Waterman manufactured its early lever fillers in black ebonite and then in the 1920's the range of colors was enlarged with the addition of mottled, ripple and cardinal red ebonite. 

Colorful ripple ebonites (olive, rose and blue ripple) were added after 1925 and were mainly used for the 94 series.

Cardinal red ebonite is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating colors.

This Waterman 52 is in very good condition: there is no difference in color between cap and barrel, metal trims do not show traces of brassing and the red feeder is nor darkened nor stained. The inscriptions on the barrel are unfortunately worn out.

The nib is smooth, responsive and has a pleasant flexibility. Grade is F.