Parker Inflection

2000-2004 · Cartridge Converter

The Parker Inflection, introduced in 2001, is a distinctive modern writing instrument featuring a sleek metal body, the iconic Parker arrow clip, and a smooth stainless steel nib. Designed in the UK, it reflects Parker’s early 2000s approach to elegant, everyday writing.

5 Archived Pens
5 Known Variants
Key Facts
The Parker Inflection was made in the UK in the early 2000s. Its wide Arrow clip with black details gives it a clear identity.

First appearance: Introduced in 2001. Examples dated 2000 show that production started before the launch.

End of production: Around 2004. The Parker Latitude replaced it in 2005.
Design: A wide, multi-part Arrow clip, a long black grip section and a partly covered nib.

Five finishes: Black, Sunny Red, Radiant Yellow, Tranquil Blue and Stainless Steel GT, also known as Flighter.

Body: Stainless steel. Black has a smooth lacquer finish. Red, yellow and blue have coloured lacquer with a soft satin effect. The Flighter has a brushed steel finish.

Nib and trim: A steel nib with 23K gold plating. Parker catalogues describe the trim as 14K gold plated.

Ink system: Parker cartridges or a converter for bottled ink.


Inflection catalogue photograph

Key Dates

First Appearance

2000

2001

Introduction

2004

Discontinued

Known Variants

Explore all known variants of Parker Inflection .

5 variants 5 in archive

Inflection

2001-2004
5
Black
Sunny Red
Tranquil Blue
Radiant Yellow
Stainless Steel GT
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An Evolving Reference

This reference list reflects the variants currently documented by Happy Pens Archive and is not necessarily exhaustive. Further variants may be identified as research continues, and existing entries may be expanded as additional examples, photographs and supporting information become available.

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