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title: "Parker 51 Fountain Pen | Midnight Blue Barrel with Chrome Trim | Fine Nib with Black Ink Cartridge | Gift Box"
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price: "$11.18"
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# Premium gift box included Midnight Blue precious resin barrel Fine 0.3mm hooded nib Parker 51 Fountain Pen | Midnight Blue Barrel with Chrome Trim | Fine Nib with Black Ink Cartridge | Gift Box

**Brand:** parker
**Price:** $11.18
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🖋️ Elevate your signature with the pen that defines timeless style

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Parker 51 Fountain Pen | Midnight Blue Barrel with Chrome Trim | Fine Nib with Black Ink Cartridge | Gift Box by parker
- **How much does it cost?** $11.18 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/283735203-parker-51-fountain-pen-midnight-blue-barrel-with-chrome-trim)

## Best For

- parker enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted parker brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Writing:** Hooded stainless steel fine nib ensures smooth, reliable strokes every time
- • **Luxury in Your Hand:** Durable glossy midnight blue resin with chrome trim for timeless elegance
- • **Iconic Modern Classic:** A sleek revival of the world’s most wanted pen since 1941
- • **Seamless Craftsmanship:** Streamlined silhouette with flawless barrel-to-nib transition for effortless style
- • **Gift-Ready Sophistication:** Comes in a premium Parker gift box with a long-lasting black Quink ink cartridge

## Overview

The Parker 51 Fountain Pen combines heritage design with modern craftsmanship, featuring a fine 0.3mm hooded stainless steel nib, a durable midnight blue precious resin barrel with chrome trim, and a premium gift box with black Quink ink cartridge—perfect for professionals who demand elegance and reliability in every stroke.

## Description

Parker 51 Fountain Pen | Midnight Blue Barrel with Chrome Trim | Fine Nib with Black Ink Cartridge | Gift Box : desertcart.co.uk: Stationery & Office Supplies

Review: Unimpeachable standards down the decades. Trust in the arrow-clip! - I've never had any problems with either the Parker 51 or 61 over the decades. The new 51 comes with a hooded steel nib (not gold, as before.) Nevertheless, it writes in a silky manner with a lovely ink-flow. The cap is a screw-on, which surprised me. I was expecting a click-on-and fit attachment. Can't see that that'll present any problems. An ink-converter filling device is not included. Praise Be! They are generally of poor quality, leak prodigiously and rattle around inside the handsome barrel. This is not the pen that it would have been, sixty years ago, but how could it be? It still reeks of class, understatement and pleasure in the quality of your favourite, personal effects. Worth every penny.
Review: An excellent modern fountain pen - This is a revised and updated version of a review I first posted several months ago. Although I had mixed feelings about the new Parker 51 when I first used it, the pen has steadily grown on me. At the time of purchase, my expectations were quite modest (mainly on account of the negative reception it received from certain vintage pen poseurs, some of whose condemnations were absurdly 'over the top'). First, my credentials to judge this pen: I have used fountain pens almost exclusively for a good sixty years. Back in the 1960s, I owned a Parker 51 until an unknown schoolmate stole it from me. I am not, however, going to judge this new, 're-imagined' version against its illustrious predecessor. To attempt such a comparison merely because Parker, for understandable advertising reasons, has elected to revive a celebrated but long defunct model number, would be futile, not least because changes in materials and ink technology since the original version went out of production make a fair comparison practically impossible. The version I bought has a steel nib. This writes as smoothly as the gold nib on my 1960s-era Parker 45 and is a delight to write with, gliding effortlessly across the page. I have not experienced any of the drying problems that some users have alleged. The pen lays down ink without the slightest hesitation even after several days without use. It works well with my favourite ink, Pilot's Iroshizuku Take-Sumi, and also with Parker's own Quink. The pen is stunning to look at and a pleasure to use. Personally, I greatly prefer a screw cap to a friction-fit one, but I recognise that others may not share my preference. Having experienced Parker's customer service, I cannot praise it highly enough. Although I had to return my pen for attention, the company resolved the issue quickly and efficiently and, of course, at no cost to myself. The new Parker 51 is an excellent modern pen and upholds the company's traditional high standards of design and construction. Ignore the preposterously exaggerated criticism that some have levelled against it in some corners of the internet. I am delighted with my purchase, which has now become my favourite fountain pen.

## Features

- Parker 51 is a modern take on the original icon once hailed as the ‘world’s most wanted’ first launched in 1941.
- Durable glossy Midnight Blue precious resin barrel and stainless steel cap with palladium finish trims and the signature PARKER arrow clip
- Featuring a unique hooded stainless steel nib delivering a writing experience that is both reliable and personal
- A distinctive streamlined silhouette with a seamless transition from barrel to nib, benefitting from Parker’s expertise for superior craftmanship.
- A unique yet sophisticated gift, your Parker 51 fountain pen is presented in a premium PARKER gift box with a long black QUINK ink cartridge

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08WG32V9S |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 25,622 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 90 in Fountain Pens |
| Body Shape | elongated |
| Brand Name | PARKER |
| Closure Type | Snap |
| Colour | Blue Lacquer with Chrome Trim |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (1,039) |
| Drill Point | Fine |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03026981235016 |
| Grip Type | Contoured |
| Included Components | Ink Cartridge |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Colour | Black |
| Is the Product Left or Right Handed? | Ambidextrous |
| Item Dimensions | 25.9 x 17.9 x 4.9 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 8 Ounces |
| Line Size | 0.3mm |
| Manufacturer | Newell Brands |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Model Name | 51 |
| Model Number | 2123501 |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Writing |
| Special Features | Pocket Clip |
| Style | Fine Nib |
| Theme | Writing Instruments |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Writing Instrument Form | Fountain Pen |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Brand:** PARKER
- **Colour:** Blue Lacquer with Chrome Trim
- **Ink colour:** Black
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Model name:** 51
- **Point type:** Fine
- **Special feature:** Pocket Clip
- **Unit count:** 1.0 count
- **Writing instrument form:** Fountain Pen

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the metal ring supposed to be loose? I can rotate it around on my pen.**
A: If you mean the metal trim ring just above the barrel threads, it rotates on mine, but it's not "loose."  Wouldn't have even noticed this if you hadn't asked, and I don't see it as posing any problem with the pen.

**Q: Is there a fountain pen for left handed writers? i thought i bought one at the mall of america many years ago. it looks like a fountain pen,**
A: You do not need a pen for a left-handed writer. Fountain pens are ambidextrous. Finer nibs will be more resistant to smudging and you can get inks that dry faster in order to further prevent smudging. I'm a left-handed writer and have a full collection of fountain pens that are not "left handed." There's no need to get a specially designed nib!

**Q: Is "precious resin barrel" a fancy term for plastic?**
A: Sorta, but not really. Yes, acrylic is a plastic. But a lot of engineering and artistic work goes into finished acrylics of this type. In this case, 'plastic' doesn't mean 'cheap'. It means a solid barrel not made of wood or metal but designed to be high quality and look/feel nice for many years.

**Q: Buenas tardes, es de embolo recargable o cartuchos?**
A: Hi Jaime Alberto, this is Ivana from Parker Consumer Care. Thank you for contacting us regarding our Parker 51 Fountain Pen. The pen comes with a cartridge but it can be used with a converter and bottled ink too.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unimpeachable standards down the decades. Trust in the arrow-clip!
*by P***. on 13 February 2026*

I've never had any problems with either the Parker 51 or 61 over the decades. The new 51 comes with a hooded steel nib (not gold, as before.) Nevertheless, it writes in a silky manner with a lovely ink-flow. The cap is a screw-on, which surprised me. I was expecting a click-on-and fit attachment. Can't see that that'll present any problems. An ink-converter filling device is not included. Praise Be! They are generally of poor quality, leak prodigiously and rattle around inside the handsome barrel. This is not the pen that it would have been, sixty years ago, but how could it be? It still reeks of class, understatement and pleasure in the quality of your favourite, personal effects. Worth every penny.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent modern fountain pen
*by J***Y on 17 November 2025*

This is a revised and updated version of a review I first posted several months ago. Although I had mixed feelings about the new Parker 51 when I first used it, the pen has steadily grown on me. At the time of purchase, my expectations were quite modest (mainly on account of the negative reception it received from certain vintage pen poseurs, some of whose condemnations were absurdly 'over the top'). First, my credentials to judge this pen: I have used fountain pens almost exclusively for a good sixty years. Back in the 1960s, I owned a Parker 51 until an unknown schoolmate stole it from me. I am not, however, going to judge this new, 're-imagined' version against its illustrious predecessor. To attempt such a comparison merely because Parker, for understandable advertising reasons, has elected to revive a celebrated but long defunct model number, would be futile, not least because changes in materials and ink technology since the original version went out of production make a fair comparison practically impossible. The version I bought has a steel nib. This writes as smoothly as the gold nib on my 1960s-era Parker 45 and is a delight to write with, gliding effortlessly across the page. I have not experienced any of the drying problems that some users have alleged. The pen lays down ink without the slightest hesitation even after several days without use. It works well with my favourite ink, Pilot's Iroshizuku Take-Sumi, and also with Parker's own Quink. The pen is stunning to look at and a pleasure to use. Personally, I greatly prefer a screw cap to a friction-fit one, but I recognise that others may not share my preference. Having experienced Parker's customer service, I cannot praise it highly enough. Although I had to return my pen for attention, the company resolved the issue quickly and efficiently and, of course, at no cost to myself. The new Parker 51 is an excellent modern pen and upholds the company's traditional high standards of design and construction. Ignore the preposterously exaggerated criticism that some have levelled against it in some corners of the internet. I am delighted with my purchase, which has now become my favourite fountain pen.

### ⭐ Avoid this pen if you're new to fountain pens or wanting an authentic writing experience
*by A***H on 16 March 2026*

Just bought this Parker 51 and have to say what a rubbish pen this is. It makes a mockery out of the contemporary pen its designed around which I have to say is a fantastic pen, that matches its legacy. Not this reproduction though, its rubbish. Good luck getting this pen to initially feed once you take the cap off, given the air vents in the cap that dry the nib out. I have modified my pen to seal this vent up. Prior to sealing it, after 3 days with the cap on, the pen stored inside its presentation box and being stored at room temperature alongside my other fountain pens, this Parker 51 was dried out and totally inoperative. On stripping the pen, the cartridge supply end to the nib had dried over. Had to flush the nib with lukewarm water and after drying, convertor fitted the pen with Parker bottled ink to get it working again. Honestly if you want a £69 fountain pen go buy a Pilot they’re cheaper and better quality. They always say, always, buy an original not a reproduction of anything if you can, because the modern version is often less than the original. That statement is true here, but not in every case though. This pen showcases Parker on a poor day. They generally make great pens, this was not the pen to get wrong though. This new Parker 51 is not the writing experience that you get from the original, that’s a far better experience. This Parker iteration would struggle against a £15 to £30 Pilot which are vastly superior writing experiences than this pen. It’s not even worth being given out as a free gift at a trade fair. I thought I had bought a faulty unit, but researching this reproduction pen, prior to writing this review, those more informed than me have equally slammed it as poor both in terms of cost and writing experience, along with, the lack of authenticity to the original, given the reproductions filling mechanism and nib. If you’re new to fountain pens and / or looking for a retro writing experience don’t buy this pen you’ll be disappointed.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Parker 51 Fountain Pen, Midnight Blue Barrel, Chrome Trim, Fine Nib, Black Ink Cartridge, Gift Box
- PARKER Fountain Pen Converter, Standard Twist Fill (S0050300)
- Parker Fountain Pen Ink Bottle, Black QUINK Ink, 57 ml Fountain Pen Refill

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*