Stunning Rare 1980s PARKER 75 Laque / Lacquer Woodgrain 14K Gold M Nib Made in France Fountain Pen In Box with Converter Item ID: PAR-123

Parker 75 Woodgrain

Manufacturer/Model: Parker France/ 75 Woodgrain
Year of production: 1979-1983
Filling system: Standard or double size Parker ink cartridges or converter. New piston converter included
Nib: 14K solid gold, M Medium, soft nib
Material: Base steel, thick lacquer finish - Woodgrain style (Not to be confused with the very similar Thuya)
Length (pen closed): 128.5mm; Posted at 142mm
Condition and information:

Offered here is a very rare Parker 75 model, made by the French Parker, called the Woodgrain Lacquer.

"In 1979 the French Parker subsidiary in Meru introduced an attractive Parker "75" line called the Lacquer collection inspired by the eastern lacquer-painting techniques with layers on layers on layers... (source: parkerpens.net)

This model was produced for only a few years, from 1979 to 1983.

The 75s are probably one of the best and most reliable pens ever made. This 75 features all the advancements in the series, all the little tweaks and upgrades from its predecessors. The pen features a triangular shaped grip section, this makes it easier to hold, and feels more natural in the hand. 

The pen feels solid, heavy, with perfect balance while writing. The 75 form factor is probably one of the best in the world, combining new and modern, after all this form factor was in production for more than 30 years, and that makes it one of the longest-running pen series in the world.  Very precise cap on body fit, with a deep cap pull and a perfect clean "click" sound when closing.

The nib is large, solid 14K gold, M medium and does not scratch the paper, writes a constant line with good ink-flow. Comes with a new piston converter, but it can be used with any Parker ink cartridges. Very easily removable grip section, easy to open and clean/maintain the pen.

Designed by Kenneth Parker (son of the founder George Parker) and the designer Don Doman, the 75 embodies everything a pen should stand for, stunning looks, superb build quality, performance, ease of use and many more factors which make for a remarkable writing instrument.  The Parker 75 model is probably one of the most famous and reliable pens ever made, not just by Parker, but among all brands.

The pen is in good condition with minimal signs of use and comes in its original box, ready to be used.