The pen was made in the uk and is date coded ip for the third quarter of 1997 finish. Parker scored another hit with the duofolds successor, the vacumatic, and by 1934 the duofold line was being displaced though production quietly continued throughout the decade. Our sarasota storefront has since housed two distinct shops. Series was designed to cover groups of books generally understood as such see wikipedia. According to block a sign of westlake s genius, and the key factor in the character s durability across the decades, was the realization that a mellow parker is no parker at all. A ruthless career criminal, parker has almost no traditional redeeming qualities, aside from efficiency and professionalism.
We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Parker was born in 1863 and patented his first pen design when he. After retiring the streamlined duofold from its catalog in 1935 but continuing manufacture in the u. Parker duofold international fountain pen classic big red vintage medium solid gold nib black ink and convertor premium gift box 4. Jan 05, 2012 when parker put their minds to a limited edition it is often worth watching for. This classic parker vintage pen is in good working order with some brassing to the top of the cap lip but with very minor age wear and is an excellent purchase either for everyday use or to add to a vintage fountain pen collection. Parker duofold mandarin senior limited edition fountain pen 20 new.
New listing parker ring top duofold junior fountain pen broad cap band 14k nib button fill. The duofold is a classic fountain pen style, and the classic black gold trim showcases this pens instantly recognizable profile to full effect. And the duofold was again on the top of the list of parker s best seller pens. Thompson duofold senior lapis replica 2001 and an authentic parker duofold mandarin c1928 if i have a gripe about this pen, its that the cap does not post securely. David isaacsons site says of the 1945 striped duofold. For more than 20 years, dan has written and lectured on pen collecting and the parker pen company. New listing rare unfrequented ocean paths george s parker green hard bound book vintage usa. Both supplied the mandarin yellow colour distinctive to the orient inspired george. Thought i would start a thread on the original duofolds, including the streamline type. Ill also consolodate other dufould picture threads into this one so we can share photos and stories. This is my second pen from parker, and i really appreciate its excellence. Parker pens and ephemera for sale at the pen market. The parker duofold is a range of fountain pens produced by the parker pen company the first model was produced in 1921 and was a large pen 5. The two 23 carat gold bands and clip contrast beautifully with the deep black handle and tip.
Parker s0690350 duofoldfullfederhalter ausfuhrung black. The big red remains an emblematic pen in the parker and duofold history. Parker duofold centennial vintage fountain pens ltd. The new style duofold appears to be an inexpensive copy of the streamline duofold that was produced in the u. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. David shepherd s excellent text along with dan zazove s remarkable knowledge are enclosed within the broad binding of this major. It would be identical in most respects to the jackknife safety n o 26, an oversize pen. Shepherds and dan zazoves book parker duofold, parker found a patent by a. This pen is is a top of the range corporate gift pen website. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. Read more about them under the centennial chapter, since the size is the easiest way apart from the imprint to differentiate the models, here s a chart. The duofold looks brilliant with its polished, geometrical pattern outlined by lemon yellow patches all around, interspersed with brightly lit highlights. With its convenient cartridgeconverter filling system, this pen is equally at home at the office, at home, or in an artists studio. Parker duofold senior brown limited edition penfountains blog.
The name was revived in 1940 for various models resembling vacs in design, but by then the era of the classic duofolds was over. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. David shepherds parker duofold book battersea pen home. Even though i am a sheaffer collector, ive managed to have quite a few duofolds pass through over the years. The pen is clearly inspired by parkers mandarin design from 1921. The new model, proposed by a parker district manager named lewis m. About the national geographic society with a mission to inspire people to care about the planet, the 126yearold national geographic society is one of the world s largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. When parker put their minds to a limited edition it is often worth watching for. Duofold centennial nibs vintage fountain pens parker 51. Parker pendemonium fountain pens, pencils, inkwells.
This series is comprised of a total of 24 books, which were released between the years 1962 and 2008. Parker duofold centennial classic black gold trim nibs. This is the definitive work on the parker duofold pens. The craft of travelling will be available in february. Parker 17 super duofold looking around the web, it seems that the parker 17 appeared in many guises during its ten years of production. Parker is cold, methodical, and perfectly willing to commit murder if he deems it necessary to get what he wants. By 1905, parker s lucky curve pens were a force to be reckoned with in the growing fountainpen industry. National geographic s net proceeds support vital exploration, conservation, research, and education programs. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. Using a combination of 18k gold inset with 16 diamonds each. Parker is introducing a commemorative duofold fountain pen in honor of its th anniversary and founder george s.
According to block a sign of westlakes genius, and the key factor in the characters durability across the decades, was the realization that a mellow parker is no parker at all. In the united states, parker did not introduce twin cap bands on the duofold until 1928. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. From the images available from their launch event, the pens colouring looks a little dowdy but on opening our stock the pictures didnt do the pen justice. Only fitting that it pays tribute to spanish papermaking, and the fiber patterns therein, our parker duofold esparto ballpoint pen is made from solid sterling silver. Parker green with vintage collectible pens for sale ebay. A symbol of excellence since 1921, duofold remains the most distinguished pen in parkers discerning lineage.
It is a parker duofold new style, produced in the uk at the newhaven pen factory in, i believe, 1946. The prestige range is made of metal and finished with an exquisite chevron or chiseled pattern. This is a parker 17 super duofold, to be precise, and its quite well appointed with its broad gold plated cap band and double jewels. Parker has 208 books on goodreads with 229698 ratings. Dan zazove is a practicing attorney with the chicago office of perkins coie llp. Parker vintage and classic pens inkwell vintage and. Read more about them under the centennial chapter, since the size is the easiest way apart from the imprint to differentiate the models, heres a chart. As far as were concerned, parker duofold espartos are the holy grail of modern luxury pens for parker lovers. Parker duofold lucky curve fountain pen vintage janesville wi. In 1921, the parker pen company took a risk by introducing a new pen based on the design of the company s successful jackknife safety pen. New limitededition parker duofold commemorates founder. The parker duofold pen is of exceptional character. It was a very attractive but failed to catch the publics eye and a new, very tiny, model called vest pocket was also introduced in all the standard colours plus the black.
Look even more closely, at the shape of the section and the cap. Classic pens lb2 limited edition 2006 by jim mamoulides, july 20, 2006. I have a feeling this is more due to the material than chris workmanship. Check out the complete list of all books sex coach series. Jan 10, 20 parker 17 super duofold looking around the web, it seems that the parker 17 appeared in many guises during its ten years of production. Driven by a commitment to superior craftsmanship, every detail of the parker duofold prestige blue chevron. Parker duofold centennial collector edition fnt pennew. It has an attractive and distinct appearance which is highlighted by its quality and craftsmanship. From the start, the parker duofold big red s disruptive, energetic colour stirred the interest of customers and remained the only available colour in the parker duofold range until black was introduced in 1923.
Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This august, classic pens will introduce their newest limited edition, the lb2 kimono, based on the parker duofold centennial fountain pen, an excellent canvas for this kind of work. Senior is the largest model of the striped duofold which features the marble striped celluloid on a pen which is essentially a parker vacumatic.
Aloysius parker, a character from the thunderbirds tv series, known mononymously as parker parker immunity doctrine, a principle in. Parker duofold senior brown fountain pen limited edition. Parker duofold in parkerfullfederhalter fur sammler gunstig kaufen. And the duofold was again on the top of the list of parkers best seller pens. A good rule of thumb is that series have a conventional name and are intentional creations, on the part of the author or publisher.
Parker duofold centennial marble blue fountain pen w medium tip and 18k gold nib a solid wood engravable plaque which includes spacing for the fountain pen and for the parker quink ink glass bottle. Jul 11, 20 david isaacsons site says of the 1945 striped duofold. George parker patented his first pen in 1889 when he was still teaching telegraphy students how to transcribe morse code. In 1894, he invented and patented his lucky curve feed system, which greatly reduced the leakage that was a common problem of early eyedropper fountain pens. Jan 18, 2018 parker is introducing a commemorative duofold fountain pen in honor of its th anniversary and founder george s. A symbol of excellence since 1921, duo fold remains the most distinguished pen in parkers discerning lineage. Parker scored another hit with the duofold s successor, the vacumatic, and by 1934 the duofold line was being displaced though production quietly continued throughout the decade. The flat topped cap is ringed with a goldplated single ring and has a ballstyle parker clip with is nice and sturdy.
Get the best deals on parker duofold when you shop the largest online. Parker s0690350 duofoldfullfederhalter ausfuhrung black centennial mit. From the start, the parker duofold big reds disruptive, energetic colour stirred the interest of customers and remained the only available colour in the parker duofold range until black was introduced in 1923. Parker stark novels character, a fictional character and franchise created by donald e. Thompson duofold senior lapis replica 2001 and an authentic parker duofold mandarin c1928 if i have a gripe about this pen, it s that the cap does not post securely. Unfollow parker duofold pen to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Written in collaboration with parker pen company, it includes the entire range of duofolds from the big red first seen in 1921 to the latest products of 2005. Jun 18, 2016 it is a parker duofold new style, produced in the uk at the newhaven pen factory in, i believe, 1946. Vtg geo s parker duofold junior jade green fountain pen flat top gold nib trim. Get the best deals on geo s parker when you shop the largest online selection at. The parker duofold giant is a limited edition of 125 fountain pens produced by parker to celebrate their 125th year 1888 20. It was a very attractive but failed to catch the public s eye and a new, very tiny, model called vest pocket was also introduced in all the standard colours plus the black.
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