Lewis Waterman
1836–1901 (age 65)
inventor
Biography
Lewis Waterman revolutionized everyday writing with his invention of the capillary feed fountain pen, ensuring smoother, more reliable ink flow for thousands of professionals. His dedication to both engineering and quality control helped establish the high standards of the modern writing instrument industry.
Beyond invention, Waterman built a thriving enterprise that flavored American business with both ingenuity and integrity, making writing a more elegant act for countless correspondents.