{"title":"PARKER","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWelcome to the epitome of fine writing: the Parker Pen collection at AntiqueDigger.com. For over a century, Parker Pens have been synonymous with unparalleled craftsmanship, timeless elegance, and effortless style. From the iconic Parker Duofold to the prestigious Parker Sonnet, each pen is a masterpiece in its own right, meticulously crafted to elevate the art of writing to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a discerning enthusiast, our curated selection of Parker Pens offers something for everyone. Join us as we delve into the rich history and exquisite craftsmanship that define Parker Pens, and discover the perfect writing companion to accompany you on your journey.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"parker-75-grain-dorge-fountain-pen-with-18k-gold-medium-france-nib","title":"PARKER 75 GRAIN D'ORGE FOUNTAIN PEN WITH 18K GOLD MEDIUM FRANCE NIB","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this Vintage Parker 75 Fountain Pen in Grain d'Orge Pattern with Gold Plate Trim and 18K Gold FRANCE NIB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaned and flushed the NIB, feed and section. Hand cleaned the inside of the barrel and cap. Hand polished the cap and barrel trim. This Parker has included the converter unit and works as it should. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap and barrel are in excellent shape with no dings, dents or repairs. The cap secures tightly to the section \/ barrel. The cap banding is marked with, \"PARKER, FRANCE, the initial S and the two Ps with an arrow separating them\". There are no monograms on the barrel; however the cap has the name, P. Richard Clark\" engraved on the side (see image 7). This Parker measures 5 1\/16\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NIB is 18K and is marked with, \"PARKER 750 FRANCE 18K with the PP Arrow Hallmark and Eagle Head Hallmark\". When measuring the actual tip of the 18K NIB it measures at .78mm with use of digital calipers, which puts the NIB in the Medium range. The back of the feed shows a \"M\" for medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen writing the sample, the NIB writes smoothly. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as expected. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would consider this Parker in Excellent to Near Mint Condition; however, the personalization may not appeal to all interested parties. This is gorgeous fountain pen makes a statement and it would make for a wonderful collector fountain pen to add to your writing instrument arsenal. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38095322318,"sku":"PARKER 75 GRAIN D'ORGE FOUNTAIN PEN","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker-75-Grain-dOrge-1_f13baf2a-b69a-4e36-8aa7-9f4f51805291.jpg?v=1490883815"},{"product_id":"1950-parker-51-flighter-stainless-steel-aerometric-filling-system","title":"1950 Parker 51 Flighter Fountain Pen in Stainless Steel with Aerometric Filling System","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this 1950 Parker 51 Stainless Steel Flighter Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUltrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, collector, breather tube, cap, barrel and Aerometric Filling System. Replaced the old ply sac with a new sac. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip, Cap Band and 14K NIB. Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the bright brushed stainless finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis fountain pen barrel and cap are made from stainless steel and display no dings or dents. The cap is stamped with Parker and Made In U.S.A. The barrel is stamped Made in U.S.A. with date code 50. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Aerometric Filling System works wonderfully; 3 to 4 presses and fills completely. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThere are no monograms on the barrel. This Parker 51 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a Medium point measuring roughly .74mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhen writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is an excellent condition vintage Parker 51 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38177160398,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker51-Flighter-Fountain-Pen12_5f53a2a3-e56c-4efe-b6a6-8bf9c35254af.jpg?v=1490989268"},{"product_id":"1946-parker-azure-celluloid-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen","title":"1946 PARKER AZURE CELLULOID VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this 1946 Parker Azure Blue Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, collector, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip, Double Cap Bands and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fountain pen cap and barrel are is magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled clip with no brassing and the double cap bands display wonderful gold filled color with no brassing, which can be quite common on this 3rd generation Parker pens. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic. The blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms on the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 7 presses and it will fill roughly 3\/4 full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Parker Vacumatic measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 5 15\/16\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .53mm, measured with digital calipers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .38mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.44mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Azure Blue Pearl Celluloid that is in in Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38377736846,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_6360.JPG?v=1491322669"},{"product_id":"1943-parker-emerald-celluloid-vacumatic-debutante-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1943 PARKER EMERALD CELLULOID VACUMATIC DEBUTANTE FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this 1943 Parker Emerald Pearl Celluloid Debutante Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fountain pen cap and barrel are is magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond split arrow gold filled clip with no brassing. The Chevron Cap band displays a wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 3 in the third quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is amazing, just very clear throughout. The blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms on the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 2 presses and it will fill roughly 2\/3s full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Parker Vacumatic measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .63mm, measured with digital calipers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .60mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.01mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. The celluloid and gold firm trim now shine, like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful vintage 3rd Generation Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Emerald Pearl Celluloid that is in in Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38970800398,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1943-Emerald-Parker-Vacumatic-1.jpg?v=1491868873"},{"product_id":"1945-parker-51-double-jewel-fountain-pen-in-buckskin-beige-restored","title":"1945 PARKER 51 DOUBLE JEWEL FOUNTAIN PEN IN BUCKSKIN BEIGE RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1945, 2nd Quarter, Parker 51 Fountain Pen in the Buckskin Beige color. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, hood, collector, breather tube, cap \u0026amp; barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new diaphragm. Hand polished the Gold Filled Diamond Clip, Cap and 14K NIB. Micromesh sanded from 1500 to 12000, polished the barrel and hood with Renaissance Wax and polished the cap to bring back the bright 1\/10 16K Gold Filled Plate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen barrel and cap are made with the Buckskin Beige color, which is a high cachet in the double jewel model. The color is consistant from the hood, barrel to the blind cap. The barrel is stamped Parker \"51\" Made in U.S.A. with date code 5 and 2 dot for a 2nd quarter production in 1945. The imprint on the barrel is clear and easily seen. There are no monograms on the barrel or cap. The cap is stamped with 1\/10 16K Gold Filled Made In U.S.A. The clutch ring is two-tone, gold-filled and chrome and looks excellent with the gold fill intact. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works wonderfully. 5 to 7 presses and fills completely. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker 51 measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a Medium point, has the same 1945 Date and measures roughly .56mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to medium line and smoothly. The writing sample provided was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. There is a tiny mar on the cap just below the arrow clip that measures roughly 3mm by 1mm - I wanted to point it out for transparency sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent condition vintage Parker 51 Fountain Pen that is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39777103310,"sku":"","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker51-Buckskin-Beige-1.jpg?v=1492980574"},{"product_id":"parker-75-vendome-prince-de-galles-fountain-pen-set-with-14k-gold-fine-nib-new-in-box","title":"PARKER 75 VENDOME PRINCE DE GALLES FOUNTAIN PEN SET WITH 14K GOLD FINE NIB NEW IN BOX","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Vintage Parker 75 Gold Plate Fountain Pen \u0026amp; Ballpoint Pen in VENDOME PRINCE DE GALLES Pattern with 14K Gold FRANCE NIB. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This set has not been used and is new old stock. The NIB has never been dipped in ink. I had a spare ink converter and added to the set, overwise you would just add an ink cartridge to the fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The cap and barrel are in perfect condition with no dings, dents, repairs or monograms. The cap secures tightly to the section \/ barrel. The cap banding is marked with, \"PARKER MADE IN FRANCE and the two Ps with an arrow separating them\". The Fountain Pen measures 5 1\/16\" in length capped and 5 5\/8\" posted. The Ballpoint Pen measures 5 1\/16\" in length. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The NIB is 14K and is marked with, \"PARKER 585 FRANCE 14K with the PP Arrow Hallmark\". The back of the feed\/section of the NIB shows an \"F\" for a Fine NIB point. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The box is in very good condition with blue velvet inside and outside the box and gold metal accept trim. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I would consider this Parker Set in Mint Condition. This is gorgeous fountain pen set that makes a statement and it would make for a wonderful collector set to add to your writing instrument arsenal.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39777768206,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_6862.JPG?v=1492982876"},{"product_id":"1939-parker-emerald-pearl-celluloid-double-jewel-vacumatic-fountain-pen-set-restored","title":"1939 PARKER EMERALD PEARL CELLULOID DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN SET RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1939 Parker Emerald Green Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen Set in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. This set has magnificent emerald pearl color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are is magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Gold Filled clip with no brassing and the cap band displays a wonderful gold filled Chevron pattern with no brassing. The top jewel and bottom jewels are the same pattern as the cap and barrel and look great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 9 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms on the barrel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 3 to 4 presses and it will fill full. This 2nd Generation Parker Vacumatic has the correct Speedline filling unit with the Diamond on the end. This filling unit is smooth and work flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a 2nd Generation Debutante that measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 3\/8\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .68mm, measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the split arrow 14K NIB with the correct \"9\" date code, which matches the rest of the pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at a medium .54mm stroke and the broad line measured with digital calipers is roughly 1.28mm with firm pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The pencil is in fantastic condition in it's own right. The banding, clip and point display no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen Set in the Emerald Green Pearl Celluloid that is in exceptional condition and would grade it in the Excellent to Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39885763534,"sku":"","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Parker-Emerald-Pearl-Set-2.JPG?v=1493138563"},{"product_id":"2002-parker-duofold-red-mosaic-fountain-pen-18k-nib-new-in-box","title":"2002 Parker Duofold International Red Mosaic Fountain Pen 18K NIB New in Box","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Parker International Duofold Red Mosaic Fountain Pen New in the Box with book\/paperwork. This fountain pen has never been inked and always contained in the box from a non-smoking home. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The barrel and cap are gorgeous with beautiful color, perfectly platinum plated cap clip and banding. There are absolutely no nicks, chips, cracks or repairs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. This Parker Duofold is an International Size that measures 5.18\" inches in length capped. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker Duofold 18K Solid Gold Nib is Platinum Plated and is marked \"M\" on the back of the feed for a medium stroke. This Parker Duofold has stamped 2002 - 2nd Quarter date code on the buttend side of the barrel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ink converter is unused and ready for your ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous Parker Duofold Mosaic in Red that really makes a statement. It is ready to write or add to your writing arsenal collection. Certainly a pen that you can cherish and pass down from generation to generation.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41533656462,"sku":"","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/parkerduofoldmosaicred6.JPG?v=1495472874"},{"product_id":"parker-duofold-international-black-mosaic-fountain-pen-medium-nib-new-in-box","title":"Parker Duofold International Black Mosaic Fountain Pen Medium Nib New In Box","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Parker International Duofold Black Mosaic Fountain Pen New in the Box with book\/paperwork. This fountain pen has never been inked and always contained in the box from a non-smoking home. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The barrel and cap are gorgeous with beautiful color, perfectly platinum plated cap clip and banding. There are absolutely no nicks, chips, cracks of repairs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. This Parker Duofold is an International Size that measures 5.18\" inches in length capped. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker Duofold 18K Solid Gold Nib is Platinum Plated and is marked \"M\" on the back of the feed for a medium stroke. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ink converter is unused and ready for your ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous Parker Duofold Mosaic in Black Mosaic that really makes a statement. It is ready to write or add to your writing arsenal collection. Certainly a pen that you can cherish and pass down from generation to generation.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41844389966,"sku":"","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker-Duofold-International-Black-Mosaic5.JPG?v=1495904363"},{"product_id":"parker-duofold-centennial-black-mosaic-fountain-pen-medium-nib-new-in-box","title":"Parker Duofold Centennial Black Mosaic Fountain Pen Medium Nib New In Box","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Parker Centennial Duofold Black Mosaic Fountain Pen New in the Box with book\/paperwork. This fountain pen has never been inked and always contained in the box from a non-smoking home. The barrel and cap are gorgeous with beautiful color, perfectly platinum plated cap clip and banding. There are absolutely no nicks, chips, cracks of repairs. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The threads on the cap and barrel are excellent with the cap always securing tightly. There are no monograms on the barrel. This Parker Duofold is an Centennial Size that measures 5.40\" inches in length capped. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Parker Duofold 18K Solid Gold Nib is Platinum Plated and is marked \"M\" on the back of the feed for a medium stroke. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The ink converter is unused and ready for your ink. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous Parker Duofold Centennial in Black Mosaic that really makes a statement. It is ready to write or add to your writing arsenal collection. Certainly a pen that you can cherish and pass down from generation to generation.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41845830862,"sku":"","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker-Duofold-Centennial-Black-Mosaic-Fountain-Pen3.JPG?v=1495907033"},{"product_id":"1939-parker-vacumatic-double-jewel-burgundy-pearl-celluloid-fountain-pen","title":"1939 Parker Vacumatic Double Jewel Burgundy Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1939 Parker Double Jewel Burgundy Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are is magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow, blue diamond gold filled clip with no brassing and with chevron cap band display wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is stripped and looks great, the bottom jewel is black. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with only the date code being faint, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 9 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent. The blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms on the barrel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 8 to 10 presses and it will fill roughly 3\/4 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 5 15\/16\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .63mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .38mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.63mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid that is in in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41847750798,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Parker-Vacumatic-Burgundy4.JPG?v=1495909773"},{"product_id":"restored-1946-parker-emerald-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bb-semi-flexible-nib","title":"RESTORED 1946 PARKER EMERALD PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BB SEMI-FLEXIBLE NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful 1946 Parker Emerald Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size and in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size, which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 5 9\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Blue Diamond clip and the Chevron Cap Band that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks fabulous. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .57mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a double broad stroke line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .38mm and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.28mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Emerald Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41851275214,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1946-Parker-Vacumatic-GreenPearl-Fountain-Pen3.JPG?v=1495915480"},{"product_id":"restored-1943-parker-striped-senior-duofold-dusty-rose-celluloid-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1943 PARKER STRIPED SENIOR DUOFOLD DUSTY ROSE CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Fabulous 1943 Parker Duofold Senior in Dusty Rose Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. I would consider this one of the best Duofolds I have seen in quite some time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K \"V\" NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and looks awesome. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Gold Filled clip with no brassing. The Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band displays a wonderful gold filled color, also, with no brassing. The top jewel is black and polished to a great shine The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"PARKER DUOFOLD MADE IN U.S.A. with date code 3 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is great. The blind cap securely fits and there are no monograms on the barrel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacu-Fill System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 6 presses and it will roughly 3\/4 full. This Vacu-Fill unit is in excellent condition; it operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Senior Parker Duofold Fountain Pen measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. The 14K Parker \"V\" NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .61mm, measured with digital calipers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided in the image has a fine stroke that measures .55mm and can flex to a medium stroke of roughly .88mm with normal pressure; see image. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Duofold Fountain Pen in the Dusty Rose Celluloid and would grade it in the Excellent to Very Fine Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41952140942,"sku":"","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_7619.JPG?v=1496070870"},{"product_id":"1938-parker-brown-double-jewel-vacumatic-shadow-wave-fountain-pen-restored-with-hard-to-find-star-clip","title":"1938 PARKER BROWN DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC SHADOW WAVE FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED WITH HARD TO FIND STAR CLIP","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1938 Parker Shadow-Wave Golden Brown Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition with Double Jewels and Star Clip. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Split Arrow STAR Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Split Arrow Parker clip with no brassing and displays the \"STAR\" symbol just above the \"P\" in Parker. The Chevron Cap Banding displays a wonderful gold filled color, again, with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are black, in good condition. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 8 in the 3rd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic, as you can see in photo. There are no monograms on the barrel. Just to point out, there is a tiny nick in the blind cap celluloid, which you can see in the last image - it is tiny and measures roughly 1.26mm by 1.48mm - just wanted to point this out for clarity sake. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 6 presses and it will fill full. The filling unit operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen is Junior Model that measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 5\/16\" posted. The 14K Parker Vacumatic NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .58mm, measured with digital calipers. The NIB is in excellent condition and writes very smooth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine \/ medium line. The writing sample provided in the image has a medium stroke that measures .57mm and can flex to a roughly .71mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a great vintage Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen in the Golden Brown Pearl Celluloid. Has the harder to find Star Clip and would grade it in the Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42195448654,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_7708.JPG?v=1496343965"},{"product_id":"1933-parker-gray-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1933 PARKER GRAY PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Circa 1933 Parker Standard Vacumatic Gray Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the trim, arrow clip, cap banding and 14K 2-Tone NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Arrow Feather clip and the 3 white gold plate cap bands. The arrow clip does display minimal wear. The cap bands display minimal wear as well, they are in excellent condition. The top and bottom jewels carry the same striped design as the barrel and cap and look great. The section also carries through the striped design of the overall design of the pen. The barrel imprint is faint but legible, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with no date or code\". The significance of no date code puts this manufacture date range from 1933 to roughly August 1934, which some people in the industry determine this to be a \"Zero Generation\" fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The transparency of the barrel is fantastic; however, there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no monograms on the barrel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 7 presses and it will fill to nearly 7\/8 full. Has the Lockdown filling unit and the filling mechanism works smooth and flawlessly, which is correct for this time of the Vacumatic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a Zero\/1st Generation Standard Fountain Pen that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/4\" posted. The 14K Parker 2-Tone NIB has a medium to broad point measuring roughly .89mm when measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the Golden two-tone arrow NIB; some the platinum plating on the shoulder and base of the NIB has worn away - I would say roughly 85% of the Platinum plating is still intact. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at a medium .64mm stroke measured with digital calipers, there is little to no flex in this NIB. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Finding these early Parker Vacumatic fountain pens from this 1933-1934 era are harder and harder to find. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection that I would grade as Excellent.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42523568206,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1933-parker-gray-pearl-vacumatic-8.jpg?v=1496769736"},{"product_id":"restored-1936-parker-emerald-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-fountain-pen-set","title":"RESTORED 1936 PARKER EMERALD PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN SET","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1936 Parker Emerald Green Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen Set in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. This set has magnificent emerald pearl color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Feather \u0026amp; Arrow Clip, Three Ring Cap Banding and 14K 2-Tone NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of the Fountain Pen \u0026amp; Pencil. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Feather Arrow Gold Filled clip with no brassing and the cap band displays a wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel and bottom jewels are the same pattern as the cap and barrel and look great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic, albeit with Ambering. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. There is a monogram on the barrel on the fountain pen that reads, \"Irene Kosch\" and the pencil, \"H. F. Patterson\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 6 presses and it will fill full. This is a 1st Generation Parker Vacumatic has the correct Lockdown filling unit. This filling unit is smooth in it's operation and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a 1st Generation Junior Model that measures 4 7\/8\" in length capped and 5 3\/4\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .62mm, measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the split arrow, 2-Tone 14K NIB. When writing a sample the NIB very smoothly and with a fine line and can flex to a broad stroke. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at a medium .51mm stroke and the broad line measured with digital calipers is roughly 1.28mm with firm pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The pencil is in fantastic condition in it's own right. The banding, clip and point display no brassing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen Set in the Emerald Green Pearl Celluloid that is in exceptional condition and would grade it in the Excellent to Fine Condition. It is ready to write or just add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42674337614,"sku":"","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/IMG_7834.JPG?v=1496949375"},{"product_id":"restored-1941-parker-double-jewel-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-with-jewelers-cap-band","title":"RESTORED 1941 PARKER DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH JEWELERS CAP BAND","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful 1941 Parker Double Jewel Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with Jeweler's Cap Band in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Split Arrow Clip, Wide Coin Stack Jeweler's Band and 14K 2-Tone Parker U.S.A. NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and now it shines. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled clip and the jeweler's cap band displays cartouche with a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are black and look great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 1 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Speedline Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill 7\/8 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a Platinum Coated and gold split arrow NIB. The two-tone NIB coating displays excellent, with only minor plating loss. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .49mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with this NIB, it writes with an extra fine line to a medium line, which is relatively smooth for such a fine point NIB. In the writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .37mm and the medium line measured with digital calipers is .85mm. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The so-called Jeweler's cap-band Vacs are relatively uncommon variants produced from 1939-1941. Factory original, the key finding is an extra-wide lined cap band. This one is the 2nd size pen with same contour used for the Major and Slender Maxima of that era, though all pens found with this cap-band have Major nib. This pen and the 1st Size pen (Senior Maxima) to share the larger of the two Jeweler's Band forms found in this variant cluster. The cap-band has a one visible tiny ('pin') dings near the cartouche and the cartouche has the very faint initials \"GGH\" engraved - I almost bet these would buff out very easily because they are so faint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Overall, this is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is a difficult to find variant in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42733092942,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1941-Brown-Parker-Vac-Fountain-Pen5.jpg?v=1497032713"},{"product_id":"restored-1941-parker-azure-pearl-vacumatic-debutante-double-jewel-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1941 PARKER AZURE PEARL VACUMATIC DEBUTANTE DOUBLE JEWEL FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1941 Parker Azure Blue Pearl Celluloid Double Jewel Debutante Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Diamond Clip, Gold Filled Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Diamond split arrow gold filled clip with no brassing. The cap banding is gold filled and display a great color. The top and bottom jewels are black and have a beautiful shine to them. The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 1 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent, albeit ambered. The blind cap securely fits. There is a monograms on the barrel that reads, \"J. Slette\". This Parker Vacumatic measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4 to 5 presses and it will fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker Arrow NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .77mm, measured with digital calipers. The NIB on this Parker writes extremely smooth, in my opinion. The 14K NIB is in beautiful condition and has the same 1941, 1st Quarter Date code as the barrel. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line roughly measures at a fine .49mm stroke and the broadest line measured with digital calipers is coming in at a medium stroke of roughly .81mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Azure Blue Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent Restored Condition. It is ready to write or just add it to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42853585358,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1941-Parker-Blue-Azure-Fountain-Pen11.jpg?v=1497293293"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-vacumatic-golden-pearl-celluloid-fountain-pen-double-jewel","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER VACUMATIC GOLDEN PEARL CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PEN DOUBLE JEWEL","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful 1940 Parker Vacumatic Double Jewel Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Split Arrow Clip, Double Ring Cap Bands and 14K Parker U.S.A. NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and now it shines. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 5 7\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled clip and double ring cap bands that display a brilliant gold filled color with no brassing. The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are black and look great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the third quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 7 presses to fill 7\/8 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB with a correct date to the pen. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .53mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with this NIB, it writes with an extra fine line to a medium line, which is relatively smooth for such a fine point NIB. In the writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .40mm and the medium line measured with digital calipers is .85mm. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Overall, this is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid Excellent to Fine Condition. It is ready to write or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42985255822,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker-Vacumatic-Fountain-Pen9.jpg?v=1497472345"},{"product_id":"restored-1942-parker-golden-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bb-flex-nib","title":"RESTORED 1942 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful 1942 Parker Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size and in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Coin Stack Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Blue Diamond clip and the Coin Stack Cap Band that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 2 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is \"Water Clear\", looks fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Speedline Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4-6 presses to fill 7\/8 full. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .48mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a double broad stroke line, which is very smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .48mm and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.71mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43604647566,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1942-Parker-Golden-Vac8.jpg?v=1498947141"},{"product_id":"restored-1945-parker-emerald-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-with-f-to-bb-flex-nib","title":"RESTORED 1945 PARKER EMERALD PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to BB FLEX NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1945 Parker Emerald Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Diamond Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Diamond clip and the Chevron Cap Band with cartouche that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 5 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel looks fantastic with ambering, an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4-6 presses to fill 3\/4 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB with the proper date code of 5, also denotes the \"R\" for replacement NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .82mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a double broad stroke line, which is very smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .45mm and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.47mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen displays a rich Emerald Pearl color, which I would grade in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43631041102,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1945-Parker-Emerald-Fountain-Pen7.jpg?v=1499018255"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-vacumatic-imperial-debutante-double-jeweled-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER VACUMATIC IMPERIAL DEBUTANTE DOUBLE JEWELED FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1940 Parker Vacumatic Imperial Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, 1\/10 14K Gold Filled Cap and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic Imperial is a Debutante size which measures 4 15\/16\" in length capped and 5 3\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Blue Diamond clip and is stamped with 1\/10 14K Gold Filled. The cap features a \"51\"-style cap but with cap threads, not a clutch setup, and features an hourglass shaped gripping section with threads at the very bottom on the section. The cap has a cartouche, which has never been monogrammed. There are absolutely no dings or dents to the cap. The top and bottom jewels are black and have been polished to display a lovely shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits and hides the proper lock down filling unit. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4-6 presses to fill 3\/4 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB with a date code of 9 in the first quarter. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .86mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium to a broad stroke line, which is very smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .60mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is .99mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Imperial Fountain Pen. It is a hard to find variant in the Vacumatic family. The color is great and the cap is exquisite. I would grade this fine writing instrument in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43636905870,"sku":"","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/10940-Parker-Imperial-Vacumatic-7.jpg?v=1499295706"},{"product_id":"restored-1944-parker-duofold-senior-green-gold-celluloid-fountain-pen-v-nib","title":"RESTORED 1944 PARKER DUOFOLD SENIOR FOUNTAIN PEN IN THE GREEN GOLD CELLULOID WITH V NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Fantastic RESTORED 1944 Parker Duofold Senior Fountain Pen in Green-Gold Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K \"V\" NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and, indeed, it looks fantastic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Gold Filled clip with no brassing. The Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band displays a wonderful gold filled color, also, with no brassing. The top jewel is black and polished to a great shine The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"PARKER DUOFOLD MADE IN U.S.A. with date code 4 in the third quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is great and one can see through it clearly, albeit does has minor ambering . The blind cap securely fits. There are no personalizations or monograms on the fountain pen. This Senior Parker Duofold Fountain Pen measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacu-Fill System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 6 presses and it will roughly 7\/8 full. This Vacu-Fill unit is in excellent condition; it operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker \"V\" NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .58mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided in the image has a extra fine stroke that measures .35mm and can flex to a medium stroke of roughly .86mm with normal pressure; see image. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous, vintage RESTORED Parker Duofold Fountain Pen in the Green-Gold Celluloid and would grade it in the Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43698904142,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1944-Parker-Duofold-GreenGold-FP9.jpg?v=1501701239"},{"product_id":"restored-1943-parker-duofold-senior-dusty-rose-celluloid-fountain-pen-v-nib","title":"RESTORED 1943 PARKER DUOFOLD SENIOR DUSTY ROSE CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PEN V NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Fantastic RESTORED 1943 Parker Duofold Senior Fountain Pen in Dusty Rose Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K \"V\" NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Gold Filled clip with no brassing. The Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band displays a wonderful gold filled color, also, with no brassing. The top jewel is black and polished to a great shine The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"PARKER DUOFOLD MADE IN U.S.A. with date code 3 in the third quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is great and one can see through it clearly, albeit does has minor ambering . The blind cap securely fits. There are no personalizations or monograms on the fountain pen. This Senior Parker Duofold Fountain Pen measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacu-Fill System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses and it will fill full. This Vacu-Fill unit is in excellent condition; it operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker \"V\" NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .70mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line and very smoothly. The writing sample provided in the image has a fine stroke that measures .49mm and can flex to a broad stroke of roughly .91mm with normal pressure; see image. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous, vintage RESTORED Parker Duofold Fountain Pen in the Dusty Rose Celluloid and would grade it in the Excellent Condition. It is a great writer and \/ or would be a fantastic Parker to add to the display cabinet. The colors are absolutely gorgeous!","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43737119822,"sku":"","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1943-Parker-Duofold-DustyRed-FP8.jpg?v=1499295721"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-vacumatic-double-jewel-fountain-pen-in-silver-pearl-celluloid","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER VACUMATIC DOUBLE JEWEL FOUNTAIN PEN IN SILVER PEARL CELLULOID","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1940 Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Silver Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Nickel Plated Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size which measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - the silver celluloid just shines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow Nickel Plated Blue Diamond clip and Chevron Cap Band with no plating wear The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are black and both have been polished for a wonderful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the 4th quarter\". There is a monogram with the initials, \"MLH\", on the barrel. The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. There is a bit of brassing to the edge of the blind cap tassel. The Speedline Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill full. The Speedline Filler Unit is proper the year of the pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K two-tone split arrow NIB. Some of the platinum plating is wearing, which is normal and does not affect the NIB function when writing. The iridium is great and creates a very smooth writing experience, writing with this NIB is wonderful and cannot place enough emphasis for it. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.60mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a extra fine to a broad stroke line, which is extremely smooth. With the writing sample provided, the extra fine line measures at .42mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.04mm with medium pressure. The writing sample was completed with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample provided was completed by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Silver Pearl Celluloid. I would grade this fine Parker writing instrument at Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43743334094,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker-Vacumatic-Gray-FP9.jpg?v=1499295682"},{"product_id":"1943-parker-vacumatic-jet-black-celluloid-fountain-pen-with-f-to-b-nib-restored","title":"1943 PARKER VACUMATIC JET BLACK CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PEN WITH F to B NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1943 Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Jet Black Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold FIlled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K Split Arrow NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and shine of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 5 15\/16\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - a classic jet black that just shines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow Gold Filled Blue Diamond clip and Chevron Cap Band with no plating loss. The top jewel is black and has been polished for a wonderful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 3 in the 4th quarter\". There are no monograms or personalizations on the barrel. The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 to 8 presses to fill completely full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates an excellent writing experience, in my opinion. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.63mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a broad stroke line. With the writing sample provided, the fine line measures at .48mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.05mm with medium pressure. The writing sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. Also, the writing sample provided was completed by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in Jet Black Celluloid. I would grade this Parker Vac at Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43773414222,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1943-Parker-JetBlack-FP9.jpg?v=1499361649"},{"product_id":"restored-1941-parker-vacumatic-double-jewel-golden-pearl-celluloid-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1941 PARKER VACUMATIC DOUBLE JEWEL GOLDEN PEARL CELLULOID FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1941 Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Plated Split Arrow Clip, Double Ring Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - the golden pearl celluloid just shines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Split Arrow Gold Plated Clip and Double Ring Cap Bands with no plating wear The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are black and both have been polished for a wonderful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 1 in the 3rd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.59mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a extra fine to a broad stroke line, which is extremely smooth. With the writing sample provided, the extra fine line measures at .41mm and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.41mm with medium pressure. The writing sample was completed with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample provided was completed by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid. I would grade this fine Parker writing instrument at Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43836794510,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1941-Parker-GP-FountainPen-8.jpg?v=1499486950"},{"product_id":"1939-parker-jet-black-double-jewel-vacumatic-shadow-wave-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1939 PARKER JET BLACK DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC SHADOW WAVE FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1939 Double Jewel Parker Shadow-Wave Fountain Pen in Jet Black Celluloid and in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Split Arrow Gold Filled Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Cap Banding and 14K Split Arrow NIB. Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and shine of this fountain pen. The transparency of the barrel is excellent, albeit with mild ambering. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in excellent condition with no cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Gold Filled Split Arrow clip with no brassing. The Gold Filled Chevron Cap Banding displays a wonderful gold filled color, again, with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are black and display a fantastic shine. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Speedline Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 presses and it will fill nearly full. The filling unit operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen is Junior Debutante Model that measures 4 7\/8\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .57mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to medium stroke \/ line. The writing sample provided in the image has a fine stroke that measures .47mm and can flex to a roughly .85mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen that works fantastic with a fine to medium NIB. This pen shines and the restoration breathes new life into this great writing instrument. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43837266766,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Parker-ShadowWave-FP9.jpg?v=1499487799"},{"product_id":"1946-parker-azure-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-f-to-b-flex-nib-restored","title":"1946 PARKER AZURE PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN F to B FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Restored 1946 Parker Azure Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Diamond Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Diamond clip and the Chevron Cap Band with cartouche; each area displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel looks fantastic with ambering, an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7-8 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a very smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .75mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a broad stroke line, which is very smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .51mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.13mm with medium pressure. The lower portion of the NIB, in the U.S. of the USA has a marring mark - just point it out for clarity sake as it does not affect the writing functionality or smoothness of the NIB. The The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a great vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen displaying a vibrant Azure \/ Blue Pearl color. This Parker is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912455630,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1946-Parker-Azure-FP8.jpg?v=1499719540"},{"product_id":"1940-parker-emerald-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-f-to-bb-flex-nib-restored","title":"1940 PARKER EMERALD PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN F to BB FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Restored 1940 Parker Emerald Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Diamond Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Buffed and Polished the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size, which measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip and the Chevron Cap Band with cartouche; each area displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel looks fantastic with ambering, an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6-7 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .64mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a double broad stroke line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .42mm and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.21mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a gorgeous vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen displaying a vibrant Emerald Pearl color. This Parker is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43939573774,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker-Emerald-FP-8.jpg?v=1499792330"},{"product_id":"1944-parker-golden-pearl-vacumatic-fountain-pen-pencil-set-restored","title":"1944 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN \u0026 PENCIL SET RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this 1944 Parker Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen Set in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. This set has magnificent golden pearl color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Split Arrow Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrels and caps to bring back the vibrancy of the Fountain Pen \u0026amp; Pencil and to protect it's finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Gold Filled Clip with no brassing and the chevron cap band displays a wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewels are black and have polished them to shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 4 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic, albeit with ambering. The blind cap securely fits. There are no personalizations or monograms to either of the writing instruments. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 pumps and it will fill full. This filling unit is smooth in it's operation and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is Major Size model that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .78mm when measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the split arrow design and is 14K gold. When writing the sample, the NIB performs very smoothly with a medium to a double broad stroke. In the writing sample provided (see image), the thinnest line measures at a medium .72mm stroke and the double broad line measured with digital calipers is roughly 1.65mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The pencil is in fantastic condition in it's own right. The banding, clip and point display no brassing. The lead extends when twisting the upper portion cap of the pencil. It works as it should. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen Set in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is in exceptional condition and would grade it in the Very Fine to Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43945503630,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1944-Parker-Gold-Pearl-FP25.jpg?v=1499809824"},{"product_id":"1939-parker-gray-pearl-vacumatic-streamline-standard-fountain-pen-w-star-clip","title":"1939 PARKER GRAY PEARL VACUMATIC STREAMLINE STANDARD FOUNTAIN PEN W\/ STAR CLIP","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1939 Parker Streamlined Standard Vacumatic Gray Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with Star Clip. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the trim, Star Split Arrow Clip, 3 Ring Cap Banding and 14K 2-Tone NIB. Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Split Arrow Feather clip with Star and the 3 white gold plate cap bands. There is only the slight amount of wear to the clip and that is only on the edge of the feathering portion of the clip - again very minor and only present it for clarity sake. The white gold filled cap bands are in excellent condition with no brassing \/ wear. The top and bottom jewels carry the same striped design as the barrel and cap and look great. The barrel imprint is crisp and reads, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with 9 date code and two dot for the 2nd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is very good; however, there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen measures 5 3\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This 1939 Parker Vacumatic has the correct speedline filling unit and it works smoothly and flawlessly. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 7 presses and it will fill to nearly 7\/8 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker 2-Tone NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .64mm when measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the Golden two-tone arrow NIB and much of the Platinum plating is still intact. When creating the writing sample, the thinnest line measures at a fine (.48mm) stroke and flexes up to a (1.32mm) double broad stroke when measured with digital calipers. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The significance of this Parker is that it is an Uncataloged variant made by Parker during the 1939 Vacumatic evolution time period. It is one of those Parker Vacumatics that you don't come across frequently and certainly a fabulous addition to the collection for those looking harder to find variants. This is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection that I would grade as Excellent.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44143651406,"sku":"","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Parker-FP-Star-Clip9.jpg?v=1500587989"},{"product_id":"1941-parker-vacumatic-major-emerald-pearl-double-jeweled-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1941 PARKER VACUMATIC MAJOR EMERALD PEARL DOUBLE JEWELED FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1941 Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Emerald Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Diamond Clip, 14K Gold Filled Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished \u0026amp; Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size which measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - the emerald color is very rich. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Diamond clip and the Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band. There is very minor brassing to a small portion of the cartouche area on the cap banding. The top jewel is striped and the bottom is black, both have been polished and look great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 1 in the 4th quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel when held to the light. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill 3\/4 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.79mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a medium stroke line, which is very smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .44mm and the medium line measured with digital calipers is .75mm with normal pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a wonderful vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Emerald Pearl Celluloid. I would grade this writing instrument in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44210351246,"sku":"","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1941-Parker-Emerald-FP-9.jpg?v=1500827573"},{"product_id":"1945-parker-golden-pearl-vacumatic-fountain-pen-xf-to-bbb-nib-restored","title":"1945 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN XF to BBB+ NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Restored 1945 Parker Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Debutante Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a long major which measures 4 7\/8\" in length capped and 5 3\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Blue Diamond clip and the Chevron Cap Band that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black - I polished to bring back a beautiful shine and now looks fantastic. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 5 in the second quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel, albeit there is minor ambering. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5-7 presses to fill 3\/4 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Parker NIB has excellent flex and really makes this pen special. The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .60mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with an extra fine line to a triple broad stroke+ line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .43mm and the triple broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.92mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent Condition. It is a great Flexible NIB that is fun to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":73748611096,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1945-Parker-Vac-8.jpg?v=1501291620"},{"product_id":"1946-parker-silver-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-f-to-b-flex-nib-restored","title":"1946 PARKER SILVER PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN F to B FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Restored 1946 Parker Silver Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Nickel Plated Split Arrow Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Split Arrow Nickel Plated clip and the Chevron Cap Banding that displays a lovely Nickel color with no brassing. The top jewel is black, I hand polished it and now shines and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the third quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent with very mild ambering, it looks fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6-7 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a wonderful writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .67mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a broad stroke line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .46mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is .98mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":81000661016,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1946-Parker-Silver-Vac-9.jpg?v=1501483097"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-vacumatic-double-jewel-burgundy-pearl-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER VACUMATIC DOUBLE JEWEL BURGUNDY PEARL FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1940 Parker Vacumatic Double Jewel Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Plated Blue Diamond Split Arrow Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a debutante size which measures 4 3\/4\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - the burgundy pearl just pops \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Split Arrow Gold Plated Clip and Chevron Cap Bands display no plating loss The top jewel is striped \u0026amp; bottom jewel is black and both have been polished for a wonderful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped (the date code is faint) with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the 2nd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent with mild ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. This Vacumatic Filling System works perfectly, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly 0.53mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to medium stroke line. With the writing sample provided, the fine line measures at .52mm and the medium line measured with digital calipers is .62mm with medium pressure. The writing sample was completed with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample provided was completed by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid. I would grade this fine Parker writing instrument at Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":84861681688,"sku":"","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker-Burgundy-Vac-9.jpg?v=1501524928"},{"product_id":"1947-parker-blue-azure-pearl-vacumatic-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1947 PARKER BLUE \/ AZURE PEARL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1947 Parker Blue Azure Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Debutante Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a debutante size, which measures 4 3\/4\" in length capped and 5 5\/16\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition in a vibrant Azure color and has no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the split arrow gold filled Diamond clip and the Chevron Cap Band that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black - I polished to bring back a beautiful shine and now looks fantastic. The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 7 in the fourth quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel, albeit there is very minor ambering. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4-5 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a very nice writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a firm fine point measuring roughly .59mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with an fine line to a medium line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .46mm and the medium line measured with digital calipers is .79mm with normal pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Azure Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent Condition. This is a gorgeous Parker Vacumatic to add to any writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":91116535832,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1947-Parker-Azure-FP9.jpg?v=1501617245"},{"product_id":"1942-parker-silver-pearl-vacumatic-fountain-pen-f-to-b-nib-major-size-restored","title":"1942 PARKER SILVER PEARL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN F to B NIB MAJOR SIZE RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautiful Restored 1942 Parker Silver Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Nickel Plated Blue Diamond Clip, Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major size, which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Split Arrow Nickel Plated Blue Diamond Clip and the Chevron Cap Band that shows no brassing. The top jewel is black - I polished to bring back a beautiful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 2 in the second quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic and a person can easily see through the barrel, albeit there is minor ambering. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 presses to fill 7\/8 full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB. The iridium is great and creates a very nice writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .64mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine line to a broad stroke line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .53mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is 1.02mm with normal to firm pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Silver Pearl Celluloid that is in Excellent Condition. This is a gorgeous Parker Vacumatic to add to any writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":98571780120,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1942-Parker-Silver-FP8.jpg?v=1501706799"},{"product_id":"restored-1937-parker-golden-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-fountain-pen-smooth-nib","title":"RESTORED 1937 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN SMOOTH NIB","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1937 Parker Standard Vacumatic Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in restored condition. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the golden firmed trim, arrow clip, cap banding and 14K 2-Tone NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The cap has the Arrow Feather clip and the 3 gold filled cap bands. The gold filled trim has all been polished and does not display any brassing. The top and bottom jewels carry the same striped design as the barrel and cap and look great. The section also carries through the striped design of the overall design of the pen. The barrel imprint is faint but legible, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with 1937 date code in the 1st Quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic; albeit there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no personalizations or monograms on the barrel or cap. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a 1st Generation Standard Fountain Pen that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 8 to 10 presses and it will fill to nearly 3\/4 full. This Parker has the correct Lockdown filling unit and the filling mechanism works smoothly and flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker 2-Tone NIB has a broad point measuring roughly .94mm when measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the Golden two-tone arrow NIB; most of the platinum plating on the NIB has worn away - I would say roughly 10% of the Platinum plating is still intact. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a medium line to a double broad stroke line, which is extremely smooth. The writing sample provided, the thinnest medium stroke \/ line measures at a medium .72mm stroke and the largest broad stroke \/ line measures 1.13mm when measured with digital calipers. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Finding these early Parker Vacumatic fountain pens are harder and harder to find, especially in this type of excellent condition. Again, this one writes extremely smooth, I can't say enough about the positive writing experience when writing with this pen. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection. I grade this Parker Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in Excellent Condition.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":136776220696,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1937-Parker-GP-FP8.jpg?v=1502135033"},{"product_id":"1939-parker-emerald-double-jewel-vacumatic-shadow-wave-fountain-pen-restored","title":"1939 PARKER EMERALD DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC SHADOW WAVE FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1939 Double Jewel Parker Shadow-Wave Fountain Pen in Emerald Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Feather Clip, Double Cap Banding and 14K Split Arrow NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished \u0026amp; Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and to protect the finish of the fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in good condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs. The cap has the Gold Filled Feather Arrow clip with no brassing. The Double Cap Banding displays a wonderful gold filled color, again, with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are black and polished to high shine. The long jeweled blind cap securely fits. The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic and a date code of 1939 in the 1st quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent and one can easily see through the barrel, albeit with mild ambering. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen is Junior Model that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 7 to 8 presses and it will fill 3\/4 full. The filling unit operates smoothly and works as it was designed to. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K Parker Split Arrow and has the same date code, 1939 in the first quarter, as the barrel - a marriage of NIB and Cap\/Body. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .51mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to broad stroke \/ line. The writing sample provided in the image has a medium stroke that measures .52mm and can flex to a roughly 1.09mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a great Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen in the Emerald color that is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection. I would grade this Parker Vacumatic in Excellent Condition and one of the more desirable colors in the Shadow Wave pattern.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":138214113304,"sku":"","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Parker-ShadowWave-FP9_0a1f846e-cf83-4b88-a07c-27518d29d9da.jpg?v=1502148691"},{"product_id":"restored-1935-parker-burgundy-mottled-double-jewel-vacumatic-jr-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1935 PARKER BURGUNDY MOTTLED DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC JR FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1935 Parker Burgundy Mottled Celluloid Double Jewel Vacumatic Jr Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Feather Clip, Gold Filled Two Ring Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished \u0026amp; Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and clarity of fountain pen barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no cracks or repairs. The barrel is near water clear with transparency. The cap has the Feather Gold Filled Clip and the double cap bands displays a wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are black and have been polished to look great again. The barrel is stamped crisp and clearly with, \"GEO S. PARKER PARKER VACUMATIC MADE IN USA PATD with Dated code 1935 in the 1st Quarter\". The transparency is amazing, I would consider it to be water clear. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a Junior Model that has a wider diameter cap and barrel than the standard juniors. It measures 4 7\/8\" in length capped and 5 13\/16\" posted. I have to reiterate the clarity of the barrel again, I have personally only seen very few water clear barrel and I would consider this one of the finest I have ever had in my collection \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 8 presses and it will fill full. This Vacumatic has the lock down filling unit, typical on 1st generation Vacumatics. This filling unit has been greased and now operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker Split Arrow NIB is dated the same as the barrel, 1935 in the first quarter. This NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .77mm, when measured with digital calipers. The NIB is the split arrow 14K Vacumatic that is in excellent cosmetic and smooth writing condition. When writing a sample the NIB writes with an extra fine line and, again, very smoothly. The writing sample provided in the image has a extra fine stroke that measures .46mm and can flex to a broad stroke of roughly 1.16mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Mottled Celluloid and would grade it in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. This is collector worthy and the condition stands behind this gorgeous Parker. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":140213223448,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1935-Parker-Vac-RM8.jpg?v=1502164418"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-vacumatic-double-jewel-major-size-burgundy-pearl-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER VACUMATIC DOUBLE JEWEL MAJOR SIZE BURGUNDY PEARL FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Restored 1940 Parker Vacumatic Double Jewel Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Plated Blue Diamond Split Arrow Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a Major size which measures 5 1\/4\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. The color is gorgeous on this pen - the burgundy pearl just pops \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Split Arrow Gold Plated Clip and Chevron Cap Bands displaying no plating loss The top and bottom jewels are striped to match the cap and barrel and both have been polished for a wonderful shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Made in Canada Parker Vacumatic PAT NO.318982 REG. TMS. with date code 0 in the 2nd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is very good, albeit with ambering - an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. This Vacumatic Speedline Filling System works perfectly, typically in my tests with water about 8 presses to fill full. The Speedline Filling Unit is the correct filling unit for this year fountain pen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere is where this pen gets very interesting - the Parker NIB is a 14K split arrow NIB with a triple broad stroke flex. The iridium is great and creates a wonderful writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly 0.80mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to triple broad stroke line. With the writing sample provided, the fine line measures at .45mm and the triple broad stroke line measured with digital calipers is 2.18mm with firm to medium pressure. The writing sample was completed with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample provided was completed by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic vintage example of the Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid. I would grade this fine Parker writing instrument at Excellent Condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":148909752344,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker0Burgundy-FP11.jpg?v=1502229409"},{"product_id":"restored-1938-parker-gold-brown-double-jewel-vacumatic-shadow-wave-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1938 PARKER GOLD BROWN DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC SHADOW WAVE FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1938 Double Jewel Parker Shadow-Wave Fountain Pen in Golden Brown Celluloid. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Feather Clip, Double Cap Banding, Bottom Tassel and 14K Split Arrow NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished \u0026amp; Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and to protect the finish of the fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in good condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs. The cap has the Gold Filled Feather Arrow clip with just a hint of brass in the center of the feather area of the clip. The Double Cap Banding displays a wonderful gold filled with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are black and polished to high shine. The jeweled blind cap securely fits. The barrel is clearly stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic and a date code of 1938 in the 3rd quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent and one can easily see through the barrel, albeit with mild ambering. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen is Junior Model that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Lockdown Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 7 presses and it will fill full. The proper Lock Down Filling Unit operates smoothly and works as it was designed to. I have greased the filling unit to provide continuous smooth operation for years to come. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The NIB is a 14K Parker Split Arrow and has the date code, 1938 in the second quarter, as the barrel. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .76mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to broad stroke \/ line. The writing sample provided in the image has a medium stroke that measures .51mm and can flex to a roughly .93mm with normal pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a 1st Generation (1933 to 1938) Parker Vacumatic Shadow Wave Fountain Pen in the Golden Brown color that is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection. I would grade this Parker Vacumatic in Excellent Condition and is a great addition to your Shadow Wave Collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":156388556824,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1938-Parker-Brown-SW9.jpg?v=1502307934"},{"product_id":"restored-circa-1933-1938-first-generation-parker-burgundy-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-standard-size-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED CIRCA 1933-1938 FIRST GENERATION PARKER BURGUNDY PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC STANDARD SIZE FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored Circa 1933-1938 Parker Burgundy Pearl Celluloid Double Jewel Vacumatic Standard Size Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Feather Clip, Gold Filled Three Ring Cap Banding and 14K 2-Tone NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished \u0026amp; Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy and clarity of fountain pen barrel and cap. This Vacumatic would is considered a 1st Generation Vacumatic, which dated from 1933 to 1937. This Vacumatic packs the \"luxury\" features which add charm with the two tone nib, striped end jewels and gripping section, and triple cap-band. Burgundy is considered a \"better\" color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no cracks or repairs. The barrel has excellent transparency and can easily see through, albeit with mild ambering. The cap has the Feather Gold Filled Clip and triple cap bands that display a wonderful gold filled color with no brassing. The top and bottom jewels are striped to match the cap and barrel and have been polished to look great again. The barrel faintly stamped, almost non-existent and I can only make out , \"PARKER VACUMATIC\". The jeweled blind cap securely fits. There are no monograms or personalizations to either the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a Standard Size Model that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 8 presses and it will fill full. This Vacumatic has the lock down filling unit, typical on 1st generation Vacumatics. This filling unit has been greased and now operates smoothly and works flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K 2-Tone Parker Split Arrow NIB is in beautiful condition with the plating nearly all intact. This NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .78mm, when measured with digital calipers. The NIB is the split arrow 14K Vacumatic that is in excellent cosmetic and smooth writing condition. When writing a sample the NIB writes with an extra fine line and, again, very smoothly. The writing sample provided in the image has a extra fine stroke that measures .49mm and can flex to a double broad stroke of roughly 1.24mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue - Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage 1st Generation Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid and would grade it in Fine to Excellent Condition. If the imprint was crisp and clear, I would say it is collector worthy. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":156525232152,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/Parker-Vac-DB-FP-8.jpg?v=1502309458"},{"product_id":"restored-1940-parker-golden-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-with-jewelers-cap-band","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN WITH JEWELERS CAP BAND","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1940 Parker Double Jewel Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with Jeweler's Cap Band. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Blue Diamond Gold Filled Split Arrow Clip, Wide Coin Stack Jeweler's Band, 14K Parker U.S.A. NIB and bottom tassel. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and to protect the celluloid. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Split Arrow gold filled clip and the jeweler's cap band displays a cartouche with a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are black and have been polished to a glorious shine. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 0 in the first quarter\". There is no monogram or personalization to the barrel. The transparency of the barrel is very good and a person can easily see through the barrel, albeit with mild ambering. The blind cap securely fits. The Speedline Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K Gold Split Arrow NIB, which has a smooth writing experience. The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .51mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with this NIB, it writes with an extra fine line to a double broad stroke line. In the writing sample provided, the extra fine line measures at .42mm and the double broad line measures at 1.23mm when measuring with digital calipers. The writing sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The so-called Jeweler's cap-band Vacs are relatively uncommon variants produced from 1939-1941. Factory original, the key finding is an extra-wide lined cap band. This one is the 2nd size pen with same contour used for the Major and Slender Maxima of that era, though all pens found with this cap-band have Major nib. This pen and the 1st Size pen (Senior Maxima) to share the larger of the two Jeweler's Band forms found in this variant cluster. The cap-band has a cartouche that displays the initials \"R.L.P.\" engraved. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Overall, this is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Golden Pearl Celluloid that is a difficult to find variant in Excellent Condition - I would consider it close to near mint if the initials were not engraved on the Jeweler's Cap Banding. It is ready to write or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":157123772440,"sku":"","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Parker-Jeweler-Band9.jpg?v=1502319408"},{"product_id":"restored-1934-parker-burgundy-pearl-double-jewel-vacumatic-fountain-pen","title":"RESTORED 1934 PARKER BURGUNDY PEARL DOUBLE JEWEL VACUMATIC JUNIOR SIZE FOUNTAIN PEN","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1934 1st Generation Parker Double Jewel Burgundy Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. NEAR MINT CONDITION this Parker is in. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Feather Gold Filled Split Arrow Clip, 3-Ring Cap Banding, 14K 2-Tone Parker U.S.A. NIB and bottom tassel. The gold filled trim displays \"No Brassing\". Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen and to protect the celluloid. This Parker Vacumatic is a Jr Size which measures 4 5\/8\" capped and 5 7\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Feather Split Arrow gold filled clip with the 3-Ring Cap Banding with no brassing. The top \u0026amp; bottom jewels are striped to match the cap and barrel and polished to a glorious shine. The section is also striped to match the pen's cap, barrel and jewels. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 1934 in the 3rd quarter\". There are no monograms or personalization to either the cap or barrel. The transparency of the barrel is excellent and a person can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. I have tested the filling mechanism with water and fills as it should. The Lockdown Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 6 to 8 presses to fill full. I have greased the filling unit, so it operates smoothly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K Gold 2-Tone Split Arrow NIB, which has a smooth writing experience. The platinum coating on the NIB is fully intact and just looks amazing. The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .87mm when measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample with this NIB, it writes with a fine line to a double broad stroke line. In the writing sample provided, the extra fine line measures at .42mm and the double broad line measures at 1.26mm when measuring with digital calipers. The writing sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen in the Burgundy Pearl Celluloid that has all the \"high-line\" features; 3-Ring Cap Banding, 2-Tone NIB, Striped Section, Striped top and bottom Jewels with excellent transparency. I would consider this Parker to fall in Near Mint Condition - certainly collector grade. It is ready to write or just add it to your writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":163653451800,"sku":"","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1934-Parker-Burgundy-DJ9.jpg?v=1502387628"},{"product_id":"1940-parker-silver-pearl-vacumatic-debutanta-fountain-pen-w-star-clip","title":"RESTORED 1940 PARKER SILVER PEARL VACUMATIC DEBUTANTE FOUNTAIN PEN W\/ STAR CLIP","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration we are offering for sale this Beautifully Restored 1940 Parker Debutante Vacumatic Gray Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with Star Clip. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the trim, Star Split Arrow Clip, Nickel Plated Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy and to protect the fountain pen material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has the Split Arrow Feather clip with Star Nickel Plate cap bands. There is only the slight amount of wear to the backside of the tassel clip and that is only on the edge - again very minor and only present it for clarity sake. The white gold filled cap bands are in excellent condition with no brassing \/ wear. The bottom tassel has edge wear, again very minor. The top and bottom jewels are black and have been polished to great shine and look great. The barrel imprint is crisp and reads, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with 0 date code and three dots for the 1st quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is excellent; however, there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 1\/2\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This 1940 Parker Vacumatic has the correct speedline filling unit and it works smoothly and flawlessly. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 6 presses and it will fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker NIB has a fine point measuring roughly .55mm when measured with digital calipers. The NIB has the Split Arrow NIB and performs very well. When creating the writing sample, the thinnest line measures at an extra fine (.36mm) stroke and flexes up to a (1.28mm) double broad stroke when measured with digital calipers. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of those Parker Vacumatics that you don't come across frequently and certainly a fabulous addition to the collection for those looking harder to find variants. This is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection that I would grade as Excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":172285427736,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1940-Silver-Parker-SC9.jpg?v=1502476395"},{"product_id":"restored-1939-parker-emerald-pearl-vacumatic-shadow-wave-debutante-fountain-pen-w-star-clip","title":"RESTORED 1939 PARKER EMERALD PEARL VACUMATIC SHADOW WAVE DEBUTANTE FOUNTAIN PEN W\/ STAR CLIP","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Lovely Restored 1939 Parker Debutante Vacumatic in the Emerald Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with a Gold Filled Star Clip. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Trim, Star Split Arrow Clip, Chevron Cap Banding and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy and to help protect the celluloid. The Emerald color on this Parker is very beautiful. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen barrel is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, teeth marks or repairs. The cap has a hairline lip crack, which has been stabilized with MEK (see 11th image). The cap has the Gold Filled Split Arrow Feather clip with Star and the Chevron gold filled cap band. There is only the slight amount of wear to the cap banding - again very minor and only present it for clarity sake. The Gold Filled Clip is in in excellent condition with no brassing \/ wear. The top and bottom jewels are black and have been polished to shine great again. The barrel imprint is good, but the date code is very faint and reads, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with 9 date code and three dots for the 1st quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is very good; however, there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen measures 4 5\/8\" in length capped and 5 3\/8\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This 1939 Parker Vacumatic has replacement filling unit and it works smoothly and flawlessly. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 5 to 7 presses and it will fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 14K Parker NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .60mm when measured with digital calipers. When creating the writing sample, the thinnest line measures at a fine (.50mm) stroke and flexes up to a (.92mm) broad stroke when measured with digital calipers. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It is one of those Parker Vacumatics that you don't come across frequently and certainly a very fine addition to the collection for those looking harder to find variants. This is in ready to write condition or just add to writing arsenal collection that I would grade as fine due to the hairline in the cap; if the cap with clean I would have no problem grading it excellent.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":172301746200,"sku":"","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1939-Green-Parker-SW9.jpg?v=1502476635"},{"product_id":"1937-parker-golden-pearl-dj-vacumatic-fountain-pen-high-flex-f-bbb-nib-restored","title":"1937 PARKER GOLDEN PEARL DJ VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN HIGH FLEX F-BBB+ NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1937 Parker Vacumatic Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen with Ultra-Flexible NIB. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled trim, Arrow Clip, 3-Ring Cap Banding, 14K U.S.A. NIB and bottom tassel. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel, cap and striped jewels to bring back the vibrancy and to protect the material of this fountain pen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The cap has the Gold Filled Arrow Feather clip and the 3 gold filled cap bands. The gold filled trim has all been polished and does not display any brassing. The top and bottom jewels carry the same striped design as the barrel and cap and look great. The section also carries through the striped design of the overall design of the pen. The barrel imprint is crisp and reads, \"Geo. S. Parker Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. PAT with 1937 date code in the 1st Quarter\". The transparency of the barrel is fantastic; albeit there is ambering. The cap fits securely to the barrel and the jeweled blind cap also securely fits. There are no personalizations or monograms on the barrel or cap. This Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen is a 1st Generation Standard Fountain Pen that measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6 1\/4\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 8 to 10 presses and it will fill to nearly 3\/4 full. This Parker has the correct Lockdown filling unit and the filling mechanism works smoothly and flawlessly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e What sets this Parker Vacumatic apart and commands a premium, is that it packs one of the most unusual USA-manufactured Vac nibs i've had the pleasure to use. The nib is ultra-flex Broad. It starts Broad (can do a fine line with very light touch) and high flexes up to triple broad. It is a Amazing nib. The14K Parker USA NIB has a medium point measuring roughly .72mm when measured with digital calipers. The writing sample provided, the thinnest fine stroke \/ line measures at a medium .52mm and the largest broad stroke \/ line measures 2.52mm when measured with digital calipers with medium to firm pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Finding these early Parker Vacumatic fountain pens are harder and harder to find, especially in this type NIB and in excellent condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection. I grade this Parker Golden Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in Excellent Condition.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":176450535448,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1937-GoldPearl-FlexNIB-FP9.jpg?v=1502509720"},{"product_id":"1946-parker-emerald-pearl-vacumatic-major-fountain-pen-f-to-b-flex-nib-restored","title":"1946 PARKER EMERALD PEARL VACUMATIC MAJOR FOUNTAIN PEN F to B FLEX NIB RESTORED","description":"For your consideration we are offering for sale this Gorgeous Restored 1946 Parker Emerald Pearl Celluloid Fountain Pen in the Major Size. This fountain pen has been thoroughly taken apart, cleaned and put back together and now is in wonderful writing condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I have ultrasonically cleaned the NIB, feed, section, breather tube, cap and barrel. Replaced the old diaphragm with a new, properly sized one. Hand polished the Gold Filled Blue Diamond Clip, Gold Filled Chevron Cap Band and 14K NIB. Cleaned, Buffed, Polished and Waxed the barrel and cap to bring back the vibrancy of fountain pen. This Parker Vacumatic is a major which measures 5 1\/8\" in length capped and 6\" posted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This fountain pen cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cap has the Blue Diamond Split Arrow Gold Filled Clip and the Chevron Cap Band with cartouche that displays a rich gold filled color with no brassing. The top jewel is black and looks great. The barrel is clearly and crisply stamped with, \"Geo. S. Parker Vacumatic Made in U.S.A. with date code 6 in the first quarter\". The transparency of the barrel looks fantastic with very minor ambering, an individual can easily see through the barrel. The blind cap securely fits. The Vacumatic Filling System works great, typically in my tests with water about 4-6 presses to fill full. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Parker NIB is a 14K gold split arrow NIB and has a medium point measuring roughly .60mm, measured with digital calipers. When writing a sample the NIB writes with a fine to a broad stroke line. The writing sample provided, the thinnest line measures at .46mm and the broad line measured with digital calipers is .95mm with medium pressure. The sample was done with the actual pen in the images that is listed for sale. The writing sample was used by dipping the NIB in Parker Quink Blue-Black Ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Any specks of white in the images are from the cotton that I used to clean the barrel and cap. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a beautiful vintage Parker Vacumatic Fountain Pen displays a rich Emerald Pearl color, which I would grade in Excellent to Near Mint Condition. One will be hard pressed to find another Parker Vac in Emerald in this type of condition. It is ready to write or just add to writing arsenal collection.","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":176933470232,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/products\/1946-Parker-Emerald-FP9.jpg?v=1502518041"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/collections\/Shop_Parker.jpg?v=1623614142","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/collections\/parker-fountain-pens.oembed?page=9","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}