{"product_id":"2004-parker-100-cobalt-black-w-palladium-trim-18k-nib-fountain-pen-never-inked","title":"2004 PARKER 100 COBALT BLACK W\/PALLADIUM TRIM 18K BROAD NIB FOUNTAIN PEN NEVER INKED","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration is a first-year production Parker 100 “Cobalt Black” Fountain Pen with nickel palladium trim, manufactured in 2004 and fitted with an 18K Broad Nib. The Parker 100’s official catalog debut was in 2004, making it a desirable first-year piece for the Parker collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fountain pen is finished in Parker’s elegant Cobalt color cap, which is a titanium coated graphite grey color, beautifully complemented by a deep black lacquered barrel with the nickel palladium trim. The cap and barrel are exceptionally well preserved, showing no dings, dents, or repairs. All trim remains bright and lustrous, with no signs of wear. The cap lip is crisply stamped PARKER, the Parker logo, FRANCE, and the appropriate production date code “I.III” (Q1 2004) on this Broad-nib example, confirming its first-year production status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parker 100 measures 5 5\/8 inches capped, 5 7\/8 inches posted, and weighs 1.28 ounces, offering excellent balance and a substantial yet refined feel in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Parker 100 fountain pen is available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e with a Broad 18K gold rhodium plated nib, measuring approximately 1.17 mm. The \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enib is factory fresh and never inked.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen fills via a Parker-branded ink converter, which is included, and it will also accept Parker ink cartridges. Each pen is accompanied by its original Parker presentation box, Parker literature, and one Parker ink cartridge. I tested the ink converter with water, and it works as one would expect. The box remains in excellent condition, free of ink stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parker 100 is widely regarded as the modern successor to the legendary Parker “51.” Designed by Geoff Hollington—also known for his work on the Parker Insignia and Sonnet—the model retains the iconic streamlined silhouette of the ’51 while introducing contemporary materials and refined proportions. The Smoke Bronze finish was discontinued in 2007, and the Parker 100 line itself was retired later that same year, further enhancing its collectibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced for only a short period from 2003 to 2007, the Cobalt Black Parker 100 has become an increasingly sought-after variant. As a first-year example in Mint condition, this pen represents both a superb writing instrument and a highly collectible addition to any Parker or modern-classic fountain pen collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49094029541684,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/files\/2004Parker100BlackandCobaltBroadNibFountainPen1.jpg?v=1775931971","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/products\/2004-parker-100-cobalt-black-w-palladium-trim-18k-nib-fountain-pen-never-inked","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}