This Parker 180 Flighter, made in England in 1981, is a very uncommon variant; it has a delicate floral pattern deep etched into the surface of the barrel and cap. There is a small, discreet personalisation, reflected in the price, but the pen is in superb condition throughout and shows little sign of use.
A very slim and elegant pen, the 180 is a cartridge/converter filler, a new ink cartridge will be supplied so the pen is ready to write.
The polished chrome clip is secured by a 'stack of coins' cap stud, reminiscent of that in the Parker 75. The barrel end stud, also chromed, is slightly flared so that, when posted, the cap 'clicks' on to the pen and prevents the cap from coming into direct contact with the barrel thus preventing scratching.
The large triangular nib is unique, it is supported underneath by a long, slim feed and on the top by a triangular metal arrangement. With a fine point, It is a most striking and attractive nib set up but could be lethal in the wrong hands!
The rarity of this pen, and its superb condition clearly make it a collector's item but perhaps such a strikingly attractive pen deserves to be used and shown off!