The Parker 51 with the aerometric filling system was introduced in 1948. About twenty years later the Mk. 3 pen, with a squared off barrel and a more tapered cap was introduced. This is an intermediate pen with the original rounded barrel but the final version filler sleeve and the new style cap, it was not unusual for Parker to 'overlap' models in this way during transition.
The pen is in excellent condition throughout and shows little sign of use. The surface is superb and the lustralloy cap is ding free and has a good finish. It is fitted with a chromed 'arrow' clip, pearl coloured end stud and engraved with:
'PARKER'.
Made in England
The pen has been carefully cleaned, checked and fully tested. The aerometric filling system works well and takes up a good amount of ink.
The 14 Ct. gold nib lays down a smooth medium line, perhaps a little on the fine side. It would be well suited to someone with smallhansdwriting or for more deailled work.
The box is new, it is of very high quality and will serve well for transportation, protection, and display.
At getting on for sixty years old this is a remarkable top quality vintage pen. The 51 is the first choice of many collectors as a daily user, it is totally reliable, stylish and very practical with a great deal of prestige.