Parker Vacumatic Repair

[@darhopkins5433]

There exists some instructional videos on KZbin that can be considered a "goldmine". This is one such video. THANK YOU!

[@jaybean2228]

Excellent instruction. You know how to speak to/with people. Good job.

[@DougReina]

This was great. Gives me confidence - thank you!

[@shielagrippando4025]

McGyver! Thanks for the ingenuity

[@ДивисьСюди]

Nice video, l like fountain pen and restoration pens and pencils

[@teensymarie]

I just took a section off using my hairdryer, and patience. It was interesting. I thought it would take more might. When that shellac reached the temperature it needed to melt, the need for force was 1/10th of what I was prepared for. This is a lesson.

[@garydrainville3986]

Outstanding instructions, thank you.

[@yoshidownload]

What is the ticking noise in the background? Clock? It’s really noticeable

[@anthonyl2823]

Do the new sacs come with the ball inside? I didn’t notice that you put one inside

[@bryanmarsh9886]

Yes, the diaphragms made for Vacumatics should all have the ball installed.

[@gustavostellardi1170]

Good video and good job. Let us know how to do the same in a Parker 51 Aerometric.

[@AndrewWertheimer]

Thanks much. How do you clean up the celluloid ?

[@bryanmarsh9886]

I usually use a light polish, being careful not to use an abrasive on the metal trim or the markings. On the most damaged pens, I have gone much further, using 2000 grit paper, then polishing. I don't like to do too much, but sometimes they need some help. It isn't a good idea to use powered buffers. Some celluloids will melt with too much friction/heat.

[@AndrewWertheimer]

@@bryanmarsh9886 Thanks. I appreciate the suggestion. I have one or two of these lovely Vacuumatics and just ordered an old Japanese celluloid pen and was thinking of how to clean them a bit so I can return them to use, but certainly don't want to cause any permanent damage. Thanks again for sharing your videos.

[@RealHogweed]

Never use a flame around celluloid!

[@Light-le5bf]

Where can i get such tool?

[@jaybabcock4557]

Just use a hair dryer and it will not burn the pen. Not a heat gun, open flame but a hair dryer.