Transitional Relief or J variant? Does anyone know this model?

[hermesrouge]

I’m assuming this is likely an English J, or possibly a later Relief, but I’ve never seen one like it before, so was interested in anything more I can learn about it, what year, model name, etc. is anyone familiar with these?

 

The shape and feel is similar to a J, with gold plated furniture. The imprint is:“Esterbrook” (nothing else)

“Made in England”

 

It has a (later?) Relief nib - which tells us little really. Overall a pleasant pen that reminds me of both its better known siblings!

[gweimer1]

This model was called the Gold Relief.  Late '50s or early '60s?   I have one.   It's a fun little pen.

[hermesrouge]

Thank you so much @gweimer1!

Yes, I’m finding it to be a real delight - I’m very fond of all the Reliefs. Wonderful nibs, and pens with a simple yet also somehow extremely pleasing design. Glad to be able to name and place this one in time - much appreciated!

[northlodge]

Late I know.

 

I believe these were sold in the UK as an "M" Model.  They (should) have a screw in 14ct Relief nib fitted, and tend to attract decent prices this side of the pond.

 

Not like the earlier relief models, they were not made by Conway Stewart.

[hermesrouge]

@northlodge thank you - great to know!!

[gweimer1]

[hermesrouge]

@gweimer1 what a great source! What is it?

 

[gweimer1]

On 6/14/2024 at 10:17 AM, hermesrouge said:

@gweimer1 what a great source! What is it?

 

 

Among one of my won auction lots was a UK brochure from 1962.

[FarmBoy]

5 hours ago, gweimer1 said:

 

Among one of my won auction lots was a UK brochure from 1962.

And one should note the colors offered. No fancy names like those proclaimed elsewhere. 

[gweimer1]

2 hours ago, FarmBoy said:

And one should note the colors offered. No fancy names like those proclaimed elsewhere. 

 

Well, they did get a little fancy with the M2 colors.