The year was 1888. It was the dawn of modern technology. The first radio would soon be making waves, and precision watches were not far behind. In the midst of this exciting era of change, an ambitious new company was setting out to radically rethink the way pens were designed. For many decades, Parker would pioneer major breakthroughs and develop patented innovations that drastically enhance the way people write. Over time, the company garnered a reputation for creating pens that are as practical as they are stylish. Today, drawing on more than 120 years of excellence, Parker continues to fuse superior craftsmanship with contemporary style, offering men and women of all ages and lifestyles a fine-writing experience thats refreshingly authentic and ultra reliable.