Parker Jotter Originals Ballpoint Pen — Classic Black
Retractable clickMedium 0.7 mmBlue Quinkflow inkClassic Black barrel
The Parker Jotter Originals Classic Black (2096873) is the classic Jotter retractable ballpoint pen with a classic black plastic barrel, a stainless steel cap with chrome trim and a medium 0.7 mm Quinkflow refill writing in blue — a pen for everyday office notes, signatures and gifting.
Jotter Originals is the colourful, lighter version of the Jotter design Parker has made since 1954: a scratch-resistant plastic body instead of all-metal, the familiar arrow clip and the click that opens and closes the point. Newell, Parker's parent company, lists the pen as made with at least 55% recycled materials (refill excluded) and supplied in plastic-free recyclable packaging.
Before you order: This is the Classic Black BALLPOINT (2096873) with blue ink. The Classic Black gel pen (2140495) and fountain pen (2096430), and the all-metal Jotter Bond Street Black (1953184), are different products.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Parker Jotter Originals ballpoint pen, classic black barrel, chrome trim
- 1 × Quinkflow ballpoint refill, blue ink, medium point (already fitted)
- Blister card packaging
What It Means in Practice
- Medium 0.7 mm is the everyday line: clear enough for forms and signatures, fine enough for notebooks and diaries.
- Quinkflow ink starts first time and flows evenly, so it suits people who write on and off through the day.
- When the ink runs out you replace the refill, not the pen — any Parker QUINK ballpoint refill fits, and Parker gel refills fit too if you prefer a smoother, darker line.
- The click mechanism means there is no cap to lose — useful on a desk, in a jacket pocket or in a shared reception.
What Will Not Work
- It is not a gel or rollerball pen out of the box — the fitted refill is a ballpoint. For a gel line, fit a Parker gel refill (sold separately).
- Non-Parker refills of a different standard (for example short D1 mini refills or Cross-type refills) will not fit the Jotter barrel.
- The ink is blue, not black. For black ink, change to a black Parker QUINK refill.
- It is a single pen in a blister, not a gift box set — there is no presentation box included.
Key Features
Iconic Jotter click
The retractable push-button mechanism Parker has used on the Jotter for decades — open with a click, close with a click, no cap.
Scratch-resistant body
Classic Black plastic barrel described by Parker as ultra resistant and scratch-free, with a stainless steel cap and arrow clip.
Refillable
Comes with a blue medium Quinkflow refill and accepts Parker QUINK ballpoint and Parker gel refills.
Recycled content
At least 55% recycled materials in the pen (refill excluded) and plastic-free, recyclable blister packaging, per Newell.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
2096873 |
| EAN / GTIN |
3026980968731 |
| Brand |
Parker |
| Series |
Jotter Originals |
| Writing |
| Pen type |
Retractable ballpoint (click) |
| Point size |
Medium (M), 0.7 mm |
| Ink colour |
Blue |
| Refill fitted |
Parker Quinkflow ballpoint, blue, medium |
| Compatible refills |
Parker QUINK ballpoint refills, Parker gel refills |
| Body |
| Barrel colour |
Classic Black |
| Barrel material |
Plastic (scratch-resistant) |
| Cap / trim |
Stainless steel cap, chrome trim (CT) |
| Clip |
Arrow clip |
| Recycled content |
At least 55% recycled materials (refill excluded) |
| Country of origin |
France |
| Packaging |
| Pack |
1 pen, blister |
| Package dimensions |
20.5 x 6 x 1.3 cm |
| Packaging |
Plastic-free, recyclable |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
2-year Parker guarantee against defects in materials or workmanship from the date of purchase — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which refill do I buy when the ink runs out?
Any Parker QUINK ballpoint refill (choose fine, medium or broad, and blue or black), or a Parker gel refill if you want a smoother line. Tell us which and we will add it to the order.
Is this the metal Jotter?
No. Jotter Originals has a plastic barrel with a stainless steel cap. The all-steel Jotter (for example Stainless Steel CT or Bond Street Black) is a different product with a different code.
Is it suitable for engraving or as a gift?
It is supplied in a blister card, not a gift box, and the plastic barrel is not intended for engraving. For a boxed gift, ask us for a Jotter gift-box version.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
The Jotter Originals is the sensible office pen: it costs little more than a disposable, but you refill it instead of throwing it away, and the click and clip last for years. Black is the safe all-round choice for an office drawer or a reception desk. Browse the rest of our
stationery range for refills, notebooks and desk accessories.
✓ Buy it if you want a reliable, refillable everyday ballpoint in classic black with blue ink.
✕ Skip it if you need black ink straight out of the pack, a gel or fountain pen, or a gift-boxed pen.
→ Also consider Jotter Originals Navy Blue (2123427) for a business colour, or a black Parker QUINK refill if you want black ink.
Need a specific colour, a quantity for the whole office or matching refills? Send us the code and we will check it for you before you order.