PARKER IM Fountain Pen, Black Lacquer, Fine Nib

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Product guide

PARKER IM Fountain Pen, Black Lacquer, Fine Nib

The PARKER IM Fountain Pen pairs a black lacquer finish and chrome trim with a fine stainless-steel nib and a blue ink cartridge claim. Its refillable design and gift-box presentation suit everyday writing or a straightforward pen gift, customer feedback is positive overall but reports uneven ink flow and reliability.

At a glance

Fine nib with a stated 0.7mm line size.
Black lacquer finish with chrome trim and a signature arrow clip, according to the listing.
Refillable fountain-pen format, the listing identifies a blue ink cartridge.

Price

£19.99Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£23.57~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The fine-point format is suited to buyers who prefer a narrower line for everyday writing.
A refillable design allows continued use beyond the supplied cartridge.
A gift box is identified in the explicit contents list, making presentation part of the stated package.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity
Brand	PARKER
Model	IM
Writing instrument	Fountain Pen
Point type	Fine
Line size	0.7mm
Ink colour	Blue
Refillable	Ergonomic, Refillable

Appearance and use
Colour	Black Lacquer Chrome Trim
Grip	ergonomic
Closure	Snap
Handedness listed	Right
Age range	Adult
Recommended use	Writing

Materials and protection
Material listed	Stainless Steel
Water resistance listed	Not Water Resistant
Ink base	Water

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	17.7 x 5.2 x 3.7 centimetres
Weight listed	0.08 Kilograms

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about package contents: its title and feature copy claim a blue refill and gift box, while the explicit contents list names an ink cartridge and gift box without specifying the cartridge colour, confirm what the selected listing includes. Ink flow and reliability are mixed in customer feedback, so buyers relying on consistent daily writing should bear that uncertainty in mind.

What’s in the box

Included

Ink cartridge
Gift box

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Writers looking for a fine-nib fountain pen for general writing.
Buyers seeking a refillable pen with a black-and-chrome appearance.
People choosing a boxed pen as a modest, practical gift.

Less suited to

Anyone requiring a water-resistant pen or ink, as water resistance is listed as absent and the ink base is water.
Buyers who need consistently dependable ink flow based on the reported mixed feedback.

PARKER IM Fountain Pen, Black Lacquer, Fine Nib · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 4,710 ratings

5 stars72%72%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars3%3%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback highlights a smooth, well-balanced feel and an appearance many find classy, with some describing the pen as good value. Reports on reliability and ink flow are mixed, including some accounts of the pen ceasing to work and others of good flow. That variability matters for buyers who need dependable daily writing, the listing's fine point and refillable design describe the intended use but do not resolve those reports.

Positive themes

Customers describe the pen as smooth to write with and well-balanced in hand.
Customers praise its appearance and report good value for money.

Negative themes

Some customers report that the pen stopped working.

Mixed feedback

Ink flow receives mixed reports, with some customers satisfied and others saying it does not flow.

Frequently asked questions

What nib does the PARKER IM use?

The listing specifies a fine nib and gives a line size of 0.7mm.

Is ink included?

An ink cartridge is named in the explicit contents list, while the title and feature copy claim a blue refill. The contents list does not state its colour, so confirm the selected listing's package details.

Can the pen be refilled?

The listing describes it as refillable, though it does not specify a converter or further refill components in the explicit contents list.

What do customers report about writing performance?

Feedback describes smooth writing and a well-balanced feel, but reports vary on ink flow, and some customers mention reliability problems. These are reported experiences, not a guarantee of performance.