Specifications

Brand: PARKER

Body Material: Stainless Steel, Matte Finish

Reference: Sonnet

Nib: Parker Steel Gold-Plated Nib

Closing System: Snap-on

Filling System: Converter / Cartridge (Parker Proprietary Cartridge or Converter)

Length: 133 mm (Closed) 123 mm (Nib)

Country of Manufacture: France

Weight: 24 g

PRESENTATION 

Pen and Box

Condition

The pen is in good condition. Due to its age and use, the pen does contain small and shallow visible wear and tear on the body and the cap. The metal gold-plated clip and trim is still in great condition with no discoloration. The nib is still in top condition!

A Tier Condition!

This pen is obtained from a second-hard market

Please treat the pen with the utmost care, if you do not know what you are doing, please refrain from opening hinges or things that might appear untightened, due to the age of this pen and hard contact or excessive force exerted on the pen damage the pen

HISTORY OF PARKER 'SONNET'

Introduced in 1993, the Parker Sonnet was developed as a successor to the Parker 75, aiming to modernize the brand's flagship pen while maintaining its reputation for elegance and reliability. Designed by Geoff Hollington, the Sonnet featured a sleek, ergonomic design and was available in various finishes, including lacquered brass, sterling silver, and gold-plated options. The pen quickly gained popularity for its refined aesthetics and smooth writing experience

In 2008, Parker relaunched the Sonnet line with updated designs and new finishes, including the introduction of the Mk 2 model. This refresh featured a medium-width cap band, a redesigned nib with a V-shaped cut, and improved engraving techniques. The Mk 2 model also introduced additional nib sizes and special editions, further enhancing the Sonnet's appeal to fountain pen enthusiasts.

This pen is suspected to be a Parker Sonnet, the matte lacquer line of the model for the Parker Sonnet. Fitted with Parker`s very own Steel Gold-Plated nib

It sported the stylized arrow clip without tines. The Cap sports the Parker and Sonnet France E engraving signifying that it was made in 2011 according to sources

PARKER STEEL GOLD-PLATED NIB

This Parker Sonnet fountain pen is equipped with a Parker Steel Nib, offering a blend of durability and smoothness to the pen. It is often seen in Parker Sonnet Line. The nib itself is made from Stainless Steel and are Gold-plated to enhance its aesthetic and corrosion resistance properties.

The design on the nib reflects Parker`s commitment artistry. Writing with it the Steel nib is very smooth and responsive, very suitable for everyday writing and note-taking