The Parker Slimfold was added to the immensely successful Duofold range in 1962 and changed in 1968. Despite the name the Slimfold is a very comfortable 14.7 cm. in length when posted for use, only marginally shorter than the Parker 51. In use it is quite a long, and very elegant pen.
This set, comprising a fountain pen and mechanical pencil is an outstanding example, made in England around the early sixties. The box shows some wear but the set has a showroom finish, a clear imprint, and excellent gold filling. The original 'pli-glas' ink sac is completely unstained, and the set is totally immaculate. The original factory 'chalk marks' are present and intact on both items. These marks were intended to be wiped off by the retailer as the set was sold, they are very fragile and would quickly disappear as the set was handled.
The Parker Slimfold is often underrated and seriously undervalued, new Gold nibbed pens start at well over £100. This is a very serviceable, attractive, and reliable Gold nibbed pen and pencil with an excellent pedigree, it is a truly exceptional vintage set.