PARKER51 Fountain Pen | Deluxe Plum Barrel with Gold Trim | Fine 18k Gold Nib with Black Ink Cartridge | Gift Box

Despite the conflicting reviews I come across, I can honestly express my admiration for the Deluxe Plume (F-nib).This is an exceptional pen in terms of craftsmanship, comparable in precision only to the Waterman Carene (because it is of a similar type). The F-nib is 14K gold and very smooth (something between F-M with Pelikan and 1:1 with Waterman Carene "F"). In some forums you may come across complaints that the so-called baby's bottom effect occurs in certain specimens. Forget it — there is no such thing with this nib, and besides, even if you don't write for many days, the ink comes right through.With more pronounced pressure, the pen becomes pleasantly juicy and leaves beautiful and contrasting shadows. Filled with Diamine "Jack Frost" ink, the effect is striking!The cap is very chic and stays well secured without wobbling and so the balance is well measured even when writing for long periods. Many argue whether the pen should have screwed on or kept the original way of closing the cap. I use the old model, too, and I can share that I'm much happier in this modern form because most of my pens work in a similar way and I'm used to the unscrewing, but that's completely subjective.The Deluxe 51 comes with a big and beautiful box (no unnecessary booklets), two ink refills - black and blue, and a converter!I've read reviews commenting that the nib is the same as the Parker Jotter. I suppose for the regular series that may be true, but in this case such a comparison may not be happening at all because I have the Jotter as well, so I'm sharing from my own experience. The Jotter is also a nice pen, please don't get me wrong I'm being condescending, but the Deluxe 51 is unique and will not disappoint.Highly recommended._______Just to add:There are comments on the internet that the Jinhao 85 is identical to this model and the barrel is replaceable. Not exactly.The Jinhao 85 section can be put on the Parker barrel, but not the other way around. And I don't see the point of such a Frankenstein, given that Parker's gold nib is superb. Maybe such combinations are permissible with a 51s steel nib, but with the Deluxe series it's downright sacrilege and masochism.

I have a vintage Parker 51 and one from the 80’s. So this feels a little different - lighter in weight - but writes beautifully and easy to hold. The depth of colour in the plastic body is good and has a high gloss finish. Would buy again!

Lovely pen, colour same as picture. Boxed. Arrived on time. Advertised with Refill but no Refill sent. Looked at other reviews and this seems to be an issue where the Refill is missing. Contacted Parker detailing the missing part but no response. Looked on line and the Refill should be there. Other than that a good buy.

It is wonderful to used a quality pen again, my original Parker 51 Ballpoint was stolen 4 years ago and have been eager to replace it ever since. Thank you. I am overjoyed.

Wanted one of these all my life since my Doctor used one back in the 50s. It is now my 24/7 pen, so smooth, so good so lovely.

Great product lovely writer very smooth

Always shell out that bit extra for Parker pens. They are worth it in comfort and design.

Purchased item for a present, good quality however the refill is missing .