The Sheaffer "Crest" is a top quality pen and was produced from 1989 to 1998 and is modelled on the Sheaffer "Snorkel" models of the 1950s.  The name comes from the Snorkel Crest which had a coloured plastic barrel with a gold-plated cap. This particular set has a gold plated cap and barrel.  These are very attractive pens with a pleasantly solid feel and are great writers.

The modern Crest has a cartridge/converter filler, the converter simply pulling out to allow standard Sheaffer ink cartridges to be used if desired..

The extra-fine 18ct gold nib nib is stamped " Sheaffer 18K 750", and writes smoothly.  This is a very attractive two-tone nib with a high polish and is made in the form of the "Triumph" nibs of the 1950s. This extra-fine nib is best suited to smaller handwriting, where it produces a sharp, clear line.

The ballpoint has a twist-cap mechanism and is fitted with a black refill, it uses standard Sheaffer refills.

A modern Sheaffer box is included:

This set has been cleaned and checked and has clearly seen little use. It should give many years of reliable service.