The unique ‘Parker 51’ is a pen for all seasons. Taking nearly eleven years to perfect, the Parker Pen Company introduced this groundbreaking pen in 1941 and it was unlike any other pen that had come before it. It was even described as a ‘pen from another planet’. 

With its streamlined silhouette, hooded, tubular nib and multi-finned collector among other latest design features, the sleek and modern ‘Parker 51’ was able to revolutionize penmanship at the time. 

First available only as a fountain pen, users were bold enough to describe it as perhaps the “most functional fountain pen ever made”. 

Since then, the elegant ‘Parker 51’ has continued to be the “World's Most Wanted Pen” selling nearly 20 million pens within the first 30 years. The demand for the ‘Parker 51’ has remained unchanged making it the most sold pen in the World. The pen has seen many changes, improvements and versions across the years.

Bringing good news to all fans of Parker pens the world over and Sri Lanka, nearly 80 years after it was first introduced, in 2021 Parker has now re-launched the ‘Parker 51’ maintaining the hallmarks of the original that gave the most sought pen its identity while leveraging technological advancements, expertise and craftsmanship to ensure its fit for modern-day use. According to Parker, the Pen has been “Inspired by the past and made for the future”.

The pen is hand-assembled and manufactured in France. Made from durable, glossy and precious resin, the Parker 51 is the flag bearer for true Parker craftsmanship with its careful attention to detail. It is stylish and ergonomic. The finished product is a beautiful balance of form and function. Ideal for everyday use, it writes smoothly and effortlessly. 

While the new Parker 51 is identical to the original it also has many new and exciting design features. 

What is different? The shape of the nib, the length of the clip and the closing system have been redesigned.  With its signature hooded nib, metal cap, and iconic Parker arrow clip, the new ‘Parker 51’ is truly a classic reimagined. The pen is now available in fountain, ballpoint, rollerball versions and also comes in a range of exciting and bold colours as well as quality packaging in the form of a premium Parker gift box. 

The Parker 51 is available in Black or Midnight blue resin with either gold or silver trim for those looking for traditional colours. It is also available in exciting plum, burgundy and teal blue for the more adventurous. 

A popular pen among collectors both locally and internationally, Pen enthusiasts in Sri Lanka will soon be able to acquire the latest and modernized Parker 51 from our store, Pen House. 

Pen House located conveniently at Liberty Plaza, Colombo 03 is the official agent for Parker Pens in Sri Lanka, ensuring you are able to purchase genuine and original Parker pen products locally. 

The Parker 51 is ideal for first-time Parker pen buyers or vintage pen aficionados. If you're going to own one vintage-inspired pen, make it a Parker 51.

The pen can be either a self-indulgent gift to oneself or a special and sophisticated gift to a special someone. Pen House Sri Lanka also provides personalized engraving services to make your gift all the more special. 

Contact us for more information or pre-orders by calling +94777308459 or visiting us at 250, 1/34, 1st floor, Liberty Plaza, Colombo 3. 

Sources : 

1. https://www.parkerpen.com/en_GB/collection-parker51

2. https://parkerpens.net/parker61.html

3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parker_51

4. https://www.gentlemanstationer.com/blog/2021/2/20/hands-on-first-impressions-with-the-new-parker-51-fountain-pen