The Sheaffer Targa was made in a bewildering range of finishes but, because of the brushed steel body and chrome plated clip this one is easily tracked down. It is the first version of Sheaffer Targa 1001, made from 1980 to 1988. Version 2, made from 1989 t0 1998, had a brushed chrome construction.
In 'as new' condition, the pen is a full sized Targa, as opposed to the slim version. It is fitted with the original ink converter and it also takes standard Sheaffer ink cartridges. A new cartridge is included so the pen is ready to write in either configuration.
As I believe the pen to be unused I have not inked the pen. The barrel sticker indicates that it has a fine nib, the Sheaffer inlaid nibs are renowned as good writers.
The robust build, excellent writing characteristics, and versatility of the filling system make the Targa 1001 a great candidate as a vintage, every day fountain pen.