The all-steel hooded workhorse that refuses to die
cartridge / converter
4 colourways · $4.24 typical
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none confidence
Not enough independent discussion to score this one honestly — catalogue data only.
What it is
A revered workhorse pen known for writing smoothly even after sitting capped for weeks.
Homage & Design Inspiration
Released 2015
Homage to Parker 51 Flighter
(Parker)
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Original MSRP: $150
This pen: $2–$5
Legendary brushed stainless steel hooded pen. Unbeatable reliability, virtually indestructible metal body, and an extra-fine hooded nib that never hard-starts.
Spec sheet
| Archetype | Parker 51 Clones & Hooded Nibs |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2015 (Student & Budget Wave (2015–2019)) |
| Homage to | Parker 51 Flighter |
| Filling | Cartridge / converter |
| Nib type | Hooded Extra Fine (0.38mm) |
| Nib widths | Extra Fine |
| Body material | Brushed Stainless Steel |
| Street price | $2–$5 |
| Colourways | 4 |
Dimensions mined from retailer listings and cross-checked across stores — approximate.
For and against
- All-steel durability survives drops and rough pocket carry
- Never dries out
- Costs almost nothing
- Very slim grip section
- Only available in extra fine
The $3 pen that outperforms pens costing $50. Essential everyday carry.
Colourways
4
Matt Black / Black
moonmanpen.com
Matt Black / Gold
moonmanpen.com
Matte Black
www.ttpen.com
Steel / Metal
moonmanpen.com
Stocked at
| moonmanpen.com | $4.24 |
|---|---|
| moonmanpen.com | $4.24 |
| moonmanpen.com | $4.24 |
| www.ttpen.com | $15 |
Converted to USD at August 2026 rates.
Sources
The Ultimate Chinese Fountain Pen Catalogue — The Mind Palace
Also parker 51 clones & hooded nibs
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