The Parker Victory Mk. IV was made from 1948 to 1952. It is an 'A.F' button filler type, the letters denoting an Aluminium Filler. This pen is a very uncommon variant in that it has a left oblique stub nib that also has some flex.
This example, finished black, is in very good condition throughout, It has a deep shine to the surface and a clear barrel imprint. The Gold filling to the clip and cap bands is excellent. These are slightly raised, as in the original 1920s parker Duofolds.
The pen has been fully restored to full working order. This involved full disassembly, a thorough cleaning and checking of all components and replacing the ink sac. After reassembly the pen was given a light polish and fully tested.
The filling system works well and takes up a good volume of ink. The 14 Ct. Gold nib writes with a medium line to broad line. The oblique stub profile can be used to produce a 'ribbon' effect and the flex adds more line variation. It is not an 'easy' writer but In the right hands it would be most effective.
The Parker Victory Mk. lV is, arguably, the best of the models bearing the Victory name. The classic streamlined shape, tapered clip, raised bands, and deep Gold filling blend together to give a pleasing, uncluttered appearance. At 15.5cm. when posted it is a long and elegant pen with a very solid, high quality feel.