches since then, and I'm confident it's not an ongoing issue. In most lighting they aren't very visible. The rest of the finish is pristine. I've probably spent as much time just twirling it in the light and admiring it as I have writing with it.

For reference, here's the model on Palisades site: https://palisadespen.com/products/palisades-oblique-sierra-lime

I'm happy to share more pictures or answer any questions. Thank you for looking!


r/Pen_Swap 11h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Pineider Alchemist Kilauea Blue Zeolite - Medium steel nib

4 Upvotes

Verification & Photos

Pineider Alchemist Kilauea Blue Zeolite - Medium steel nib

Rating: [C] - There is a scratch on the bottom side of the pen right where the edge of the cap sits. It is visible in the included photos. When capped and when writing you don't see it. This pen is made from Pineider's Zeolite material which is similar to Visconti's Lava material. Box and papers as pictured are included. Pen did not come with a converter but I have included a Schmidt converter because I used the supplied cartridge.

Price $150 USD shipped - CONUS only - PayPal G&S only


r/Pen_Swap 12h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Lots of ink! Platinum, Pilot, Sailor, Colorverse, Bungubox

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’ve got a big box of ink to sell. For ease of pricing, I’ll start at $12 for each bottle. Everything is 80% to 100% full. Here's the list:

Platinum Lavender Black

Kobe mystery ink

Sailor Manyo Ayame

Pilot Iroshizuku Yama Budo

Colorverse Milky Lavender

Sailor 752, 770, 280, 970

Lennon Tool Bar Sesame Oil

Bungubox Sweet Potato Yellow

Bungubox Sweet Potato Purple

Sailor Manyo Yamabuki

Sailor Shikiori green

Pilot Iroshizuku Yu Yake

Sailor Manyo Kuzu

Sailor Shikiori Pink

Sailor Kyokuya

Robert Oster Heart of Gold (shimmer)

+$8-10 for shipping and G&S fees!

Verification, photos, and ink swatches: https://imgur.com/a/BNSamaZ

Thanks!


r/Pen_Swap 15h ago

WTS-OPEN {WTS} Pen De-stash. Pilot VP Decimo, Al-star, Franklin-Christoph, Before Breakfast, TWSBI, Delike Brass, Hongdian N7

7 Upvotes

Verification and gallery.

New: Franklin-Christoph #6 NIB AND FEED. HPSteel FLEX EF. $25

Before Breakfast Onigiri with magnetic cap, blush/pink anodized aluminum, converter, F. Grade A2. $85.

SOLD New: Pilot, Vanishing Point Decimo, dark grey mica, converter, 18k nib (M or F available). No box. $120.

SOLD New. Franklin-Christoph #66 “Antique Glass” Acrylic Demonstrator/Eyedropper. $145.

SOLD TWSBI Eco Black with silver trim, piston, Medium. Grade A2. $25.

SOLD New: Lamy Al Star, gold/copper body and silver clip, EF. Includes orange Lamy cartridge. $10

Chinese Pen Bundle $35

A2: Delike/Majohn black brass travel pocket pen, knurled, converter, EF 0.5mm "Bent" Nib, $10

A2: Hongdian N7 Moon/Month Rabbit, grey pearl and black, piston, EF. $25

D: Hongdian Forest White Birch, missing clip, converter, Fude nib. $5

Prices include postage to USA. International postage additional.


r/Pen_Swap 12h ago

Closed [WTB] Singapore Pen Show exclusive 👀

4 Upvotes

Super last minute WTB post, but I am searching for someone who can pick up a specific item for me from Singapore Pen Show this Saturday 🙏 I would be happy to compensate for your time and all other expenses (eg international shipping to either Japan or US)

Thank you for looking 🦋 please drop a comment before DM-ing :)

This community is the absolute best 🥹 WTB request closed!! ✨


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Wahl Eversharp Doric, #7 wet noodle flex adjustable nib in Morocco Pearl

6 Upvotes

Hi friends!

pics/verification!

I have (pictured) a Wahl-Eversharp Doric gen 1 fountain pen, with the #7 adjustable 14kt gold flex nib in the rarest color “Morocco pearl”. I purchased this just days ago from someone locally who does restoration on vintage FPs. I was truly smitten as soon as I saw it, which led to me purchasing it when I definitely should not have. Let me explain — I am brand new to fountain pens (like, I started less than a month ago) and I now own a pen that is really out of my league of FP knowledge. I love this pen, I showed pictures to all of my FP friends & acquaintances and everyone was obsessed. However, a friend made a really good point that I am still so new to FPs, I have no business owning a pen this nice (especially with a WET NOODLE FLEX NIB like this) without at the very least trying out a wider range of FPs and gaining some knowledge. Because of this, I have come to the decision that I need part with this pen.
I purchased it from a local antique booth where a guy does restoration on FPs, and he guarantees all his pens. I have written with it once (see video). It’s really stormy today and my verification images are kind of dark, so I’ve included other pics/videos of the pen with flash so you can thoroughly see the condition. I would rate this C+ because of the restoration. I’m really scared of the flex nib, so I’m sure someone who knows what they’re doing could produce a better performance with this pen than I did in the video.
Asking $750 OBO shipped CONUS.


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Montblanc 25 Safety pen ca. 1920s, Conid nib units, Sheaffer Targa

6 Upvotes

Verification/Album

For sale are some interesting pens and parts in varying conditions.

  1. Montblanc 25 Safety pen [D]. This is a very rare vintage Montblanc, and is highly collectible in good condition. This one is a user-grade example, which, according to the previous seller, has been serviced. It writes well, doesn't leak, and has nice dark hard rubber. I am discounting it heavily for the following reasons: 1. The pen is personalized, showing the name "Erwin Witte" engraved on the cap. 2. The two cap rings show some plating flaking/loss, as seen in the pictures. 3. It doesn't have a clip, which was normal for pens of this era but the original clips raise the value significantly. Imprints are visible, a little worn but totally legible, and star has a nice ivory patina. Nib writes beautifully and has flex. Since it's a safety pen, some ink accumulates in the feed when the nib is unscrewed, so it's super wet. This pen is quite rare--an example is listed here unpersonalized and with clip for $2995. Since this one is personalized and user-grade, I'm asking $1300.

  2. Conid Titanium nib unit [parts]. Full Conid TI size 8 Bock nib unit, medium, well-tuned. Asking $225.

  3. Conid Steel nib unit [parts]. Full Conid steel bock nib unit, medium ground to a stub. Asking $50.

  4. Sheaffer Targa black [D]. User-grade condition--lots of scratches, some parts showing the metal underneath the black coating. Writes beautifully with a 14k waverley nib that appears to be a fine. Asking $60.

Thanks for looking--please reach out with any questions or offers!


r/Pen_Swap 16h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] Otto Hutt Design 08 <F>

9 Upvotes

in Ruthenium 18k with box and leather sheath. #0095

Pics and verification

I bought this initially for my collection as I was really into fountain pens and heard that this pen was discontinued. As things go, I find myself getting into other hobbies so I am looking to rehome this pen.

As for the pen itself: It is a very BEAUTIFUL piece with no scratches. It writes a wet and smooth western fine line. The pen has a nice weight to it.

Selling for $850 shipped.


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS][Worldwide] Pelikan Souveran M800 & Sailor Realo 1911L Tenkuu Gensou

4 Upvotes

Picture

I'm going back to college and I need money to fund my study so I'm parting ways with my very precious pens. They have been inked, but I rarely use them and they mostly stay inside a box.

First about the M800, it has an F nib which writes like a Japanese M nib. I really like the color and it's kind of hard to find this particular color where I'm from.

I'd say the condition is A2. Price is 500 USD (or best offer) + shipping.

And the Realo 1911L Tenkuu Gensou. This model was only available in Japanese domestic market, and it is now discontinued. I really think it's impossible to find this pen in this condition for sale anywhere else.

Condition is A2. Price is 800 USD (or best offer) + shipping.

Thank you everyone.


r/Pen_Swap 12h ago

WTB-OPEN [WTB] Jean Pierre Lepine cactus pen!

3 Upvotes

Hey y'all! This one may be a long shot-I saw a photo of one of these weird little guys for the first time about a year ago and have been on the hunt for one ever since! I would LOVE to get my hands on one one day but haven't even seen one come up for sale so I have no idea what the price point even looks like. If you happen to have one (fountain pen or ballpoint!) that you're ready to move on I would love to chat!🌟


r/Pen_Swap 10h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS - Sheaffer Lifetime White Dot Fountain Desk Pens

2 Upvotes

Selling as a lot for $800. Will be shipped USPS Priority within the CONUS.

9 pens total and I'll also throw in another Sheaffer Lifetime nib.

I have not tested any of these.

https://imgur.com/a/aNhoMOG


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTS-OPEN WTS- Ink Samples for sale, new inks added, over 450 inks, 150+Ferris Wheel Press, Birmingham, Troublemaker, Monteverde, Diamine, Pilot Iroshizuku, Private Reserve, Sailor Shikiori, Birmingham Pen Co, Now offering free shipping on qualifying

4 Upvotes

Lots of new inks this week

WTS- Ink Samples for sale, new inks added, over 500 inks, 150+Ferris Wheel Press, Birmingham, Monteverde, Diamine, Pilot Iroshizuku, Private Reserve, Sailor Shikiori, Birmingham Pen Co, Now offering free shipping on qualifying orders.

Free standard shipping on order 40$+ CONUS pricing on spreadsheet is per ML Fast turn around, ordered typically shipped the next day.

I do vials from 3ML-5Ml with 3ML being the minimum. If you want more than 5ML I’ll need to check how much I have left of that ink before I can commit to a larger amount.

Ink list is here this is verification of my stock

Ask me about Mystery Ink Boxes for 40$

The inks below were recently added

Newly Added Inks

Birmingham Pen Co

Firebox
Abandoned shipyard
Electron
Horseradish Mustard
Emerald Fusion
Moon Jellyfish
Tesla Coil

**Van Dieman’s**

Barber of Seville
Parrot fish
Twilight Mist
Emerald Eyes
Snow Mountain Sunset
Madam Butterfly
Le Grande Jete

**Ferris Wheel Press**

Double Raspberry
The Fluttering Heart
Mulberry Majesty
Workshop Wishes
Lapis Lullabies
Queen Allium

**Pelikan Edelstein**
Topaz
Mandarin

**Troublemaker**

Mango
Milky Ocean
Lam- Ang
Gold Dust

**Private Reserve**

Shoreline Gold

Switchmen Pen Co
Tomato Red
Petal Red

Lennon Tool Bar
Paper Mulberry
Outback Forest
Globe Amaranth
Rabbit God

So have fun looking through my selection and check back often as I am always adding new inks to the list. If there is something you’re looking for that’s not on the list please feel free to ask, it may be on my private list or have it as a sample, I have another 200 samples alone so I may just have it. Please comment first before you send a message so I see it. No


r/Pen_Swap 14h ago

WTB-OPEN [WTB] TWSBI Eco- Pastel Pink and Cement

3 Upvotes

I used to be a certified TWSBI hater and I’ve done a 180. Go figure! Looking for these two specially to add to my collection

Open to any nib size but would prefer a M or B or 1.1S.

Located in ConUS. Pls message before chat, thank you!!


r/Pen_Swap 11h ago

WTB-OPEN [WTB] Visconti Homo Sapiens Iris Garden

2 Upvotes

Hello all,

Looking for the Visconti Homo sapiens in iris garden any nib size honestly. 🤗


r/Pen_Swap 17h ago

WTS-OPEN [WTS] TWSBI ECOs

4 Upvotes

Looking to sell two of my TWSBI ECOs that I no longer reach for. Pen only, I do not have the original boxes/accessories.

timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/lXjngFV

TWSBI ECO Root Beer Bronze Trim: $40+shipping

  • <M> nib
  • Inked once
  • B condition

TWSBI ECO Black Marble Bronze Trim: $40+shipping

  • <F> nib
  • Inked once
  • B condition

$7 shipping to CONUS. Can bundle both for $85 shipped. Paypal G&S only, comment here before DM thanks!


r/Pen_Swap 20h ago

WTB-OPEN WTB Waterman Needlepoint Wet Noodle

7 Upvotes

I am sort of new to the fountain pen world. I’ve always used cheap fountain pens but recently discovered pointed pen calligraphy (G nib and vintage nibs). While I enjoy learning copperplate calligraphy, I realized that I actually want a fountain pen that is expressive with my normal handwriting.

So far I have a Mabie Todd Swan pen (made in England) with a #2 nib. There is flex, but it requires quite a bit of pressure and only comes through in my handwriting on the letter “f.” However, I do love that it is a fine point that can produce very fine lines because sometimes I have to write quite small when grading student papers. But it is not quite what I was looking for.

I am wondering if anyone out there has a Waterman 52 1/2 or similar needlepoint wet noodle that is expressive under minimal pressure - that is expressive with regular handwriting.

Ideally I’d like to pay $125-150. That might not be a reasonable price, but I am a high school English teacher and can’t afford more.

I should also add that I am the sponsor of a student interest club called Old School Cool that explores vintage objects such as fountain pens, paper, cameras, inks, calligraphy, etc. I plan to let students try out my fountain pens under my supervision with the hope that interest in beautiful writing instruments will continue into the next generation. Perhaps a kind pen restore might be moved to get to consider the context of how the pen will be used when considering the price.

Thanks for considering my request - and I hope I’m not offending anyone here with my desired budget.