Falcon Connection?

[Checklist]

To my eye, the Parker Falcon nib bears a strong resemblance the the F-16 Fighting Falcon.  Considering that the latter had just entered production when Parker released its Falcon, this may not be a coincidence, at least in the naming.  Does anyone know for sure whether the Parker 50 was named after the F-16?

 

Who wore it better?

 

[jchch1950]

Maybe. But it will be a good OP about pen design and planes.

[CS388]

It's an interesting idea - although I think the nose of the F16 looks more like a mechanical pencil, or even a ballpoint?

[Checklist]

It's the way the nose overhangs the engine inlet for me.  Maybe it's just me seeing what I know.

[chromantic]

Reminds me of a Great White - da-dump, da-dump.