The Parker Jotter Stainless Steel Pen: The Full Nick Shabazz Review

Today, we look at a pen which is as wonderful as it is inexpensive, the Parker Jotter in Stainless Steel. There's not much to it, but what's there is great, and for your EDC, it's a solid gem. Purchase links below:
Here's the pen: amzn.to/2pclm2R
And the Quink Gel Carts: amzn.to/2pqRLyr

[@sputumtube]

When I was at school (UK) in the early 70's I was obsessed with nice pens and my fave at the time was the Parker 45 Flighter with the gold clip. However, my school (Sandbach Grammar) wouldn't allow ball-pens and would only allow fountain pens. When I left school my father very kindly bought me a mirror finished Cross (USA) ball-pen which were super rare over here at that time. As he gave it to me he said "remember, it's not what you write with that matters, but what you write"......I've got that Cross pen in my pocket right now, 42 years later...!!!!!

[@amjadali-tv3si]

Yes I have also good collection of cross ballpoints really wroth to write

[@fromtheflightdeck252]

At Foster's Grammar School, Dorset, in the 1970s we too had fountain pens that were filled by Quink ink in a somewhat messy process. In the library at University RHC they used to have a huge bottle of Quink for students to refill from. Always remember the pocket spills from fountain pens that could ruin a white shirt!

[@Ryan-zv3os]

Thank you for sharing that nice story, great that you kept it so long.

[@NtlWltrs]

I was at school in the UK in the 90's and we were told to use fountain pens also. Lots of ruined books, school bags etc due to leaks. I love Parker pens. I always carry a nice pen in my handbag

[@stephaniepadilla8468]

That’s awesome dude:)

[@pedrohack2869]

Carry 2 pens, when someone asks to borrow a pen give them the cheap one

[@void1984]

The same with knives.

[@dandyer8351]

Or just say u dont have one 😊

[@ledyardpritchard4681]

I have one from 2004. I used it everyday for about 11 years. I had it with me all times. I work on the railroad and for 7 of those years also drove tankers for two petroleum companies. Three jobs for 7 years and the one pen.The amount of writing I did with that pen, all the paperwork on the trucks, the customer tickets I had to fill out etc....plus every check I ever wrote during that period, shopping lists, you name it. Travelled with it on vacations. I wear them on the collar so any photos of me have that pen in it. I retired it to home use only. I had it so long now I’m attached to it. Bought two more Jotters around 2013. One red, one blue. Have quite a few refills, but that stainless steel one...we got some history man so now it’s safely in my WATCH drawer! The red and blue Jotters, those leave the house!

[@tonycrayford3893]

My grandfather gave me a stainless steel parker jotter when I was thirteen, that thing is so beaten up. I recently bought a new jotter just to put the functional part into my battered pen body.

[@zooyorkk]

pawkah jawtah

[@yoram9692]

Your voice is golden man

[@dector1319]

I found pen in a park. So I guess I have a Parker pen.

[@dizzyexplorer]

I'm watching a pen review.. And i like it!

[@allthingsgaming916]

dizzyexplorer this 100% , I was going to google it then I thought nope KZbin has a video on everything or anything you want to know ha

[@letstalkpocketknives267]

My grandpa always had a Parker jotter, and it's my favorite as well, even the half plastic ones since they remind me of my grandpa.

[@braderslooloo]

Was he half plastic?

[@wulvershon8948]

Barney The Dinosaur lmaooo

[@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155]

@@braderslooloo his grandpa had so🤣

[@jenniferh6813]

I actually prefer the half-plastic ones, because I find them easier to grip. My fingers slip too much on all stainless steel pens.

[@thedillestpickle]

I haven't started watching this video yet, but I'd like to say I really like your style of reviews. You really analyse the pens and look for the flaws that would lead to buyers remorse. You seem to know what the ideal pen should be and hold all pens up to that standard, which is great.

[@scdevon]

Parker ball points are so smooth writing. The Jotter never disappoints.

[@andreaslofstedt]

Such a great review! Covering aspects of the pen I haven't thought of myself, but I found it very interesting. And I love the positive attitude from Nick.

[@Anita95_original]

I bought a Parker Jotter pencil, Parker Jotter ballpoint and one Parker Jotter fountain pen back in 1983. I used them throughout school, university and graduate studies, and they lie on my desk today. Absolute priceless, the best writing tools I ever have had.

[@earlyx1225]

It's just a pen, but it's been my favorite since high school (1971 graduate). They were called "T-BALL JOTTER then.

[@thebudkellyfiles]

Nick, I've used one of these on and off since the 60s. It's a classic. Cannot be beat, especially for the price. Thanks.

[@qui-gone]

I've had Parkers (starting with a roller ball pen and then moving to a fountain pen which I used for most of my university exams and finally to jotters) since 2001. It's my go to brand for writing instruments. Sure it was "expensive" at 300 Indian rupees or 8$ in 2000s economy, but as a kid who was making his own money by age 15, this was a matter of pride to flaunt. Parker pen was for people who took writing seriously - like myself I suppose. 20 years down, I have a fleet of Parkers - fountain, roller and my favourite - the jotters. We don't have all the new designs in India, but the basic steel jotter costs 6$ here and is my every day carry.

[@chrisholbourn2793]

I’ve used this pen for decades, at altitude, without issue. It’s perfect for task Armand. Perfect review. Thank you.

[@incollectio]

Having studied in academia for over 13 years, and having tried lots of different pens, the Parker Jotter is absolutely my favorite. I write all my notes with it. I also love the Parker ink, in medium, as it seems to last a very long time per cartridge while being always reliable and properly visible in it's delivery. In fact, my notebooks that were written with other inks, before finding Parker, have faded considerably than anything since starting to use Parker.

[@JSC178]

Parker pen bomb clicks 3 times... "Give me the codes, Natalia... GIVE THEM TO ME!"

[@claxcyr]

Can you make a video of you just saying things like "Ey, I'm walkin' over here!" and "Don' worry 'bout it"

[@dvelop4975]

lollol

[@camille-yeoncopycat1530]

Sauce please 😂

[@wesidk5662]

For the first year I heard you talk about this in your other videos I thought it was the Parker Jahta. Man your accent is so amazing, it's impossible not to like

[@synthgal1090]

I bought one because of this review. I've been carrying this for a week and change and I'm loving it. I think my only complaints are a slight rattle and that it's always lighter than I expect it to be when I pick it up.

[@TinglingTaco]

I bought mine in 2018, and promised myself I would sign my diploma with it. I'll graduate in two months if everything goes according to plan, and my Jotter is still the only pen I use.

[@TinglingTaco]

Update: I'm signing my diploma on the 4th of July, I passed all of the requirements to graduate

[@vp6941]

@@TinglingTaco nice dude, ik im 9 Month late, 💪💪

[@ryuga2852]

​@@TinglingTacocongratulations!! How's the pen doing?

[@SlackingSince1969]

I bought one of those last week. I also bought a quinkflow .5mm black cartridge at the same time. I love it. I will try it out with a gel cartridge refill in the future. For now I'm happy with this choice and totally agree with what you've said in this video. Cheers!!!🍻

[@Blue_3rd]

Hi! I didn’t realise you reviewed pens as well as watches. Nice to find another pen/watch nerd :) Parker have been my favourite every day pens since my 70s school days. The new London landmarks series is very cool looking too and still cheap. Thanks for the vids. Cheers!

[@jessed.l3395]

I found one in a pen recycling bin with an engraving dated 1985, love it.

[@venger78]

Complete surprise review! Love my Parker jotter pen for work.

[@johnnygucci9]

People on amazon are complaining that the pen is too “short”...coming to your page I realized that the length and weight make it an ideal pen to carry along in a shirt or blazer pocket! Nice 👍 video

[@DaGn0528]

Easily my favorite video. The accent is pure love!

[@gabrielnortje8352]

Can you help me because I had to replace the ink and ever since I put it in if I press the button it doesn't click as in the ballpoint doesn't come out of the casing so could you give me some advice? Thanks!

[@monkey555500]

love ur review..cool dude,,i had two parker 25s back in the early 80s in school..lol..and loved my paper mate profile,chrome and brown and am sure i had another too...just bought some of the parker jotters today

[@mmdirtyworkz]

I have that same pen for the last 30 years, used to be my "lucky" pen in high school. Still working. I have a few of Parkers with lower body made of plastic, they are even older and they all work :)

[@Kiddomike]

I had jotters in the past especially in high school. But I was clumsy back then and lost a couple. Now, I think I'm more responsible with my pens and bought another Jotter for my everyday carry. I got their new all-steel colored barrel pens. It's great to have a Jotter again.

[@wally626v_m7]

Thanks to your channel I now carry a gold Sheaffer Targa fountain pen with gold nib. I went from a $2 roller ball to gold, granted just plate on body and cap, since February. A link to Goulet Pens did me in. I do like fountain pens though.

[@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155]

Everything for him is "this little guy here"

[@renico123]

I have lost this pen unfortunately, i had it for almost 30 years. I want to buy a new one but i noticed that the new ones have an arrow that looks different, less nice i.m.o. The one that is shown in this video has the nice arrow still. Can anybody help me out here? Is there also a difference in the jotter steel and the jotter Blister? Gr R.

[@paulEG6]

Love my jotter, had it over 20 years now and it has plenty of character!

[@sweepe07]

curious to know i have read the button aka clicker is flat with logo. i bought one new yesterday and it is rounded no logo as is my other parker i bought a year ago.

[@codylauderdale7066]

I really like Sharpie pens but I’d like to up my game ever so slightly. How would the consistency of the Parker gel refills compare to a Sharpie pen?

[@HugoBravoMusic]

Saw this review and decided to buy it! Thanks brother, great video!

[@cheetahsong]

Hey Nick, thanks for the quality review. I have a quick question for you. I have read that Parker Jotters have some tip wiggle even when using Parker's Quink refills. How is it in your experience? I am looking into buying a Jotter and beginning my pen edc journey. Thanks in advance. Cheers!

[@Mattebodra]

As the video finished I ordered one. I was getting back into fountain pens but they keep drying out in my backpack, and as I always enjoyed jotter parkers during highschool I figured this was going to be the EDC pen I wad looking for. Thanks again Nick:)

[@mattsepter4078]

Just an FYI for you. I've had one for 5+ years now. I love it. However, I had issues with the ballpoint refills. So I switched to the gel refills. Do it! I thought it couldn't write better, but I have fallen in love with the gel refills. They may not last as long, but it's still worth it. Hope this helps you down the road.

[@mattsepter4078]

@peupiquor1011 still going strong and in my pocket or on my desk daily. Still rocking the gel cartridge as well. My only gripe is the clip has that arrowhead looking point and it grabs on some random stuff and has gotten stuck on those. I think I lose it, but it's always hanging where it came off. Literally the only thing I can say bad about mine. For the price, it's hard to beat. Hope this helps. Get it for Grandpa regardless, he will love it and the gesture.

[@mangoeyepatch4350]

Do you think its a good choice for left handers?

[@thecuriousquest]

Gonna have to get one of those. I just recently lost a Cross pen that I've had for about 6 years at work. I'll admit that it was never really mine to begin with; found it at work and couldn't locate the owner, so I decided to use it (I work in a big place).

[@chrisholbourn2793]

I’ve been using them for years. Love em. Gel refill? Where do we get them? link?

[@daddybeagleaz907]

Mine's loaded with a Fisher Space Pen refill, love it to bits. Following you as of now!

[@cristianmicu]

parker jotter is the casio of pens amazing value and durability for the price. i have the version of black tough plastic/ metal upside . and i like it that way because i dont particularly love the feel of metal on my fingers one of the few cases when (durable) plastic is better than metal in making of things IMO the plastic is very high quality look and feel

[@link2299]

I just got this pen, love it so far. Quick question: how would you use a space pen refill with it? I prefer to write with space pens because I live in Canada and my pen regularily gets hit with -30°C weather and its nice when it can still work through that.

[@ViceCommando]

How about Jotter Premium versions? Any hindsights on those?

[@flyingspaghetti]

I have 2 Parker Jotter Stainless Steel pens. The only difference is one has engraved "Made in UK N" and the other has engraved "Made in UK N.1". Is there a difference between them in terms of authenticity/quality/manyfacturing date?

[@WilliamParmley]

OMG Nick, I like your taste and style. I've had my Parker Jotter for about 30 years. It came in a set with a 0.7mm [correction: 0.5mm] mechanical pencil (which I still also have). I also have a plastic-barreled jotter somewhere that is about the same age or maybe older. (I think it's out in my truck.) I wasn't aware of the gel refills, I'll have to check them out.

[@jenniferh6813]

I didn't realise that the refills were interchangeable. I am now very happy!

[@marklammas2465]

My Dad always used a Jotter. My mother had the top line Parker fountain pen; a present from my Dad. I usually use Parker ball pens; I have four, including a Jotter, all in stainless steel.

[@Lol_A_Frog]

Is this pen one of the cheap newer ones made in India? If not where is it made?

[@lvfucanan]

I bought this today! Thanks for the review! In the Philippines at National Bookstore, we get free engravings for Parker pens which is really nice. 😊

[@jamridd14]

I remember back in 2009 when I got my first Parker pen my freshman year in high school. I’ve been using them ever since. When I got a job at amazon, I bought about 10 Parker pens from amazon for about 70-80 bucks. Now I’m in school for aviation and everyone always ask where can they get one after I let them borrow mine. And they help me with my penmanship too. The weight of the pen feels good to me and everyone else I guess too

[@nikolas7]

Great review. What are the names of the beautiful fountain pens at the end of the video? Many thanks.

[@chrollium6111]

I AGREE I got this today and it feels wayyyy better than a regular grip plastic pen and it writes small really really nice

[@PaKePo]

Thanks for reviewing, Nick Could you review the Parker Galaxy next? I'm trying to decide between it and the Jotter Cheers

[@hskzYT]

I think you might be able to cut a little bit of the spring to reduce the noise, but it might screw up the pen. Also, 2 more things I like about this pen is that is comes in a good variety of patterns/colors and that it is pretty versatile in refills (I'm personally using an OHTO Gel refill and it is cheaper than the standard Parker refill in where I live).

[@mitchelldelmar9682]

The Delica of pens.

[@kanceroner5456]

W

[@bigaspaulo]

I was expecting a Delica size comparison!

[@iyamprash]

Love your voice and attitude dude.. and what a no nonsense pen!

[@RogerSartet007]

I'm 48, have been using Jotters since primary school and I still do, but I must admit, as you rightfully observed, that the machining isn't great (anymore). This used to be different. It changed 'round the time they modified the top of the button from concave to convex. Since then, the text 'Parker, Made in France/USA/UK' (In my younger days USA used to be the most current here in Belgium, then later France. UK for Parker models other than the Jotter) has become hardly legible as well. Also, the threading has changed. This however for the better: Before the threading used to be very fine and would give problems with the non stainless steel models where the plastic threading would wear off pretty easily... But for 8 bucks...a winner! Keep up the good work Nick! Best regards

[@yourfilipinotv6477]

Do you have a review of the Hinderer Investigator Pen?

[@silviodante27]

Hello, can you tell how much pen weight, thanks.

[@Travis5.56]

I'm looking forward to the budget edc video. Can you give us a tour of your reviewing room?

[@TinyIslandMaine]

I like the Parker products and have this in steel and steel/ plastic combo. Dependable, nice writing and easy to deal w/ loss if it happens.

[@vengalive8149]

What do you think about Schneider pen ? Schneider contrast pen.

[@claussteiner5857]

Great pen for travel. Tough even for soldiers at war. Excellent review, nothing was missing. I completely agree

[@jw9436]

Nick Shabazz Great review! How do the Quink Gel carts compare with the Schmidt Easy Flow 9000? Think I mentioned to you that I've replaced my 'parker style' pens with that refill and love the performance. But if the Quirk Gel is even smoother, I'll give it a shot.

[@BrunaBorgesA]

Hey, kind of non related topic but I'm having a problem with my jotter stainless steel pen. It is made in France. I know it is not a expensive pen but it is really special to me because of the person who gave it to me. So, everything was fine and then last week it startet locking up when I try clicking it. The tip won't stay out so I can't write and if I click it really hard the tip kinda overshoot and gets out more than it needs to. Please help me.

[@NickShabazz]

Try changing the refill. Sometimes the refill can hang on the edge of the top of the pen.

[@aryanambastha4050]

Is this pen nib heavy or cap heavy?

[@arncj18]

any way to mirror polish that steel?

[@betacamsx-dallevhsallehdv11601]

Wow, simply wow. This pen is amazing. I wish I had one (and I had them last spring, a fountain one and a ballpoint one)

[@JoeErler]

I've had several of these in the past (and currently). A comment on its durability: about 10 years ago, I had one that got run over by a forklift. It of course got morphed into more of an oval cross-section, but it was still 100% functional. One of my all-time favorites!

[@Park_Place]

Aparently in the 20th century, Parker salesmen would advertise its quality by standing on the (at the time plastic) barrel and show that the pen could withstand abuse without bending or shattering.

[@stevenikazy2943]

Classic. Retraction rotates ink cartridge for even wear on ballpoint. Looked for concave, signed clicker button on vintage models. Thanks for the review.

[@straleus]

I found one of these randomly in the grass while i was hanging out with friends, i dont know if that is filthy but it was clean and looked nice so i wanted to keep it, and man I love this pen...

[@smeefbeef367]

I just carry a double sided sharpie with the normal point and extra fine tip in it but I've recently added a 3" by 5" notebook to my EDC and the ink on those bleed quite a bit causing me to write bigger. Thanks for a heads up about a nice pen for under $20. also are your links affiliate links? I'd like to help out the channel any chance I get.

[@moshmohem1370]

how can you be sure that you have a genuine jotter? i have been looking to buy one and it seems that the market (amazon and ebay) is flooded with fake parker pens. the one you have is it all metal (including the cap)? how much grams does it weight? btw, the video you did with blade HQ is awesome, i didn't expect to find you there :)

[@julaikhajumain9145]

My friend gave me this pen as a parting gift when we graduated from our foundation study. Needless to say, it is one of the best pens that I have. In my country, Parker is considered as a high-end brand. So I think I'd be sad if I lose the it. Haha.

[@jamie1234591]

Nice review! On the ball as usual!

[@yoselynpaez5026]

What type of lead does it use?

[@hebbejebbe]

Hello Nick! Fantastic review. If you like the Parker Jotter then I recommend you take a look at the Cross Century Classic! It is pretty much the Parker Jotter but without all of the tiny negatives you didn't like (like the loud click). Personally I think the Medallist version is the best value.

[@SaSpursFan]

does a montblanc rollerball refill fit?

[@arncj18]

is the inner mecanism plastic?

[@smalliebiggs3836]

I have 12 Parker🖋️ pens and I'm 62 and I'm ready to give it away to my daughter... Awesome pens....

[@segufix]

Nick, I hope you're going to also do a similar one for the Caran' d'Ache 849. Another inexpensive, iconic pen (with a metal body too). A side by side on them would be interesting to see.

[@mikesomerset6338]

I have one of these and agree with this 100%. Good review.

[@bulbhorn]

Great review as usual. Thank you.

[@BrianMiller1973]

2019 and the price is more like $18.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

18 bucks 2021

[@Dfunk1210]

I hadn't bought one of these Jotters in 20 years until just now. I notice they don't stamp the parker arrow on top of the clicker anymore. Came to your video to confirm this

[@joppleysier4714]

does it come in a case?

[@honggwan.]

Your accent made me smile. I own a Parker pen as well. Nice review. 🙂

[@chefboiarby304]

Speaking of $8 pens, you might really like the Tombow Airpress. It has been my EDC so far an I really like how it writes and I especially love the springy wireclip.

[@shawnz241]

This was an awesome review!

[@bindukattigehalli2381]

I faced a problem. The clip tip is so ooo much sharp and it always pokes my skin present between thumb. Mine is an Indian designe clip and i have an European model same problem faced.

[@charlieisamonster]

I was desperately looking for a good pen for poking but didn’t know which to buy. Thanks for clearing that up. 🤣👍

[@archanasardar4324]

What is the rate of the pen

[@scottdylan1790]

You got me off the fence, the standard blue ink was a no go, the gel black refill will work. Thanks, great review!

[@nareshmalla337]

how is the classic one

[@pleasecaparzo]

This clicking loud sound has it's own magic, nice video.

[@edgaraquino2324]

Yup! Just like the sound a Zippo makes...

[@louismeluso8633]

The 'ol Parker Jotter still holds it's own. I have one but I find the barrel a bit too slim for my old fingers. My EDC pen is a Pentel BL407 silver aluminum EnerGel. A bit thicker barrel with nice texturing and a W-A-Y better pocket clip with the smoothest writing/drawing gel ball I've come across. Solid aluminum keeps it light in the pocket. About $8