Parker
Parker 51
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aerometric Filler (or Vacumatic depending on exact vintage)
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD
Era
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aerometric Filler (or Vacumatic depending on exact vintage)
Body Material
Lucite (Acrylic resin)
Trim Material
Gold-Plated or Sterling Silver cap
Color / Pattern
Cedar Blue / Plum / Grey (Grey body with metal cap)
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Classic Parker arrow clip
Barrel Shape
Streamlined, tapered torpedo shape
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Hooded Nib
Nib Condition
Tipping intact, smooth writer, well-aligned hooded nib
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 138 mm capped, 128 mm uncapped, 150 mm posted
Weight Estimate
22 grams with cap, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s-1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age
Filling System Condition
Functional sac/aerometric filler, draws and holds ink
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD
Special Features
Iconic hooded nib design, aerometric breather tube system, luminous metal cap
Ink Recommendations
Parker Quink Blue or Black, Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Flush periodically with cool water; avoid harsh chemical cleaners and high-heat environments
Interesting Facts
The Parker 51 is frequently cited by collectors and designers as one of the greatest and most reliable pens ever made, famously launched in 1941 to coincide with Parker's 51st anniversary.
Overall Assessment
An exceptionally reliable and historically significant vintage fountain pen that writes smoothly and offers classic mid-century industrial styling.