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A few weeks ago, I made a post here (https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/267085-silver-fountain-pen-recommendations/), that I was looking for a sterling silver fountain pen. And yes, I have finally found one. I present to you, the Waterman 100 year Sterling Silver , serial number #02676. I was informed it was a limited run, but not how many were made. It was initially very dull when I first picked it up, which was a part of the reason why I bought it, as I had no interest in the new pens which are plated with other materials that prevents the silver from ever tarnishing/patina developing etc. Hence, I eventually gave up the Montblanc 146 Barleycorn Solitaire for this The grip section, belonged to a different series of Waterman 100 year Sterling Silvers as well, evidenced by the stamp to show its 925 credentials. The seller was honest enough to mention this before selling the pen, as its clearly noted that the body/ grip section has a different serial number. The original matching section would have been of a similar pattern with the body/cap. As it was my first time seeing the pen, the impression was that the pen looked it should from the start. This model was made in France, unfortunately my camera isnt good enough to show macro shots of the 'France' words on the gold trimmings and nib section. It uses a Waterman Ideal nib, medium, perfect for daily writing, though I would have preferred a broad as I do with most of my better pens. I would not bore you with my samples, but suffice to say its a very smooth writer. Looking at the rear end, youd think it was a piston filler, but it is actually a cartridge filler. I know most people would expect, ah a silver pen, might have cost you a fair bit, would expect something more, but I've gotten used to cartridge fillers, and ink capacity is an issue which no longer troubles me. What it does, is allow the cap to be posted securely. Most of the pens is centered around back half of the pen actually, which actually makes posting it quite heavy and may throw off the balance for some people, but I've found no issue with it to date,. This is likely something that is very user dependant, I would like it, but some may prefer the balance to be more centered or towards the nib. No measuring tools at hand, but here are some comparisons capped and uncapped vs a Pelikan Souveran M600, and a 20 cent Malaysian coin ( this is roughly the same size as a 2 Euro coin ) Overall, I'm extremely satisfied, the feeling you get when you look at the pen that makes you go, "'Ah, that's the one !'' I'd like to hear your thoughts or if you know any further information about this pen, or places selling nib sections ! Would love a broad, or even double broad