Product Description
Type Mechanical pencil
Product Name Parker 51
Manufacturer and Year Parker USA, circa 1942 ... this is a first version but not "first year" model as identified by the pattern (wavy lines alternating with straight ones) and the imprint high on the cap. (The first year pencils had a smooth plastic gripping area, whereas this is lined.)
Length Full size pencil - 5-1/4"
Filling System Uses 0.9mm leads, which it extends by twisting the cap. We'll includ a small packette of vintage leads.
Color Black with a 1/10 14k gold filled cap.
Condition Excellent condition. There are some very light scratches in the barrel, and less on the cap. No brassing or dents or dings, just one small scratch (see close-up), and the cap looks really great. The clip looks like it was adjusted to fit more tightly against the cap, so it is a little bowed. The pencil is working perfectly and has a good looking eraser (though the eraser is dried out and hard).