Platinum Pen Platinum 18 PB-5000 Nib: 18K Fine Soft Released in 1968 The gold plating on the barrel engraving is worn. There are small scratches on the gold plating of the cap ring. Please check the photos. I used this at home, so there are some scratches, but the barrel has a shine and the pen is in good condition overall. Writing is smooth and the ink flow is good. Length: 145mm / 155mm (when capped) Diameter: 13mm (excluding clip) Weight: 16g Cartridge and converter compatible This is a listing for the pen body only.