Fourth generation

Pelikan 100 (ca.1935)

In 1934 and 1935, Günter Wagner made several changes. Firstly, the company changed the Pelikan typography in 1934 (Fig.1, 2). Secondly, Günter Wagner reportedly started in-house nib production in 1934 (or 1935)⁽¹⁾. Thirdly, the company changed the place where the nib width was indicated. As from August 30, 1935, the nib width was inscribed on the tine of the feed instead of nib itself (Green Book).

As shown in Fig.3, the nib no longer had nib width on it. In Fig.4 top, “B” is seen on the right tine. On the other side, the manufacturer marker is seen (Fig.4 bottom). Originally, the tine of the feed was used to indicate the Günter Wagner employee who made the quality control (Green Book). In addition, the manufacturer mark that indicate the supplier of the metal was sometimes inscribed on the tine (pelikan-collectibles). So, there were feeds had one or two mark(s) on one side or both sides before 1935, and after 1935, the feed had up to 3 marks on the both tines.

Note; ⁽¹⁾ So, there is a high possibility that a nib with newer typography is be of in-house production.

⁽²⁾ As the original barrel was broken, I replaced it with a replacement barrel. It was originally clear transparent. Now, it is stained with ink, and it is not easy to distinguish between the original and replacement barrel at a glance (Fig.5). It is possible only at a closer look or on the light (Fig.6). Anyway, replacement barrel fits the cap, sleeve, and knob unit well, and ink does not leak from the section joint.