PA1501: Parker Esprit Duo Pen, boxed.

Date: c2000s

Size: Length - 4 7/16 inches retracted; 5 3/16 inches extended.

A very unusual pale metallic silver duo-pen that harks back to the turn of the 19th/20th centuries in that it is telescopic.  Just pull the barrel away from the cap and twist to lock.  It is a new old-stock item - it has never been sold or used and is completely undamaged and presented in its original packaging.  The pencil is made from metal that has a very slightly textured metallic surface finish.  The cap has a chromed top button and a chrome plated Parker arrow pocket clip.  The gripping point on the barrel has a ribbing that affords a good comfortable hold.  Once locked in the extended position, you can twist the cap to left or right to extend either the ballpoint or the PDA stylus.  The original triangular box is included along with the instruction sheet and white card outer box.

This is a very clever little pen.  Compact enough to fit in a small pocket or purse, but once extended large enough to be used in the largest hand with comfort.