The Sheaffer Targa Slimline fountain pen was introduced in 1982—six years after the original standard Targa launched in 1976—and was produced through the 1990s before being slowly phased out as design trends shifted
Nib: 14k gold Medium
The Inlaid Nib: Like its larger sibling, the Targa Slimline is defined by Sheaffer's signature long, diamond-shaped inlaid nib (tracing its design lineage back to the 1959 Sheaffer PFM / Pen for Men). Nibs were commonly crafted from 14-karat gold (imprinted with "585 14 karat"), though stainless steel nib options also existed
23K gold electroplated finish with a deep-cut, vertical fluted (lined) pattern
Condition: Pre-owned. There are no major imperfections to note: no chips cracks or any sign of faults or surface wear. Writing test, filled & cleaned. No box no instructions
Filling System: Designed to use Sheaffer's proprietary ink cartridges or a specialized slim ink converter
Squeeze-type original slim converter included / Cartridges available not included email johnculmer@rogers.com
Unlike some variations of the standard Targa that used plastic liners or extended plugs, the Slimline versions utilized metal barrel bushings and plugs to maintain structural integrity within the narrower body