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Maybe someone can provide some clarity here. A seller (Eleconline) from China on eBay is selling what is referred to as "Wing Sung 601A, Brushed Resin Fountain Pen, EF/F/M, 18k Gold Nib Writing," for $159.79, but a bit less per pen if one purchases more than one. Below are two photos from that pen's eBay page. It is offered in 5 different colors. Yesterday, I messaged the seller to reconfirm that the nibs really are "solid 18k gold, rather than 18k gold-plated," and I requested a close-up photo of the nib that would show that it is a solid 18k gold nib, but I have not yet received a response. I already own the Wing Sung 601A in a variety of colors, and that model is known for having an integrated "Sheaffer-like" inlaid nib made of stainless steel. From what I can find on a search, Eleconline is the only current eBay seller offering this particular version. Is anyone else familiar with this particular model pen, whatever it may be? My gut tells me it's not a 601A or a regular 601 (the Parker 51-like model). I'm also skeptical that it has a solid gold nib, although the pricing, for a China-based pen, is consistent with the pen having such a nib. Any guidance would be appreciated. In the meantime, I'm not ordering this model.