Product Description
Type mechanical pencil
Product Name Parker Duofold Vest Pocket Size, there is more than one vest pocket size Duofold.
Manufacturer and Year Parker, USA -- 1930s, burgundy and black was integrated into the vest pocket size line in 1931.
Length 3-3/16"
Filling System Uses 1.1mm (aka "Thick") lead, which it extends via the traditional twist mechanism. It should be noted though that the twist mechanism is not by the cap, but on the cone. The cap unthreads to access the eraser and stored leads.
Color Burgundy and black marbled material. It has a gold filled cone and is short with a black flat top.
Condition Excellent condition. The pencil cone is brassed and the cap feels resistant to being unthreaded. Handwear is present. There are some teeth marks on the black piece and a "D" on the barrel just beneath the cap which indicates where the plastic was made. The cap imprint is clear. The pencil is working well.