Parker Duofold Centennial "Big Red" Fountain PenThe Parker Duofold Big Red is more than just a writing instrument; it is the pen that fundamentally changed the industry. When it first launched, its bold, energetic orange red finish shattered the assumption that the public only wanted black pens, successfully setting the stage for the colorful designs we see today. In fact, "Big Red" was so disruptive and popular that it remained the sole color in the Duofold lineup until 1923. Drawing inspiration