Pen Model: Parker Pastel

During the later Duofold era, Parker developed a smaller second line to specifically attract women. This angle had not been their attention in the earlier years, and the euphemistic “DQ” (Duofold Quality) and Raven Black pens did not fill the gap. The Pastels were Duofolds in construction and general feature, but they had their own look and, more important, color palette. Pastels went through at least three redesigns in five years, but their colors were bright, including Apple Green, Beige Grey, Coral, Magenta, Mauve, and Naples Blue. Adding to the colors’ allure was the Moire patter, thin vertical stripes of black appearing in random display. These were pretty pens, not often seen today in good condition.