Parker Pens from All Walks of Life
Discover the treasured Parker pen company history, from its inception in 1888 to wartime efforts and beyond. Throughout Parker history you'll find inspiration and devotion to the art of fine pen making, love of country and passion for quality. Explore a legacy that earned Parker pens two Royal Warrants in recognition for the 'highest standards of service, quality and excellence.'
Let's take a look at some famous connections with Parker.
Pierce Brosnan as James Bond
In the 1995 James Bond "GoldenEye," film Pierce Brosnan (James Bond) is equipped with a Parker Jotter pen by Q-Branch, which doubles as a C4 grenade in the movie. Three clicks arm the grenade and three clicks disarm it. The pen plays a pivotal role during Bond's mission when Boris Grishenko (Alan Cumming) accidentally activates it, leading to an explosion that allows Bond to escape. Feel like James Bond every day with a Parker Jotter in hand – the ultimate blend of style, sophistication, and practicality.
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth II had a long-standing association with Parker pens. She reportedly favoured the Parker 51 model, a reliable and stylish fountain pen, for many years. This preference was so well-known that Parker was granted a Royal Warrant in 1962, signifying their official supplier status to the Royal Household. She often used Parker pens in public, awarding her personal fondness for the brand and adding a touch of regal elegance to the brand's image.
Emma Watson
Emma Watson, known for her role as the studious Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series, is a self-proclaimed fan of Parker pens. Parker pens get a Hermione Granger stamp of approval! Emma Watson loves their smooth writing. This love for fountain pens extends beyond acting, as Watson has mentioned using them for note-taking during her studies and even for drafting speeches in her advocacy work.
Dylan Thomas
Dylan Thomas (1914 -1953), the famed Welsh poet, was also known to be a devoted user of the Parker 51 fountain pen. Known for its smooth writing and quick-drying ink, the pen became a familiar sight in his hand, hinting at the role it played in bringing his lyrical verse to life.
He recently came to the attention of a new generation when pop superstar Taylor Swift mentioned him in her song lyrics. "You’re not Dylan Thomas. I’m not Patti Smith. This ain’t the Chelsea Hotel. We’re modern idiots" forms part of the chorus of the song 'The Tortured Poets Department' on her album of the same name. Taylor hints at the lyrical genius that he was and his affiliations with the Chelsea Hotel, where he passed away.
