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    Default Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    Howdy - new member - and not sure what to do / where to look at what kind of pen I have.
    i'm attaching a picture;

    The Box says 8301F; not sure if that's a model # , etc.

    Says 750 and 18k on the nib. Solid black; no etchings or patterns.

    where do i start?!564005376.jpg

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    Looks like a classic, old style Omas Paragon, large size (#6 nib, like a Montblanc 146 or Pelikan M800).

    A quick eBay seatch of "sold listings" for "Omas Paragon" should get you can approximate value.

    Fantastic pen. If it doesn't fill correctly, like a stiff piston, I highly recommend Francis Goosens in Belgium to service it. Very reasonable prices and among the best work in the world.

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    Thanks ChrisC!!!

    It's literally brand new - has never been used. I've got original box, etc. If i'm not planning on keeping it; is ebay the best way to sell? sell on here to real enthusiasts, etc?

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    Yep Omas Paragon. probably worth 200 or so +/- if memory serves. Superb pen.

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    You were given one of the great products of the penmaking art, a Paragon that is priceless (especially now that OMAS is no more.) But you do not want to keep the pen? Best of luck to you!
    A slave is one who waits for someone to come and free him.

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    BEAUTIFUL!!!
    BUY SOME INK AND BEGIN WRITING!
    Unix is user-friendly ; it's just picky about who it's friends are -

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    Quote Originally Posted by titrisol View Post
    BEAUTIFUL!!!
    BUY SOME INK AND BEGIN WRITING!
    Yep, only way to know if it's functional :P (though if it was never used after 20-30 years, the piston heads might need to be greased if the piston knob is very firm or rigid.)

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    Default Re: Help! was given an Omas - no idea where to go...

    @theweezy Hello and welcome to FPG.

    if you have decided that you are going to sell the pen then ebay is probably the best place to go.
    Regards, Chrissy | My Review Blog: inkyfountainpens

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