1 / 5PARKER IM Monochrome Fountain Pen, Champagne, Fine Nib
The PARKER IM Monochrome fountain pen pairs a champagne finish and trims with a fine stainless steel nib and blue ink. Its gift-box presentation and cartridge-or-bottle filling claim suit buyers seeking a polished everyday writing instrument, though customer feedback notes mixed ink durability.
At a glance
- Champagne monochrome finish extends from the trims to the nib, according to the listing.
- Fine stainless steel nib and blue ink are stated in the product details.
- The listing describes cartridge use or conversion to bottled-ink filling.
- The title describes a gift box, while the details list an ink cartridge as an included component.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Customers report liking the appearance and smooth writing performance, with positive comments about nib feel and weight.
- Fine point and blue ink are clearly specified for buyers seeking a finer-writing fountain pen.
- Listing states the pen can use Quink cartridges or convert to bottled-ink filling.
Technical specifications
18 specifications| Brand | Newell Brands |
|---|---|
| Model | IM Monochrome |
| Writing instrument | Fountain Pen |
| Finish colour | Champagne |
| Nib point | Fine |
| Line size listed | 0.3mm |
| Ink colour | Blue |
| Ink base | Water |
| Filling options stated | Quink ink cartridges or converts to ink bottle filling |
| Grip listed | Smooth |
| Hand orientation listed | Ambidextrous |
| Clip | Pocket Clip |
| Recommended use | Writing |
| Dimensions listed | 30 x 180 x 50 millimetres |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 0.07 Kilograms |
| Material listed | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Water resistance listed | Not Water Resistant |
| Trim coating claim | PVD coating |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing specifies blue ink in its title and details, but the description's filling claim does not confirm the included cartridge's colour or quantity. Ink durability feedback is mixed, with reports that ink dries in the nib. The title claims a gift box and describes refills, while the explicit included-components detail lists only an ink cartridge. Confirm the selected listing's package contents if the box or extra refills matter.
What’s in the box
Included- Ink cartridge
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Writers looking for a champagne-finish fountain pen with a fine nib and blue ink.
- Buyers who value a gift-style presentation and the stated option of cartridge or bottled-ink filling.
Less suited to
- Anyone who needs a water-resistant pen.
- Buyers prioritising confidently established ink performance, given mixed customer feedback about ink drying in the nib.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
78% 78% - 4 stars
9% 9% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
3% 3% - 1 star
5% 5%
Customer feedback highlights the pen's appearance, smooth writing, nib feel and weight, while reports about ink durability are mixed, including comments that ink dries in the nib. That concern may matter for occasional writers. The product is listed as a fine-nib, blue-ink fountain pen, but those specifications do not establish how reliably ink flows in use.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the appearance and smooth writing, and describe the nib feel and weight positively.
Mixed feedback
- Ink durability receives mixed feedback, including reports of ink drying in the nib.
Frequently asked questions
What nib and ink colour are listed?
The listing specifies a Fine point and Blue ink. It also gives a 0.3mm line size, but does not explain how that figure relates to the nib designation.
Can it use bottled ink?
The product description says it uses Quink ink cartridges or converts to ink bottle filling. It does not specify a converter in the stated package contents.
What is said to be included?
The explicit included-components detail lists an Ink Cartridge. The title claims a gift box, while the description mentions a gift box and refills, so confirm the package contents if those items are important.
Is it water-resistant?
No. The listed water-resistance specification is Not Water Resistant.
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