: Typically equipped with a Waterman Ideal #6 14K gold nib . These nibs are renowned for their smoothness and significant flexibility, often capable of producing line variations from a fine line to a triple broad stroke. Construction & Design :

The is a vintage fountain pen from the early 20th century, highly valued by collectors for its large size and flexible nibs. Under the classic Waterman numbering system, the "16" indicates two key specifications: the "1" designates the pen as an eyedropper filler , and the "6" refers to the size 6 nib . Key Features of the Waterman 16

: As an eyedropper pen, the barrel itself serves as the ink reservoir. Users unscrew the section and fill the barrel directly with ink using a dropper.