Parker Premier Monochrome Ballpoint Pen The Parker Premier Monochrome Ballpoint Pen is full of character and design integrity - the result of state-of-the-art manufacturing, precious materials and expert craftsmanship. For 2016, Parker renews the Premier line with design upgrades including a re-styled nib and arrow clip, screw closure cap and wide three-ring band. The Premier Monochrome features a tone-on-tone finish that is created in materials often found in luxury and high-tech goods like watches, eye wear and cell phones. The barrel and cap are finished in Black PVD with matching trim. Parker's Premier line is made in France, where lustrous gold and silver is transformed through intricate lacquering and chiseling to create the exceptional finishes. The only Parker retractable ballpoint pen with a vertical brushed surface.