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Parker · 1967-1971
Parker 65
Variants
| Model | Material | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | Lustraloy (chrome) cap | ||
| Custom | Gold-filled cap | ||
| Consort | Rolled gold cap | ||
| Flighter De Luxe | All-metal (1970) |
What to Look For
Chunkier than the Parker 61. Impressive slab-sided nib described as semi-flexible or soft. Wax seal under nib prone to deterioration. Sections susceptible to shrinkage. Vista Blue and Rage Red replaced by Dark Blue and Maroon in 1969.
The chunkier successor to the Parker 61, introduced in 1967 with an impressive semi-flexible slab-sided nib.1
Nib
The Parker 65’s standout feature is its “slab sided” nib — described by collectors as “semi flexible” or “soft.”1 It writes with a character that modern nibs can’t replicate.
Trim Levels
- Classic: Lustraloy (chrome) cap1
- Custom: Gold-filled cap
- Consort: Rolled gold cap
- Flighter De Luxe (1970): All-metal construction1
Colors
Vista Blue, Rage Red, Charcoal Grey (replaced by Dark Blue and Maroon in 1969), and Black.1
Caution
The wax seal under the nib is prone to deterioration, and sections are susceptible to shrinkage.1 Inspect carefully before buying.