Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with the Conklin Mark Twain 250th Anniversary Crescent Filler Limited Edition, a tribute to American literary heritage and Conklin’s pioneering fountain pen history. In 1897, Conklin patented its revolutionary Crescent Filler, introducing a distinctive crescent-shaped filling mechanism that made filling a fountain pen easier, cleaner, and more dependable. The innovative design quickly gained the admiration of Mark Twain, who became a Conklin spokesman and famously praised the pen for its reliability.
The USA 250 edition preserves the iconic torpedo-shaped silhouette of the original Crescent Filler, featuring a substantial, balanced profile with gently tapered ends. Its striking red, white, and blue marbled resin finish is complemented by polished chrome trim and special commemorative detailing. The functional Crescent Filler remains the centerpiece, complete with a decorative locking ring to help prevent accidental activation, while Mark Twain’s engraved signature celebrates his enduring connection to the Conklin legacy.
Each pen is fitted with a premium JoWo stainless steel nib, available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, Stub, and Omniflex sizes, for a smooth and expressive writing experience. Limited to 250 pieces worldwide and presented in a luxury commemorative gift box, this limited edition is an exceptional choice for collectors and writing enthusiasts who appreciate American heritage and literary history.
Conklin Mark Twain Crescent Fountain Pen in USA 250 - Limited Edition Specifications
- Edition: Limited Edition (250 pieces worldwide)
- Material: Red, white, and blue marbled resin
- Trim: Chrome trim and appointments
- Nib Material: Stainless Steel
- Available Nib Sizes: Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, Broad, 1.1mm Stub, and Omniflex
- Length Capped: 5.7 in / 144.8 mm
- Length Posted: 6.75 in / 171.5 mm
- Diameter: 0.5 in / 12.7 mm
- Filling System: Patented Crescent Filler