The Parker 51 is a fountain pen first introduced in 1941. Parker marketed it as "The World’s Most Wanted Pen", a slogan alluding to restrictions on production of consumer goods for civilian markets in the United States during World War II.

The Parker 51 is a fountain pen first introduced in 1941. Parker marketed it as “The World’s Most Wanted Pen,” a slogan alluding to restrictions on production of consumer goods for civilian markets in the United States during World War II.

Aug 31, 2014 · Pick up a standard 51 (or even a 51 Special) and at least try it out - whether you purchase or not as well as the Flighter. Some people don't like the additional weight the stainless steel barrel adds compared to the standard model.

Sep 16, 2021 · I have just received a Parker 51 Flighter, stainless steel body and cap of course, gold-plated clip ring, clip and cap band. The barrel inscription says "MADE IN U.S.A. 9" very clearly with a strong imprint, it is not possible that it once said "59" for example. At Parker Penography, it says this...

The Parker “51” commonly referred to as a “First Year” pen is really a pen from late 1940 through 1941. They can be easily distinguished from later production by several unique characteristics.

Apr 27, 2021 · Likely, when the Parker 51 was officially premiered in January 1941 in the United States, consumers impressions were closely aligned to mine since the pen design was so extraordinary. The pen’s design was intended to mimic a …

The Parker "51" took eleven years to develope but Parker sold over 20 million pens during more than 30 years! Parker spent the same amount in dollars to promote the pen, but in 1969 reached 400 million dollars in sales.

Oct 3, 2015 · Parker engineers built a better moustrap when they devised a new ink that dried quickly when it hit the paper's fibers. That, plus a sleek, modern design and excellent, smooth-writing qualities, all combined to make the “51” an instant success.

Jan 17, 2010 · In late 1949, Parker introduced its first all stainless steel pen with gold filled trim, the Parker 51 Flighter. The Flighter was updated in 1950 with a shorter clip and a "squeeze 4 times" filler.

1939 Development completed on the 51st anniversary of the Parker Pen Company. 1939-40 Parker “51” test-marketed in South America and Caribbean countries. 1940 Parker “51” test-marketed in selected U.S. cities. 1941 The Parker “51” is introduced in the U.S. market. Known as First Year model.