Edward H. White II

Pattern 1

Current in mid 1965 (seen used on a NASA letter at this time).

White Autopen pattern 1
White Autopen pattern 1 example

White Autopen pattern 1 example

White Autopen pattern 1 example

Pattern 2

The first example shown of this autopen is an unusual one as it combines a hand written inscription "In appreciation" with an autopenned signature.

White Autopen pattern 2
White Autopen pattern 2 example

White Autopen pattern 2 example

White Autopen pattern 2 example

Pre-Print

This Gemini 4 EVA photo includes a pre-printed Ed White inscription and signature - "With appreciation for your efforts towards zero defects". Examples were given to many of those who worked on the Gemini project at the time.

Gemini 4 photo with printed White signature