Pen Resurrection Sunday Ep 85 - 1950 Parker 51 Aerometric Conversion

Yet another Parker 51 Aerometric conversion. Let me know if you're getting bored of these conversions. If people are getting tired of this content, I can simply resurrect these pens, take some photos, and put them up for sale on my WIX page (below) without a video.

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Concerto No. 3 in E major, Op. 8, RV 293, "Spring" by Antonio Vivaldi, in HD quality!
- Classical music piece performed by: John Harrison — Violin / Robert Turizziani — Conductor / Wichita State University Chamber Players
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CAUTION: The following video has an unusually high VHQ (video humor quotient). Viewers are advised to refrain from consuming carbonated beverages while watching. Any liquid spewing out of your nose is YOUR responsibility.
00:00 - Start
00:12 - Introduction
01:50 - Triage
03:13 - Disassembly
04:16 - Cutting the Breather Tube
06:14 - Assembling the Converter
08:01 - Polising the Nib and Feed
10:16 - Aligning the Nib with the Hood
12:00 - 1st Writing Sample
14:01 - Polished Barrel and Hood
14:46 - Fixing a Hood Crack
15:25 - Polished Cap
15:51 - Thoughts

[InkquiringMinds]

UPDATE: The pencil/pen in the Parker 51 set is, indeed, a Parker Liquid Lead pencil. The refill that looks like a desk-set ballpoint refill is a genuine Liquid Lead from Parker. They were made from 1955 to 1962. You learn something new everyday!

[RainmanP]

Doug, I actually appreciate seeing numerous versions of the same process video. Because they are not identical, so some cover the same little steps slightly differently to address different videos. I have an old 51 that I got for a song on eBay that I would like to try restoring and converting like this. While I am still trying to work up the nerve, watching these videos is helping inspire me!

[steeleblue]

Love ALL the resurrection videos. I learn something new with every one. 😊

[lynnhayes]

Yes, enough coversions, enough Parkers. We enjoy the the resurrection shows, but not all Parkers. You taught my husband how to work on my vintage Sheaffers, and I'm most grateful!

[davidnygard]

Your last Parker 51 Aerometric conversion inspired me to purchase another one on eBay for $28 USD. I would not have purchased it had I not seen your earlier post. The pen was perfect for an aerometric conversion. It had tarnish on the cap, an engraved name and the aerometric filler was defiled and/or defaced by something that cannot be fixed with an ever so careful application of mineral spirits or acetone. The engraved name and cap tarnish were all easy to address and make them disappear.

The fine Parker gold nib was dated 1948 - jackpot! That and the aerometric filler, while ugly as hell, works! I have a conversion unit on order from India and hope to replicate your process soon. Thank you, Doug! Please keep these Resurrection Sunday posts coming!

[theprof_]

I will watch any restoration you do regardless of how many times you repeat one As you so thoroughly explain at the end of this video, each restoration has its own “curve balls” to enhance the learning process. Keep on doing what you do. Thanks. 👍

[Braynstorm]

Every time I see another one of these aerometric conversion videos, I'm one step closer to working up the courage to do it myself on the one I found!

[delkott]

Thanks for yet another excellent pen resurrection, Doug. I disagree with the negative comments! I greatly appreciate the effort that you put into creating such technically-rich content, let alone the video editing work. Thank you for sharing all your excellent work with the world!

[paulmchugh]

I never heard of liquid lead from anyone. It is really interesting.

I found a 51 set in the original box. I considered getting it but did not for feear of resacking and future maintenance. But this conversion is a great idea. If it is still available I may go for it.

Thanks agsin, Doug.

[Copperplate_]

Call me an odd duck, but I always find the well choreographed presentations a real treat!
You are the lighthouse in the wild sea of pen resurrection! 💡 Thank you! 🙏

[creato]

First of all, i don't video those videos repetitive, it's always fun to see the different states every pen is and what it requires to fix, second, what e beautiful pen, that blue shell is very nice.

[nope]

I got a couple Parker 51 clones that are cartridge converters.
I would love to have a vintage 51 cartridge converter.

[tonybinns-erxi]

Hello Garry. I am not sure where the community page is! I am using my phone so it may not be available.
Anyway, I do have a couple of Preppys and three Lamy 2000s.

My vote goes to the Lamy. It is difficult to fault the design and build quality and it's a lovely writer

[gratiaification]

I really enjoy the resurrection videos and would be sorely disappointed not to see them! One of these days, I hope to be able to be quick enough to buy one of your conversions 😊😊

[haroldmarenger]

Hi Douglas. To me, each resurrection is different and interesting to see what went on to resurrect the pen, especially if you run into any issues—this is where problem solving and technique comes into play. Also it’s a good way to see what into each specific pen, so you know what you are purchasing., if it’s for sale.

The Frankin-pen/pencil kind of looks like a “liquid” pencil that Parker came out with.

[FountainPenWorld-zi]

If it were up to me, you should continue to publish each of the resurrection works regardless of negative comments. I and others can only learn and, furthermore, such comments are superfluous because one can just keep scrolling through the video or ignore a video altogether if one think one already know or has seen everything. I assume that most people don't even know how much work and time has to be invested in producing such a video.

[archivist]

I'm happy to see whatever you post, Doug. 😀

[MrAndrew]

Just on the subject of the Nahvalur Eclipse, have you had any issues with your pen drying out? I watched a Doodlebud video where he found a problem of excess plastic (from injection moulding) preventing the trap door closing. This caused the ink to dry out after a short period of time.

[johnsomers]

Would you please email me the Parker identification link? I have a 51 Special, then I have a 41, which I had never heard of until I got one in Margaret's collection!

[andrewrothman]

Perhaps that pencil is a "liquid lead" variety?