Condition:This early Parker 51 Aerometric, dating from approximately 1948 to 1952, is a fine example of mid-century American design and engineering. Finished in rich burgundy with a shiny Lustaloy cap, black cap jewel, and the classic Parker arrow clip, this pen carries all the hallmarks of the early Aerometric models. The barrel and cap show some light micro surface scratches consistent with careful use, but overall, the pen remains in lovely condition. There are no cracks or personalization, it’s the kind of pen that might have been left behind at Roswell, if aliens had a taste for fine American fountain pens. The 14k gold nib is a very fine point, ideal for everyday writing or light-duty interstellar communication. The pen has been fully disassembled, ultrasonically cleaned, and ink-tested. This classic pen fills great and it's ready to use upon landing.
Restoration Work:
- The cap has been brush cleaned
- Nib, feed and breather tube have been ultrasonically cleaned
- The pen has been lightly polished
- The pen has been water and ink tested
- This pen is ready to write
Parker 51 Aerometric Fountain Pen - Burgundy
Brand and Year:
Parker Pen Company, Janesville, WI - c. 1948 - 1952
Model:
51 Aerometric
Filling System:
Aerometric - "squeeze filler"
Color:
Burgundy with chrome arrow clip and lustraloy cap
Length:
5 3/8" long capped
Nib:
Fine - the classic hooded Parker 51 nib is in nice condition with ample tipping material. The nib feels almost like an extra fine which were produced for the early aerometric 51's, but they were not very popular and therefor are very uncommon to find today. Thus, we will call this a "fine" nib - a very fine one at that. The pen has been ink tested and produced a very fine line with the alien testers handwriting style. A photo of the ink test is provided for reference.