Parker
Parker 45 Flighter
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Condition
Very Good
Estimated Value
$30 - $60
Era
Vintage 1960s-1980s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Body Material
Brushed Stainless Steel
Trim Material
Chrome
Color / Pattern
Brushed Steel Flighter with Chrome Trim
Cap Type
Snap Cap
Clip Design
Classic Parker Arrow clip with black jewel accent
Barrel Shape
Tapered cylindrical
Nib Details
Nib Material
Steel
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Good, clean hooded steel nib with proper tine alignment and intact tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Length capped: 135 mm, Length uncapped: 122 mm, Length posted: 147 mm, Diameter: 11 mm
Weight Estimate
23 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1960s-1980s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good
Filling System Condition
Functioning, accepts standard Parker cartridges or slide converters
Estimated Value
$30 - $60
Special Features
Iconic hooded nib design, durable all-steel Flighter finish
Ink Recommendations
Parker Quink Blue or Black, Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Flush with clean lukewarm water periodically; avoid harsh solvents on plastic section
Interesting Facts
The Parker 45 was introduced in 1960 and named after the Colt .45 revolver due to its ease of cartridge loading.
Overall Assessment
A reliable, highly durable workhorse vintage pen offering smooth writing and iconic mid-century industrial styling.