Are you into extra fine lines? I mean really extra fine? Then the Esterbrook SJ with a steel upgrade 9550 nib might be the vintage pen for you! It has a little feedback, but if you're into extra-fines, you are used to it. We love the ruby red finish that looks like a freshly licked cherry lollipop. No cracks, no engravings. Light wear from use. It has a fresh ink sac. The only thing about the pen that is a little off is that the cap is pretty tight to get on and off. The matching pencil is in good working order, and the black-plastic top jewel is a rarer dimple design. Pen measures 12cm capped.