Can Someone Help?

[zlig]

Hi all,

 

Could someone please help me verify the production date of my treasured Parker 51?

 

Sadly the marks are quite faded through use, but in strong light with the help of a magnifying glass I can make out "MADE IN ENGLAND" and .6. I am unable to see any other markings, possibly due to a combination of wear on the pen and my eyes

 

I still use this pen, albeit lightly, as it is such a pleasure to write with. I've owned it for many years but still appreciate it.

 

Attaching pictures for convenience. Please let me know if you need further information.

 

Many thanks!

[Chrissy]

Date codes for dating Parker 51 are Here

Or there are several threads on FPN about "dating Parker 51." Here is one. Enjoy reading.

[zlig]

Thanks a lot will check them out

[mitto]

2nd quarter, 1956.

 

Datecoding on US production pens was discontinued in 1952 but on English 51s it continued until as late as 1959. Some say until 1956-7 but I have English 51s with datecodes of 9 (1959).

Edited January 20, 2018 by mitto

[mitto]

Date codes for dating Parker 51 are Here

Or there are several threads on FPN about "dating Parker 51" of which this is one. Enjoy reading.

Check the second link in your post. It leads to something else.

[zlig]

Hi Chrissy when I click the second link I get this

[mitto]

 

It leads to 'New Content' on the Forum.

Edited January 20, 2018 by mitto

[zlig]

Thank you all for your replies and help, much appreciated

[Chrissy]

Check the second link in your post. It leads to something else.

 

 

Hi Chrissy when I click the second link I get this

 

 

 

It leads to 'New Content' on the Forum.

 

Hmmm I'm not sure what happened there. I've had another go at pointing to an old thread. Hopefully it's there now.

[zlig]

Working now, thanks a lot!