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The history of Parker pens can be traced back to the end of the nineteenth century, when the Parker company was founded. Established in 1888 by a former telegraphy teacher George S. Parker, whose philosophy was to “build a better pen,” Parker is a world renowned producer of fine writing instruments. The insight and commitment of its founder led Parker pens to become a global leader and an icon in the history of writing instruments.
Parker patented his first fountain pen in 1892, and the Parker Pen Company emerged. In the following years through Parker’s endless determination and passion for innovation the brand developed further supported by the founder’s constant drive for excellence. Parker is famous for its innovative technologies and designs. The first major innovative break-through came in 1894 with the invention of the Lucky Curve – a break-through ink feed system, designed to drain the ink back into the reservoir by capillary action when the pen was kept upright. This invention made Parker a major player among the producers of fountain pens.
Parker have created many iconic models such as the Sonnet, Duofold, 51, 75 and Arrow. Many of their models have become collectors items, with fan sites devoted to them e.g.Parkerpens.net. Click here to view the Parker Website.
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Nowadays Parker is one of the most recognizable brands around the world and the illustrious list of prominent users of Parker pens is constantly updated with new names. Among the loyal users of Parker pens was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who used his pen to write Sherlock Holmes mysteries. Parker pens are also the ones used by the world’s leaders to sign treaties, trade agreements and other important documents.
Our Parker range includes a multitude of beautifully designed pens, of which the most popular ones are: Parker Sonnet, Parker Duofold and Parker Latitude.
Parker Sonnet
One of the most popular lines ever created by Parker is Parker Sonnet. It is a model example of timeless, sophisticated Parker design. What makes Sonnet pens so unique is the feeling of quality and craftsmanship, its fine styling, attention to detail and sophisticated beauty that challenges conventional approaches to pen design.
Parker Latitude
The Latitude line is renowned for its streamlined design, top-quality materials and outstanding craftsmanship. Parker Latitude is one of Parker’s best-selling lines, as it is reliable and affordable and offers an array of colours and finishes for you to choose from.
Parker Duofold
The legendary Parker Duofold remains Parker’s flagship collection until today. Duofold are famous for being virtually indestructible – they have been tested by being thrown from planes at 3000 feet altitude and were then found completely undamaged. A recent addition to the Parker Duofold line – the limited edition Parker Duofold Lucky 8 is a stunning fine writing instrument that embodies the core values that make Parker pens so popular – their reliability and modern sophisticated design.
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