Parker
Parker 21
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aero-metric Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor surface wear on the red barrel and visible aging on the nib section
Estimated Value
30 USD - 60 USD
Era
Vintage 1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aero-metric Filler
Body Material
Plastic / Lucite
Trim Material
Stainless Steel (Lustraloy cap)
Color / Pattern
Red barrel, black grip section, brushed stainless steel cap
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Parker Arrow clip with split diamond design
Barrel Shape
Tapered cigar shape
Nib Details
Nib Material
Octanium (Stainless Steel Alloy)
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Standard hooded nib
Nib Condition
Fair to Good, nib appears intact but shows signs of ink staining or oxidation around the hood
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 135 mm capped, 122 mm uncapped, 142 mm posted
Weight Estimate
Approximately 15 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with minor surface wear on the red barrel and visible aging on the nib section
Filling System Condition
Untested, requires functional inspection of the squeeze bar aerometric sac
Estimated Value
30 USD - 60 USD
Special Features
Hooded nib design inspired by the legendary Parker 51, stainless steel Lustraloy cap
Ink Recommendations
Parker Quink Blue or Black, standard safe fountain pen inks
Care Recommendations
Flush thoroughly with cool water to clean dried ink from the collector and hooded section; avoid harsh solvents on plastic
Interesting Facts
Introduced in 1948 as a more affordable, student-oriented alternative to the highly successful Parker 51
Overall Assessment
A classic mid-century vintage Parker pen that captures the iconic aesthetic of the 51 in a budget-friendly package, offering a reliable and utilitarian writing experience