Tornado Rollerball Pen, Stainless Steel (VRR-1315) Retro 1951 for Sale

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Tornado Rollerball Pen, Stainless Steel (VRR-1315) Retro 1951 For Sale

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Tornado Rollerball Pen, Stainless Steel (VRR-1315) Retro 1951:
$50.00

The Retro 1951 Tornado Rollerball Pen in Stainless Steel (VRR-1315) is a popular, entry-level fine writing instrument known for its durable metal construction and versatile refill options.
Key Specifications & Features

Material: Features a solid stainless steel barrel with a high-gloss lacquer finish and polished chrome accents.
Mechanism: Uses a patented knurled twist-top to retract and extend the writing tip.
Dimensions: Approximately 5 inches (125 mm) in length with a barrel diameter of roughly 0.47 inches.
Weight: Weighs about 1 oz (28 g), providing a substantial, balanced feel in the hand.
Packaging: Ships in a distinctive graphic tube that can also serve as a desk pen stand.

Writing Performance & Refills

The pen is pre-loaded with a smooth-flowing, capless black ink rollerball refill. It is widely praised for its versatility:
Rollerball Refills: Compatible with Retro 51's REF5P (or REF57P) short capless rollerball refills.
Ballpoint Conversion: It can be converted into a ballpoint pen by swapping the rollerball refill for any standard Parker-style (G2) ballpoint refill.

This pen is gently pre-owned. It does seem to need a new ink refill as it doesn't glide nicely like it should. The roller ball refill numbers are listed above in the description. AS-IS. Please view all photos carefully and ask any questions before purchasing. Photos are considered part of the description. **Please keep in mind we are a thrift store; we do try our hardest to accurately identify all items. Though we make no guarantee and are always open to more information!