In 1958 Parker discontinued the 'Duofold Senior' and introduced this pen, the much larger 'Duofold Maxima'. As the largest, and most expensive English Duofold the Maxima was now the flagship pen of the range.
This is a very fine example, it is finished in classic Black with Gold filled trim including a broad cap band and 'arrow' clip with a black end jewel. With only light usage marks, the pen is in very good condition, the black finish contrasts perfectly with the Gold trim, also in fine condition.
The filling system works well, taking up a good volume of ink and the very large 14Ct. Gold 'Arrow' no 50 nib is a gem. It writes with a super smooth, medium line and has the pleasing 'soft' feel often associated with nibs of this quality.
At 14.5 cm. capped and a huge 16.8cm. posted, the Maxima has a great deal of presence.
The U.K. Duofold range was hugely successful and consisted of a number of designs, or more accurately, sizes, in four standard colours, Red, Blue, Green, and black. They were all good quality, functional pens but could be seen as a little 'boring'. The Maxima instantly changed that view, its impressive dimensions, ornate nib, and classic good looks made it a 'must have' Duofold for those that could afford one, and, sixty years or so later it is regarded as the most collectable U.K. post war Doufolds.