Parker Im Ballpoint, A Penny For Your Thoughts...

[IvoryParker]

On a binge, I decided to use my accumulated stationery store points at a local retailer on a Parker IM ballpoint pen in "chrome plated stainless steel." I must say that I am pleasantly surprised by this pen. All along I've read that the quality is not up to scratch with these pens. The proof is in the pudding as some may say. My experience thus far is that of a nice weighty dependable ballpoint pen.

 

The extra weight of the pen takes away some of the strain of ballpoint pen writing. The Parker Quinkflow refill complements the pens performance in this context. I am quite pleased with the pen. My only concern is that the section between the tip and the barrel is made of plastic. I am not too sure how durable this may be. I exercise extreme caution with my pens so hopefully this may not be an issue.

 

I would love to hear what your thoughts are on this pen...

Edited October 9, 2017 by IvoryParker

[usk15]

I am a fan of this pen.

This is my review: https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/241512-parker-im/

 

 

I have also converted one of my colleague/friend and he has now more than 10 different IM ballpoint pens.

 

 

Now, you're saying the section is plastic made. That is only on the last generation of IM ballpiont pens. The first generation is also called IM, Vector XL of Profile, different markets = different names. The second generation was called IM only (the ones from my pic and review), and the last generation was released last year.

[IvoryParker]

Dear usk15

 

Thank you for the response. Your collection looks wonderful!

 

I am really impressed by this pen. It is perfect for my handwriting style.

 

Have you encountered any problems with the plastic joint? Is the clip of this pen also strong?

 

Thank you

[usk15]

No problems so far, neither with plastic joints, neither with the clip.

Thank you for your appreciation!