This pen is now reserved for J.G.

The Pelikan M200 Blue Marbled model was introduced in 1988 and the W-Germany stamp ended in 1990 with German unification.  This Blue Marbled pen has the W-Germany imprint on the cap band, indicting that it was made between these dates.  The '2 chick', etched imprint on the Derby cap is also consistent with this date.

Under magnification slight wear to the gold plating can be seen on the very tip of the clip and the cap band but the overall condition of the pen is excellent.  The barrel and cap have a showroom finish and the window is clear and unstained.

The pen appears to be unused and no restoration was needed, although it has been thoroughly checked and tested.  The piston filling system is smooth and easy to use, taking up a good volume of ink, and the pen writes with a smooth, fine line.

It is a testament to the design and build quality of these pens that the have changed very little over the decades.  The 'old style' Pelikans, as pre 1997 models are known, are now quite collectable.