News — Parker Classic

The Parker Classic fountain pen was introduced in 1986 to replace the Parker 180, to which it bears a striking resemblance.  I recently came acroos this example: The colour is listed as 'Laque Tourmaline', a very vivid pink.  It takes its name from the gemstone, tourmaline, which is found in a variety of bright colours, usually with some pink involved.   It's a rare colour, this is the first one I've seen 'in the flesh' and is ourageously attractive, if not subtle.