1990s Waterman Hemisphere France Matte Brushed Stainless Steel & Gold Cartridge/Converter M Medium Nib Fountain Pen Item ID: WAT-044

WATERMAN Hemisphere

Manufacturer/Model: Waterman/Hemisphere/France
Year of production: 1990s 
Filling system: Cartridge or Converter
Nib: Steel gold plated, M Medium size 
Material: Steel base, Matte finish, Gold plated trimmings  
Length (pen closed): Long pen at 136mm

Condition and information:
This is the first generation Waterman Hemisphere series, made in the early 1990s. This pen was succeeded by the HII model, which is nearly identical in form factor, but has a larger trimmings, more similar to the Waterman Expert. These pens are great everyday Waterman pens, very easy to use, maintain and clean, trouble free fountain pens meant to be used daily. The pen features a modern design with traditional Waterman lines and the famous Waterman clip. This version is a matte brushed stainless steel finish, which gives the pen a great grip, scratch protection, but also does not leave hand oil; it feels smooth and nice in the hand. The pen comes with a steel gold plated nib, M medium size nib; it is a constant precise writer with constant smooth ink-flow, no mess on the paper. The pen is ergonomically great, heavy with great grip, balance and feel in the hand. Comes in mint condition, with minimal signs of use, no dings, no scratches, no gold wear off, perfect cosmetic and functional condition. The pen can use any standard international converter or cartridges, so it's easy to find supplies for and use daily.