Parker
Vacumatic
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacumatic (Diaphragm Pump)
Condition
Good (Shows signs of age and possible ink staining)
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD depending on restorative state
Era
Vintage (Late 1930s to 1940s)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacumatic (Diaphragm Pump)
Body Material
Celluloid (Laminated)
Trim Material
Gold-Filled
Color / Pattern
Burgundy Pearl (Horizontal Laminated Rings)
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Split Arrow design with blue diamond (indicating lifetime guarantee)
Barrel Shape
Tapered / Cigar-shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium (Estimated based on visual profile)
Nib Type
Standard rigid to semi-flex
Nib Condition
Fair to Good; appears slightly dull, may require polishing/tuning
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 5.0 to 5.3 inches capped (Standard or Major size)
Weight Estimate
18-22 grams; well-balanced when posted
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage (Late 1930s to 1940s)
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon in well-preserved Burgundy Pearl
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good (Shows signs of age and possible ink staining)
Filling System Condition
Unknown; usually requires diaphragm restoration for vintage units
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD depending on restorative state
Special Features
Transparent laminate allowing for ink level visibility when held to light
Ink Recommendations
Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink (pH neutral non-staining inks)
Care Recommendations
Avoid high heat and ultrasonic cleaners; use only fountain pen safe inks to protect the diaphragm
Interesting Facts
The split arrow clip and blue diamond logo were part of Parker's 'Lifetime' marketing strategy during the WWII era.
Overall Assessment
An iconic example of Golden Age American pen manufacturing, highly collectible for its celluloid aesthetics and historical filling mechanism.