How do I find out the nib size of a Parker 51?

[Betty]

I'm wondering how do I find out what the nib size of my Parker 51 pen is. I can't see it imprinted on the pen anywhere. Thanks!

[JimStrutton]

I'm wondering how do I find out what the nib size of my Parker 51 pen is.  I can't see it imprinted on the pen anywhere.  Thanks!

Hi Betty,

 

The slick answer is "with great difficulty"

 

If the nib is marked then it will be under the hood so you are going to have to take it apart to see if it is. On the basis that if it ain't broke don't fix it, then the answer is subjective.

 

Try this link on Parker51.com for some help http://d705538.u37.hosting-advantage.com/images/51nibs.jpg

 

The majority of US "51"'s have a F or XF nib, M nibs are not as common and other types are rare. The English "51"s are mostly fitted with a M nib, but the English M is more like a US B, so it get's confusing.

 

If you have only one pen then maybe if you can get a scan of some writing and lines drawn with it posted here then maybe that will help. But in the end it comes down to feel.

 

Jim