Parker 61 Nib Work

[Bill_D]

I have a Parker 61 on which the capilary system works quite well, but the pen needs a nib adjustment/repair. Does anyone have a recommendation? I apologize in advance for this likely being an often-repeated question, but I did some searches and couldn't find any discussions on the 61. I don't know if the 61 needs some specialized knowledge. Thank you.

[Lemur]

To be able to work with the nib you need to disassemble the pen.

 

The "bushing" which connect the barrel and gripping section must be unscrewed.

 

I use the tool for the oversize Parker Vacfiller unit to manage this operation as it´s the same threads on the "bushing".

It´s right hand threaded so it´s anti-clockwise turning for the removal.

 

Take great care during this operation so you don´t scratch the teflon coating on the capillary shell.

 

After this operation you remove the grip section by pulling it without any twisting, and this makes the nib/feed section "reachable".

The nib is friction fitted to the feed.

 

Be very careful when handling the nib and feed as the feed is quite thin and therefore fragile.

 

I hope this can be some help for you.

 

If you don´t feel sure how to do this yourself let a professional repairer do the job.

 

Good luck.

[Bill_D]

Thank you for the reply. After some research, I sent it off to Aaron at Pentiques rather than try to do anything with it myself.