Product Description
Type Fountain pen
Product Name Parco (marked on the barrel)
Manufacturer and Year Parker USA - circa 1932 (the Parco model was introduced in about 1932 began to be replaced slowly by the Parkette in 1933, however there is no date code marked into the barrel.)
Length 4-3/4"
Filling System Lever filler. We've restored it with a new sac, and it's working well.
Color Green marbled with black finish, gold plated trim. Two sets of double cap bands, two near the lip of the cap and two above the clip.
Nib SEMI-FLEX FINE 14k Parco nib. It's in great condition with nice tipping, and feels very smooth. Nice semi-flexibility to it. See writing sample below.
Condition Excellent condition. Some microscratching, but overall the body is quite shiny and smooth. The plating on these Parcos is rather thin, and the clip has a fair bit of the silver-colored base metal showing through. The bands at the top of the cap also have some plating wear. The lever looks fairly good, with just a touch of brassing at the high spot in the middle. The color looks fantastic - very even with no fading. No cracks, chips, or personalization on the pen, and the imprint is quite clear. It's restored and working well.
Fun fact: the Parco was Parker's first lever-filler, introduced to compete with their corporate rival Sheaffer.