Condition:This rare American made Parket Duette Senior fountain pen, also referred to as a "Thrift Time" or "Depression" pen, is in overall excellent condition with vibrant red and black marble coloring. The barrel has some light scratches and wear, the barrel has a name inscription. The clip is in excellent condition, the three cap rings have some wear and brassing. The nib appears to have a small fissure below the air hole when looking through 30x magnification. The pen has been cleaned, a new ink sac installed, and it has been tested. The pen fills nicely. This is an absolutly a lovely and rare example of a c. 1933 Parker Duette Sr.
Restoration Work
- The cap has been brush cleaned
- Nib and feed have been ultrasonically cleaned
- A new ink sac has been installed with 100% pure medical grade talc
- The pen has been lightly polished
- The pen has been tested
- This pen is ready to write
Parker Duette Senior Thrift Time Depression Era Fountain Pen
- Brand and Year:
Parker Pen Co., Janesville, WI c. 1933 (second year based on color)
Model:
"Duette Sr."
Filling System:
Button
Color:
Red and black marble with gold trim
Length:5 1/16" long
Nib:Medium - The 14k gold Parker Pen Made in USA nib is in very nice condition with clear imprints, ample tipping material and a nice bit of springiness. There appers to be a micro fissure below the air hole under 30x magnification. The pen has been tested and it's ready to use.