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Welcome to the antique pens website! On the Tompens page you will find a wide range of articles about pens and a wide selection of old and modern fountain pens, ballpoint pens and pencils.
All pens purchased from me come with a 1-year guarantee, which includes an embossed, personalised warranty card. In many cases, I also supply the writing instruments with high-quality ink or leads.

Can’t find the right fountain pen? Most of the pens for sale are not yet listed online, so if you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact me — I’ll help you find a solution that suits your needs.

With over 15 years of experience, I also offer pen repair services: nib polishing, gold plating, plunger repair and more, available in Budapest (Hungary). Explore my selection and find the perfect writing instrument to accompany you for years to come.

Founded in Geneva in 1915, the brand, originally known as Fabrique Genevoise de Crayons, was renamed Caran d'Ache in 1924 at the suggestion of Arnold Schweitzer, then head of the company. Caran d'Ache is Russian for карандаш pencil, and its roots come from the Turkish word ‘kara-tash’, which means black stone, referring to graphite.

Browse our selection of old and mint Caran d'Ache fountain, ballpoint and rollerball pens for sale! All of these pens are suitable for everyday use and require no special knowledge to maintain. You can try them out in person. The pens come with a one-year warranty, and with the pens you will also receive a Warranty Letter with a photo of the pen in a QR code.

Parker pens for sale


Caran d’Ache Ecridor Venetian Ballpoint Pen

Caran d’Ache Ecridor Venetian ballpoint pen

Introduced in 1953 as a ballpoint pen, the Ecridor is one of the most recognizable creations of the Swiss brand Caran d’Ache. Its instantly identifiable hexagonal shape has made it a true modern icon. The brass body is coated with palladium, giving it a refined and durable finish. The pen can be used with standard refills (included) and comes with a one-year warranty.

Production year / Date: 1980 / Switzerland
Dimension: 12.8 cm, weight 21.7 g

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29500

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Caran d'Ache Madison pen set

Madison pen set with case

A popular pair from the Madison series, designed by Caran d'Ache in the 1960s. The pens are made of alpaca, also known as German silver — a highly polished and durable alloy of nickel and silver. Model number: 8700.200. The ballpoint pen is compatible with standard refills.

Date: 1979 / Switzerland
Fill: cartridge
Nib: -
Dimension: K+T=13,4 (details) weight: 18.5 g

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74500

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Caran d'Ache Madison fountain pen

caran d'Ache Madison töltőtoll

The Caran d'Ache Madison fountain pen, model number 0977.282, is a metal body writing instrument in perfect condition. Nib 585 gold, size M. The pen comes with case, converter and a one year warranty.

Date: 1983 / Switzerland
Fill: cartridge / converter
Nib:  14k M
Dimension: K+T=13,6 T=11,9 T+K714,4(details) weight: 18,6 g

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69500 HUF

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Caran d'Ache Madison Clou Paris rollerball pen

Caran d'Ache Madison rollerball pen + box

The Caran d'Ache Madison rollerball pen, model number 0572.382 (as shown on the case), is made of a silver-palladium alloy. It is in flawless, unused condition. The metal barrel and cap together weigh 20g. Comes with its original case and a new refill. The pen includes a one-year warranty and a new rollerball refill.

Date: 1980 / Switzerland
Fill: rollerball
Nib:  0.9 mm
Dimension: K+T=13,8 (details) weight: 20,5 g

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74500 HUF

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Caran d'Ache Ecridor Venitien ballpoint pen

Caran d'Ache Ecridor ballpoint pen

The Swiss-made Caran d'Ache Ecridor Venitien ballpoint pen, product code 0890.180, was manufactured in the late 1970s and is in like-new condition. Its barrel is metal, made from a palladium-silver alloy. In addition to the original refill, the pen comes with a new (fresh) refill and a one-year warranty. There is a blue discoloration in one corner of the case.

Date: 1978 / Switzerland
Fill: -
Nib: -
Dimension: T=13 (details) weight: 24 g

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39500

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Caran d'Ache Madison rollerball pen

Caran d'Ache rollerball pen

The Caran d'Ache Madison rollerball pen, model number 0837.282 (as shown on the case), is in flawless, unused condition. Its metal barrel and cap weigh 20 g. Comes with its original case and a new refill. The pen includes a one-year warranty.

Date: 1981 / Switzerland
Fill: rollerball (included)
Nib:  0.9 mm
Dimension: K+T=13,8 (details) weight: 20,5 g

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49500 HUF

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Caran d'Ache Ecridor Chevron ballpoint pen

Caran D'Ache Ecridor

Created in 1947 as a mechanical pencil and later in 1953 as a ballpoint pen, the Ecridor is one of Caran d'Ache's best-known products. Recognisable at first glance, its hexagonal body made this ballpoint pen a true modern icon. Catalogue No. Art.089.280. Can also be used with standard Parker inlays.

Gyártási év / date: 1980 / Switzerland
Töltés / fill: -
Hegy / nib: -
Dimension: T=12,4 (details) weight: 25,8 g

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34500 HUF

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