The Parker 51 Mk. III was introduced in 1969, and gave way to the Mk. lV in 1971. This is a Mk. lll pen, only made for a very short period. The pen has been serviced and is in first class condition throughout.
The Parker 51 has gained iconic status, it is the most successful pen ever produced and is still in demand today, although the last 51 was made over fifty years ago. The pen is famed for its writing ability, the nib performance and ink flow on the Parker 51 is second to none. This is largely as a result of the patented 'ink collector' which serves as a second reservoir providing a consistent ink flow to the 14Ct Gold nib, which is kept moist and protected by the 'hood' or shell. It is important that a used 51 is seviced to ensure that the fins are not blocked.
This pen is finished in Teal, named after the wing flash on the duck with that name. It has a 'Lustralloy' cap which carries a Chrome plated 'arrow' clip and a pearl grey end stud. This was replaced with an integral metal stud in 1971, apparently there was some concern about toddlers ingesting the pearl stud! The pen body is has a deep, flawless shine, the 'Lustralloy' cap shows no dings, and the transparent 'pli-glass ink sac ink sac is unstained.
Hidden beneath the hood is a 14Ct. Gold nib, it writes with a beautifully smooth medium line with virtually no pressure. The pen is a very 'easy' writer, a pleasure to use.
Despite being around fifty years old the Parker 51 Mk. III still has a modern appearance but with all the Parker 51 prestige. It would make a great vintage every day user.