The Parker 51 fountain pen was first launched in 1941, and was said to mirror the image of the P-51 fighter plane. Its unusual hooded nib made it seem like a 'pen from another planet', and it while it enjoyed more than 30 years of popularity, production ceased in 1978.
But now it's back, having undergone slight design modifications to ensure its fit with the modern world of the 21st century.
Its fighter plane profile is just the same, and the barrel is still made of glossy precious resin. It still features the sleek, streamlined hooded nib and the jewelled end cap. What's new is that the cap now screws on and the pocket clip is slightly longer. It's now the same length as that on a Sonnet, though still maintains the iconic Parker arrow design. Also, it will take cartridges as well as bottled ink with a converter.
Dimensions: 140mm closed, 120mm uncapped.
This deluxe version features gold-plated trim, a gold-plated cap and an 18 carat gold nib. Presented in a smart gift box and supplied with two Parker ink cartridges.
Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday will normally be sent out the same day.
UK Orders
FREE Royal Mail Standard delivery for orders over £100, and just £3.95 for smaller orders. Royal Mail Priority is available as an option, for £4.95 on orders over £100, £5.95 on smaller orders. Express available for £9.95, or FREE with any order over £400. No delivery surcharges for Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands or anywhere else!
International
International deliveries vary in cost, so you'll need to add the items you want to your basket, and enter the checkout to see the options for delivery. Prices and payment methods will reflect your country, and many countries have all taxes and duties included to make things easier and more predictable.
Orders over 2kg
For all orders outside the UK, heavy orders may cost more to send, but the shipping cost will be displayed in the checkout before you commit.
More Information
For more, see our Delivery Information page.
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The Parker 51 fountain pen was first launched in 1941, and was said to mirror the image of the P-51 fighter plane. Its unusual hooded nib made it seem like a 'pen from another planet', and it while it enjoyed more than 30 years of popularity, production ceased in 1978.
But now it's back, having undergone slight design modifications to ensure its fit with the modern world of the 21st century.
Its fighter plane profile is just the same, and the barrel is still made of glossy precious resin. It still features the sleek, streamlined hooded nib and the jewelled end cap. What's new is that the cap now screws on and the pocket clip is slightly longer. It's now the same length as that on a Sonnet, though still maintains the iconic Parker arrow design. Also, it will take cartridges as well as bottled ink with a converter.
Dimensions: 140mm closed, 120mm uncapped.
This deluxe version features gold-plated trim, a gold-plated cap and an 18 carat gold nib. Presented in a smart gift box and supplied with two Parker ink cartridges.
Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday will normally be sent out the same day.
UK Orders
FREE Royal Mail Standard delivery for orders over £100, and just £3.95 for smaller orders. Royal Mail Priority is available as an option, for £4.95 on orders over £100, £5.95 on smaller orders. Express available for £9.95, or FREE with any order over £400. No delivery surcharges for Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands or anywhere else!
International
International deliveries vary in cost, so you'll need to add the items you want to your basket, and enter the checkout to see the options for delivery. Prices and payment methods will reflect your country, and many countries have all taxes and duties included to make things easier and more predictable.
Orders over 2kg
For all orders outside the UK, heavy orders may cost more to send, but the shipping cost will be displayed in the checkout before you commit.
More Information
For more, see our Delivery Information page.