Very Rare 1965 Pelikan MK10 Cartridge Filling Airplane Safe Semi Flex F Nib Fountain Pen Item ID: PEL-047

Pelikan MK10 Cartridge

Manufacturer/Model: Pelikan MK10/Germany
Year of production: 1965-69
Filling system: Cartridge filler, standard or double size cartridges.
Nib: F "fine" Stainless steel, semi flexible, will write M and B broad
Material: Highly processed black plastic body - high shine, chromed trimmings
Length (pen closed): 133mm

Condition and information:
One of the most famous Pelikan pens, the MK10 here in a rare cartridge version. This series is also known as Pelikan P25. The pen is a cartridge filler, simplified but yet powerful everyday writer. It has the same feed system as the MK10 series, which makes this the first cartridge pen designed by Pelikan to be guaranteed to operate and be leak proof in variable pressure environments, such as high altitude and airplanes. This is also achieved by the sealing cao which does not allow for air to pass when the pen is closed. These are one of the most reliable and elegant Pelikan pens, extremely well build, meant to last and endure hard work. The nib is a rare semi-flexible F fine steel gold plated nib, which will write M medium or B broad if pressed gently while writing. It will produce line variation on down and side strokes. These nibs are highest grade steel will never give away, bend or scratch. The pen in absolute mint condition, NOS never used condition. If you want to enter in to the Pelikan world, this is the pen to start with. This is a pen for everyday use that does not require any maintenance or special attention and will always work. Very easy to clean and maintain, fill and use.