The Mentmore 46 was introduced in 1946 and is now good examples are scarce, particularly the solid Silver cap version. This is an early pen, later models had a straight clip and a more streamlined barrel. The Mentmore company had been in existence from 1922 and were one of U.K.s most prolific pen manufacturers.
This is an extremely solid and well built pen, as good as, if not better than contemporary better known brands, such as Conway Stewart. It is manufactured from drilled rod rather than extruded plastic and consequently has a thicker wall and a more solid feel.
It has a mid grey barrel with contrasting black section and blind cap. The unique sculpted hood design has elicited a mixed response from pen enthusiasts but, in my opinion, it suits the pen very well, adds to the robust appearance, and gives the pen more character than most other English fountain pens of the period.
The cap is constructed in Sterling Silver, it is clearly stamped, with fine radial lines. The clip and cap stud are heavily Gold plated and carry the company name stamped longitudinally. The cap is in truly outstanding condition, with no dings, tarnishing, or other blemishes.