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Worth mentioning the nibs for Parker 51's are completely different in shape from standard fountain pen nibs and consequently have a different and unique feed mechanism. Hooding a standard nib might work but won't emulate the classic 51 design. Parker 51 parts (including worn out pens sold only for parts ) are still available on eBay and similar sites. For example, if one purchased the top section with nib of an old 51 it should be possible to turn a matching bottom section. Of course, 51 caps (metal) were also unique as was their internal clutch, but again it should be possible to turn a replica in acrylic and fit the iconic arrow clip - another part readily available.

[QUOTE="Nicholas Andrews, post: 372453, member: 1795"] Worth mentioning the nibs for Parker 51's are completely different in shape from standard fountain pen nibs and consequently have a different and unique feed mechanism. Hooding a standard nib might work but won't emulate the classic 51 design. Parker 51 parts (including worn out pens sold only for parts ) are still available on eBay and similar sites. For example, if one purchased the top section with nib of an old 51 it should be possible to turn a matching bottom section. Of course, 51 caps (metal) were also unique as was their internal clutch, but again it should be possible to turn a replica in acrylic and fit the iconic arrow clip - another part readily available. [/QUOTE]

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