Boheme Triplets

[QM2]

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_triplets1.jpg

 

In a rare twist of fate, I now own three Montblanc Bohemes and a 3-slot Boheme pouch.

Here are some photos of the triplets.

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_triplets2.jpg

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_triplets3.jpg

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_triplets4.jpg

 

If you know Bohemes, you may notice that the pens on the right and left don't look like any of

the available models. That is because they started out like this:

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_switchers3.jpg

 

One was the black resin with platinum-plated trim and no stone; the other was the stainless

steel with a black onyx stone. But after a simple cap switch, they turned into these:

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_switchers1.jpg

 

I mostly keep them this way, preferring the two-tone look. But having these two Bohemes is

really like having four, because you can alter the combinations.

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_switchers2.jpg

 

The pinstripe Boheme is also a little different from what you usually see: It is the sterling silver

version of the pen that is no longer produced. Current production striped lacquer Bohemes are

platinum-plated, whereas this one is solid sterling with black lacquer. You can see the Ag 925

hallmark in the first image just under the stone. The stone here is a clear crystal.

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_striped.jpg

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_striped2.jpg

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_striped3.jpg

 

And here are all three pens together again inside the Boheme pouch. These pouches come in

several colour schemes. I decided to get the one with royal blue lining rather than black lining,

with the idea that blue would make a better background to show off black and metal pens.

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_pouch1.jpg

 

http://queenmargot.com/boheme_pouch2.jpg

 

Hope you enjoyed the Boheme madness!

QM2

Edited October 6, 2008 by QM2

[Michael R.]

What a wonderful collection; I like the idea of switching the caps :-)

 

Also I envy your Sterlin Silver striped Bohème. I didn't know there was a solid silver version of this pen.

 

 

Thanks for sharing

 

Michael

 

[QM2]

Thanks Michael!

 

In my opinion, the silver pinstripe model is the best-looking MB Boheme. Here is what I wrote about it in a different thread shortly after purchase:

 

... the striped Boheme with a clear crystal jewel looks similar to the image from MB's website ... except it is not the same pen.

 

The current striped crystal is platinum plated, whereas mine is solid sterling silver. The difference may be hardly visible in photographs, but when handling the pens, it is significant. The sterling silver version is richer in tone, warmer to the touch, and comes across as an altogether more glamorous, more intriguing pen. Of course, I love sterling silver, so I might be a bit biased. According to the sales associates at the MB shop, the striped Boheme model was originally made in sterling, but then discontinued and reintroduced as the platinum-plated version. I have no idea why this was done, but I was thrilled to purchase this glorious, unavailable pen at half off -- with a stub OB nib, too.

Edited October 6, 2008 by QM2

[Michael R.]

Thanks Michael!

 

In my opinion, the silver pinstripe model is the best-looking MB Boheme. Here is what I wrote about it in a different thread shortly after purchase:

 

... the striped Boheme with a clear crystal jewel looks similar to the image from MB's website ... except it is not the same pen.

 

The current striped crystal is platinum plated, whereas mine is solid sterling silver. The difference may be hardly visible in photographs, but when handling the pens, it is significant. The sterling silver version is richer in tone, warmer to the touch, and comes across as an altogether more glamorous, more intriguing pen. Of course, I love sterling silver, so I might be a bit biased. According to the sales associates at the MB shop, the striped Boheme model was originally made in sterling, but then discontinued and reintroduced as the platinum-plated version. I have no idea why this was done, but I was thrilled to purchase this glorious, unavailable pen at half off -- with a stub OB nib, too.

 

 

Yes, I've read that thread and wanted to comment but never found the time to do so.

 

I agree with everything you wrote

 

The striped one really is one of the nicest Bohème finished together with the with Silver Blue, Doué Ligne and Marron....

 

Do you know when the Sterling Silver striped model was discontinued and replaced by the plated one?

 

Cheers

 

Michael

[ethernautrix]

Those are fabulous, QM2!

[QM2]

Do you know when the Sterling Silver striped model was discontinued and replaced by the plated one?

 

The salesperson told me that only the first production batch was made in sterling, and at that point they were not sure whether it'd be a special edition or a regular model. They did not make it a regular model, and instead launched the platinum plated version... However, I have found no verification of this word-of-mouth info in written form. And oddly, there is no difference in how the two versions of this pen are named.

 

When I was at the MB Private Sale in Boston in the 1st week of September, they had a whole stash of these in the vault with different nib sizes -- maybe five pens total. So if anybody seriously wants this pen, try calling the Boston MB Shop and asking for it specifically. It is not displayed in their boutique, so explain to them that you want the discontinued pen that was offered during the private sale.

[Michael R.]

The salesperson told me that only the first production batch was made in sterling, and at that point they were not sure whether it'd be a special edition or a regular model. They did not make it a regular model, and instead launched the platinum plated version... However, I have found no verification of this word-of-mouth info in written form. And oddly, there is no difference in how the two versions of this pen are named.

 

 

I will check my Bohéme calatogs if I find any mentioning of the Sterling Silver version.

 

Interesting story for sure!

 

Michael

[QM2]

Those are fabulous, QM2!

 

Thanks : )

[PigRatAndGoat]

In a rare twist of fate, I now own three Montblanc Bohemes and a 3-slot Boheme pouch.

Here are some photos of the triplets.

 

Nice collection. Maybe you should get a 100 pen storage case and see what happens...

[QM2]

Nice collection. Maybe you should get a 100 pen storage case and see what happens...

 

Well, I keep hoping that one of my current pens will have a litter, but so far it hasn't happened!

 

[QM2]

http://queenmargot.com/bohemes_samples.jpg

 

I am posting these samples in response to Jeen and others who have asked.

 

From the top:

- .4mm Cursive Italic nib modified by Richard Binder

- factory Fine nib

- factory Oblique Broad nib

 

The paper is a Rhodia 5x5 pad. The inks are MB Bordeuax cartridge, MB Blue-Black

cartridge, and MB Racing Green Cartridge.

 

As you can see, the OB nib performs similarly to a stub. It is a very wet nib!

[Ghost Plane]

Yum. I like the look of the OB writing and I adore the way that pinstripe pen looks

[goodguy]

Dear QM2

 

Thank you for sharing these pictures and pens with us.

Its nice to see people with a lot of passion to pens and MB in particular.

 

I own 1 Boheme and I love it.If this pen had the option of putting a converter I would use it even more.

 

I think all 3 are beautiful and its actualy very hard for me to choose which one is my favorite

 

Enjoy

[prodigo is totus]

Beautiful set you have there. Great idea with the creativity!

[MYU]

I sure wish Fate would twist me like that. Beautiful collection, QM. And very nice comparative photography. I especially like that pinstripe model (one of my design weaknesses!).

[QM2]

I sure wish Fate would twist me like that. Beautiful collection, QM. And very nice comparative photography. I especially like that pinstripe model (one of my design weaknesses!).

 

Thanks : )

 

Fate came to me in the guise of:

1 Bromfield Pen Shop sale a year ago (the black resin pen)

1 gift from Husband over the summer (the steel and onyx pen); and

1 superb Private Sale at the Boston Montblanc Boutique in September, which allowed me to buy the pinstripe pen and the discontinued pouch at 50% off!

 

Still, Fate now tells me that a lot of extra consulting projects must be taken on to pay for all these lovely deals it's been handing me!...

 

PS: That's right, you do like pinstripe pens! Those striped Murex are very striking indeed.

Edited October 14, 2008 by QM2

[Titivillus]

sounds like destiny more than anything

 

K

[Mark Mck]

Awesome collection of MB Bohemes. I have found my Boheme FP to be my favorite for journal entries. Take good care of them and enjoy! Mark

[QM2]

Awesome collection of MB Bohemes. I have found my Boheme FP to be my favorite for journal entries. Take good care of them and enjoy! Mark

 

Thanks Mark,

 

When I got my first Boheme, I was skeptical and thought that this pen was just a pretty novelty. But it is incredibly comfortable for daily writing. I am glad others find this to be the case as well!

[Dan308]

QM2!

So glad I found this post.

I recently purchased what appears to be the exact same case for my own FP, Pencil & Pen set.

After receiving my case however, I noticed (see attached photo) that the pen loops inside the case are clearly not leather. Can you please have a look at yours (fingers crossed that you know FOR SURE yours is authentic) and let me know if yours are manufactured in leather?

 

I have sent en email to MontBlanc, but not sure how long their response may take. My pen case just arrived today ($165) and I am leaving for a ten day holiday the day after tomorrow and will loose my window to ship this back...

 

Thanks so much—and even more if you can get back to me right away.

 

Dan.