1938 Parker Black Shadow-Wave Vacumatic Sub-Deb - fine+ nib

Like Sheaffer, Parker seems to have saved the most interesting celluloids for the entry level pens. I like the materials from the Vacumatic Junior and Sub-Deb lines more than the higher tiered pens. Not that I dislike stacked celluloid. I do think Parker missed out by not making the Shadow Wave celluloid available on more pens. I'm not deeply into Vacumatic model name lore. I get lost quickly. The Sub-Deb seems to be essentially the same as a Junior Debutante but with a plain, narrow band. Perhaps it is more subtle than that and I'm perfectly open to correction. This pen has been well kept, it is in excellent condition. The clarity and color a so nice. The nib is luscious - a meaty fine that is wet, smooth and a little bit bouncy. The filler is in great condition. I can think of only 2 criticisms. A previous restorer tightened the filler too hard so it created a slight bump in the barrel. It isn't obvious when looking at the pen but you can feel it. It is no more than an unfortunate co