Parker
Vacumatic (Major or Standard size)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor brassing on trim and good barrel clarity
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 depending on restoration state
Era
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Vacuum Filler
Body Material
Celluloid (Laminated)
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Golden Pearl (Brown striped transparency)
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Art Deco style Parker Arrow clip with chevron engraving
Barrel Shape
Tapered torpedo shape
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition with proper tine alignment and functional tipping
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 128 mm capped, 118 mm uncapped, 152 mm posted
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, around 20 grams, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor brassing on trim and good barrel clarity
Filling System Condition
Requires restoration (diaphragm replacement) for full functionality
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 depending on restoration state
Special Features
Speedline filling unit, laminated striped celluloid with see-through ink viewing zones
Ink Recommendations
Standard vintage-safe dye-based inks like Waterman Serenity Blue or Parker Quink
Care Recommendations
Handle with care due to age of celluloid; flush with water only; avoid modern high-sheen or pigment inks
Interesting Facts
The Parker Vacumatic was introduced in 1933 and revolutionized the fountain pen industry with its immense ink capacity and innovative filling mechanism.
Overall Assessment
A classic icon of golden-age American fountain pen design, highly collectible and a fantastic writer once restored.