Parker 75 Ballpoint Pen and Mechanical Pencil Set (1985) - Black Lacquer w Gold Trim, .5mm Lead (Excellent + in Box, Works Well)

Type  Ballpoint pen and mechanical pencil set

Product Name   Parker 75

Manufacturer and Year  Parker, made in France -- 1985 (the date code is a clear TE (on both pieces) which indicates 1985)

Length Both the ballpoint and mechanical pencil:  5-1/8"

Filling System  The ballpoint takes Parker-style ballpoint refills. A working  refill is installed. The entire cap acts as a button to extend and retract the tip.  The mechanical pencil takes 0.5mm leads.  We will include a pack of leads.  The leads are activated by clicking the entire cap.

Color  Black lacquer with gold plated trim and dimpled tassies.

Condition  Excellent + condition, in box, with no cracks, chips, dents, or dings.  This is a velvety black, shiny set that is elegant and beautiful.  Both the ballpoint and mechanical pencil are in similar condition.  The black lacquer is beautiful with an occasional small scratch here or there, but nothing that penetrates the lacquer.  The cones look great.  The imprints are clear (including date coding).