ProfessorB Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 I was wondering if anyone can tell me anything about the blue marbled Duofold in these pictures, which contain other pens for comparison of size, etc. The Lapis Lazuli is definitely a pretty modern Centennial (not sure about the exact dating of that, either). The vac is not a full-sized major, and the Sonnet is, well, a standard Sonnet size. Couldn't find any Parker date codes, and that flimsy top of the section has me worried a little bit. It is authentic, isn't it? I bought it thinking it was an International, and I was guessing no later than the early 1980's. But that is mostly a guess. Li'l help?Scott Link to post Share on other sites
usk15 Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 I believe it is a Duofold International MK1, from late 80-early 90's. The date code should be on the pen's cap. http://parkerpens.net/centennial.html Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 (edited) I believe it is a Duofold International MK1, from late 80-early 90's. The date code should be on the pen's cap. http://parkerpens.net/centennial.htmlOh, I looked again with a better loupe, and could see (JUST BARELY) the following: (Parker symbol) PARKERMADE IN UKIN is the "IN" A DATE CODE? I thought it was indicating that this is an International model. Edited August 27, 2018 by ProfessorB Link to post Share on other sites
usk15 Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Oh, I looked again with a better loupe, and could see (JUST BARELY) the following: (Parker symbol) PARKERMADE IN UKIN is the "IN" A DATE CODE? IN 3rd quarter from 1989, July-Sept. Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 3rd quarter from 1989, July-Sept. Great! Many thanks for your help, USK15. It is in excellent condition. Wonder what is worth. Lots to me, because I love the look and the feel of the nib, and I wanted it to use for writing. A lot of writing. This is my first International. Is the $162.50 that I paid for it a good price, a very good price, or a bona fide "find" (?) Link to post Share on other sites
usk15 Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 I think is a fair, good price. Link to post Share on other sites
daffie Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 That gold colored ring should also screw out of the barrel, connected to the section. Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 That gold colored ring should also screw out of the barrel, connected to the section.Oh, I see what you mean. I didn't know that it is threaded on both sides. It's stuck onto the barrel very tightly, though. I'd much rather have it connected to the section, but I am worried about damaging the barrel by trying to unscrew it. Any tips?I think is a fair, good price. Thanks again for your help. Much appreciated. Scott Link to post Share on other sites
daffie Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 That gold colored ring is part of the screw in the same colour, screwed into the barrel.Try with rubber or so to screw it out.It has to be one part with the section. Link to post Share on other sites
Charles Rice Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Note that you will not be able to fill the pen until you reposition the brass "screw". Right now your cartridge/converter is inside the barrel. Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 Thanks, All! This is really helpful to me. I'm having trouble disconnecting it because I don't want to crack the barrel and it is really stuck. Warm water soaking didn't help dislodge whatever is making it stick to the barrel. I'll keep at it but don't have the right pliers . Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted August 31, 2018 Author Share Posted August 31, 2018 Thanks, All! This is really helpful to me. I'm having trouble disconnecting it because I don't want to crack the barrel and it is really stuck. Warm water soaking didn't help dislodge whatever is making it stick to the barrel. I'll keep at it but don't have the right pliers . Ta da! Tightened it closed with the cap on the barrel and opened it just by holding down the ring while removing the cap. Link to post Share on other sites
Charles Rice Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Congrats it's back to where it should be, but I can't figure out how you can hold down the "ring" with the cap on, as the cap covers it. Holding the ring while unscrewing it from the barrel, yes. Link to post Share on other sites
ProfessorB Posted September 7, 2018 Author Share Posted September 7, 2018 Congrats it's back to where it should be, but I can't figure out how you can hold down the "ring" with the cap on, as the cap covers it. Holding the ring while unscrewing it from the barrel, yes. Ha! Yes, slip of the tongue, or fingers. I meant to say that I tightened the barrel and section together, then unscrewed the BARREL while holding the ring. Thanks for noticing that! Link to post Share on other sites
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