Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Step back in time with us as we take a closer look at a true design classic: the vintage Parker 45 fountain pen and mechanical pencil set. Often called the perfect "first" vintage pen, the Parker 45 was a revolutionary and incredibly popular model that served students, professionals, writers, as well as JFK and Queen Elizabeth for decades.
In this video, we'll explore the fountain pen's design, quirks, and features, and how its innovative cartridge/converter filling system changed the game. Most importantly, we'll ink it up and see how its nib performs in a writing test. We'll also examine the matching mechanical pencil, which gets less attention, but is an excellent sidekick in its own right.
Do you own a Parker 45, or do you have a favorite vintage pen? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below!
I bought this set on eBay: ebay.us/i4BRv0
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#Parker45 #FountainPen #VintagePen #PenReview #MechanicalPencil #ParkerPens
History of the Parker 45 (great info!): parkerpens.net/parker45.html
Ink in this video: amzn.to/4mERofy
Pencil refill mentioned: amzn.to/46LtF7t
Other pens featured:
- Parker 61 (video coming soon!)
- Parker 51 (2021 Reissue): youtu.be/K4shA4yrkkE
- Parker Jotter: youtu.be/vZLwihyOADA
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If you've got a pen or related items you would like to submit for review, you can contact me at JG3Reviews@gmail.com or send the item to:
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Step back in time with us as we take a closer look at a true design classic: the vintage Parker 45 fountain pen and mechanical pencil set. Often called the perfect "first" vintage pen, the Parker 45 was a revolutionary and incredibly popular model that served students, professionals, writers, as well as JFK and Queen Elizabeth for decades.
In this video, we'll explore the fountain pen's design, quirks, and features, and how its innovative cartridge/converter filling system changed the game. Most importantly, we'll ink it up and see how its nib performs in a writing test. We'll also examine the matching mechanical pencil, which gets less attention, but is an excellent sidekick in its own right.
Do you own a Parker 45, or do you have a favorite vintage pen? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below!
I bought this set on eBay: ebay.us/i4BRv0
If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up and consider subscribing for more fountain pen reviews, ink tests, and writing adventures.
Thanks for watching!
#Parker45 #FountainPen #VintagePen #PenReview #MechanicalPencil #ParkerPens
History of the Parker 45 (great info!): parkerpens.net/parker45.html
Ink in this video: amzn.to/4mERofy
Pencil refill mentioned: amzn.to/46LtF7t
Other pens featured:
- Parker 61 (video coming soon!)
- Parker 51 (2021 Reissue): youtu.be/K4shA4yrkkE
- Parker Jotter: youtu.be/vZLwihyOADA
______________________
As an Amazon Associate, Goldspot Affiliate, and eBay Partner. I earn from qualifying purchases (Thank you for supporting the channel!)
You can follow me on Instagram: @jg3_reviews.
If you've got a pen or related items you would like to submit for review, you can contact me at JG3Reviews@gmail.com or send the item to:
JG3 Reviews
P.O. Box 3506
Early, TX 76803
USA
Or, if your shipping service does not send to PO Boxes:
JG3 Reviews
101 Crescent Dr. #3506
Early, TX 76802
USA










