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Pelikan Penography 3
1960
Pelikano Model 1
The Pelikano Model 1 was the first cartridge pen for school use. The basic design and engineering of the inner feed were taken from the P1. Cartridges were used as a filling system and the pen was given a simple steel nib. The cap was made of silver coloured aluminium.
After the success of the Pelikano, Pelikan decided to launch a range of similar cartridge pens for the adult market, also using the "Pelikan thermic-regulator" ink feeder. Unlike the low-cost Pelikanos, these pens were made of higher quality materials and had gold nibs.
The Model M20 is part of the so called M/MK range which replaced the earlier P1 range. These are pens that use the same half-covered nib & nib feeder built into the grip section. Also, this range feature a plug cap (not a screw cap) as well as a revolving ink window. The range nomenclature M/MK differentiates the models according to having a metal cap (M range) or a plastic cap (MK).
Model M30
Similar to the Model M20, with a rolled gold cap.
Model M60
Similar to the Model M30, with a rolled gold body.
Model M100
Similar to the Model M360, with a 14-carat gold guilloche body.
Pelikano Model 2
A review of the Pelikano was introduced at the end of 1964 where the mould was changed, and the pen was given a wide, elastic and only half covered nib.
Model P12
With the introduction of the Pelikano Model 2, the "adult" versions of the cartridge pens was also introduced equipped with plug caps. These also have a revolving window, which displays the ink level of the cartridge. The decorative ring between the grip section and the ink window is wide.
Model P20
The Model P20 is identical to the P12 with the exception of the cap which has a more pronounced brushed metal finish.
Model P30
The Model P30 is identical to the P12 / P20 with the exception of the cap which is done in rolled gold.
Similar to the Model M20, with plastic cap in same colour as the barrel.
Model MK30/M25
Both of these models are identical to the Model MK20, the difference being the gold-plated trim, instead of white metal.
Pelikano Antimacchia
The early Antimacchia 1966/67 can be considered as the precursor of the Antimacchia of 1968. The gray caps are spray patterns that sometimes entered the market.
As the Italian market wanted a more colorful fountain pen, Pelikan Milan produced in 1968 four new models, all of which had a colored resin cap. The prices for the fountain pens with these resin caps were about one-sixth the price for those with metal caps. The shape of the barrel corresponded to the Model 3, which was introduced to the market in the rest of Europe in 1969.
From 1969 onwards, Pelikan introduced a new redesigned Model M/MK range with the development of a new nib style. With this introduction, some of the old models were discontinued and others replaced by their updated models. All models have in addition to the new nib style now a narrow ring between the grip section and the ink window.
M20 Silvexa
Similar to the MK20 with Silvexa (brilliant white metal) cap
Pelikano Model 3
In late 1968 the Pelikano model was revised further. The nib became more visible and flatter, the edges were folded stronger. This gave the nib greater stability under pressure. The beak clip became a tapered beam clip with the word 'Pelikano' impressed on it.
Similar to the MK20 Silvexa with a matte white metal cap
Steno P11
For the first time in 1971, two fountain pens were developed by Pelikan for shorthand writing and were explicitly referred to as Steno-pens. All Steno fountain pens with the exception of P16 came in a format much like the Pelikanos, except that the Steno-holder had no taper to the section.
Steno P16
The P16 was similar to the P11 with the exception that the barrel was black and the cap had a heavier brushed metal finish.
The new Pelikan Model 4 or Pelikan P460 had the section profile revised so that fingers could not slip onto the nib, as users ought to put their index finger onto a corrugated trough. The clip is replaced by a bar format with embossed logos and the lettering Pelikano.
Steno P470
Similar to the Pelikano Model 4 with a red body and metal cap with the engraving "Steno-Pelikan" on the clip.
Model M480
Similar to the MK20 of 1969, the Model M480 was produced only for export in the traditional and highly recognized Pelikan colours of the Model 120.
Model M480S
In the same colour scheme and nib type of the Model M480, the M480S was specifically designed as a Deskpen and for the export market.
These are the normal Pelikano Model 4 pens with a factory fitted ink converter. The Model M464 had a Silvexa cap and the Model M465 has the cap in the same colour as the body.
The nib of the Pelikano was revised in 1979. The front part of the grip section was straightened and a recess in the grip section was provided for the index finger. The cap was cylindrical and the clip was replaced by a straight bar clip with the word 'Pelikano' and the Pelikan logo.The top of the cap was flat and without any logo.
Signum P505
In mid-1979 Pelikan introduced the new Signum writing instruments whose shape is characterized by designs of the Ulm School, based on the Bauhaus style, which connects practicality, functionality, and design. All models of the Signum series were slim models targeting an adult market. Each pen had a black grip section.
Signum P510
Identical to the P505, the only difference was a matte black section and a black metallic frame around the clip.
Signum P520
Identical to the P510, the difference was a striated black section, the clip and the Pelikan logo that was printed above the clip end.
Signum P530
Identical to the P520, with the body in a guilloche finish.
Signum P540
Similar to the P510 with a brushed metal body and a new metal clip design.
Signum P560
Similar to the P540 with a brilliant metal body, a gold-plated clip, and a 14-carat yellow gold nib.
Signum P570
Similar to the P560 with a circle guilloche body, a polished metal clip, and a 14-carat white gold nib.
