Condition:The pen is in overall excellent condition with nice color on the cap and barrel and a hint of hand wear, there are no cracks or personalizations. The ringtop is firm and the triple gold filled cap bands are solid with a small amount of light wear. The Parker imprint has wear and is partially readable. This button filler works smoothly with its restored filling system. The blind cap has a hint of fade. The pen has been cleaned, a new ink sac installed, it has been water and ink tested. The pen fills nicely and writes well.
Restoration Work
- The cap has been disassembled and cleaned
- Nib and feed have been ultrasonically cleaned
- A new ink sac has been installed with 100% pure medical grade talcum powder
- The pen has been lightly polished
- The pen has been water and ink tested
- This pen is ready to write
Parker Duofold Lady De Luxe 3 Band Black Thread Fountain Pen - Mandarin Yellow
- Brand and Year:
Parker Pen Co., Janesville, WI. c. 1920's - 1930's
Model:
Duofold
Filling System:
Button
Color:
Mandarin yellow, gold filled triple cap bands and ringtop
Length:4 1/2" long
Nib:Fine - The 14k gold Parker Duofold nib is in nice condition with clear imprints and ample tipping material, as shown in the photos. The nib has a touch of light springiness, it does not provided any notable line variation. A photo of the ink test writing sample has been provided for reference.