Parker
Vacumatic Major
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Condition
Very Good
Estimated Value
$150 - $250
Era
Vintage 1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Body Material
Celluloid
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Black with Transparent Red Striped Sections
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Parker Arrow Clip
Barrel Shape
Tapered Cigar
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Excellent, well-aligned tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 128mm capped, 118mm uncapped, 148mm posted; 12mm diameter
Weight Estimate
20 grams, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good
Filling System Condition
Needs new diaphragm/servicing for full functionality
Estimated Value
$150 - $250
Special Features
Speedline filling mechanism, laminated striped barrel design
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based inks, Parker Quink Blue-Black
Care Recommendations
Avoid harsh solvents, store out of direct sunlight, service the rubber diaphragm periodically
Interesting Facts
The Parker Vacumatic was revolutionary for its time due to its massive ink capacity and visibility through the laminated barrel rings
Overall Assessment
A classic icon of mid-century fountain pen design and engineering, highly collectible and a fantastic writer when properly restored